CITY OF JOHANNESBURG - VACANCY CIRCULAR: 007/2021

 
Leading Competencies: Ability to function under stress; Time management; Organisational skills. 
 
Core Competencies: Collaborative/Teamwork; Values and Integrity; Attention to detail and quality focused; Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics; Integrity and Professionalism; interpersonal skills and communication skills. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to Indian Males, White Males and Females including people with disabilities 
 
Contact Person: Thato Sepuru 
Tel No: (011) 407 7035 
Workplace: Region A – G, JCL 
 
PLEASE INDICATE THE VACANCY APPLICATION IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR EMAIL APPLICATION 
 
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2. Department: Community Development 
 
Branch: Library & Information Services 
Designation: Library Assistant 
Salary Range: R12 453.28 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Grade 12/NQF level 4; 
 Required standard of literacy, numeracy and general knowledge; and 
 12 months’ experience in a library environment required. 
 
Primary Function: The position will assist the Senior Librarian/Librarian in rendering a direct Library and Information Service to the public. It will assist with all administrative operations of the library and promote Outreach Programmes by actively helping and conducting Story Sessions and reading competitions and programmes. It will further partake in personnel and staff skills development and also adhere to library financial procedures. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Assist with daily administrative and operational tasks of the library. Adhere to library financial procedures. Promote outreach programmes of the library. Partake in personal and staff skills development. 
 
Leading Competencies: Ability to work in a team; time management; interpersonal people and communication skills.
 
Core Competencies: Collaborative/Teamwork; Values and Integrity; Attention to detail and quality focused; Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African Males, Indian Males, White Males and African, Indian and White Females including people with disabilities 
 
Contact Person: Thato Sepuru 
Tel No: (011) 407 7035 
Workplace: Region A – G, JCL & BIDS 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
 
3. Department: Community Development 
Branch: Arts, Culture and Heritage 
Designation: Chief Curator: Museum Africa 
 
Salary: R43 684.21 (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 BA or Honours in History, Anthropology, Heritage or Public Administration (NQF level 7) Development Studies or Public Administration; 
 Minimum of 6 - 8 years management experience; 
 Knowledge of Museum functions, Heritage legislation, International museum standards, Fundraising, Firefighting, First aid, Human Resource Management, Curatorship and Research; Knowledge of history; 
 Knowledge of GRAP 103; and 
 Will be expected to work odd times, including weekends and/or public holidays. 
 
Primary Function: Formulate and implement policies, manage staff, oversee budget and financial controls, champion public programs, ensure safety and security in the museum, see to the marketing and promotion of the museum, ensure that the museum facilities are well-maintained, formulate a strategic vision for the museum, liaise with partners and stakeholders and ensure that museum conforms to international museum standards, manage loans and collections. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Manage the museum facilities and collections in line with relevant legislation. Grow museum audiences. Manage all financial matters at the museum. Initiate, formulate and manage programs and activities. Manage staff, schedules and activities. Manage the facility and administration. Market and promote the museum. 
 
Leading Competencies: Collaborative/Teamwork management & Accountability; Good Communications ability; Networking skills; Project and People management; Planning and organising and Strategic Business planning. Collection management. 
 
Core Competencies: Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, HR Values 
+ CoJ Values, Integrity and Professionalism Impact and Influence and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African and White males and African Females including people with disabilities 
 
Contact Person: Thato Sepuru 
Tel No: (011) 407 7198 
Workplace: Museum Africa, 121 Lillian Ngoyi Street, Newtown, Johannesburg 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
 
4. Department: Group Finance 
Branch: Treasury 
Designation: Deputy Director: Financial Management & Inter Modelling 
Salary Range: R50 238.79 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Post Graduate BSc Degree in Statistics, Advanced Mathematics or Finance or equivalent at NQF level 8 qualification in Finance, Economics; 
 Must have a valid driver’s license code 8; 
 8 – 10 years’ experience in financial modelling environment; 
 Computer literacy on SAP (Finance), Microsoft office applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, report writing; and 
 Project Management, Risk Management and Auditing will be an added advantage. 
 
