GERT SIBANDE DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM SUITABLY QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED APPLICANTS TO FILL THE FOLLOWING VACANT POSITIONS: Gert Sibande District Municipality (Category 3 Municipality), an equal opportunity employer, invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the under-mentioned positions: The Gert Sibande District Municipality is an affirmative action employer, and committed to the implementation of its Employment Equity Plan, people from designated groups are therefore encouraged to apply. ADVERTISEMENT
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE 1. CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (Re-advert) Ref No. GSDMFIN001 MINIMUM TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R972 648 MIDPOINT TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R1 108 275 MAXIMUM TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R1 257 894 As promulgated Government Gazette No.43122 dated 20 March 2020 on the determination of upper limits of total remuneration package payable to Municipal Managers & Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers. TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent employment (a) REQUIREMENTS • At least NQF Level 7 in fields of Accounting, Finance or Economics or Chartered Accountant (SA) • Valid unendorsed Drivers' license. • The Municipal Finance Management Programme qualification (MFMP/ CPMD) in line with the Government Gazette No. 37245 which states that the higher education qualification, work related experience and other requirements for the position of the Chief Financial Officer are as prescribed under the Local Government: Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels, 2007, issued in terms of the Municipal Finance Management Act, as published under the Government Notice No. 493 in Government Gazette No. 29967 of 15 June 2007, will be added advantage. (b) WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Experience • Minimum of seven (07) years at senior management levels, of which at least 02 years must be at senior management level. Knowledge & skills • Financial Management and prescripts, guidelines and standards, Treasury Regulations and King Report on Corporate Governance; Understanding of relevant policies and legislations; institutional governance systems and performance management; Good knowledge of Supply Chain Management Regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000). Minimum Competency Levels • Strategic direction and leadership, People management, Program and Project management, financial management; change and governance leadership, planning and organizing, analysis and innovation, knowledge and information management, communications as well as result and quality focus. Applications should be forwarded on Council's prescribed Employment application form obtainable on the website (www.gertsibande.gov.za) accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified qualifications, copy of ID and Driver's license, to: The Acting Municipal Manager, P O Box 1748 Ermelo, 2350. Applications which are not on the prescribed form will not be considered. NB: All previous applicants are requested to re-apply DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & INNOVATION 2. GENERAL MANAGER: PLANNING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION Ref. No.: MPDC30/PED/00 MINIMUM TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R972 648 MIDPOINT TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R1 108 275 MAXIMUM TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R1 257 894 As promulgated Government Gazette No.43122 dated 20 March 2020 on the determination of upper limits of total remuneration package payable to Municipal Managers & Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers. TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent employment (a) REQUIREMENTS An Honours or Master’s degree in Town/Regional Planning, Land Use or Developmental Studies/ Management or equivalent qualification. Extensive and practical knowledge of the Local Government environment. A qualification relating to National Treasury Competency requirements obtained from an accredited and recognised body (SACPLAN) will be an added advantage. A valid code B driver's license. Computer packages (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook). Job purpose: Develop strategies and plans for the various functions and gain approval for from Council, prior to ensuring their successful implementation • Operate within by-laws, resolutions, policies and procedures of Council and relevant planning legislation • Perform functions as per the delegation of powers and functions. (b) WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Experience • Minimum of five (5) years’ work-related experience in local government administration at a Senior Management level in the planning and economic development services or related field. Added Advantage • Registration with the South African Council for Planning (SACPLAN), or similar recognized relevant professional body. Knowledge, skills and personal attributes • Strategic leadership and management. • Strategic financial management. • Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management. • Understanding of Council operations and delegation of powers. • A high level of written and verbal communication skills. • Proven ability to communicate and negotiate in all spheres and levels of government. • Ability to meet deadlines • Proven ability to provide strategic and innovative leadership • Strategic thinking and analysis KPA's As delegated by the Municipal Manager the incumbent will be expected to: • As the Head of Planning and Economic Development, prepare, manage and monitor the budget of the Department to ensure effective and efficient functioning of the Department within the budgetary constraints of the Municipality. This includes motivating the Department’s budgetary needs for approval by Council and monitoring expenditure against the budget • Oversee and manage the development of integrated planning policies, strategies and guidelines at municipality-wide, regional