Careers in Administration

Closing Date

21/10/2024 at 16:00

Reference Number

4.3.R

Tracking Number

N/A

Job Title

Municipal Manager

Department

N/A

Enquiries

Acting Corporate Services Director: veligoodman1@gmail.com

or

Ms. J. M Olyn from the Human Resources Department at 053-050-5584.

Job Type

This is a 5-year fixed-term performance-based contract and will not exceed a period of one year after the election of the next council

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Northern Cape

Location - Town / City

Petrusville

Job Purpose

Renosterberg Local Municipality, a Category A Municipality with its seat in Petrusville hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates who are committed, self-driven, motivated, service delivery oriented and high performance professional/practitioners for the position of MUNICIPAL MANAGER.

Minimum Requirements

-Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration/ Political Science/ Social Sciences/ Law or equivalent.

- A postgraduate degree would be an added advantage.

- Compliance with the minimum competency levels as prescribed by the Government Gazette No. 29967 of 15 June 2007 is essential.

- Candidates who are not in possession of the Municipal Finance Management Act minimum competency certificate will be given an opportunity to obtain such certificate within 18 months if appointed. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at senior management level, preferably in Local Government.

- Extensive experience in financial management, policy development and management, strategic planning and implementation, programmed management, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting on service delivery.

A valid driver’s license free from endorsements is required.

Recommendation

N/A

Key Performance Areas

As head of administration and accounting officer will be responsible for carrying out all the duties of the Municipal Manager as contained in section 55 of the Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000. Implement the municipality’s integrated development plan and monitor its progress in terms of implementation. Responsible for the formation and development of an economic, effective, efficient and accountable administration. Manage the municipality’s administration in accordance with the Municipal Systems Act (MSA) and other applicable legislation. Manage the provision of services to the local community in a sustainable and equitable manner. Appoint staff other than those referred to in terms of section 56 of the MSA, subject to the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998. Ensure effective utilization, training and discipline of staff. Provide sound and strategic advice to political structures and political office-bearers of the municipality. Manage communication between the municipality’s administration and its political structures. Exercise any powers and duties delegated by the municipal council, or sub-delegated by other delegating authorities of the municipality, to the Municipal Manager. Ensure the implementation of national and provincial legislation applicable to the municipality. Perform any other function that may be assigned by the Municipal Council.

Competencies

Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant Local government policies and legislation, institutional governance systems, Performance management systems, Council operations, Delegation of powers, Audit and Risk management establishment and functionality, Budget and Financial management.

Remuneration

All-inclusive remuneration package between (Minimum) R1 072 071.00 (Midpoint) R1 174 060.00 (Maximum) R1 291 466.00 as per Government Gazette no. 37245 of 17 January 2014.

Notes

Qualifications and SA citizenship checks will be conducted on all short-listed candidates. Successful candidates will be subjected to competency, psychometric assessments, security clearance and other additional checks. This advertisement is subject to Local Government: Regulations on the appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers dated 17 January 2014. Applications not accompanied by the required documentation will not be considered.

Council reserves the right not to continue with the recruitment process for any valid reason.

Renosterberg Local Municipality is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and employment equity, especially in terms of race, gender and disability. Applicants from these designated groups are encouraged to apply.

Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Applicants not contacted within 30 days of the closing date may safely assume that their applications were not successful. The Council nevertheless appreciates the interest shown by applicants.

Applications must disclose:

·       CV

·       Academic qualifications, proven experience and competencies (certified copies of qualifications and to be attached) and ID.

·       Contactable references,

·       Full details of dismissal for any misconduct if applicable.

·  Any disciplinary procedures instituted at previous employment and any other relevant documentation to support the candidate’s application.