Primary Function: Identify, direct and lead financial management and inter-modelling for the City. Develop socio-economic modelling for special projects such as property market research analysis to support valuation process, inform the development of property market valuation reports and global property valuation parameters. Formulate modelling to determine how limited resources can be best deployed to enable robust economic planning assumptions and derive value for the citizens of the City. Conduct statistical analyses and regression modelling that assist the City’s departments and Municipal Entities to make more informed financial decisions. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Perform socio-economic analysis to inform the city’s developmental targets and strategic goals. Issue comprehensive and standard planning assumptions for the city. Conduct and lead research initiatives to improve and enhance business operations such as existing property valuation systems and data. Perform regression modelling and statistical analysis using systems such as SPSS to analyze large volumes of data in order to achieve project goals. Lead and perform cost saving assessment to yield effective outcomes for various projects. Offer analysis to provide insights to management on socio-economic and infrastructure projects. Manage and coach staff in the Treasury Unit to ensure all staff meet the department’s objectives in line with broader organizational objectives and requirements. Prepare and submit reports. Practice good governance and management. 
 
Leading Competencies: Extensive knowledge about Local Governance Finance including application of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). Knowledge in econometrics or statistics, CAMA, data mining, coding to develop models and extensive experience in utilizing those skills in a research environment. Ability to analyses and interpret financial information. Communication (verbal and written). Problem solving abilities; report writing; presentation and strategic orientation. Organizational awareness alignment. Coordinating. 
 
Core Competencies: Attention to detail and logical thinking; Proactive; Flexibility; Integrity; Batho Pele Principles; Professionalism; Work under Pressure; Work Independently and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African and White Males and Females including people with disabilities 
 
Contact Person: Mkhuleko Shongwe 
Tel No: (011) 358 3578/3793 
Workplace: Jorissen Place, Braamfontein 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
 
5. Department: Group Finance 
Branch: Treasury 
Designation: Deputy Director: Treasury Compliance 
Salary Range: R50 238.79 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Post graduate Degree in Law/Compliance or equivalent of NQF level 8; 
 Admitted as an Attorney of the High Court of South Africa; 
 8 - 10 years’ experience in Compliance, Legal Advisory environment; 
 Strong understanding of MFMA; 
 Strong financial analyzing abilities; 
 Must have a valid driver’s license code 8; 
 Computer literacy on SAP (Finance), Microsoft office applications – Word, Excel, PowerPoint; report writing and report writing; 
 Project Management, Risk Management and Auditing will be an added advantage; and 
 Qualification and experience in terms of minimum competencies prescribed by National Treasury. 
 
Primary Function: Strategically implement and manage compliance processes within the Group Treasury department in line with Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (the MFMA) Regulations, other legislation, policies and procedures. Ensure that all contractual obligations by the Group Treasury comply with approved Council risk parameters and time lines. Develop, define and implement appropriate compliance risk, regulatory risk and reputation risk management best practice policies and processes within Group Treasury. Ensure a well governed and managed City as well as compliance with legislation regulating and enforcing municipal affairs. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Render a professional legal and compliance advisory support service to Treasury Unit and Municipal Entities of the City of Johannesburg. Lead, guide and oversee the development of recommendations which informs and advises the Group Treasury Department on the legal and regulatory framework within which it operates in terms of best practice and good corporate governance. Manage policies and procedures. Comment on legislation, ensuring and monitoring compliance with legislation. Lead, direct and oversee the provision of written and researched legal comments on reports to the Mayoral Committee and its sub committees; the General and Executive Adjudication Committees; and the Bid Specification and Evaluation Committees, applying knowledge and legal principals to facts. Manage and coach staff in the Treasury Unit to ensure all staff meet the department’s objectives in line with broader organizational objectives and requirements. Manage and monitor assets and resources of the Directorate. Control, consolidate, analyse and submit various reliable reports. Practice good governance and management. 
 
Leading Competencies: Extensive knowledge about Local Governance Finance. Communication (verbal and written). Problem solving abilities; report writing; presentation and strategic orientation. Organizational awareness alignment. Coordinating. An understanding of the application of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). 
 
Core Competencies: Attention to detail and logical thinking; Proactive; Flexibility; Integrity; Batho Pele Principles; Professionalism; Work under Pressure; Work Independently and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African, White Males and Females including people with disabilities 
 
Contact Person: Mkhuleko Shongwe 
Tel No: (011) 358 3578/3793 
Workplace: Jorissen Place, Braamfontein 
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Primary Function: To execute the approved digital forensics strategy Citywide. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Develop and implement plan in line with the approved digital forensic strategy that produces operational solutions to supports Digital Forensics tasks for the Investigators. Provide inputs on digitals forensics polices, guidelines, norms and standards of cyber-crime investigation within the City. Manage resources, projects and files. Conduct investigations of Cyber- crimes and cyber security threats within the legal framework. To ensure handling digital evidence 
 
Leading Competencies: Risk Management, Finance Management, Customer focus, People Management and Conflict Management and Good Interpersonal Relations. 
 
