City Of Johannesburg Metro Executive Director: Human Settlements Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The City of Johannesburg Metro is offering an exciting career opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Executive Director to lead its Human Settlements department. This permanent position is crucial for directing and implementing vital human settlement and housing programmes across the city.

This role focuses on ensuring that all Johannesburg residents have access to affordable, safe, and decent accommodation, by facilitating alternative tenure opportunities and providing quality housing stock. It's a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of many within a dynamic urban environment.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Matric/Grade 12 certificate, or an equivalent qualification.
• A Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Human Settlement Management, Urban Studies (specialising in Housing and Human Settlements), a built environment discipline, Architecture, or a field relevant to the core focus of the position.
• Professional Registration with a relevant professional body.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience directly related to the Housing and Human Settlements discipline.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of sustainable integrated human settlement and housing management practices.
• Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation impacting human settlements.
• A solid understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management principles.
• Knowledge and understanding of programme and project management methodologies.
• A valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

The Executive Director: Human Settlements will be responsible for:

• Leading the implementation of Human Settlement and Housing programmes and projects within the City of Johannesburg.
• Ensuring Johannesburg residents have access to affordable, safe, and decent accommodation.
• Promoting the accessibility and availability of alternative tenure opportunities and quality housing stock.
• Developing and promoting human settlement and housing policies, supported by a responsive research agenda.
• Overseeing Public Housing Programmes.
• Managing Public Housing Stock.
• Providing support for Public Housing Programmes.
• Contributing technical input and expertise to relevant projects.

What the Work Involves

As the Executive Director: Human Settlements, you will be at the forefront of shaping and executing the City of Johannesburg’s housing strategy. Your daily work will involve directing a range of critical programmes and projects aimed at providing housing solutions and improving living conditions for residents. This includes leading teams, guiding policy development based on research, and ensuring the efficient management of public housing stock.

You will play a strategic role in the Office of the City Manager, specifically within the Human Settlements Branch, working from the central location at 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein. The role requires a strong leader who can navigate complex policy landscapes, manage large-scale programmes, and engage with various stakeholders to achieve the city’s housing objectives.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to complete the online job application form. Please attach all relevant and updated documents as specified below.

• Visit the application portal: https://share.hsforms.com/1hnQR0g0ARB-DyeqapneezQ469tl
• Complete the online job application form.
• Attach the following updated and certified documents:
• Qualification/s/Certificates
• Identity Document (ID)
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Be prepared to provide a brief description of your work experience related to the vacancy.
• If you hold membership to professional bodies, ensure you provide your membership number and expiry date.
• Internal applicants will need to provide their employee number.