AMAHLATHI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER 12 Maclean Street Private Bag X4002, Stutterheim, 4930 Tel: 043 683 5024 Fax: 043 683 1127 Website: www.amahlathi.gov.za EXTERNAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT Notice No. 1/2022 The Amahlathi Local Municipality is a Category B (Grade 3) Municipality, established in terms of the Municipal Structures Act. It encompasses towns of Stutterheim, Cathcart, Keiskammahoek, Kei Road and a number of surrounding rural areas. The Municipality is looking for high–calibre, trend–setting strategists who are visionary, inspirational, customer centre and suitably qualified to fill the following positions: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER All-inclusive salary package: Minimum: R894 447 – Midpoint: R1 022 226 – Maximum: R1 133 463 [A 5-year Fixed Employment Contract] Total remuneration package payable in terms of the Government Gazette No 43122 dated 20 March 2020 Requirements include: ✓ A South African citizen or permanent resident ✓ At least NQF level 6 in the fields of Accounting, Finance or Economics ✓ Chartered Accounting (SA) qualification will be an added advantage ✓ Minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle management level ✓ 3-4 years must be at a professional/management level in a Finance / Budget and Treasury department ✓ Strategic Leadership, Good Governance, Operational Effectiveness, Budget and Finance Management ✓ Ethical Leadership and agile financial management skills ✓ Financial and performance reporting, Audit Assurance Legislation, policy and implementation ✓ Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No 5 of 2000) ✓ A valid Code B drivers’ license. Duties include: • Provision of Strategic guidance and leadership towards rendering of Budget and Treasury Office for the Municipality • Advise the Municipal Manager on exercising of powers and duties assigned to the accounting officer in terms of the MFMA 56 of 2003 • Assist the Municipal Manager in the administration of the municipality’s bank account and in the preparation and implementation of the municipality’s budget and related processes • Ensuring the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and programme that work towards the achievement of goals relating to Budget and Treasury Office rendered by the Municipality • Development and management of policies and systems to ensure smooth running of day to day operations, procedures and processes that relate to the Budget and Treasury Office • Provision of an advisory service to the Council, Municipal Manager, Senior Management and Junior employees regarding relevant policy and legislative issues applicable to the Budget and treasury function • Preparation and submission of reports to the Municipal Manager and relevant municipal committees to apprise them of issues relevant to Budget and Treasury Office • Oversee the performance of other tasks viz, budgeting, accounting, analysis, financial reporting, cash management, debt management, revenue collection, supply chain management and financial management • Taking responsibility for the translation of the IDP into the SDBIP and Performance Management System for employee development and execution of their functions • Leading and managing staff and all related Council resources and any other duties attached to the post MUNICIPAL MANAGER All-inclusive salary package: Minimum: R1 067 587 – Midpoint: R1 227 113 – Maximum: R1 386 637 [A 5-year Fixed Employment Contract] Total remuneration package payable in terms of the Government Gazette No 43122 dated 20 March 2020 Requirements include: ✓ A South African citizen or permanent resident; ✓ A Bachelor Degree in Public Administration / Political Sciences / Social Sciences / Law; or equivalent qualification ✓ Minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience at senior management level ✓ Advanced understanding of council operations and delegation of powers ✓ Have proven successful institutional transformation within public or private sector ✓ Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation ✓ Advanced knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management ✓ Knowledge of Audit and Risk Management establishment and functionality ✓ Understanding of Good Governance, Operational Effectiveness, Budget and Finance Management ✓ Advanced knowledge of Supply Chain Management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No 5 of 2000) ✓ A valid Code B drivers’ license. Duties include: • Provision of Strategic guidance and leadership towards rendering services of the Office of the Municipal Manager for the Municipality • Ensuring the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and programmes that work towards the achievement of goals and objectives of the Municipality • Development and implementation of policies, systems and processes to ensure smooth running of day to day operations of the municipality • Provision of an advisory service to the Senior Management and Council Leadership regarding relevant policy, legislative prescripts pertaining to good governance in the municipality • Preparation and submission of reports to the Council and its committees to apprise them of issues relevant to the office of the Municipal Manager and overall administrative functions of the municipality; • Development of an economical, effective, efficient and accountable administration; • Management of the municipality’s administration in accordance with the Local Government Municipal Systems Act of 2000 and other legislation applicable to the municipality; • Implementation of the municipality’s Integrated Development Plan, cascading of the plan into the SDBIP and the municipality’s performance Management system, monitoring progress thereof • Responsive to the needs of the local community and participation in the affairs of the municipality • The appointment of staff other than those referred to in section 56, subject to the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No.55 of 1998) • Promotion of a sound labour relations and compliance by the municipality within the applicable legislation • Leading and managing staff and all related resources of council and any other duties attached to the post; • Development and implementation of an economical, effective and cost efficient operational budget for the municipality • Ensure that all the Towns under the local municipality are clean, economically vibrant and revitalised.
