Careers in Administration

Closing Date

2023/03/31

Reference Number

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Tracking Number

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Job Title

Director: Community Services & Public Safety

Department

Administration

Enquiries

Human Resource Admin at: 014 403 5006

Job Type

Permanent Employment Basis

to be Stationed in Koster

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

North West Province

Location - Town / City

Koster, Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality, Bojanala District

Job Purpose

N/A

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Law or equivalent A Certificate in CPMD or MFMP in terms of minimum competency level as per Government Gazette No. 29967 of 15 June 2007 will be an added advantage. 5 years experience at middle management level.  Registration with SA Council for Social Services Professionals or similar bodies• Practical knowledge of the local government environment Proven successful institutional transformation within public or private sector Computer Literacy Valid driver's license, No criminal record, Post Graduate Degree will be advantageous.

Recommendation

N/A

Key Performance Areas

Provide advice to the Municipality regarding all aspects falling within his/her scope of work and carry out decisions Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for his/her department and give advice thereon Provide sports, arts and culture, Disaster management Manage HIV/AIDS and people with disabilities services Update statutes and council by-laws Responsible for governance Compile the departmental budget according to MTREF standards.

Competencies

Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management Understanding of council operations and delegation of powers as well as Understanding of environmental health service management,  cemetery management, public safety and parks and recreation management Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP), or similar recognized relevant professional body will be an added advantage.

Remuneration

(Minimum R859 002,00 Midpoint R965 171,00 Maximum R1055 932,00) per annum Total remuneration package will be in terms of Government Gazette

No.47538 dated 18 November 2022.

Notes

All applications to include covering letter, a CV containing details of three (3) contactable references and certified copies of qualifications. Reference checks will be done for short-listed candidates.

Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from experienced, qualified, innovative, committed and energetic individuals with vision, for appointment to the following position: Director Community Services and Public Safety on a permanent employment basis  which will be based at Koster: Preference will be given to Women in accordance with Employment Equity Act.

The Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment.

Candidates are requested not to contact Municipality directly, any attempt to lobby or canvas support for appointment from members of the Council will automatically disqualify the applicant. Qualifications and service records must be presented by short-listed candidates at the interview.

1.    Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Fraudulent academic qualifications or documents will result into the immediate disqualification of your application.

2.    The successful candidate must sign an un employment contract, a performance agreement and the disclosure of financial interest forms and also undergo security vetting/screening.

3.    Application forms are available at the municipal offices or for download on the municipal website www.kgetleng.gov.za NB: No applications will be considered if is not per Annexure C of Government Gazette no 3745 dated 17 January 2014.

4.    Shortlisted or recommended candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment test,

5.    Appointed candidates will be required to sign an employment contract, a performance agreement, a disclosure of financial interest and the need to undergo security vetting based assessment prior appointment.

6.    Verification of qualifications and employment history or reference checks will be conducted prior to appointment.

Council reserves the right to place and move candidates anywhere within the municipality. The municipality reserves the right not to appoint any applicant to this position. Enquiries may be directed to: Lena Manicus: Tel 082 284 0178 during working hours.

Please forward your application with Regulated/official application form, Curriculum Vitae and originally certified copies of qualifications to: The Municipal Manager Mr.G.CLetsoalo, PO Box 66, Koster, 0348 or submit it at the Municipal Offices, Cnr De Wet and Smarts Street, Koster, 0348.

CLOSING DATE: 31 March 2023

If you have not heard from us after 3 months of closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.