Director: Real Estate Management Services

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REF NO: 2026/372 REQUIREMENTS: A minimum qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) in Real Estate Management/ Property Management/ Immovable Asset Management or Built Environment. A minimum 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in real estate/property/immovable asset management and leading multidisciplinary teams across leasing, portfolio/asset acquisition/disposal, and/or facilities operations. An NQF 08 (Honours/Postgraduate) qualification in the above fields and more than 5 years direct middle/ senior management experience as specified above will serve as an added advantage). Leadership & Delivery: Demonstrated track record of managing teams to deliver measurable portfolio outcomes (e.g., timely lease renewals, cost optimisation, improved occupancy and condition, compliant disposals, accurate asset registers). Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed. Security clearance will be required. Ability and willingness to adjust work hours to meet professional and organisational imperatives. Other added advantage: Relevant professional registration in built sector or property related and private sector property management or immovable asset management experience. Knowledge: Legislation & Compliance: GIAMA, PFMA, Treasury Regulations/Instructions, PPPFA, OHS Act, Public Service Act & Regulations, MISS, SPLUMA, Deeds Registries Act, Municipal Property Rates Act, and relevant State Land Disposal and property transaction frameworks. Property Practice: Leasing and tenant administration, acquisitions, disposals, servitudes, estates, portfolio/asset performance, facilities maintenance, contract/vendor management. Public Sector Governance: Budget management, SCM, audit & assurance, risk & internal control, HRM and labour relations, service delivery improvement and transformation. Skills: Strategic planning & execution. People leadership & performance management. Programme/portfolio & project management. Contract, lease and vendor management. Financial management & cost optimisation. Risk, compliance & quality assurance. Stakeholder management and negotiation. Advanced report writing & presentation. Data & systems proficiency (asset registers, property information systems, BI dashboards). Probl em solving, decision -making and change management. Personal Attributes: Outcomes -driven, innovative and resourceful. High integrity and resilience under pressure. Strong interpersonal influence and relationship-building. Analytical, decisive and detail -attentive. Able to set high standards, coach teams and drive continuous improvement. DUTIES: Functional Leadership & Governance: Translate departmental strategy into a Directorate operating plan with clear targets, service standards and risks. Lead a multidisciplinary team and establish a high-performance culture, with robust internal controls, SO Ps, and compliance to PFMA/Treasury and property legislation. Outcomes: Consistent delivery against APP/operational targets; clean governance, reduced audit findings, on-time reporting. Leasing & Tenancy Management: Oversee the end- to-end lease lifecycle ( sourcing, contracting, renewals, terminations, rent reviews, escalations, recoveries). Ensure tenant satisfaction, accessibility, and regulatory compliance (incl. OHS). Outcomes: On -time renewals and cost -effective leases; accurate billing/recoveries; improved client feedback. Portfolio & State Property Management (incl. Vacant Land): Drive optimal utilisation and maintenance across state-owned properties; ensure security for vacant/unimproved assets. Direct property condition assess ments, maintenance plans and operational/financial reporting (e.g., occupancy, condition, costs). Outcomes: Reduced downtime & backlog; improved asset condition and utilisation; cost and energy efficiency gains. Acquisition, Disposal & Servitudes: Manage transparent, compliant acquisitions and disposals aligned to GIAMA, national priorities and applicable reform programmes. Lead due diligence (ownership, zoning, valuations), transaction approvals and transfer processes. Outcomes: Timeous, compliant transact ions; disposal pipeline progressed; value-for - money and strategic alignment demonstrated. Asset Register & Information Integrity: Ensure a complete, accurate and auditable Immovable Asset Register; integrate with portfolio systems and reporting. Maintain data quality, reconciliations and audit readiness; produce BI dashboards and insights for decision-making. Outcomes: Improved data integrity and audit outcomes; reliable portfolio intelligence to guide planning and budgeting. Client & Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with user departments, provincial/municipal partners and service providers. Resolve operational issues proactively; lead cross -functional collaboration and transversal initiatives. Outcomes: Faster turnaround times, fewer escal ations, aligned accommodation solutions and better regional coordination. Financial Stewardship & SCM Compliance: Manage the Directorate’s budget, cash flows and cost drivers; ensure SCM processes are compliant and timely. Oversee creditors/debtors, rental collections/recoveries and contract performance. Outcomes: Spend within allocation; improved cost -to-serve; reduced irregular/fruitless/wasteful expenditure. People Management & Capability Building: Recruit, develop and performance-manage staff; drive learning, coaching, and sound labour relations. Embed discipline, ethics, wellbeing, and effective communication. Outcomes: Skilled, engaged team; improved productivity and retention; succession and bench strength in critical roles. Standards, Improvement & I nnovation: Monitor changes in legislation and professional standards; update policies/SOPs and implement process improvements. Introduce digital tools and pragmatic innovations to improve quality, speed and compliance. Outcomes: Shorter cycle times, fewe

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