Project Administrator Job at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• A relevant NQF level 6 qualification in Social Science/Public Management/Public Administration or relevant qualification. One (1) to (2) two years’ experience in Water and Sanitation Infrastructure projects administration environment.
• Infrastructure grant funding administration will add advantage. Certificate in Project Management will also add advantage. Understanding of legislative and policy frameworks governing the sector. Understanding of programme, project and financial management. Knowledge of policy development and implementation.
• Understanding of legislative and policy frameworks governing the public sector. Good communication skills both (verbal and written). Knowledge of presentation and report writing. Accountability and ethical conduct.

Duties

• Render administrative and coordination support in the implementation of water services infrastructure development grant programmes. Coordinate project reporting, site visits, and verification of water infrastructure development projects.
• Provide project financial administration support, including monitoring expenditure and assisting with grant-related financial documentation. Monitor and evaluate project activities to ensure that implementation aligns with approved plans, targets, and deliverables.
• Maintain and manage proper filing systems for all project-related documentation and correspondence with Municipalities and Implementing Agents to ensure accurate record keeping and easy retrieval of information. Compile and maintain a database of resource-poor farmers as beneficiaries of rainwater harvesting programmes.