Core Competencies: Excellent Computer skills, Analytical, Planning, Organizing and execution, Programme and Project Management, Communication, Presentation and Report writing. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African and White Males and Females including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Pelisa Sindelo 
Tel No: (011) 407 6560 
Workplace: East Wing, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
 
7. Department: Group Corporate and Shared Services 
Branch: Group Human Capital Management 
Designation: Human Resources Officer 
Salary Range: R22 215.52 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 A relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management / Business administration and or any related qualification (NQF level 6); 
 1 to 3 years relevant generalist experience in Human Resources; 
 Computer Literacy – MS Office Applications; 
 Knowledge of HR Policies and Procedures and HR relevant Acts; and 
 Written, verbal skills and good communication skills. 
 
Primary Function: Co-ordinate specific Human Resources administrative processes and attend to the general applications and interventions associated with the functionality in order to ensure adequate guidance and support is made available to employees with respect to comprehending and understanding organisational and legislative procedures related to their employment, benefits and development. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Coordinate specific sequences associated with employment of personnel. Collate and prepare qualitative and quantitative information for inclusion into specific statutory reports. Coordinate administrative requirements associated with the Human Resource functions. Attend to specific sequences associated with the notifications, arrangements and provisions of HR support in respect of subcommittee meetings and dispute hearings. 
 
Leading Competencies: Pay attention to detail and diligence. 
 
Core Competencies: Batho Pele Principle Ethics, Professionalism; HR and COJ values. Theoretical and practical knowledge of HR functions. Knowledge of HR policies, procedures and Acts. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to Indian and White Males and Females including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Mashudu Rasalanavho 
Tel No: (011) 407 6322 
Workplace: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
 
8. Department: Group Strategy Policy Coordination & Relations 
Branch: Strategy & Relations 
Designation: Specialist: Research 
Salary: R39 055.92 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements 
 A degree in Political Studies, Economics, Public Policy, Strategy Management/Development, or any other relevant qualification (NQF level 7). 
 5 - 7 years’ experience in a Research Specialist position or similar position; 
 Experience with project management is an added advantage; 
 Knowledge of the policy framework of government and the regulation and legislation that drive it; 
 Sound knowledge of strategy formulation and strategic planning in the public sector, including principle and practices; 
 Excellent oral and written compunction, interpersonal, negotiation and liaison skills and the ability to work in partnership with internal and external stakeholders; 
 Sound knowledge of data analysis and evaluation, and ability to translate data into accessible reports for diverse audiences; 
 Excellent conceptual, analytical and problem identification and resolution skills and the ability to interpret ad apply policies and related legislation; 
 Substantial strategic thinking, risk management and planning skills and experience, together with capacity to initiate or develop innovate solutions to often complex, multi-faceted issues and problems; 
 Principle and practices of administration and personnel management; 
 Principle and practices of Project Management; 
 Ability to handle the demands of various personality types; 
 Valid driver’s licence; and 
 Computer literacy and negotiation skills required. 
 
Primary Function: Undertake research, monitor & track implementation of policy and strategy for the City of Johannesburg as a whole and ensure relevant research is undertaken to enhance strategy and that strategy implementation, assessment and reporting is carried out. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Execute project planning process to inform the business unit business planning processes. Execute process optimization and efficiency. Undertake research to understand and respond to the changing urban context, challenges and opportunities with the purpose of enhancing the City’s long term strategic direction. Contribute to the integration and alignment of strategic direction within the City. Execute activities associated with management and control of the assets and resources. Execute specific activities to ensure effective governance and risk management. Ensure effective monitoring and reporting of the Directorate. Perform general administrative reporting. 
 