DIRECTOR: DEVELOPMENT AND TOWN PLANNING SERVICES All-inclusive salary package: Minimum: R894 447 – Midpoint: R1 022 226 – Maximum: R1 133 463 [A 5-year Fixed Employment Contract] Total remuneration package payable in terms of the Government Gazette No 43122 dated 20 March 2020 Requirements include: ✓ A South African citizen or permanent resident ✓ A Bachelor of Science Degree in Building Sciences / Architect / Bachelor Degree in Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies or Equivalent ✓ Registration as a Professional Planner in accordance with the Planning Professions Act, 2002 (Act no 36 of 2002) ✓ Minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle management level ✓ 3-4 years must be at professional/management level in the Development and Town planning field ✓ Have proven successful Professional Developmental/ Town and Regional Planning experience ✓ Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation pertaining to local government and area of profession ✓ Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management ✓ Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No 5 of 2000) ✓ Knowledge of geographical information systems ✓ Knowledge of spatial, town and development planning ✓ Understanding of Local Economic Development ✓ A valid Code B drivers’ license. Duties include: • Provision of Strategic guidance and leadership towards rendering the Development and Town Planning Services for the Municipality • Ensure the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and programmes that work towards the achievement of goals and objectives relating to Development and Town Planning Services rendered by the Municipality • Development and management of policies and systems to ensure smooth running of day to day operations, procedures and processes that relate to the Development and Town Planning directorate. • Provision of an advisory service to the Council, Municipal Manager, Senior Management and Junior employees regarding relevant policy and legislative issues applicable to the Development and Town Planning function and directorate • Preparation and submission of reports to the Municipal Manager and relevant municipal committees to apprise them of issues relevant to Development and Town Planning Services • Taking responsibility for the translation of the IDP into the SDBIP and Performance Management System for employee development and execution of their functions • Leading and managing staff and all related Council resources and any other duties attached to the post • Spearhead the establishment and implementation of catalytic projects to stimulate economic development, growth and revitalisation of towns within the Amahlathi Local Municipality. Kindly note that candidates will be required to undergo security vetting. The successful candidate will be required to conclude both a written employment contract as well as a performance agreement with the municipality and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests. Furthermore, the successful candidate must attain the minimum competency levels as prescribed in terms of the Municipal Finance Management Act 2003, within 18 months of the date of appointment. Interested persons should fill the Annexure C application Forms for employment as required by Government Gazette No. 37245 that are available free online at www.gpwonline.co.za or the application forms applicable to Senior Managers that are available at the Amahlathi Offices and website www.amahlathi.gov.za. The detailed CVs must be attached to the application forms together with certified copies of relevant certificates including ID, Drivers licence and submitted to: Mr. B. Mase, Acting Municipal Manager, Amahlathi Local Municipality, Corporate Services Department, 14 Long Street, Stutterheim, or post applications to Private Bag X 4002, STUTTERHEIM, 4930. For enquiries please contact Ms. T. Ndlamhlaba / Ms. B. Mbelwana (043) 492 1268/1261. Closing date: 05 August 2022 @ 15h30 Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and if you are not contacted within 30 days after the closing date, you may regard your application as unsuccessful. It must be noted that Amahlathi Local Municipality reserves the right not to appoint in these positions. NB: No faxed, e-mailed, incomplete and late application will be considered. Canvassing with Councillors and whoever, is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification of an applicant. Amahlathi Local Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and thus in terms of its approved Employment Equity Plan, persons from previously disadvantaged groups will be given preference. MR B MASE DATE ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER
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