Department Of Water And Sanitation (DWS) Assistant Director: Sanitation Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) invites applications for the Assistant Director: Sanitation position. This role is based in Mmabatho, within the Water and Sanitation Services Management: NW CD: Provincial Operations: North West branch.

This opportunity involves contributing to the development and implementation of critical sanitation programmes. The successful candidate will play a key part in planning, implementing, and monitoring sanitation projects and their associated regulatory frameworks.

Minimum Requirements

• An NQF level 6 qualification in Environmental Health or Community Development Studies.
• Three (3) years of experience within a sanitation environment.
• Disclosure of a valid, unexpired driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of the Public Service Act.
• Knowledge of sanitation policies and strategies.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analysis skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A track record of accountability and ethical conduct.
• Computer literacy.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of policies and strategies for sanitation programmes.
• Assist in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of sanitation programmes, projects, and regulatory framework/prescripts.

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online by 17 August 2026.

• Visit the online application portal: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
• Complete the application form online.
• Ensure that all required fields, especially those in Part B concerning professional or occupational registration on the online Z83, are completed. Failure to disclose all required information will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Please note that copies of qualifications, identity documents, or driver’s licenses are not required at the time of application. These documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates during the interview stage.
• No late applications will be accepted.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo suitability checks, including SAQA verification, reference checks, and criminal and credit checks. Candidates with foreign qualifications will need to provide a SAQA evaluation certificate if shortlisted. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders will be required to provide a police clearance certificate from their country of origin if shortlisted. The Department of Water and Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging women and persons with disabilities to apply.