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Entry Date: 19 Dec 2025
Expiry Date: 09 Jan 2026

The Housing Development Agency (HDA) is a national public sector development agency that acquires and prepares land as well as develops the land and project manages the development of housing and human settlements. We carry out our activities in partnership with a range of stakeholders including national, provincial, and local government and municipalities, as well as with communities, developers, financiers, and other affected parties. Established in 2009, the Agency was established by an Act of Parliament in 2008 and is accountable through its Board to the Minister of Human Settlements. For more information about the HDA, please visit our website: www.thehda.co.za.

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The HDA has the following 3-year fixed term contract position:

Position: Sharepoint Developer

Location: Head Office – Johannesburg

Reporting Line: Chief Technology & Information Officer

Ref: HDA SD001

Main Purpose:

Microsoft SharePoint developer to assess user requirements and work with the IT Department in developing BI Apps. Overseeing the SharePoint Server infrastructure, user access and service application deployment. Support the installation, configuration, security, operation, and maintenance of all web portal servers, and software related to SharePoint infrastructure. Job Functions Information Technology Industries Information Technology Specification Operating Duties.The consultant must have at least 5 years MS development experience which includes SharePoint as well as .NET and C# programming.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Data Management

Platform Administration & Configuration

• Install, configure, and maintain SharePoint environments (Online and/or Server)
• Manage site collections, subsites, document libraries, lists, and metadata structures
• Implement and manage SharePoint services including Central Administration, Search, and User Profile Service
• Manage user permissions, access controls, and security settings
• Develop and deploy custom solutions using SharePoint Designer, Power Automate, and PowerShell
• Collaborate with ICT teams to integrate SharePoint with enterprise systems (e.g., Microsoft 365, IMIS, Sage 300)
• Monitor system performance, conduct routine audits, and implement best practices
• Provide technical support and training to end-users
• Maintain documentation for governance, usage policies, and system configurations
• Support disaster recovery planning and backup operations for SharePoint environments
• Lead or contribute to SharePoint-related projects, including intranet development and process automation.

2. Governance Compliance

• Develop and enforce governance policies for site creation, content management, and user access
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, data protection regulations, and audit requirements
• Maintain documentation for governance frameworks, usage policies, and change management procedures.

3. Security & Access Management

• Administer user permissions, group policies, and role-based access controls
• Integrate SharePoint with Active Directory and IAM protocols
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access attempts.

4. Workflow Automation & Integration

• Design and deploy automated workflows using Power Automate, SharePoint Designer, and Nintex (if applicable)
• Integrate SharePoint with enterprise systems (e.g., Microsoft 365, IMIS, Sage 300) to streamline business processes
• Support digital transformation initiatives by identifying automation opportunities and optimizing workflows.

5. Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting

• Conduct routine health checks, performance tuning, and capacity planning
• Monitor system logs, resolve technical issues, and escalate complex problems to relevant teams
• Coordinate with network and systems administrators to ensure platform stability and availability.

6. User Support & Training

• Provide Tier 2/3 support for SharePoint-related issues and service requests
• Develop user guides, training materials, and conduct workshops to promote adoption and best practices
• Act as a liaison between ICT and business units to translate functional needs into SharePoint solutions.

7. Reporting

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, workflows, and system architecture
• Generate reports on usage analytics, compliance metrics, and system performance
• Support internal audits and contribute to ICT risk assessments and DRP testing.

8. Development & Customization

• Create and maintain custom web parts, site templates, and branding elements
• Utilize HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PowerShell for advanced customization and scripting
• Collaborate with developers to deploy and maintain custom SharePoint applications.

9. Liaison

• External and Internal Stakeholders.

10. People Management

• Liaison with different business units and stakeholders
• Support provided and collaboration within the organisation.

11. Qualifications & Experience

• Matric
• A relevant related degree, diploma or similar qualification.
• Advantageous: Certifications 70-667 or 70-668, 70-331 or 70-332
• Working experience in network administration specifically in the Microsoft space
• 5 years’ experience working with SharePoint directly
• Relevant tertiary IT qualification/Microsoft qualification.

Remuneration Scale: R453 300 and R566 616 per annum (all-inclusive package)

Closing date for applications is 09 January 2026

To submit your application, please send an email to HDARecruitCIO@thehda.co.za

When submitting your application for a position, please adhere to the following:

1. CVs received after the closing date will NOT be considered.

2. The Job Title and Reference number for the relevant position must appear in the subject line of your application.

3. The CV must be in PDF format.

4. Copies of all qualifications must be provided.

5. Copy of identity document must be provided.

6. Two contactable references.

Kindly take note if you have not been contacted within twenty-one (21) working days of the closing date; please consider your application unsuccessful. Should you not comply with the above requirements your application will NOT be considered.

Conditions of service: The HDA is an equal opportunity employer, Appointments will be made in accordance with the HDA Employment Equity policy, The HDA reserves the right not to make an appointment. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Communication will be conducted with short-listed applicants only.

The HDA operates in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 3 of 2013 (“POPI Act”), and by submitting your personal information to the HDA (by way of application and/or providing any other documentation as may be required during the recruitment process), you agree that the HDA may utilise and process your personal information in accordance with the POPI Act.

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