CITY OF UMHLATHUZE MUNICIPALITY DMM: CORPORATE SERVICES City of uMhlathuze is one of the most modern and fast-growing municipalities in South Africa and offers the ideal combination of a rewarding career and pleasant working conditions. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply for the following positions: Applications must reach the addresses indicated not later than 22 JULY 2022 @ 12h00. Candidates must state clearly the position to which appointment is sought. Applicants are requested to furnish telephone number/s at which they may be contacted.
DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES SURVEY ASSISTANT (ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES) TASK LEVEL: T11 BASIC SALARY: R 408 563.88 – R 497 795.52 per annum ADVERTISED: Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • National Certificate or Diploma in Engineering or Equivalent; • Code B drivers licence; • Computer literacy (MS Office); • GIS; • 2 years’ relevant experience COMPETENCIES REQUIRED • Contributes to planning by compiling, collating information from research, surveys and studies; • Understands how the business unit functions, Basic knowledge about the municipality; • Checks work for errors and omissions before submission; • Executes the assigned tasks to the agreed standards (completes work within the scope of the TOR); • Knowledge of construction and maintenance processes, monitors compliance to design; • Compiles tender and contract documents for basic infrastructure, under supervision; • Able to establish rapport and gets on with others, communicates effectively; • Contributes to assignment reports by providing information gathered by standard methods, demonstrates effective oral and written communication, Able to impart knowledge, ideas and concepts through oral, written and visual means; • Committed to excellence, keeps commitments and promises in undertaking tasks and meeting deadlines; • Grasps new challenges with enthusiasm; • Stays calm and focussed under pressure, controls his / her emotions, maintains work standards; • Appears positive and optimistic about change; • Embraces opportunities to learn new things; • Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking (Shows strong analytical reasoning); • Undertakes roles and responsibilities in a sincere and honest manner; • Makes positive impact and comes across as confident professional; • Cooperates and works well with other team members; • Has a clear sense of his / her own and team goals; • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates; KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Ensure compliance of established procedures and guidelines in survey activities; • Perform survey assistant duties to the surveying department; • Analyse calculation in accordance to the plot features; • Conduct on-field survey and record measurements; • Perform basic engineering calculations relating to survey activities; • Maintain logs, reports and records in relevant databases; • Assist surveyors in drafting survey notes and detailed drawings; • Assist and support surveyors in field; • Coordinate with other surveyors on field survey activities. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to: recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES SUPERVISOR / HANDYMAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) (WATER AND SANITATION SERVICES –NORTHERN DEPOTS) TASK LEVEL T7 BASIC SALARY R 209 756.64 – R 261 957.24 per annum ADVERTISED Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Gr 10 or equivalent, NQF level 2. • A valid Code EB driver’s licence; • Be physically fit to do plumbing work; • Must be able to work under pressure; • Must have 5 years’ experience working with plumbers COMPETENCIES REQUIRED • Be able to communicate in English and IsiZulu; • Must have leadership and supervisory skills. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • To undertake minor repairs and maintenance of the water and waste water reticulation network for the continued efficient and effective operation thereof to ensure the supply of water and waste water services to the community. • Ensure effective and efficient work performance and productivity by the team. • Observes and supervises utilisation, application and maintenance of equipment, tools and material CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES SENIOR CLERK (REVENUE CONTROL, BILLING RATES AND TARIFFS) T6 R 204 640.56 – R 255 567.84 per annum Internal and Website • Gr 12 with Accounting, • National Diploma in Accounting will be an added advantage • Computer literacy; • Valid EB Driver’s License; • 2 years’ relevant experience. • Communication skills; • Negotiation skills; • Interpersonal skills; • Attention to detail; • Leadership skills; • Accounting abilities. • Receive rates clearance request from attorneys and Prepare rates clearance; • Capturing sundry debtors to ensure accurate accounts are rendered when information is captured; • Responsible for the conducting of necessary billing changes to ensure all debtors; • Attend to telephonic, written and queries over the counter regarding rates clearances; • Effecting sundry & other ad-hoc adjustments where necessary; • Interacts with fellow employees of own and other Departments, Supervisor to consult, assist and convey information. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to: recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at: Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability. The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES HEAD OF SECTION: (INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES) TASK LEVEL: T22 BASIC SALARY: R 894 588.96 per annum ADVERTISED: Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • B.Sc Eng (Civil/ Electrical/ Mechanical/ Chemical/Industrial) or; • B.Sc (Water Biased Majors i.e. Water Chemistry etc.) or any with 10 years post qualification experience in a management role and in the Water & Sanitation section; • Post-graduate qualification Business Management. COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Core professional competencies • Oversees and evaluates the planning of complex engineering projects; • Integrates engineering / infrastructure planning with broader development planning; • Interprets IDP and spatial planning initiatives into specific project requirements; • Projects and forecasts short, medium and long term infrastructure needs for the municipality; • Evaluates alternative options; • Determines the remaining economical life of systems and infrastructure; • Plans modification and renewal of systems and infrastructure; • Defines lines of communication, reporting and co- ordination with local communities and other stakeholders such as DWS, DOT, Eskom, Unions etc.; • Communicates with Town Planners, Consulting Engineers and Developers on complex technical matters for proposed development projects; • Contributes to shaping the Directorate / Municipality’s sector specific goals and priorities; • Contributes to shaping the Directorate / Municipality’s policies and procedures; • In-depth knowledge of relevant municipal legislation; • In-depth knowledge of the Directorate / Municipality’s challenges in delivering municipal services; • Monitors projects and programmes; • Checks against standards and regulations and signs off on documents; and • Accurately reviews documents and edits documents created by others. Functional competencies • Manages design teams and evaluates the design of complex engineering problems and infrastructure; • Manages and assigns resources to designs projects; • Does lifecycle analysis to determine design requirements; • Prioritizes design in terms of budget availability and infrastructure asset management requirements; • Checks designs against demand and system capacity; • Does final approval of design; • Manages multidisciplinary projects and programmes; • Manages the project requirements of funders; • Ensures stakeholder communication; • Prioritizes multiple resources to meet competing deadlines; • Finalises project concept and feasibility; • Manages, co-ordinates and integrates processes within the project scope, time, cost and quality parameters; • Conceptualises, and ensures that the maintenance requirements are determined based on asset management for all new projects; • Manages multiple maintenance and construction projects; • Manages programme budgets and schedules; • Negotiates with Client departments and stakeholders; • Monitors the preparation by the Environmental Consultants of the Environmental Management Plan; • Establishes the construction information distribution procedures; • Agrees and monitors the Construction Documentation Schedule for timeous delivery of required information to the contractors; • Establishes procedures for monitoring, controlling and agreeing all scope and cost variations; • Agrees on the quality assurance procedures and monitors the implementation thereof by the consultants and contractors; • Receives, reviews and adjudicates any contractual claims; • Monitors long lead items and off-site production by contractors and suppliers; • Co-ordinates, monitors and issue Practical Completion Lists and the Certificate of Practical Completion; • Manages a department and establishes rules and procedures for operations and maintenance; • Considers operational implications on a municipal wide basis; • Predicts the financial, social, economic and environmental implications; • Contributes to the development of national norms and standards; • Anticipates events, situations and incidents that may impact on the operation for the municipality; • Applies asset management and asset lifecycle principles to develop capital programme for modifications, upgrades and renewals; • Ensures asset registers are kept up to date; • Develops budgets for capital works, operations and maintenance; • Designs, confirms and applies operations and maintenance service delivery standards at municipal level; • Develops models to inform in-house, outsourced and PPP capital and operations and maintenance contracts / projects. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Ability to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not in agreement; • Awareness of how people and organisations function; • Develops communications geared for various audiences; • Ability to read situations and interest positions and to respond appropriately; • Communicates sensitive or controversial information effectively; • Communicates effectively at senior levels; • Handles sensitive one- on-one discussions effectively; • Uses language and style to capture the attention of the audience; • Speaks effectively on service delivery matters to the media; and • Has an appreciation and understanding of the service delivery imperative and its demands on public servants. Personal Competencies • Relentlessly pursues project outcomes; • Drives and motivates others; • Meets challenging goals; • Focused on doing things better; • Drives time and budget parameters to deliver on projects; • Achieves results through ensuring objectives are met; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternatives; • Create a learning environment; • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences; • Deals promptly, and in the interest of the City, with situations where conflict of interest arises. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members. • Able to translate Directorates goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from the team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Mentors by investing adequate time and effort in counselling and coaching subordinates and subordinate leaders; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the organisations; • Understands organizational needs and formulates and implements development plans, outlining specific performance measures; • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; and • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Water and Sanitation - Performance management - Aligning W&S to the IDP Council - Contract management - Human resource management - Development and Standard key management reports, council reports - Interact with Councillors, Community, Internal and External stakeholders • Water Services Authority/ Water Demand Management - Performance management - Risk Management - Aligning E&S to the IDP council • Customer Services - Customer, internal and external stakeholder liaison. • Scientific Services - Financial management - Knowledge and understanding of Environment Management Systems, Environmental Science at local government level; - Policies and Bylaws - GIS - LIMS - Water quality CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES GENERAL WORKER X 2 POSTS – WESTERN DEPOTS (WATER AND SANITATION SERVICES) TASK LEVEL: T3 BASIC SALARY: R 128 648.40 – R 144 829.68 per annum ADVERTISED: Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Basic Level of Education, Grade 12 or equivalent will serve as an added advantage; • The post requires of the incumbent in good healthy sound, physical healthy; • 2 years minimum experience COMPETENCIES REQUIRED • Communication skills Speak, Read and Write English KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist the plumber with exposing water and sewer pipe lines in order on repairs to be carried out. • Assist the plumber with removal and replacement of pipes and fittings (valves, meters, pipe fittings and related equipment) • Be able to use general tools such as pick and shovels, general knowledge of plumbing tools and the use tools (hammer, chisel, stilsen, wrench different sixe ring/flat spanners) • Cleaning of buildings and grounds, by sweeping, washing, dusting, emptying dustbins, containers, slashing of grass, weed control and washing vehicles • Offloading and stacking of chemicals and material, by offloading and loading of chemicals and materials CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES GENERAL WORKER X 2 POSTS (ROADS AND STORMWATER -SOUTHERN) TASK LEVEL T3 BASIC SALARY R 128 648.40 – R 144 829.68 per annum ADVERTISED Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Grade 7 or equivalent; • Good physical health condition; • 1-Year experience in construction COMPETENCIES REQUIRED • Communication skills Speak, Read and Write English KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Able to working all kinds of weather conditions; • Able to carry heavy weight; • Road maintenance- street cleaning and Patching; • Able to assist the Brick layer – Kerb laying, manhole construction; • Storm water maintenance – catch pit, pipe cleaning, open drain cleaning. