Regional Officer – Housing & Human Settlement

About the role

The Regional Officer will lead the conveyancing and title deeds functions, manage the National Housing Needs Register (NHNR), oversee housing subsidy administration and consumer education, and ensure the smooth operation of the local and satellite offices within the City of Tshwane.

Key responsibilities

• Manage housing administration, conveyancing processes and the safekeeping of title deeds.
• Capture and maintain beneficiary data in the NHNR and process housing subsidy applications.
• Coordinate with the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements and the Joint Allocations Committee for housing allocations.
• Supervise staff at local and satellite housing offices and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare monthly reports on title deeds issued and housing allocations, and handle correspondence with stakeholders.

Required profile

• Three‑year tertiary qualification (national diploma or degree) in Public/Development Management, Law (Conveyancing) or related field.
• Minimum five years’ experience in human settlement, beneficiary administration and title deeds within government‑subsidised housing.
• Valid Code B driving licence and ability to undergo a criminal record check at own cost.

Required skills

• Proficiency in using the NHNR and housing subsidy systems.
• Computer literacy with standard office applications.