The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for vacancies based at Head Office in Pietermaritzburg. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with experience in asset management, supply chain management, fleet management, driving and messenger services.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | KZN Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs |
| Closing Date | 24 July 2026 at 16h00 |
| Location | Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Application Method | Online, email, post or hand delivery |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and detailed CV |
| Email Application Address | kznjobs@kznedtea.gov.za |
Deputy Director: Asset Management and Disposal Ref No: DD-AMD 01/JULY 2026
Business Unit: Financial Management Services
Salary: R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum, Level 11
Centre: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have an appropriate three-year National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Asset Management, or Cost and Management Accounting at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have at least three years’ junior management experience in Supply Chain Management, Financial Management, Asset Management, Financial Accounting or Inventory Control.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have in-depth knowledge of supply chain management policies and procedures, asset management, inventory control, reconciliation and disposal processes, PFMA and regulations, Treasury Regulations, Treasury Practice Notes, SCM delegations, disposal processes, SCM Practice Notes, Hardcat System, BAS, SCM systems, PPPFA, Public Service Regulations and related labour and service delivery legislation.
Required skills include people management, communication, presentation, report writing, language, listening, interpersonal relations, computer literacy, strategic planning, organisation, research, analysis, leadership, financial management, time management, problem-solving, conflict management, change management, project management, facilitation and decision-making.
Applicants must demonstrate integrity, respect, honesty, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment and confidentiality.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage physical asset management.
Duties include ensuring efficient and effective asset and inventory control, systems management, asset planning, reporting and compliance.
The candidate will also develop and implement policies, strategies, frameworks and plans, and manage the resources of the sub-directorate.
Enquiries
Mr K Mthethwa
Tel: 064 757 9122
Supply Chain Management Clerk: Provisioning Ref No: PROV 02/JULY 2026
Business Unit: Supply Chain Management
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
Applicants must have an appropriate Grade 12 or Matric Senior Certificate in Accounting, Mathematics and English.
Applicants must have a basic understanding of the supply chain management environment.
Applicants must have knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act, relevant Practice Notes, project management, SCM framework and principles, Batho Pele principles, Code of Conduct for SCM Practitioners, Constitution of South Africa, departmental procurement procedures, Public Service Act and relevant SCM Instruction Notes.
Required skills include computer literacy, interpersonal relations, time management, organising, planning, language proficiency, listening, communication, presentation, analysis, report writing, problem-solving, negotiation, research, conflict management and driving skills.
Applicants must demonstrate teamwork, honesty, responsibility, reliability, accuracy, initiative, innovative thinking and quality of work.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide clerical support to SCM provisioning.
Duties include supporting the evaluation of quotations, preparing recommendations for awards, adhering to acquisition policies and procedures, and assisting with monthly reports for provisioning activities.
Enquiries
Ms Ntsepiseng Molefe
Tel: 060 564 1286
Driver/Messenger: Fleet Management Ref No: D/M-FLT MNGT 03/JULY 2026
Business Unit: Auxiliary Services
Salary: R201 093 – R236 877 per annum, Level 04
Centre: Head Office, Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have Grade 12 and a Code B driver’s licence for light motor vehicles.
Applicants must have at least one year of driving experience.
A Professional Driving Permit will be an added advantage.
Applicants must have knowledge of sorting and distribution procedures, the public service regulatory framework, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, departmental policies and circulars, public service functioning and motor vehicles.
Applicants must be self-motivated and able to work independently towards set deadlines.
Required skills include verbal and written communication, good interpersonal relations, record maintenance, technical skills and driving skills.
Applicants must demonstrate reliability, dependability, initiative, punctuality, honesty, integrity and commitment.
Duties
The successful candidate will drive light and medium motor vehicles to transport passengers and other items such as mail, documents and transferred assets.
Duties include conducting routine maintenance on allocated vehicles, reporting defects in time, completing required records and logbooks for vehicles and goods handled, and rendering messenger services in the Department.
Enquiries
Ms T Ngwenya
Tel: 071 226 4412
How to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to apply online through the KwaZulu-Natal online e-Recruitment system.
To apply and access more details, visit the KZN online e-Recruitment system.
Applications may also be emailed to:
Email applications must include the Z83 form and CV only, combined into one PDF document. Applicants must indicate the correct job title and reference number in the email subject line.
Postal applications may be sent to:
Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs
Private Bag X9152
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Hand delivery applications may be submitted to:
Ground Floor
270 Jabu Ndlovu Street
Pietermaritzburg
3201
Applications must be placed in the vacancy box provided and marked for the attention of:
Ms Nondumiso Buthelezi / Mr Sipho Zangwa
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 24 July 2026 at 16h00.
Applicants must use only one application method: online application, email application or hard-copy submission.
Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
Applicants must submit the new Z83 form, which became effective from 1 January 2021.
The Z83 form must be completed in full, initialled, signed and dated.
The completed and signed Z83 form must be accompanied by an updated and detailed CV.
The CV must include employment start and leaving dates in DD/MM/YYYY format.
For email applications, the Z83 and CV must be combined into one PDF attachment.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the interview date when requested by Human Resources.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority.
Shortlisted candidates may undergo a competency test or technical exercise.
Appointments are subject to security clearance, qualification verification, citizenship verification and previous employment verification.
The Department may conduct reference checks with current or previous employers.
The Department is not responsible for applications sent by registered mail that are not collected.
The Department will not cover travel and subsistence costs related to the recruitment process.
If applicants are not contacted within three months after the closing date, they should accept that their applications were unsuccessful.
The Department reserves the right not to make appointments.