Principal Housing Officer I – North East District Council
Location: Masunga, Botswana
Closing Date: 05 May 2025
Vacancy Circular No.: 13 of 2025
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary Scale: D2 (P337,008 – P371,628 per annum)
Leave: 30 working days per annum
Overview
The North East District Council invites applications from suitably qualified Botswana citizens for the position of Principal Housing Officer I. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate housing services, with a focus on implementing the Self Help Housing Agency (SHHA) programme and managing the Housing Division to ensure community housing needs are addressed effectively.
Purpose of the Role
To coordinate and supervise the implementation of the SHHA programme and manage all functions within the Housing Division.
Key Responsibilities
-Plan and coordinate all functions of the Housing Division.
-Supervise the implementation of the Self Help Housing programme to ensure compliance with national policies and legislation.
-Assess community housing needs and develop appropriate self-help interventions.
-Provide professional housing advice to the Council and key stakeholders.
-Oversee the provision of services to SHHA plots in accordance with the SHHA Policy.
-Perform other related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Qualifications:
- Degree in Housing Management and Development or related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years’ relevant work experience
- Must have served at least at the level of Principal Housing Officer II – D3 scale, or equivalent experience from the Private Sector or Parastatal
Competencies Required
-Working with People
-Adhering to Principles and Values
-Relating and Networking
-Writing and Reporting
-Planning and Organizing
-Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
-Following Instructions and Procedures
Benefits
- Medical Aid Scheme: Optional contributory; 50% paid by Government, 50% by employee
- Pension Scheme: Government contributes 15%, employee contributes 5%
Application Requirements
Applicants must quote the vacancy circular number and include:
- Full names and contact details
- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates
- Certified copy of Omang
- At least two (2) recent work-related references (12 months or less)
- Detailed and updated CV
- Letter of appointment to current post, indicating date of first appointment and current position
Important Notes
- Applications from serving public officers must be routed through the Permanent Secretaries, Council Secretaries, or Heads of Departments.
- Applications not routed correctly will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- E-mailed, scanned, or faxed applications will not be accepted.