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPUTY MANAGER: FINANCIAL PLANNING & MANAGEMENT SUPPORT X 2 (EXPENDITURE – BUDGET MANAGEMENT) T15 R 561 633.48 – R 605 023.56 per annum Internal and Website • Provides expert financial advice. Responsible for managing financial information according to prescribed norms and standards; • May supervise and manage team responsible for the financial information; and • Extensive understanding and knowledge of the application of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, and others as applicable). • 8 years or more relevant experience covering all aspects of the relevant financial process and the Management of financial information or having gained specialist experience in a finance discipline. • A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject. • Computer literacy: MS Office Functional Competencies • Able to present and disclose financial statements; • Able to amend and review financial policies in accordance with prevailing norms and standards; • Provides guidance to and supervises subordinates; • Calculates and interprets accounting ratios; • Review and update policies to align with prevailing legislation, norms and standards and community dynamics; • Prepares standard documents for presentation to bid committees; • Respond and report on queries from internal audit and auditor general management letter items; • Prepare the budget aligned to the IDP and Treasury regulations; • Documents budget assumptions; • Revise budget and prepare adjustment budget; • Manages accounting information systems; • Participates in the management and maintenance of information systems; • Determines and explains performance measurement strategies and techniques; • Advises on application of planning and control processes in budgeting & costing; • Able to make investment decisions in line with banking policy, legislation; • Collates information about maintenance of financial systems; • Establishes procedures for standard costing systems; • Evaluate cost classification, behaviour and allocation methods; • Establish marginal costing and develop pricing related policies; • Analyse and interpret reports to external stakeholders in line with prescribed legislation; • Formulates finance strategies; • Develops and implements asset and financial policies and systems; • Oversees the financial management aspects of the municipality including outsourced service providers; • Develops of sustainable strategies to address revenue shortfalls; • Supports the accounting officer to oversee financial management aspects of the municipality; • Develops financial policies and systems; • Prepares of multi-year revenue and expenditure forecasts; • Development of sustainable strategies to address revenue shortfalls; Professional Competencies • Demonstrates effective oral presentation skills for complex and sensitive topics and issues; • Effectively and appropriately communicate / advocate financial matters orally on complex and sensitive matters within the municipality; • Complete presentations to management and clients; • Develops reporting templates, process and guidelines - mentoring and guiding previous levels; • Prepares considered, high quality written communications including correspondence and reports to committees; • Prepare and / or Review reports to committees, ensuring clear and concise communication to appropriate parties; • Contributes to shaping the municipality and local government specific goals and priorities; • Knowledge of the municipality’s functional directorates / departments and understands strategic integration across these; • In-depth knowledge of the municipality’s challenges in delivering municipal services; • Probes deeply and considers consequences and risks attached to actions and the impact of solutions; • Is intuitive, has an understanding of symptoms and is able to diagnose potential problems before they occur; • Plans tasks on a monthly basis for self and others; • Prepares delegated plans for others on a weekly basis; • Holds fora to discuss planning for the longer term (1 to 5 years) and consolidates input; Public Service Orientation Competencies • Ability to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not agreement; • Awareness of to how people and organisations function; • Develops communications geared for various audiences; • Ability to read situations and interest positions and to respond appropriately; • Communicates sensitive or controversial information effectively; • Communicates effectively at senior levels; • Handles sensitive one-on-one discussions effectively; • Uses language and style to capture the attention of the audience; • Speaks effectively on service delivery matters to the media. Personal Competencies • Creates an action oriented culture that supports the department in achieving its goals; • Holds others accountable for their performance and institutes appropriate interventions; • Sets challenging goals for the Department / unit; • Motivates others to do things better; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Able to balance detail orientation with big picture thinking; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternatives; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Is networked within the industry; • Creates a learning environment; • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Establishes support and projects authority and credibility; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Builds team spirit and cohesion across function boundaries in the respective departments; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members; • Able to translate Directorates goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from his team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Organises resources and inspires others towards focused performance; • Mentors by investing adequate time and effort in counselling and coaching subordinates and subordinate leaders; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the organisation; • Understands organisational needs and formulates and implements development plans, outlining specific performance measures; • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; and • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations. • To plan, organise and control the application of accounting procedures within the financial planning subsection by attending to the verification, reporting, processing and reconciliation of expenditure accounts; • To provide guidance and develop personnel on the process sequences and control the effective implantation recordkeeping and data management procedures to facilitate recovery/ retrieval of accounting information in order to achieve timeously and accurate financial reporting; • To assist Managers with policy develop, review and adherence in line with legal prescripts and business best practice; • To ensure reporting requirements and information explaining and detailing expenditure sequences and trends are co-ordinated and disseminated to support planning and procedural evaluation processes; • To ensure that relevant procedures and procedures and format are followed regarding the compilation of the budget and legislative requirements including MSCOA Regulations are met. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to: recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPUTY MANAGER: CREDITORS (EXPENDITURE – CREDITORS) T15 R 561 633.48 – R 605 023.56 per annum Internal and Website • Provides expert financial advice. Responsible for managing financial information according to prescribed norms and standards; • May supervise and manage team responsible for the financial information; and • Extensive understanding and knowledge of the application of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, and others as applicable). • 8 years or more relevant experience covering all aspects of the relevant financial process and the Management of financial information or having gained specialist experience in a finance discipline. • A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject. • Computer literacy: MS Office Functional Competencies • Able to present and disclose financial statements; • Able to amend and review financial policies in accordance with prevailing norms and standards; • Provides guidance to and supervises subordinates; • Calculates and interprets accounting ratios; • Review and update policies to align with prevailing legislation, norms and standards and community dynamics; • Prepares standard documents for presentation to bid committees; • Respond and report on queries from internal audit and auditor general management letter items; • Prepare the budget aligned to the IDP and Treasury regulations; • Documents budget assumptions; • Revise budget and prepare adjustment budget; • Manages accounting information systems; • Participates in the management and maintenance of information systems; • Determines and explains performance measurement strategies and techniques; • Advises on application of planning and control processes in budgeting & costing; • Able to make investment decisions in line with banking policy, legislation; • Collates information about maintenance of financial systems; • Establishes procedures for standard costing systems; • Evaluate cost classification, behaviour and allocation methods; • Establish marginal costing and develop pricing related policies; • Analyse and interpret reports to external stakeholders in line with prescribed legislation; • Formulates finance strategies; • Develops and implements asset and financial policies and systems; • Oversees the financial management aspects of the municipality including outsourced service providers; • Develops of sustainable strategies to address revenue shortfalls; • Supports the accounting officer to oversee financial management aspects of the municipality; • Develops financial policies and systems; • Prepares of multi-year revenue and expenditure forecasts; • Development of sustainable strategies to address revenue shortfalls; Professional Competencies • Demonstrates effective oral presentation skills for complex and sensitive topics and issues; • Effectively and appropriately communicate / advocate financial matters orally on complex and sensitive matters within the municipality; • Complete presentations to management and clients; • Develops reporting templates, process and guidelines - mentoring and guiding previous levels; • Prepares considered, high quality written communications including correspondence and reports to committees; • Prepare and / or Review reports to committees, ensuring clear and concise communication to appropriate parties; • Contributes to shaping the municipality and local government specific goals and priorities; • Knowledge of the municipality’s functional directorates / departments and understands strategic integration across these; • In-depth knowledge of the municipality’s challenges in delivering municipal services; • Probes deeply and considers consequences and risks attached to actions and the impact of solutions; • Is intuitive, has an understanding of symptoms and is able to diagnose potential problems before they occur; • Plans tasks on a monthly basis for self and others; • Prepares delegated plans for others on a weekly basis; • Holds fora to discuss planning for the longer term (1 to 5 years) and consolidates input; Public Service Orientation Competencies • Ability to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not agreement; • Awareness of to how people and organisations function; • Develops communications geared for various audiences; • Ability to read situations and interest positions and to respond appropriately; • Communicates sensitive or controversial information effectively; • Communicates effectively at senior levels; • Handles sensitive one-on-one discussions effectively; • Uses language and style to capture the attention of the audience; • Speaks effectively on service delivery matters to the media. Personal Competencies • Creates an action oriented culture that supports the department in achieving its goals; • Holds others accountable for their performance and institutes appropriate interventions; • Sets challenging goals for the Department / unit; • Motivates others to do things better; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Able to balance detail orientation with big picture thinking; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternatives; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Is networked within the industry; • Creates a learning environment; • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Establishes support and projects authority and credibility; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Builds team spirit and cohesion across function boundaries in the respective departments; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members; • Able to translate Directorates goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from his team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Organises resources and inspires others towards focused performance; • Mentors by investing adequate time and effort in counselling and coaching subordinates and subordinate leaders; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the organisation; • Understands organisational needs and formulates and implements development plans, outlining specific performance measures; • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; and • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations. • To plan, organise, lead and control the application of account procedures within the creditors and cash management section by attending to the verification, reporting, processing and reconciliation of expenditure; • Receive and validate payment requests; • Ensure that all protocols place in the payments process flow within the SAP financial system; • Ensure that there is a sound system place to administer and keeps control over municipal bank accounts including managing operator access levels and proper recording of recipient bank details; • To ensure that maximum return is obtained from all short-term investments contributing positively to Councils cash flow; • Assist with managing the long term-term loan portfolio. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES BID ADMINISTRATORS X4 POSTS (12 MONTHS FIXED TERM CONTRACT) (SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT) T9 R 282 099.72 – R 361 110.96 per annum Internal and Website • Conducts work according to prescribed norms and standards under the general direction of an experienced Senior practitioner; • Good understanding of demand planning, procurement processes, tender processes, logistics and supplier management; • Applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, PPPFA, etc. and as amended) and relevant National Treasury and other relevant national / provincial government regulations; and SCM policy and supporting guidelines. • 2 - 5 years relevant experience required. • A relevant 3-year Tertiary qualification, preferably in SCM / Logistics / Procurement; and • Computer literacy: MS Office. Core Professional Competencies • Effectively and appropriately advocates positions verbally within the municipality as per the generally accepted accounting / financial practice; • Provide guidance to the team on goals and objectives of the function; and • Demonstrates competence to communicate effectively with clients. • Assists with preparing and reviewing of Pre-reading and training material, policies, and guidelines; • Communicates with role- players on their roles and responsibilities; • Sound report writing skills; and • Numerical, alphabetical and written accuracy. • Understands and internalizes the municipality’s priorities and goals; • In-depth knowledge of municipality’s policies and procedures; • Knowledge and understanding of the municipality’s functional directorates; • Understands priorities, goals and issues of local government; • Understands local government policies and legislation; and • In-depth knowledge of the issues impacting service delivery. • Identifies problems following defined diagnostic processes; • Identifies various alternative options and selects most appropriate solutions; • Understands potential impact of problems to own working environment; and • Can identify problems that are not routine and will refer to supervisor for resolution. • Plans tasks on a daily/weekly basis according to assessment of schedule of activities; and • Executes tasks in order of priority and urgency. Functional Competencies • Conducts a capacity and credit check of potential vendors; • Investigates alternative vendors or products to improve cost, quality & delivery ratios; and • Involved in tender processes including the management of tender specifications, BEC and BAC requirements. • Performs data analysis in monitoring and reporting templates checking for anomalies that is indicative of obvious errors or concerns; and • Identifies concerns and improvement areas that need to be addressed in terms of monitoring data. • Defines roles and responsibilities for project team members and clearly communicates expectations; • Manages multiple teams; • Able to prioritize multiple resources to meet competing deadlines; and • Monitors and controls activities by maintaining a log of work, production, or maintenance. • Manages the inputs of subordinate personnel; • Determines the procurement / tender policy for the project; • Coordinates preparation of project documentation; • Manages projects to the agreed standards; • Manages resources to achieve the project objectives; • Prioritises activities to ensure that project is completed within schedule; and • Completes project to ensure budget spent on time. • Manages the control of assets according to policies and procedures; and • Assists in managing assets according to policies and procedures. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Relates to people at all levels of the municipality; • Shows confidence in engagement with internal and external stakeholders; • Accurately captures others expectations, ideas and concerns; and • Encourages and considers inputs of others. • Organises and presents own perspective in logical manner; • Adapts communication contents to the audience; • Uses terminology appropriate to the audience; and • Structures written documents in a logical framework. • Professional in interaction with general public and stakeholders. Personal Competencies • Willing to take on new challenges; • Relentlessly pursues project objectives; • Pushes self and motivates others for results; • Displays a drive to do things better; and • Successfully completes projects / assignments within time and budget allocations. • Stays calm and focussed under pressure; and • Responds constructively to adverse situations and has calming influence on others. • Honours the confidentiality of matters and does not use it for personal gain or the gain of others; and • Deals promptly, and in the interest of the City, in situations where conflict of interest arises. Management / Leadership • Commands respect from peers and managers. • Shows initiative and confidence in dealing with others; • Able to work in a multi- disciplinary team; and • Shares information and collaborates easily with others. • Sets out work for others in a well-planned and organised manner. • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; • Sets challenging tasks that stretches individuals’ abilities and self-confidence; and • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations. • Administering and maintain Procurement Plans, Bid Registers, Issuing Bid templates for Specifications and Advertisement; • Coordinate and prepare bidders lists, bid documents, attend site and Bid Committee Meetings; • Scope writing and the ability to collate documentation in terms of all relevant legislations; • Coordinate assigned project bid reports up to the objection period in terms of the SCM policy. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY SUPPLY SERVICES SUPERVISOR/HANDYMAN (OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE) T6 R 204 640.56 – R 255 567.84 per annum Internal and Website • Gr 12 or NQF Level 3; • Incumbent to be physically fit (able to pick up weight 15-20 kg) lifting of cables transformers and poles, cutting of grass, digging; • 1 year relevant experience. • Functional literacy; • Basic knowledge of electricity. • Allocating work to reporting staff; • Receiving notification of emergency situations from control room operator; • Directing and re-routing activities of employees in normal/abnormal situations to ensure service delivery; • Ensuring progress and quality of working activities by performing ad-hoc inspections and receiving and considering verbal and written reports of reporting staff; • Ensuring achievement of work plans by instructing reporting staff to change working procedures, reprioritize activities or by re-distributing resources. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES STATION COMMANDER (FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES) T12 R 451 830.72 – R 522 446.52 per annum Internal and Website • Perform managerial functions for a specific station / section. • 7 years operational experience of which 3 years must be at supervisory level (platoon commander). • Has come through the firefighter ranks and achieved up to platoon commander qualifications; plus • Relevant tertiary qualification, preferably a Diploma in Fire Technology; and • Computer literacy: MS Office Core Professional Competencies • Makes sure local objectives are agreed in partnership with local statutory and voluntary agencies; • Clearly identifies and acts on the views and needs of stakeholders and customers; • Makes sure the municipality relates to people of all ages, backgrounds and views; • Shows a belief that the municipality is responsible to the local community; • Monitors service delivery to make sure customers’ needs are met; • Makes sure people understand that the service is part of the community; • Encourages and helps members of the community to get involved in the municipality; • Promotes the interests of the municipality to different stakeholders; • Clearly identifies the main issues in complex problems and focuses on them; • Considers different options and thinks through ‘what if’ scenarios; • Produces imaginative responses to complex problems; • Assesses the reaction of key players and adjusts arguments accordingly; • Negotiates successful outcomes with stakeholders, gaining their support to achieve municipal objectives; • Understands outside partners’ preferred approaches to agreeing solutions; • Remains focused and in control of situations; • Makes and carries through decisions, even if they are unpopular, difficult or controversial; • Stands firmly by a position when it is right to do so; • Delivers effective presentations to a wide variety of audiences; • Takes every opportunity to reinforce important messages; • Changes the style of communication to meet the needs of the audience; • Evaluates relevant facts, issues and risks; • Distinguishes among various options; • Prepares and executes effective strategies to achieve desired objectives taking into account relative risks. Functional Competencies • Knowledge of technical firefighting operations using multiple resources; • Ability to manage operations in a multi- agency incident; • Knowledge of technical rescue operations; • Able to manage operations in a multi- agency incident; • Knowledge of special operations; • Able to manage operations in a multi- agency incident; • Able to integrate a variety of methods and strategies to reduce fire risks; • Able and knowledge to develop and implement emergency response plans for identified fire risks; • Able to identify, document and communicate project specific hazards and risks; • Skilled in recognition and mitigation of a variety of miscellaneous hazards and risks within different working environments; • Ability to practice workload management according to Standard Operating Procedures; • Ability to record and retrieve emergency incidents records; • Ability to document and reports any complaints, mechanical failure, or problems to the appropriate authority; • Ability to assure completeness and accuracy of call information, response times, and required shift reports; Public Service Orientation Competencies • Able to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not in agreement; • Sensitive to how people and the organisation function; • Good grasp of service delivery and community socio-economic needs. Personal Competencies • Relentlessly pursues project outcomes; • Drives and motivates others; • Meets challenging goals; • Focused on doing things better; • Drives time and budget parameters to deliver on projects; • Achieves results through ensuring objectives are met; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternatives; • Create a learning environment; • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Probes deeply and considers consequences and risks attached to actions and the impact of solutions on multiple areas within the municipality; and • Identifies, solves and monitors unique issues or problems that have total organisational impact in consultation with the stakeholders. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Establishes support and projects authority and credibility; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Builds team spirit and cohesion across function boundaries in the respective departments; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members; • Able to translate Directorates goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from his team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Organises resources and inspires others towards focused performance; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the organisation; • Understands organisational needs and formulates and implements development plans, outlining specific performance measures; • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; and • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations. • Monitor and supervise activities of staff, controls workflow processes and output of personnel; • Manage the operational activities of the station; • Control of combating and extinguishing of all types of fires of magnitude; • Rendering of a rescue service and control of vehicle extrication rescues, of any magnitude in the absence of senior officers; • Control and impact reduction of hazardous material incidents. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES SENIOR CLERK X 2 POSTS (REVENUE: METERED SERVICES) T6 R 204 640.56 – R 255 567.84 per annum Internal and Website • Performs complex administrative functions which require specialised knowledge; and • Operates under limited supervision. • 2-5 years’ relevant experience. • Grade 12; and • Computer Literacy: MS Office Core Professional Competencies • Able to follow complex instructions as contained in written communication; and • Able to respond in writing to complex types of communication. • Makes self-understood to others, pointing out specific issues or considerations to be taken into account. • Conducts quality check of work of subordinates for errors and omissions before submission; • Ensures all details of a task are accomplished; and • Checks against standards and regulations. • Gives options for client / stakeholders actions from a range of actions available; and • Follows through on option selected by client / stakeholder within confines of laid down procedure. • Identifies and evaluates risks involved in alternative courses of action; • Able to identify risks involved in alternative courses of action; and • Recommends appropriate course of action to supervisor. • Understands and is able to communicate the municipality’s priorities and goals; • In-depth knowledge of municipality’s policies and procedures; • Understands priorities, goals and issues within local government sector; • Understands and applies the regulatory framework in local government within the functional area; and • Knowledge of the issues impacting service delivery. • Identifies problems in processes; and • Refers problems to supervisor for resolution but offers alternatives or recommendations. • Plans tasks on a daily basis according to assessment of schedule of activities; and • Executes tasks in order of priority and urgency. Functional Competencies • Modifies and arranges elements in a process to improve it on an ongoing basis; and • Makes recommendations on improvements to a process or system. • Ability to use advanced features of a range of office machines including a photocopier, scanner, fax and telephone; and • Intermediary knowledge of MS Office. • Able to conduct basic analysis of data by printing out standardised reports. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Relates to people at all levels of the organisation; • Shows confidence in engagement with internal and external stakeholders; • Accurately captures others’ expectations, ideas and concerns; and • Encourages and considers inputs of others. • Organises and presents own perspective in logical manner; • Adapts communication contents to the audience; and • Uses terminology appropriate to the audience. • Professional in interaction with general public and stakeholders. • Understands the client’s issues and seeks information about their current and future requirements; • Supports others to take personal responsibility to deliver excellent customer service; and • Monitors client satisfaction. Personal Competencies • Enthusiastic about new projects; • Controls various challenges; • Ensures meeting of deadlines; and • Manages contact with others. • Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; • Responds constructively to adverse situations and has calming influence on others; and • Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks. • Open to new ideas and ways of doing things; and • Looks for better ways of doing things. • Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking; and • Develops new ways to solve problems. • Understands own strengths and weaknesses and takes action to close knowledge / skills gap; and • Learns from experience – does not repeat mistakes. Management / Leadership Competencies • Commands respect from peers and managers. • Shows initiative and confidence in dealing with others; • Able to work in a multi- disciplinary team; and • Shares information and collaborates easily with others. • Sets out work in a well- planned and organised manner. • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates; and • Able to identify own development needs. • Download and upload meter reading batches; • Edit and correct meter readings; • Reporting and analysis of meter reading processed; • Exception report interrogation; • Manage and co-ordinate special and audit readings; • Maintain error codes and reports. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. PRINCIPAL CLERK: SECRETARIAT SERVICES (ADMINISTRATION) T7 R 209 756.64 – R 261 957.24 per annum Internal and Website • Performs complex administrative functions which require specialised knowledge; and operates under limited supervision. • 2-5 years’ relevant experience. • Grade 12; and • Computer Literacy: MS Office Core Professional Competencies • Able to follow complex instructions as contained in written communication; • Able to respond in writing to complex types of communication; • Makes self-understood to others, pointing out specific issues or considerations to be taken into account; • Conducts quality check of work of subordinates for errors and omissions before submission; • Ensures all details of a task are accomplished; • Checks against standards and regulations; • Gives options for client / stakeholders actions from a range of actions available; • Follows through on option selected by client / stakeholder within confines of laid down procedure; • Identifies and evaluates risks involved in alternative courses of action; • Able to identify risks involved in alternative courses of action; • Recommends appropriate course of action to supervisor; • Understands and is able to communicate the municipality’s priorities and goals; • In-depth knowledge of municipality’s policies and procedures; • Understands priorities, goals and issues within local government sector; • Understands and applies the regulatory framework in local government within the functional area; • Knowledge of the issues impacting service delivery; • Identifies problems in processes; • Refers problems to supervisor for resolution but offers alternatives or recommendations; • Plans tasks on a daily basis according to assessment of schedule of activities; • Executes tasks in order of priority and urgency; Functional Competencies • Modifies and arranges elements in a process to improve it on an ongoing basis; • Makes recommendations on improvements to a process or system; • Ability to use advanced features of a range of office machines including a photocopier, scanner, fax and telephone; • Intermediary knowledge of MS Office; • Able to conduct basic analysis of data by printing out standardised reports; Public Service Orientation Competencies • Relates to people at all levels of the organisation; • Shows confidence in engagement with internal and external stakeholders; • Accurately captures others’ expectations, ideas and concerns; • Encourages and considers inputs of others; • Organises and presents own perspective in logical manner; • Adapts communication contents to the audience; • Uses terminology appropriate to the audience; • Professional in interaction with general public and stakeholders; • Understands the client’s issues and seeks information about their current and future requirements; • Supports others to take personal responsibility to deliver excellent customer service; • Monitors client satisfaction; Personal Competencies • Enthusiastic about new projects; • Controls various challenges; • Ensures meeting of deadlines; • Manages contact with others; • Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; • Responds constructively to adverse situations and has calming influence on others; • Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks; • Open to new ideas and ways of doing things; and • Looks for better ways of doing things; • Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking; • Develops new ways to solve problems; • Understands own strengths and weaknesses and takes action to close knowledge / skills gap; • Learns from experience – does not repeat mistakes. Management / Leadership Competencies • Commands respect from peers and managers; • Shows initiative and confidence in dealing with others; • Able to work in a multi- disciplinary team; • Shares information and collaborates easily with others; • Sets out work in a well- planned and organised manner; • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates; and • Able to identify own development needs. • Manage the bookings for Council’s meeting facilities situated within the Civic Centre. • Ensure venues are adequately setup for meetings; • Perform daily administrative functions which includes the generation of report numbers and as well as ordering relevant material essential for the day to day running of the unit; • Driving Council’s vehicle to deliver to Councillors and outer offices- drivers licence essential; • Supervision of Printing Room as well as Corporate Services Kitchen Staff. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES PRINCIPAL CLERK (DLTC) (LICENSING) T7 R 209 756.64 – R 261 957.24 per annum Internal and Website • Performs complex administrative functions which require specialised knowledge; and operates under limited supervision. • 2-5 years’ relevant experience. • Grade 12; and • Computer Literacy: MS Office Core Professional Competencies • Able to follow complex instructions as contained in written communication; • Able to respond in writing to complex types of communication; • Makes self-understood to others, pointing out specific issues or considerations to be taken into account; • Conducts quality check of work of subordinates for errors and omissions before submission; • Ensures all details of a task are accomplished; • Checks against standards and regulations; • Gives options for client / stakeholders actions from a range of actions available; • Follows through on option selected by client / stakeholder within confines of laid down procedure; • Identifies and evaluates risks involved in alternative courses of action; • Able to identify risks involved in alternative courses of action; • Recommends appropriate course of action to supervisor; • Understands and is able to communicate the municipality’s priorities and goals; • In-depth knowledge of municipality’s policies and procedures; • Understands priorities, goals and issues within local government sector; • Understands and applies the regulatory framework in local government within the functional area; • Knowledge of the issues impacting service delivery; • Identifies problems in processes; • Refers problems to supervisor for resolution but offers alternatives or recommendations; • Plans tasks on a daily basis according to assessment of schedule of activities; and • Executes tasks in order of priority and urgency. Functional Competencies • Modifies and arranges elements in a process to improve it on an ongoing basis; and • Makes recommendations on improvements to a process or system; • Ability to use advanced features of a range of office machines including a photocopier, scanner, fax and telephone; • Intermediary knowledge of MS Office; • Able to conduct basic analysis of data by printing out standardised reports. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Relates to people at all levels of the organisation; • Shows confidence in engagement with internal and external stakeholders; • Accurately captures others’ expectations, ideas and concerns; • Encourages and considers inputs of others; • Organises and presents own perspective in logical manner; • Adapts communication contents to the audience; • Uses terminology appropriate to the audience; • Professional in interaction with general public and stakeholders; • Understands the client’s issues and seeks information about their current and future requirements; • Supports others to take personal responsibility to deliver excellent customer service; and • Monitors client satisfaction. Personal Competencies • Enthusiastic about new projects; • Controls various challenges; • Ensures meeting of deadlines; • Manages contact with others; • Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; • Responds constructively to adverse situations and has calming influence on others; • Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks; • Open to new ideas and ways of doing things; • Looks for better ways of doing things; • Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking; • Develops new ways to solve problems; • Understands own strengths and weaknesses and takes action to close knowledge / skills gap; and • Learns from experience – does not repeat mistakes. Management / Leadership Competencies • Commands respect from peers and managers; • Shows initiative and confidence in dealing with others; • Able to work in a multi- disciplinary team; • Shares information and collaborates easily with others; • Sets out work in a well- planned and organised manner; • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates; and • Able to identify own development needs. • Checking of customer documents before capturing on the system as per prescribed in the NRTA No 93 of 1996; • Be able to operate LEU and LCU machines for eye test and fingerprints capturing; • Be able to resolve any customer queries’ and complaints either telephonically or walk-ins, guide them and provide relevant information; • Daily cashing up of all daily intakes, which is cash to the supervisor for balancing and banking; • Renewal of PrDP, drivers licence and booking and issuing of learners licenses. