CITY OF JOHANNESBURG - VACANCY CIRCULAR 033/2022 (LEGISLATURE)

 
 
ERRATUM TO VACANCY CIRCULAR 033/2022
 
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), published the below positions in the above circular as follows: 
 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 09 JUNE 2022 
 
1. DEPARTMENT: Legislature
BRANCH: Legislature & Oversight 
DESIGNATION: Researcher X 2 
Please note that the abovementioned position was advertised on the abovementioned circular with the following: 
• Degree / NQF level 7 in Social Science, Development Studies, Transport, Economics, Built Environment, Law, Business Administration Governance or Management sciences or any other equivalent and related qualification. 
 
The correct reference should be as follows: 
• DESIGNATION: Researcher X 3 
• Honours Degree / NQF 8 in Social Science, Development Studies, Economics, Built Environment, Law, Business Administration, Governance or Management sciences or any other equivalent and related qualification. 
 
 
2. DEPARTMENT: Legislature
BRANCH: Legal and Procedural Services 
DESIGNATION: Legal and Procedural Advisor X 2 
 
Please note that the abovementioned position was advertised on the abovementioned circular with the following: 
• LLB Degree (NQF level 7); 
 
The correct reference should be as follows: 
• LLB (NQF level 8); 
 
The inconvenience caused is regretted
 
 

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ERRATUM TO VACANCY CIRCULAR 033/2022 
 
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), published the below position in the above internal circular as follows: 
 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 09 JUNE 2022 
 
1. DEPARTMENT: Legislature
BRANCH: Legislature & Oversight 
DESIGNATION: Researcher X 2 
REMUNERATION: R681 66.09 (Annual Package) 
LOCATION: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein 
 
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE REMUNERATION IS INCORRECT AND SHOULD READ AS FOLLOWS: 
• REMUNERATION: R681 662.09 (Annual Package) 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Violet Sidaki / Sharon Gardner 
Tel No: (011) 407 6814 / 6294 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share.hsforms.com/1ajI-giFGRXm3MZ4IegoMUw469tl  
APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za
 
The inconvenience caused is regretted.

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 
• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). 
• Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process. 
• You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy. 
• Applicants with membership to professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date. 
• If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required. 
 
DISCLAIMER
• The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal opportunity employer. 
• By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. 
• However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgement of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment. 
• The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website. 
• The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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PERMANENT POSITION: RESEARCHER 
1. DEPARTMENT: Legislature
BRANCH: Legislature & Oversight 
DESIGNATION: Researcher X 2 
REMUNERATION: R681 66.09 (Annual Package) 
LOCATION: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Degree / NQF level 7 in Social Science, Development Studies, Transport, Economics, Built environment, Law, Business Administration Governance or Management sciences or any other equivalent and related qualification. 
• 5 - 7 years working experience in conducting research. 
• Knowledge of relevant local Government legislative and policy framework, such and MFMA, PFMA, MSA, etc. 
• Knowledge of research methodology, software and people management 
 
Primary Function:
Provide effective research and analysis services to the Section 79 Portfolio Committees and Standing Committees. Initiate, implement and manage research project in order to guide committee decision and actions in the exercise of their oversight and scrutiny mandate. Additionally, to provide research and advisory services to chairpersons of committee in the fulfilment of their duties to committees and their key performance areas (as stated in the performance agreements with the Chairperson of Chairpersons). Manage and develop strategic annual actions programmes of Section 79 and standing committees. Manage the content and process of oversight activities of committees through identification of relevant oversight areas, providing background reports and monitoring the implementation to committee recommendations and council resolutions. Provide knowledge management services to the respective portfolio and standing committees. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Conduct oversight research and provide analytical support to section 79 portfolio and standing committees as per budget cycle to ensure that the Portfolio and standing Committees achieve their strategic goals. 
• Plan, monitor an evaluate support to portfolio and standing committees. Unscheduled work instructions and to ensure that the coordination of shared activities occurs. 
• Track Committees Strategic and operational Risks 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Professionalism, 
• Team Player, 
• Conceptual Thinking; and 
• Assertive 
• Emotional Intelligence 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Analytical Skills; 
• Report writing; 
• Organizational Management; 
• Good communication; 
• Project management, 
• Computer literacy (MS Office Programs, SPSS), 
• Monitoring and evaluation 
 
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. 
The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Violet Sidaki / Sharon Gardner 
Tel No: (011) 407 6814 / 6294 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share.hsforms.com/1ajI-giFGRXm3MZ4IegoMUw469tl  
APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za
 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 09 JUNE 2022 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process.

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RE RESEARCHER 
SEARCHER
PERMANENT POSITION: LEGAL ADVISOR 
2. DEPARTMENT: Legislature
BRANCH: Legal and Procedural Services 
DESIGNATION: Legal and Procedural Advisor X 2 
REMUNERATION: R754 282.74 (Annual Package) 
LOCATION: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro, Centre Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• LLB Degree (NQF level 7); 
• Six (6) years’ working experience in a Legal environment (preferably from Local Government), specializing in Constitutional, Administrative & Procedural Law, including experience in Contract / Commercial Law; 
• Parliamentary/Legislative work background will be an added advantage as well as Admission as Attorney / Advocate; 
• Good knowledge and interpretation of Policy and Legislation; Good Governance; Knowledge of Supply Chain Management and Performance Management; 
• Excellent Computer skills (MS Office; Presentation skills), communication, coordination and analytical skills; 
• Programme and Project Management; 
• Moral competence, innovative behavior; 
• Knowledge and Information Management; and 
 
Primary Function:
Lead and manage the key performance area and result indicators for the legal Services Unit within the legislative arm of Council by ensuring provision of comprehensive and efficient Legal and procedural Advisory services to Council, the Speaker, 18 Section 79 Committees of Council and the Administration of the Legislative arm and to ensure the development and implementation of effective systems, processes and procedures for provision of Professional Legal and Procedural support services.
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Oversee the provision, development and management of comprehensive legal and procedural support to Council, Speaker, Chief whip, Chair of chairs, Council Committees, Secretary to Council and all directorates within Legislature. 
• Ensure compliance by the legislative arm to legal requirements imposed by National and Provincial legislation (Acts). 
• Ensure the management of Contracts concluded between the Legislative arm and external parties included Municipal Entities. Manage litigation by ad against the Legislative arm of Council. 
• Oversee the provision, development and management of comprehensive legal and administrative support services to the office of the Integrity Commissioner and Councilors. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• MFMA Financial management; 
• Labour relations; 
• Change Management; 
• Governance and leadership. 
• Knowledge and understanding of Municipal Structure Act and Municipal Systems Act. 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Integrity, 
• Confidentiality; 
• Flexible and adaptable; 
• Diversity and Change management; 
• Ability to work under pressure including irregular hours; 
• Good spoken and written command of the English language; 
• Reliable and Accuracy; 
• People management; 
• Analytical ability; 
• Attention to detail and logical thinking. 
 
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. 
The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Violet Sidaki / Sharon Gardner 
Tel No: (011) 407 6814 / 6294 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share.hsforms.com/1_C1Yfi-2SNGlFdSoWxNV1Q469tl  
APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za
 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 09 JUNE 2022 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process.