DEPARTMENT : Community Services
POSITION : Director Community Services (Contract appointment)
LEVEL : Manager Directly Reporting to the Municipal Manager
REFERENCE : 06/22
CENTRE : Hartswater, Northern Cape
- Annual Total Remuneration Package:
Total annual remuneration package of R846,307 (minimum), R950,907 (midpoint) to R1,040,327 (maximum). A Remote Allowance not exceeding 4 % of the Total Annual Remuneration Package may also be payable.
- Term of Appointment:
Fixed 5 year contract
- Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Social Science / Public Administration / Law or equivalent.
- 5 year relevant experience at middle or senior management level in local government or a related field
- Certificate in Municipal Finance Management, e.g. (CPMD / MFMP) (NQF 6) – In the event that the successful candidate does not meet this requirement, the candidate shall be afforded the period of 18 month to obtain the said qualification)
- Registration with a recognised relevant professional body will be an added advantage
- In-depth knowledge of local government legislation
- A sound knowledge of and exposure to, local government and its operations
- Sound knowledge of budget and financial management
- Sound visionary, strong leadership and management skills, strategic thinking and decision-making abilities
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- A clear understanding of the developmental challenges facing local government
- The proven ability to liaise and interact with individuals, role players and agencies on a senior level in all three spheres of government
- The ability to develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for the directorate and align them with the strategic objectives of the municipality
- The ability to integrate service delivery in the context of the council’s IDP and oversee the related budget and implementation
- A track record of leading change management initiatives
- Functional computer skills in all applications
- Driver’s licence
- Key Performance Areas (KPAs):
- Lead and direct the provision of Traffic and Community Safety; Fire and Rescue; Disaster Management; Library services, Spatial Development and Planning, Building Regulations, Solid Waste Management; Parks and Recreation and Cemeteries to the community in a sustainable and equitable manner
- Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for the directorate and align them with the strategic objectives of the Municipality
- Integrate service delivery in the context of the Council’s IDP and oversee implementation
- Manage the directorate budget planning, implementation and budget review to support priorities and deliverables in relation to the Integrated Development Plan
- Providing advice and support to Council, the Municipal Manager and other office bearers on all functions of the Directorate
Applications should include a fully completed Annexure C Application Form, Detailed Curriculum Vitae, recently certified copies of qualifications, a recently certified copy of the Identity Document and Driver’s License (certified copies must not be older than 3 months).
All the above must be addressed and posted to the following, marked on the envelop “application: Senior Managers ( Reference number)”
The Acting Municipal Manager
Att: B. Mgaguli
Phokwane Local Municipality
Private Bag X3
Hartswater
Northern Cape
8570
Enquiries may be directed to the Acting Municipal Manager, Ms Busisiwe Mgaguli at 053 474 9700 during office hours between 08:00 – 16:00.
Closing Date: 17 June 2022 at 12H00
Phokwane Local Municipality is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
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