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY SUPPLY SERVICES HE+AD OF ELECTRICAL AND SUPPLY SERVICES (OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE) TASK: T22 BASIC SALARY: R 894 588.96 per annum ADVERTISED: Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current), or equivalent qualification; • A minimum of 8 years of work experience in the Electrical field, of which five years should have been at the Management level, • Government Certificate of Competency (GCC)- Factories will be an advantage; • Registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) will be an advantage, • Ten years' industrial experience, some of which must have been in Electrical distribution of at least 33kV/66kV/88kV/132kV. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Core professional competencies • Oversees and evaluates the planning of complex engineering projects; • Integrates engineering / infrastructure planning with broader development planning; • Interprets IDP and spatial planning initiatives into specific project requirements; • Projects and forecasts short, medium and long term infrastructure needs for the municipality; • Evaluates alternative options; • Determines the remaining economical life of systems and infrastructure; • Plans modification and renewal of systems and infrastructure; • Defines lines of communication, reporting and co- ordination with local communities and other stakeholders such as DWS, DOT, Eskom, Unions etc.; • Communicates with Town Planners, Consulting Engineers and Developers on complex technical matters for proposed development projects; • Contributes to shaping the Directorate / Municipality’s sector specific goals and priorities; • Contributes to shaping the Directorate / Municipality’s policies and procedures; • In-depth knowledge of relevant municipal legislation; • In-depth knowledge of the Directorate / Municipality’s challenges in delivering municipal services; • Monitors projects and programmes; • Checks against standards and regulations and signs off on documents; and • Accurately reviews documents and edits documents created by others. Functional competencies • Manages design teams and evaluates the design of complex engineering problems and infrastructure; • Manages and assigns resources to designs projects; • Does lifecycle analysis to determine design requirements; • Prioritizes design in terms of budget availability and infrastructure asset management requirements; • Checks designs against demand and system capacity; • Does final approval of design; • Manages multidisciplinary projects and programmes; • Manages the project requirements of funders; • Ensures stakeholder communication; • Prioritizes multiple resources to meet competing deadlines; • Finalises project concept and feasibility; • Manages, co-ordinates and integrates processes within the project scope, time, cost and quality parameters; • Conceptualises, and ensures that the maintenance requirements are determined based on asset management for all new projects; • Manages multiple maintenance and construction projects; • Manages programme budgets and schedules; • Negotiates with Client departments and stakeholders; • Monitors the preparation by the Environmental Consultants of the Environmental Management Plan; • Establishes the construction information distribution procedures; • Agrees and monitors the Construction Documentation Schedule for timeous delivery of required information to the contractors; • Establishes procedures for monitoring, controlling and agreeing all scope and cost variations; • Agrees on the quality assurance procedures and monitors the implementation thereof by the consultants and contractors; • Receives, reviews and adjudicates any contractual claims; • Monitors long lead items and off-site production by contractors and suppliers; • Co-ordinates, monitors and issue Practical Completion Lists and the Certificate of Practical Completion; • Manages a department and establishes rules and procedures for operations and maintenance; • Considers operational implications on a municipal wide basis; • Predicts the financial, social, economic and environmental implications; • Contributes to the development of national norms and standards; • Anticipates events, situations and incidents that may impact on the operation for the municipality; • Applies asset management and asset lifecycle principles to develop capital programme for modifications, upgrades and renewals; • Ensures asset registers are kept up to date; • Develops budgets for capital works, operations and maintenance • Designs, confirms and applies operations and maintenance service delivery standards at municipal level; and • Develops models to inform in-house, outsourced and PPP capital and operations and maintenance contracts / projects. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Ability to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not in agreement; • Awareness of how people and organisations function; • Develops communications geared for various audiences; • Ability to read situations and interest positions and to respond appropriately; • Communicates sensitive or controversial information effectively; • Communicates effectively at senior levels; • Handles sensitive one- on-one discussions effectively; • Uses language and style to capture the attention of the audience; • Speaks effectively on service delivery matters to the media; and • Has an appreciation and understanding of the service delivery imperative and its demands on public servants. Personal Competencies • Relentlessly pursues project outcomes; • Drives and motivates others; • Meets challenging goals; • Focused on doing things better; • Drives time and budget parameters to deliver on projects; • Achieves results through ensuring objectives are met; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternatives; • Create a learning environment; • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences; • Deals promptly, and in the interest of the City, with situations where conflict of interest arises. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members; • Able to translate Directorates goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from the team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Mentors by investing adequate time and effort in counselling and coaching subordinates and subordinate leaders; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the organisations; • Understands organizational needs and formulates and implements development plans, outlining specific performance measures; • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • To direct the Electrical & Services giving effect to the provision of an efficient, reliable supply of electricity to the City of uMhlathuze and within the requirements as set out in the National Rationalised Specifications (NRS 048 and 047) as approved by the National Electricity Regulator (NER) and to comply with the Municipality Electricity by-laws and the Electricity Act 41 of 1987. • Align Electrical & Energy Services to the IDP of the municipality; • Electricity Business Performance management; • Development of standard key management report; • Process control systems and telecommunication; • Electricity operations and maintenance; • Departmental planning and strategy; • Energy management; • Customer service & retail; • Public lighting. • Report to Deputy Municipal Manager Electrical & Energy Services. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre,Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES HALL ATTENDANT (HALLS & THUSONG SERVICES CENTRES) T3 R 128 648.40 – R 144 829.68 per annum Internal and Website • NQF Level 4 or Equivalent, Grade 12 will serve as added advantage; • Communication skills; • Interpersonal skills; • Cleaning of the Halls as per standard requested by Council; • Cleanliness and hygiene of public facilities; • Marketing of the facility and dissemination of information to the community. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY SUPPLY SERVICES GENERAL WORKER (OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE) T3 R 128 648.40 – R 144 829.68 per annum Internal and Website • Basic Level of Education, Grade 12 or equivalent will serve as an added advantage; • Good health condition; • 1 year relevant experience. • Basic knowledge of electricity; • The post requires of the incumbent to be physically fit to pick up heavy objects and work in hot and humid conditions; • Performs activities associated with the construction and installations of medium/ low voltage electrical networks to ensure installation and safety procedures and guidelines are complied with and tasks executed in accordance with laid down instructions; • Cleans worksites, stores equipment and tools and loads materials prior to departure from work site to ensure work sites are cleaned and safe for public use and equipment, tools and materials are removed upon completion of activities in accordance with laid down instructions; • Informal reporting to supervisor regarding any related work activities; • Interacts with fellow workers and supervisor to convey information. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: CITY DEVELOPMENT CANDIDATE VALUER – (RE-ADVERTSMENT) (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION) T9 R282 099.72 – R361 110.96 per annum Internal and Website • Understands all valuation techniques; • Understands the law of property; • Constitutional obligations; • Relevant legislation and case law; • Understands concepts related to the time value of money; • Understands the concepts of comparable, residual, cost and income valuations; and • Displays a good knowledge of elemental costs, and residential values; • Evaluates which valuation method should be used; and • Understands basic concepts of a computer assisted mass appraisal system (CAMA). • 2-5 years relevant experience in property valuation required. • A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification; and • Registered as a Candidate Valuer in terms of the Property Valuers Profession Act. Core Professional Competencies • Assists with preparing and reviewing training material, policies and guidelines; • Communicates with role-players on their roles and responsibilities; • Possess sound report writing skills; • Portrays numerical, and written accuracy; • Understands and internalizes the municipality’s priorities and goals; • Has in-depth knowledge of municipality’s policies and procedures; • Knowledge and understanding of the municipality’s functional directorates; • Understands priorities, goals and issues of local government; • Understands local government policies and legislation and code of conduct; • Has in-depth knowledge of the issues impacting service delivery; • Coordinates own and others’ schedules to avoid conflicts; • Checks quality of work against predetermined specifications; • Ensures that established procedures for completing work tasks are followed; • Initiates action to correct quality problems or notifies others of quality issues as appropriate; • Understands the technical language of the job; • Understands the technical components of the job and has a sound understanding of specific principles; • Able to read schematic drawings and basic designs; and • Understands the use and application of the full range of appropriate tools / equipment. Functional Competencies • Assembles data in a constructive expression of value; • Undertakes residential as well as basic income and cost valuations; • Prepares the reasons for the decisions taken on objections lodged; • Prepares evidence to be submitted to the Appeal Board to motivate valuations; • Performs data analysis in monitoring and reporting templates checking for anomalies that is indicative of obvious errors or concerns; • Identifies concerns and improvement areas that need to be addressed in terms of monitoring data; • Manages the central repository and documents; • Shows an ability to translate data into meaningful information; • Ensures that data is captured in the appropriate format; • Displays thorough understanding of the software and subject matter; • Manages the inputs of subordinate personnel; • Coordinates preparation of project documentation; and • Prioritises activities to ensure that project is completed within schedule. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Able to establish rapport and gets on with others; • Communicates effectively; • Acknowledges contributions of others; • Relates to people at all levels of the organisation; • Shows confidence in engagement with internal and external stakeholders; • Is able to assert his/her opinions; • Expresses ideas to individuals and groups both in formal and informal settings in an interesting and motivating way; and • Encourages participation and mutual understanding. • Establishing a valuations database by consulting Councils records, the Deeds Web, Councils GIS system, manual records in Councils archives, building plans, development plans; • Inspecting properties and recording the size, area, design, age and condition; • Being in constant communication with the building inspectorate so that when new building, extensions and / or alterations to building are finalised the information on the database can be updated; • Keeping a record of current property prices in various areas and in their different categories (residential, commercial, industries); • Keeping a record of current rentals to establish what the returns are on similar Council rented properties. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES DEPUTY MANAGER: FINANCIAL STATEMENTS & ASSETS (EXPENDITURE - ASSETS) T15 R 561 633.48 – R 605 023.56 per annum Internal and Website • Provides expert financial advice. Responsible for managing financial information according to prescribed norms and standards; • May supervise and manage team responsible for the financial information; and • Extensive understanding and knowledge of the application of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, and others as applicable). • 8 years or more relevant experience covering all aspects of the relevant financial process and the Management of financial information or having gained specialist experience in a finance discipline. • A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject. • Computer literacy: MS Office Functional Competencies • Able to present and disclose financial statements; • Able to amend and review financial policies in accordance with prevailing norms and standards; • Provides guidance to and supervises subordinates; • Calculates and interprets accounting ratios; • Review and update policies to align with prevailing legislation, norms and standards and community dynamics; • Prepares standard documents for presentation to bid committees; • Respond and report on queries from internal audit and auditor general management letter items; • Prepare the budget aligned to the IDP and Treasury regulations; • Documents budget assumptions; • Revise budget and prepare adjustment budget; • Manages accounting information systems; • Participates in the management and maintenance of information systems; • Determines and explains performance measurement strategies and techniques; • Advises on application of planning and control processes in budgeting & costing; • Able to make investment decisions in line with banking policy, legislation; • Collates information about maintenance of financial systems; • Establishes procedures for standard costing systems; • Evaluate cost classification, behaviour and allocation methods; • Establish marginal costing and develop pricing related policies; • Analyse and interpret reports to external stakeholders in line with prescribed legislation; • Formulates finance strategies; • Develops and implements asset and financial policies and systems; • Oversees the financial management aspects of the municipality including outsourced service providers; • Develops of sustainable strategies to address revenue shortfalls; • Supports the accounting officer to oversee financial management aspects of the municipality; • Develops financial policies and systems; • Prepares of multi-year revenue and expenditure forecasts; and • Development of sustainable strategies to address revenue shortfalls. Professional Competencies • Demonstrates effective oral presentation skills for complex and sensitive topics and issues; • Effectively and appropriately communicate / advocate financial matters orally on complex and sensitive matters within the municipality; • Complete presentations to management and clients; • Develops reporting templates, process and guidelines - mentoring and guiding previous levels; • Prepares considered, high quality written communications including correspondence and reports to committees; • Prepare and / or Review reports to committees, ensuring clear and concise communication to appropriate parties; • Contributes to shaping the municipality and local government specific goals and priorities; • Knowledge of the municipality’s functional directorates / departments and understands strategic integration across these; • In-depth knowledge of the municipality’s challenges in delivering municipal services; • Probes deeply and considers consequences and risks attached to actions and the impact of solutions; • Is intuitive, has an understanding of symptoms and is able to diagnose potential problems before they occur; • Plans tasks on a monthly basis for self and others; • Prepares delegated plans for others on a weekly basis; and • Holds fora to discuss planning for the longer term (1 to 5 years) and consolidates input. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Ability to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not agreement; • Awareness of to how people and organisations function; • Develops communications geared for various audiences; • Ability to read situations and interest positions and to respond appropriately; • Communicates sensitive or controversial information effectively; • Communicates effectively at senior levels; • Handles sensitive one-on-one discussions effectively; • Uses language and style to capture the attention of the audience; • Speaks effectively on service delivery matters to the media. Personal Competencies • Creates an action oriented culture that supports the department in achieving its goals; • Holds others accountable for their performance and institutes appropriate interventions; • Sets challenging goals for the Department / unit; • Motivates others to do things better; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Able to balance detail orientation with big picture thinking; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternatives; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Is networked within the industry; • Creates a learning environment; and • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Establishes support and projects authority and credibility; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Builds team spirit and cohesion across function boundaries in the respective departments; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members; • Able to translate Directorates goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from his team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Organises resources and inspires others towards focused performance; • Mentors by investing adequate time and effort in counselling and coaching subordinates and subordinate leaders; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the organisation; • Understands organisational needs and formulates and implements development plans, outlining specific performance measures; • Diagnoses performance issues and determines appropriate developmental intervention to suit the individuals learning style; and • Recognises the need for and provides individuals with guidance on how to handle new or difficult situations. • Assist with managing the accounting and control of the assets; • Ensuring that the financial assets register is GRAP compliant; • Ensures adherence to the Assets Management Policy; • Managing the compilation of interim and annual financial statements; • Perform due diligence review on the sheets created to ensure proper alignment with MSCOA project segment. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: CORPORATE SERVICES DEPUTY MANAGER: SECRETARIAT SERVICES (ADMINISTRATION) T17 R 678 769.08 per annum Internal and Website • Full range of administrative knowledge in the management of Committees function; • Manages administrative and clerical staff; and • Knowledge of Archive Act. • 8 years or more relevant experience of which 2 years must be at Supervisory level. • A relevant three-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B degree; and • Computer Literacy: MS Office Core Professional Competencies • Prepares considered, high quality reports for decision- making within the organisation; • Takes supervisory responsibility for reviewing and editing less experienced practitioners’ and subordinates work; • Demonstrates effective oral and presentation skills for complex and sensitive topics and issues; • Monitors projects and programmes; • Checks against standards and regulations and signs off on documents; • Accurately reviews documents and edits documents created by others; • Identifies preferred solution with potential consequences; • Decides on best option within risk profile; • Creates understanding with client / stakeholder / groups as to best option; • Executes option and accepts consequences and accountability; • Evaluates relevant facts, issues and risks; • Distinguishes among various options; • Resolves ethical and potential conflict of interest issues to conclusion taking into account associated risks; • Upholds good and ethical conduct; • Contributes to shaping the Directorate / Municipality’s sector specific goals and priorities; • Contributes to shaping the Directorate / Municipality’s policies and procedures; • Demonstrates knowledge of relevant municipal legislation; • In-depth knowledge of the Directorate / Municipality’s challenges in delivering municipal services; • Conceptualises possible solutions to problems; • Weighs each solution against best-practice criteria; • Establishes and executes plans to solve problems engaging others as necessary; • Ensures implementation and buy-in to the solution; • Plans tasks on a monthly basis for self and others; • Prepares delegated plans for others on a weekly basis; and • Holds fora to discuss planning for the longer term (1 to 5 years) and consolidates input. Functional Competencies • Independently designs systems and processes for the purpose of ensuring continuous improvement and business effectiveness; • Ensures that changes are implemented and properly communicated; • Understands how to use computer packages to process a range of data; • Optimise the use of technology for effective and efficient operations within office; • Able to analyse complex data through the creation of spreadsheets and databases; and • Able to summarise conclusions to analysis in order to make meaningful decisions. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Able to be both direct and forthright as well as diplomatic and tactful; • Demonstrates the patience to hear people out and accurately restate their opinions, even when not in agreement; • Awareness of how people and municipality interface and function; • Develops communications geared for various audiences; • Able to read situations and interest positions and to respond appropriately; • Communicates sensitive or controversial information effectively; • Communicates effectively at senior levels; • Handles sensitive one-on-one discussions effectively; • Uses language and style to capture the attention of the audience; • Establishes a collaborative relationship with the community; • Speaks effectively on service delivery matters as required; • Demonstrates personal commitment to the client service vision through own actions and attitudes; and • Recognises individuals and areas that are demonstrating behaviours and outcomes consistent the client service vision. Personal Competencies • Ensures project objectives are controlled and met; • Motivates team members; • Sets goals aligned to department urgencies; • Displays a drive to do things better; • Successfully completes projects within time and budget allocations; • Proactively searches the environment to detect situations which might cause setbacks or failures; • Recognises when change is necessary, develops a change implementation strategy; • Deals with high levels of complexity and clarifies issues for others; • Comes up with creative and unique ideas; • Considers alternative; • Is networked within the industry; • Creates a learning environment; and • Encourages others to learn and share from mistakes and shares experiences. Management / Leadership Competencies • Motivates and inspires others; • Effectively influences senior management and executive; • Establishes support and projects authority and credibility; • Uses influence to achieve objectives; • Builds team spirit and cohesion across functional areas; • Encourages team approach to problem solving; • Recognises and respects the value of diverse views; • Draws on diverse backgrounds, skills and knowledge of team members; • Able to translate Directorates / Department’s goals into objectives for the unit and gains commitment for these goals from the team; • Provides a clear sense of purpose and focuses on successful completion of objectives; • Organises resources and inspires others towards focussed performance; • Actively involved in the retention and development of talent within the unit; • Actively creates development opportunities by crafting roles to best meet the needs of individuals; and • Constantly on the lookout for training opportunities for subordinates. • Supervising the operational activities and staff of the reprography and Secretariat Unit; • Inspecting and verifying completed work of reporting staff to ensure quality, ensuring that due dates are met and if all data (new and changed) is captured on system; • Monitoring operations by checking if standards are achieved and services are delivered according to requirements; • Ensuring that filing and signing of official minutes and Agenda’s is kept up to date and properly stored for safekeeping; • Follow up on finalisation of Council Resolution. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre,Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY SUPPLY SERVICES ARTISAN ELECTRICAL (CUSTOMER SERVICES, MARKETING & RETAIL) T10 R 303 790.08 – R 408 563.88 per annum Internal and Website • Perform activities within a trade. Works independently and could supervise staff; • 1-2 years’ experience required; and • Trade certificate. Core Professional Competencies • Monitors and controls activities by maintaining a log of work, production, or maintenance; • Able to prioritise tasks; • Identifies more critical and less critical activities and tasks; adjusts priorities when appropriate; • Able to prioritize resources to meet competing deadlines; • Identifies problems following defined diagnostic processes; • Identifies various alternative options and selects most appropriate solutions; • Understands potential impact of problems to own working environment; • Can identify problems that are not routine and will refer to supervisor for resolution; • Identifies resource requirements for undertaking specific tasks; • Organises, prioritises and schedules tasks so that they can be performed with efficient use of time and resources; • Measures progress and monitors performance and results; • Develops contingency plans for potential problems; • Checks work of for errors; • Checks against set standards and regulations; • Initiates action to correct quality problems. Functional Competencies • Demonstrates and / or explains safety equipment and / or procedures; • Reviews safety training materials; • Identifies safety issues and problems—Detects hazardous working conditions. Is alert to unsafe work conditions; • Checks equipment and / or work area regularly; • Takes corrective action— reports or corrects unsafe working conditions; makes recommendations and / or improves safety and security procedures; enforces safety regulations and procedures; • Understands the technical language of the job; • Understands the technical components of the job and has a sound understanding of specific trade principles; • Able to read schematic drawings and basic designs; • Understands the use and application of the full range of appropriate tools and equipment; • Has essential knowledge of operations and maintenance of equipment and infrastructure; • Has the ability to identify task specific problems and analyse all factors that influence the solution. This will involve various activities specific to the particular trade involving: designing, constructing, repairing, fabricating, fault finding and diagnostics; • Applies previous learnings to new / different situations; • Accomplishes tasks within a specific trade without asking for guidance or instruction; and • Has knowledge of updating equipment register and exercises stock control of material issued. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Engages effectively with the general public and clients; • Corrects service delivery problems promptly without being defensive. • Relates to people at all levels of the organisation; • Shows confidence in engagement with internal and external stakeholders; • Accurately captures others’ expectations, ideas and concerns; • Encourages and considers inputs of others; • Can translate technical information into terms that are understood by subordinates and customers; • Responds to questions with accurate and complete answers; • Maintains clear communication with clients regarding mutual expectations and monitors client satisfaction; • Takes personal responsibility for providing excellent service quality; • Corrects problems promptly, without being defensive; • Supports others to take personal responsibility to deliver excellent customer service; • Personal Competencies; • Willing to take on new challenges; • Pushes self and motivates others for results; • Displays a drive to do things better; • Successfully completes projects with time and budget allocations; • Stays calm and focussed under pressure; • Responds constructively to adverse situations and has calming influence on others; • Admits own mistakes and weaknesses and seeks help from others were unable to deliver; • Demonstrates competencies from level 1; • Understands own strengths and weaknesses and takes action to close knowledge / skills gap; • Learns from experience – does not repeat mistakes; • Remains abreast of changes in the relevant trade; and • Aware of developments in technology related to equipment and maintenance practices. Management / Leadership Competencies • Sets out work for others in a well-planned and organised manner; • Makes positive impact and comes across as confident and competent; • Motivates subordinates to accomplish tasks and missions; • Has credibility with staff; • Demonstrates competencies from level 1; • Shares information and collaborates easily with others; • Shows initiative and confidence in dealing with others; • Participates actively as a member of a team; • Understands subordinates’ limitations; • Provides guidance and support where necessary; • Understands own development needs; and • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates. • Testing of electricity energy meters at the test bench in the test laboratory with the use of an Energy Meter Calibration Verifier or standard reference meter and power source and a notebook computer with the necessary program software; • Programming, installation and commissioning of electronic programmable energy meters using technician tools, clip-on ammeter and a notebook computer with an optical eye; • Electricity supply metering investigations using a multi meter, clip-on ammeter, technician hand tools, and a notebook computer; • Analyse electronic energy meter profile data, consumption records, audit reports; • Investigate electronic electricity energy meter installations as reported faulty by the Treasury Department using a multi meter, phase rotation tester, clip-on ammeter, technician hand tools and notebook computer with an optical eye. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at: Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies.
DEPARTMENT: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES ARTISAN ASSISTANT (WATER AND SANITATION SERVICES –NORTHERN DEPOTS) TASK LEVEL: T4 BASIC SALARY R 144 829.68– R 180 872.28 per annum ADVERTISED: Internal and Website MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Assists technical staff. Follows short term instructions. Closely supervised. Performs easily observable actions. • Studying towards a trade certificate or one years’ experience required. COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Core Professional Competencies • Remains focused on task at hand; • Uses time effectively and prevent irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion; • Completes tasks on time; • Deals with clearly defined problems that are task specific that have a low impact and low risk; • Applies a pragmatic approach to problem solving; • Applies tacit knowledge / experience to determine best possible solutions; • Knows when to refer problem to supervisor for resolution; • Plans tasks on a daily basis according to a set schedule and executes as per priority list; • Modifies plans in line with instructions from supervisors; • Accurately and carefully follows established procedures for completing work tasks; • Ensures that all details of a task are completed; • Checks work for errors; and • Reviews all parts of a job to ensure quality. Functional Competencies • Displays knowledge of all related safety or security regulations; • Is aware of co-workers’ safety in the workplace; • Understands how to use and operate safety equipment; • Enforces safety and / or security procedures; • Is aware of the hazards of working with dangerous materials. • Undertakes routine tasks; • Has developed a level of skill and experience in a technical area of work; and • Is aware of factors that may negatively impact the completion of a job. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Shows a commitment to excellence and quality; • Keeps commitments and promises in undertaking tasks and meeting deadlines; • Is friendly and responsive to community members when dealing with service delivery issues; • Able to establish rapport and gets on with others; • Communicates effectively; • Acknowledges contributions of others; • Able to understand basic verbal instructions from supervisor sand colleagues; • Checks own understanding of tasks and expectations to avoid making mistakes; • Understands basic technical jargon; • Displays a customer focus; • Is reliable and delivers on time; • Establishes rapport with customers; and • Responds to client needs timeously. Personal Competencies • Shows enthusiasm to take on new projects; • Is a self-starter and shows initiative; • Enjoys working hard; • Drive to meet deadlines and motivates others to do the same; • Accepts criticism about performance in stride, while maintaining work standards; • Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; • Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks or other constraints; • Conducts self in accordance with organisational values; • Demonstrates honesty, keeps commitments and behaves in a consistent manner; • Takes responsibility for own actions. Treats all colleagues with equal respect; • Shows willingness to learn new things and acquire knowledge; and • Seeks ongoing support for own limitations (e.g. from supervisor or colleague). Management / Leadership Competencies • Has a clear sense of his / her own and team goals; • Deserving of respect from peers and supervisors; • Co-operates and works well with others; • Shows consideration towards others; • Seen to be reliable and dependable; • Appears willing to learn new ways of doing things. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Observes and supervises activities of team, by observing quality of work and instructing team how to correct non- adherence; • Assist the plumbers with the repairing, maintaining and minor extensions to water reticulation and plumbing network, by Excavating/ exposing/stripping works to identify the faults/ problems. Fit new sections, backfill/ close and open valves/ taps, etc. for continued operation as quickly as possible; using tools; • Investigating items/ issues as reported/ delegated/ instructed by the supervisor, by investigating on site, resolving and reporting back to source/ supervisor; using tools CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES ACCOUNTS OFFICER: NSELENI (CUSTOMER REVENUE MANAGEMENT) T10 R 303 790.08 – R 408 563.88 per annum Internal and Website • Conducts work of a financial nature according to prescribed norms and standards under the general direction of an experienced accountant; and • Basic working knowledge of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, and others as applicable). • 0-2 years’ relevant experience required. • A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject. • Computer literacy: MS Office Functional Competencies • Conversant with basic accounting and the double- entry system; • Collects and collates information for the preparation of financial statements; • Monitors and controls the collection of debts; and • Performs basic tax calculations. • Procures goods and services in accordance with MFMA, SCM regulations and policies; • Maintains a database of approved vendors; and • Reconciles physical stocks to accounting records. • Prepares forecasts of income and expenditure; • Produces draft budget proposals; and • Operates budgetary control systems. • Makes & records payments in accordance with financial policies & regulations; • Maintains petty cash records; • Accounts for cash and bank transactions; • Accounts for goods and services supplied or received; • Prepares bank reconciliation statements; • Distinguishes between capital and operational expenditure; and • Records payroll transactions. • Prepares and presents standard cost reports; and • Analyses usage and price variances. • Inputs information from source documents into a computer system; • Supplies information for a specific purpose; • Drafts routine business communications; • Generates and prints standard reports from a computer system; and • Locates & retrieves recorded details or requested items from a computer system. • Apply policies and procedures in financial process management. Professional Competencies • Explain positions orally within municipality on basic financial matters.); and • Ensures professional interaction and communication with clients. • Effectively communicates in writing in a manner that requires minimal modification; • Take minutes at meetings; • Produce electronic presentations; • Prepare clear and concise documents / working papers as and when needed; and • Proof reads documents with close attention to detail. • Understands how financial processes are executed in the municipality; • Basic knowledge about the municipality; • Basic financial industry knowledge; • Knowledge of the municipality’s priorities and goals; • Operates within the municipality’s policies and procedures; • Applies sector policies and legislation in undertaking tasks; and • Awareness of the issues impacting service delivery. • Deals with clearly defined problems that are task specific that have a low impact and low risk; • Applies a pragmatic approach to problem solving; • Applies tacit knowledge / experience to determine best possible solutions; and • Knows when to refer problem to supervisor for resolution. • Plans tasks on a daily basis according to a set schedule; • Modifies plans in line with instructions from supervisors; and • Executes tasks according to plan in order of priority, using some discretion. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Able to establish rapport and gets on with others; • Communicates effectively; and • Acknowledges contributions of others. • Contributes to assignment reports by providing information gathered by standard methods; and • Demonstrates effective oral and written communication. • Is committed to excellence; and • Keeps commitments and promises in undertaking tasks and meeting deadlines. Personal Competencies • Shows enthusiasm to take part in new projects/assignments; • Is a self-starter; • Drives to meet deadlines and motivates others to do the same; and • Creates an action oriented culture that supports the department in achieving its goals. • Accepts criticism about performance in stride, while maintaining work standards; • Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; and • Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks or other constraints. • Shows strong analytical reasoning; • Strong attention to detail; and • Works within a relatively structured environment. • Shows a willingness to learn; and • Copes effectively with change. • Shows willingness to learn new things and acquire knowledge; • Engages in regular external activities; and • Seeks ongoing support for own limitations (e.g. from coach or mentor). Management / Leadership Competencies • Makes positive impact and comes across as confident professional. • Cooperates and works well with other team members; • Actively participates in team activities; and • Shows consideration towards others. • Has a clear sense of his / her own and team goals. • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates; • Articulates tasks and expectations and sets realistic standards; and • Anticipates mistakes and freely offers assistance without being overbearing. • Co – ordinate activities and procedures associated with direct supervision and monitoring of personnel and services of the branch; • Ensure branch personnel are capable of interpreting requirements and applying financial/administrative procedures and guidelines to accomplish laid down objectives and deadlines; • Manage branches within Credit Control to assist with collection of arrear accounts of Council. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES ACCOUNTS OFFICER (REVENUE METERED SERVICES) T10 R 303 790.08 – R 408 563.88 per annum Internal and Website • Conducts work of a financial nature according to prescribed norms and standards under the general direction of an experienced accountant; and • Basic working knowledge of applicable local government legislation (e.g. MSA, MFMA, and others as applicable). • 0-2 years’ relevant experience required. • A relevant 3 year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject. • Computer literacy: MS Office Functional Competencies • Conversant with basic accounting and the double- entry system; • Collects and collates information for the preparation of financial statements; • Monitors and controls the collection of debts; • Performs basic tax calculations; • Procures goods and services in accordance with MFMA, SCM regulations and policies; • Maintains a database of approved vendors; • Reconciles physical stocks to accounting records; • Prepares forecasts of income and expenditure; • Produces draft budget proposals; • Operates budgetary control systems; • Makes & records payments in accordance with financial policies & regulations; • Maintains petty cash records; • Accounts for cash and bank transactions; • Accounts for goods and services supplied or received; • Prepares bank reconciliation statements; • Distinguishes between capital and operational expenditure; • Records payroll transactions; • Prepares and presents standard cost reports; • Analyses usage and price variances; • Inputs information from source documents into a computer system; • Supplies information for a specific purpose; • Drafts routine business communications; • Generates and prints standard reports from a computer system; • Locates & retrieves recorded details or requested items from a computer system; • Apply policies and procedures in financial process management. Professional Competencies • Explain positions orally within municipality on basic financial matters.); • Ensures professional interaction and communication with clients; • Effectively communicates in writing in a manner that requires minimal modification; • Take minutes at meetings; • Produce electronic presentations; • Prepare clear and concise documents / working papers as and when needed; • Proof reads documents with close attention to detail; • Understands how financial processes are executed in the municipality; • Basic knowledge about the municipality; • Basic financial industry knowledge; • Knowledge of the municipality’s priorities and goals; • Operates within the municipality’s policies and procedures; • Applies sector policies and legislation in undertaking tasks; • Awareness of the issues impacting service delivery; • Deals with clearly defined problems that are task specific that have a low impact and low risk; • Applies a pragmatic approach to problem solving; • Applies tacit knowledge / experience to determine best possible solutions; • Knows when to refer problem to supervisor for resolution; • Plans tasks on a daily basis according to a set schedule; • Modifies plans in line with instructions from supervisors; and • Executes tasks according to plan in order of priority, using some discretion. Public Service Orientation Competencies • Able to establish rapport and gets on with others; • Communicates effectively; • Acknowledges contributions of others; • Contributes to assignment reports by providing information gathered by standard methods; • Demonstrates effective oral and written communication; • Is committed to excellence; • Keeps commitments and promises in undertaking tasks and meeting deadlines. Personal Competencies • Shows enthusiasm to take part in new projects/assignments; • Is a self-starter; • Drives to meet deadlines and motivates others to do the same; • Creates an action oriented culture that supports the department in achieving its goals; • Accepts criticism about performance in stride, while maintaining work standards; • Shows emotional resilience and handles difficult situations effectively; • Continues to attempt to improve, despite setbacks or other constraints; • Shows strong analytical reasoning; • Strong attention to detail; • Works within a relatively structured environment; • Shows a willingness to learn; • Copes effectively with change; • Shows willingness to learn new things and acquire knowledge; • Engages in regular external activities; • Seeks ongoing support for own limitations (e.g. from coach or mentor); Management / Leadership Competencies • Makes positive impact and comes across as confident professional; • Cooperates and works well with other team members; • Actively participates in team activities; • Shows consideration towards others; • Has a clear sense of his / her own and team goals; • Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates; • Articulates tasks and expectations and sets realistic standards; and • Anticipates mistakes and freely offers assistance without being overbearing. • Co-ordinate activities and procedures associated with direct supervision of staff; • Ensure the correct and timeously processing and or reading of meters in order to generate accurate consumer debtor accounts; • Handling of enquiries telephonically and in person to provide the public with excellent customer service; • Daily interaction with contractors to ensure acceptable standards and outcomes; • Deal with internal and external auditors; • Attend meeting with other departments and own department regarding metered services issues. CLOSING DATE: 22 JULY 2022 @ 12H00 All applicants must forward a comprehensive CV (Preferably in English) to the: Deputy Municipal Manager: Corporate Services by email to : recruitment@starniche.com. Alternatively, please drop off applications at : Richards Bay Civic Centre Reception desk, Nseleni Rates Hall, Esikhaleni Rates Hall, Empangeni Civic Centre, Vulindlela Rates Hall, Ngwelezane Rates Hall/ Library. PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVE NO NOTIFICATION REGARDING THIS ADVERTISEMENT WITHIN ONE MONTH OF THE CLOSING DATE, it should be accepted THAT YOUR APPLICATION WAS UNSUCCESSFUL. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, it is our intention to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality in terms of race, gender and Disability The appointment is made according to the Council’s conditions of service. Canvassing for this position will lead to disqualification of applications. City of uMhlathuze strictly abides by ethical practices and does not accept money for submission of applications. We urge all employees, clients, members of the public and our suppliers to report any kind of fraud or corruption at uMhlathuze Municipality's Human Resources NB: It is important to note that if a total cost to company has been reflected under a position it does not imply that this will be the full package the successful incumbent will receive. The total package shown includes the maximum Council's contribution to Pension, Group Life and Medical aid as well as other allowances that will only applicable if the incumbent complies with approved policies. The City of uMhlathuze is one of the most modern and fast-growing municipalities in South Africa and offers the ideal combination of a rewarding career and pleasant working conditions. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply for the following positions that are based in Richards Bay – Civic Centre: Applications must reach the addresses indicated not later than 5 August 2022. Candidates must state clearly the position to which appointment is sought. Applicants are requested to furnish telephone number/s at which they may be contacted. MANAGERS DIRECTLY REPORTING TO THE CITY MANAGER SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS DEPUTY CITY MANAGER: COMMUNITY SERVICES REF: S56003/2022 OCCUPATIONAL LEVEL Top Management (Section 56) ANNUAL TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE Negotiable in terms of Government Gazette No.37500 of 29 March 2014; plus performance bonus. ADVERTISED City Press, Mercury, Zululand Observer, Internal and Website TERM OF APPOINTMENT 5 - Year Fixed Term Contract YEARS’ OF EXPERIENCE 5 Years’ experience at the Middle Management level; Have proven successful institutional transformation within the public or private sector. HIGHER EDUCATION QUALIFICATION A relevant Post Graduate Degree or relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at an NQF level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits in a field relevant for the senior management position (such as Public Administration/ Management Sciences). A certificate in Municipal Financial Management Programme (MFMP) or Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) is essential. ADDED ADVANTAGE Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP) or a similar recognised relevant professional body. KNOWLEDGE Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation; To: All Users From: HR Administration Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management; Understanding of council operations and delegation of powers KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 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 department’s budget planning, implementation and budget review to support priorities and deliverables in relation to the Integrated Development Plan Provide advice and support to Council, the City Manager and other office bearers on all functions of the Department such as: Emergency Services; Public Health; Waste Management and Cleansing; Sport, Recreation and Arts & Culture; Horticultural Services (Parks and Cemeteries); Strategic Management of the department Traffic and Community Safety, Fire and Rescue; Disaster Management; Library, Heritage, Arts and Culture; Solid Waste Management; Youth and Sports Parks and Recreation to Communities in a sustainable manner Closing Date: 5 August 2022 NB: All applicants must forward an application form (obtainable in Government Gazette, No. 37245) or can be downloaded from our website: www.umhlathuze.gov.za; accompanied by a detailed CV with copies of certificates should be forwarded to The City Manager by email to LombaardAL@umhlathuze.gov.za. Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered during the week to the City of uMhlathuze Civic Centre (5 Mark Strasse Road, Richards Bay) between 07h30- 16h00. For administrative enquiries, contact: Manager: HR Administration: The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, we intend to promote and uphold representivity in the Municipality regarding race, gender and disability. PLEASE NOTE: It would be expected of shortlisted candidates to be subjected to competency assessments and that previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests. All applications must be submitted with an official application form, detailed CV, copies of qualifications and Identity Document, the names of three references from current and previous employers. The internal or external application form is available from the Municipal website or the Human Resources Section (Department Corporate Services). Applications can be submitted by hand delivery to the Human Resource Section during weekdays (7:30am - 4pm) or may be e-mailed to LombaardAL@umhlathuze.gov.za. Failure to adhere to the above will result in automatic disqualification. Appointment is subject to the signing of an employment contract and performance agreement in terms of Section 56 of the Municipal Systems Act. The appointment and Conditions of Employment will be in accordance with the applicable and relevant local government legal framework Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful. Mr NG Zulu Acting City Manager City of uMhlathuze
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