Leading Competencies: Professionalism, Team Player, Conceptual Thinking and Assertiveness 
 
Core Competencies: Analytical, report writing, organizational Management, communication, project management, computer literacy (MS Office Programs, SPSS), monitoring and evaluation skills required. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African and White Males and African Females, including people with disabilities. 
Contact Person: Vuyo Mazamisa 
Tel No: (011) 407 6452 
Workplace: Sappi Building 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
 
9. Department: Group Strategy Policy Coordination and Relations (GSPCR) 
Branch: Strategy Coordination Management 
Designation: Frontline Specialist 
Salary Range: R12 453.28 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Grade 12/NQF level 4 is required; 
 1 years’ experience; 
 Basic knowledge of administration and records management: 
 Ability to handle the demands of various personality types. 
 
 
Primary Function: Provide effective frontline services with exceptional verbal communication skills and have an ability to be patient, calm and accommodating and also be reliable and dependable in support of GSPCR to achieve its performance objectives.
 
Key Performance Areas: Execute Frontline responsibilities diligently. Operate within the policy framework of the City. Ensure delivery of correspondence is done effectively and efficiently. Ensure timeous distribution of packs to the Group Head and Unit Heads. 
 
Leading Competencies: Knowledge of administrative functions and HR processes. Team player; work independently. 
 
Core Competencies: Computer literacy (Microsoft word and Excel), Good Communication and Coordination Skills. Time management 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to Indian and White Males and Females including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Vuyo Mazamisa 
Tel No: (011) 407 6452 
Workplace: Sappi Building 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
 
10. Department: Health
Branch: District Health Systems Development (DHSD) 
Designation: Operational Manager: Biokinetics and Rehabilitation 
Salary Range: R38 482.73 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Grade 12 plus a National Diploma in Biokinetics/NQF level 6; 
 Knowledge of health-related fields and functions of the role players and health processes; 
 Knowledge of Local Government; 
 Computer Skills: MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; 
 3 - 4 years’ Biokinetics experience related field within similar industries; and 
 Valid driver’s license. 
 
Primary Function: Manage all operations of the Biokinetics centre by ensuring an effective and efficient professional operation of the facility through assessment and evaluation of the patient’s or member’s physical health as well as management of the contracts administration for the centre. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Plan, manage and monitor the Biokinetics Centre Operations. Direct and control the key performance indicators and outcomes of personnel involved in Biokinetics programme within the Centre. Oversee, lead and support effective and efficient data collection, management and use regarding Biokinetics performance. Manage contracts administration for the Biokinetics Centre. Manage assessment and evaluation of process of patient’s physical health. Stakeholder management through internal and external customer focused service delivery. 
 
Leading Competencies: Must be able to work under pressure; Collaborative/Teamwork & Accountability; Innovative; Report writing skills; Project Management. 
 
Core Competencies: Good interpersonal and communication skills; Coordination; Time management; Capacity building; Customer and Service Delivery Management; Batho Pele) Ethics, HR Values + CoJ Values, Integrity and Professionalism, Impact and Influence and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to Indian and White Males and Females, including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Promise Mbedzi 
Tel No: (011) 407 7048 
Workplace: Region C 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
 
11. Department: Housing
Branch: Finance 
Designation: Officer: Assets 
Salary Range: R22 215.52 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Grade 12/NQF level 4; 
 Diploma in Finance or NQF level 6 in Finance or equivalent; 
 2 years’ experience in the field of Asset management; 
 Basic knowledge of Asset Management concepts and functions; relevant standards and statutory/regulatory framework within the field of asset management; 
 Computer literate, good communication, analytical, problem solving and report writing skills; 
 Team player and ability to cope under pressure; and 
 Must have a valid driver’s license. 
 
Primary Function: Assist the Housing Department to control their key performance and result indicators so their assets are reported accurately, efficiently, effectively in order to conform to the requirements of the MFMA and the City’s financial strategies and policies. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Maintain a computerized asset register by means of SAP financial systems. Control the implementation of specific procedures, systems and controls associated with key functional areas embodied in the Housing Department. 
 
Leading Competencies: Collaborative Teamwork & Accountability. 
 
