Department of Water and Sanitation Vacancies: Apply by 11 July 2025

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is hiring! If you’re committed to public service, fraud prevention, HR administration, or provincial water operations, seize this opportunity to join one of South Africa’s most essential departments. Applications are now open and must be submitted online before the closing date.

Vacancy Details

EmployerDepartment of Water and Sanitation
Closing Date11 July 2025
LocationPretoria Head Office, KwaZulu-Natal (Durban)

Post Title: Chief Director: Provincial Operations (Ref No: 110725/01)

Centre: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
Salary: R1 436 022 per annum (Level 14, all-inclusive package)
Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Natural Sciences, Environmental Science, Engineering, Agriculture, or Hydrology
  • 5 years’ experience at Senior Management level
  • NQF 8 and water/sanitation sector knowledge will be advantageous
  • Valid driver’s licence

Duties:

  • Manage water and sanitation delivery in the province
  • Lead provincial office operations
  • Support DG, DDGs, Minister and Deputy Minister
  • Drive institutional development and stakeholder relations

Application Link: Apply Online


Post Title: Assistant Director: Recruitment and Selection (Ref No: 110725/02)

Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Salary: R582 444 per annum (Level 10)
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management
  • 3–5 years’ supervisory experience in recruitment
  • Sound knowledge of HR legislation, OSD, and HR planning
  • Valid driver’s licence

Duties:

  • Implement recruitment strategies and policies
  • Advise line managers on recruitment practices
  • Draft job adverts, manage recruitment database
  • Ensure compliance and oversee HR reporting

Application Link: Apply Online


Post Title: Assistant Director: Forensic Audit (Investigations) (Ref No: 110725/03)

Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Salary: R468 459 per annum (Level 09)
Requirements:

  • NQF 7 in Auditing, Accounting, LLB (forensic stream), or Fraud Examination
  • 3–5 years’ experience in auditing/forensic investigations
  • CFE, CIA, CA or FP(SA) certification an advantage
  • Valid driver’s licence

Duties:

  • Conduct forensic investigations and fraud awareness campaigns
  • Lead forensic audit teams and review progress
  • Draft reports, testify in legal proceedings
  • Maintain case documentation and ensure TeamMate compliance

Application Link: Apply Online


Post Title: Senior Internal Auditor: Forensic Investigations (Ref No: 110725/04)

Centre: Pretoria Head Office
Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements:

  • National Diploma or Degree in Auditing, Accounting, Law or Forensic Investigations
  • 2–4 years’ relevant forensic audit experience
  • Experience testifying in proceedings will be advantageous
  • Valid driver’s licence

Duties:

  • Investigate fraud and corruption cases
  • Draft detailed forensic reports
  • Conduct interviews, maintain evidence and documentation
  • Supervise interns and liaise with stakeholders

Application Link: Apply Online


How to Apply

All applications must be submitted online via the Department of Water and Sanitation’s official eRecruitment portal:

https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/

No emailed or faxed applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.