About the Role
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual for the position of Director: Communal Property Institutions based in Pretoria, Gauteng. This vital role is at the heart of advancing land reform and social justice in South Africa, where your efforts will directly contribute to the establishment and management of Communal Property Institutions (CPIs) across the country. By ensuring that these institutions are registered and compliant, you will be playing an essential role in empowering communities and enhancing their access to land and resources.
As the Director of Communal Property Institutions, you will engage with diverse stakeholders, including government departments, municipalities, and community-based organizations, to identify and address policy gaps. Your contributions will not only help streamline processes but also support the development of policies that foster inclusive growth and equitable land distribution. This position presents an excellent opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in public service and contribute to the improvement of many lives within the community.
About the Department
The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform is committed to facilitating equitable access to land and supporting rural development initiatives across South Africa. Its mandate focuses on promoting sustainable land use practices and empowering communities through effective land management strategies. Working within this department means being part of a dedicated team that strives to make a tangible difference in the lives of South Africans, ensuring that the benefits of land reform are realized by all.
What You’ll Do
- Register Communal Property Institutions (CPIs) and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
- Review and manage submissions for registration and issue certificates for compliant applications.
- Update and maintain the Communal Property Association (CPA) register.
- Develop policies, procedures, and guidelines to enhance the functioning of CPIs.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify gaps in legislation and implementation.
- Prepare draft submissions for policy proposals based on consolidated information.
- Design and implement internal systems and guidelines for effective management.
- Provide training and support to CPA members at both district and provincial levels.
- Address inquiries from the Director-General, Ministerial, and Presidential Hotlines.
- Compile and submit annual reports and updates on CPA functionality to relevant authorities.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree in Humanities, Social Science, or a related field (NQF Level 7).
- A Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) must be submitted prior to appointment.
- At least 5 years of relevant experience at a middle or senior managerial level within a legal entities management environment.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Strong knowledge of policy development, the Communal Property Association (CPA) Act, and land reform legislation.
- Excellent skills in planning, organization, policy analysis, report writing, and computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
- Strong interpersonal, negotiation, project management, and communication skills, with a willingness to travel.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van Der Walt Street) Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001 or by email to [email protected].
Requirements
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor's Degree in Humanities / Social Science / Legal Qualification (NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment.Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience at a middle / senior managerial level in the management of various legal entities environment.
A valid driver's licence.
Job related knowledge: Policy development, Communal Property Association (CPA) Act, Stakeholder management, Conflict resolution and Land Reform legislation.
Job related skills: Panning and organising, Policy analysis and interpretation, Report writing, Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), Interpersonal relations, Negotiations, Project management, Presentation and Communication (verbal and written.
Willingness to travel.
Job Duties
Register Communal Property Institutions (CPI) (Entities).Review/manage the screening of the submissions for compliance.
Approve compliant applications.
Issue the registration certificate.
Ensure the update of the Communal Property Association (CPA) register.
Develop CPI policy, procedures, systems and guidelines.
Engage with different stakeholders (CPAs, other Government Departments, Municipalities, Community-based organisations, etc.
) to identify policy, legislation and implementation gaps.
Collate, analyse and consolidate information into a policy, legislation and implementation proposals.
Prepare a draft submission to the policy unit.
Design internal systems, procedures and guidelines.
Ensure the dissemination of new policy, procedures and legislation to stakeholders (internal and external).
Provide implementation support to the Provincial Offices.
Ensure that the CPA members and implementers are trained both at District and Provincial levels.
Ensure that all the Director-General, Ministerial and Presidential Hotline enquiries are attended to.
Develop/review the CPA Strategy.
Ensure the vetting of Land Rights Management Facility (LRMF) submissions.
Ensure the production of CPA annual report.
Ensure collection and collation of information from provinces on the functionality of CPA’s.
Submit CPA reports to the Director- General, Registrar, Deputy Minister and Minister.
Establish and maintain CPA register.
Ensure the registration of all CPAs in both electronic Land Administration Web (LAW) and hard copy register.
Ensure update of the CPA files.