Core Competencies: Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in the recording and capturing of information; Ability to work independently; High level of communication skills required to work with people; Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Integrity and Professionalism, Impact & Influence and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African, Indian, White Males and Indian, White Females including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Tiyani Maringa 
Tel No: (011) 018 6661 
Workplace: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein 
 
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This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
 
12. Department: Housing
Branch: Public Housing Stock Management 
Designation: Director: Public Housing Stock Management 
Salary Range: R62 284.19 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Appropriate B Degree or equivalent NQF level 7 qualification in Public Administration/Commerce/Business Administration/Property Management; 
 10 years’ experience within a housing/Property management environment of which 5 years at a senior management level; 
 Experience within Local Government/Social Housing is preferred; 
 Managing multiple large estate projects; 
 Ability to operate at strategic management level; 
 Understanding of MSA and Local Government Governance framework as well as National Housing Code; 
 Understanding of budgeting, planning, MTEF, MFMA, Built Environment legislation; 
 Knowledge of Property Management, Asset Management, Management of lease agreements, OHS, Eviction management and Maintenance Planning; and 
 Extensive experience of rent/tariff price setting. 
 
Primary Function: Provide strategic direction and leadership to ensure that properties managed by CoJ Housing successfully meet the expectations of customer whilst being properly maintained and operating within the framework of agreed budgets. This include the re-development and management of the implementation of housing projects within the jurisdiction of Public Housing Stock Management unit and the implementation of housing service delivery plans with emphasis on management of Council Owned Stock including the coordination of the initiation, planning, implementation and monitoring of Public Rental Housing Management as well as lease agreement management on Old Age Homes, Hostels, Flats, Duplexes, Row-House and coordination of re- location on new developments. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Develop and manage the strategies and implementation thereof for Housing projects. Manage the Rental Housing Stock. Develop the Public Housing Management Strategy. Determine the Housing Property Portfolio. Foster and manage relationships with the private sector; other Government spheres and Departments and City Departments and MEs. Facilitate and manage community participation in housing projects. Plan the Department’s activities. Monitor and review performance within the Department. Manage and control staff. Report to the Executive Director: Housing in term of agreed objectives, plans and budgets and seek direction as required. 
 
Leading Competencies: Change management; Governance and Leadership; People Management; Strategic Perspective; Financial management; Emotional Intelligence; Goal Orientation. 
 
Core Competencies: Attention to detail and logical thinking; Proactive; Flexibility; Integrity; Customer Focus; CoJ & Legislature Values; Batho Pele Principles; Professionalism; Work under Pressure; Work Independently and Confidentiality. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African and White Males and Females including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Tshifhiwa Ndou 
Tel No: (011) 018 6661 
Workplace: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein 
 
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THREE (3) YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT POSITION 

This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg 
13. Department: Development Planning 
Branch: City Transformation and Spatial Planning 
Designation: Sociologist with Gender Expertise 
Salary Range: R821 326.25 (all-inclusive cost to company) 
 
Appointment Requirements: 
 Undergraduate BSc, BCom degree in sociology or closely related field/NQF level 7; 
 At least Code B driver’s licence; 
 5 years’ experience relevant; 
 Project management understanding. 
 
Primary Function: Develop, implement and monitor the gender action plan to ensure that gender equality and women empowerment will be mainstreamed in all the components of the project, focusing on the social housing, biodegradable waste management, food resilience and evidence- based planning components of the project. 
 
Key Performance Areas: Synergy relating to Employment Equity and Woman Development Plan and the Growth and Development Strategy. Lead in terms of financial strategy in a way that derives high efficiencies and mitigates risks. Determine financial impact. Lead in stakeholder management and compliance. Ensure planning and development analysis. Manage and coach staff in the unit to ensure that all staff meet the department’s objectives in line with the broader organizational objectives and requirements. Manage and monitor assets and resources of the Directorate. Control, consolidate, analyze and submit various reliable reports. Practice good governance and management of risks. 
 
Leading Competencies: Strategic Management; People Management; Stakeholder Management; Conflict Management and Risk and Asset Management. 
 
Core Competencies: Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy and excellent planning, organising and time management skills. Good negotiation and conflict management skills. Good problem solving skills and information gathering skills. Excellent verbal, written and communication skills. Ability to operate in a highly-intensive customer service and public interface environment with continued pressure to deliver high quality work standards. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. 
 
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to African and White Males and African Females, including people with disabilities. 
 
Contact Person: Siphiwe Khumalo 
Tel No: (011) 407 7085 
Workplace: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
All applications will be through the website using this link: https://share.hsforms.com/14QloZ_EbQ7eszzNMx6Ee1Q469tl  
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CLOSING DATE: 24 FEBRUARY 2021 
 
VACANCY CIRCULAR: 007/2021