CITY OF UMHLATHUZE MUNICIPALITY The City of uMhlathuze is one of the fastest growing municipalities in South Africa, offering the ideal combination of a rewarding career and pleasant working conditions. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply for the following position that is based in Richards Bay – Civic Centre: Applications must reach the address as indicated not later than 03 July 2023. 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: CORPORATE SERVICES REF: S56001/2023 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, Internal and Website LOCATION: To be stationed at the Richards Bay Civic Centre but functioning in the whole municipal area of the City of uMhlathuze TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent employment in terms of the amended Municipal Systems Act dated 17 January 2022. YEARS’ OF EXPERIENCE: 15 years’ experience, of which at least seven years must be at middle management level, in a municipal environment. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Grade 12/ Matric; A post graduate qualification in Public Management, Management Sciences, Law or any other study field related to the position; An ICT related tertiary qualification (NQF 7); A valid driver’s licence; MFMP or Certificate of Competency against minimum competency levels of 2007 issued in terms of the MFMA under GN No. 493 in GG No. 29967 of 15 June 2007. Proven experience in successful institutional transformation in the public or private sector Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation Advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management Advanced understanding of Council operations and delegation of Powers. Budget and financial management skills KNOWLEDGE Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation; Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management; Good knowledge of corporate support services, including: Human Capital Management; Administration, Legal services; Facilities management; Records Management; Information communication technology; and Council support; Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No.5 of 2000); Knowledge of good governance; Knowledge of Labour Relations Act, and other labour-related prescripts; Legal background; Knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialised support functions. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Leading and directing the Corporate Services department; Ensure the Municipality is provided with an effective support services regarding corporate administration, human resources, information technology, Councillor support and legal services; Manage corporate administration functions which relate to the provision of record managements, Council and Committee secretariat; Manage and facilitate legal services, including updating policies and Council bylaws; Managing the Directorate’s budget planning, implementation and budget review to support priorities and deliveries in the context of IDP; Provide visionary and innovative leadership to diverse workforce, to ensure optimal utilisation of the Council’s resources in terms of implementing its strategic objectives articulated in the IDP and in the fulfilment of its legislative mandate; Manage Human Resource portfolio in accordance with labour legislation and collective agreements; Provide support and advice to Council and Municipal Manager; Implement service delivery budget implementation plan. Closing Date: 03 July 2023 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. Applications, accompanied by a detailed CV with copies of qualifications certificates, Identity Document and driver’s licence, should be forwarded to The City Manager by email to SM_Vacancies@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: Head of Section: Human Resources: Mr TF Nsele on (035) 907 5187. The City of uMhlathuze is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. As such, we intend to promote and uphold representativity 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). 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 City Manager City of uMhlathuze
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