and neighbourhood levels so that appropriate guidelines for both public and private development and investment are in place and that these policies, strategies and guidelines are integrated with other development initiatives • Lead and direct all staff in the Department to ensure that staff meets the Department’s objectives in line with the Municipality’s requirements and resource constraints • Manage, implement and monitor the Performance Management System (PMS) in the Directorate to ensure that staff performs to the Municipality’s standards • Facilitate the funding of all planning and development projects in the Municipality to ensure the availability of funds for projects • Direct and guide the Department in the establishment and maintenance of an appropriate database to inform strategic development decisions based on appropriate research, analysis and monitoring of developmental trends and issues • Oversee and manage the development and implementation of transportation policies, strategies and guidelines at municipality-wide, regional and neighbourhood levels, so that appropriate guidelines for both public and private development and investment are in place and in practice, and that these policies, strategies and guidelines are integrated with other development initiatives (housing, environment, planning, etc) • Oversee and manage the development and implementation of integrated environmental planning policies, strategies and guidelines at municipality-wide, regional and neighbourhood levels, so that appropriate guidelines for both public and private development and investment are in place and in practice, and that these policies, strategies and guidelines are integrated with other development initiatives (housing, planning, transport, etc) • Oversee the implementation of the application, planning and land use process so that the Municipality’s plans and policies are adhered to • Review, draft, recommend and implement relevant by-laws so that effective regulatory mechanisms exist • Oversee the enforcement of planning and building regulations so that these are adhered to • Communicate and engage with stakeholders so that their needs are understood and opportunities are identified to influence the District Plan, and so that they are informed of planning issues that affect them • Oversee and manage the provision of an Economic Development function in order to attract investment into the region and to ensure economic growth • Oversee and manage the property management function so that all Council buildings are managed according to policy and procedure • Represent the Department at all meetings, conferences and forums that relate to Planning Services to ensure good flow of information in the Department and representation of the Department’s and Municipality’s mandates. This also includes attending relevant portfolio and Management meetings to implement Council resolutions and give feedback to all staff in the Department. General The appointment for the above position is in line with the Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers and Upper Limit of Total Remuneration Package Payable to Managers Directly Accountable to Municipal Manager. The successful candidates will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement and also disclose their financial interests. Shortlisted candidates will undergo security vetting, including inter alia competency assessments, the verification of curriculum vitae, all qualifications and criminal records. DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY & SOCIAL SERVICES 3. GENERAL MANAGER: COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICES Ref. No.: MPDC30/CSS/00 MINIMUM TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R972 648 MIDPOINT TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R1 108 275 MAXIMUM TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE: R1 257 894 As promulgated Government Gazette No.43122 dated 20 March 2020 on the determination of upper limits of total remuneration package payable to Municipal Managers & Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers. TERM OF APPOINTMENT: Permanent employment (a) REQUIREMENTS • A minimum appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences/ Public Administration/ Law or equivalent. • Extensive and practical knowledge of the Local Government environment. • A qualification relating to National Treasury Competencies requirements obtained from an accredited and recognized body (CPMD/MFMP) will be an added advantage. • Valid code B driver’s license • Computer packages (MS Word, MS Excel and Ms PowerPoint and MS Outlook). (b) WORK RELATED EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE Experience • Minimum of five (5) years’ work-related experience in local government administration at a Senior Management level in the community services field. Added Advantage • Registration with the South African Council for the Social Service Professionals (SACSSP), or similar recognized relevant professional body. Knowledge, skills and personal attributes • Strategic leadership and management. • Strategic financial management. • Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management. • Understanding of Council operations and delegation of powers. • A high level of written and verbal communication skills. • Proven ability to communicate and negotiate in all spheres and levels of government. • Ability to meet deadlines • Proven ability to provide strategic and innovative leadership • Strategic thinking and analysis KPA's As delegated by the Municipal Manager the incumbent will be expected to: • Provide strategic guidance and leadership in the Community and Social Services Department • Lead and manage staff and all related resources • Good knowledge of community services functional areas, namely: Municipal health, public safety, health service management, disaster management and fire rescue services, sports, and recreation, culture and heritage, and library services. • Develop and implement policies and systems to ensure the smooth running of the day to day operations, procedures and processes that relate to all the above-stated functions. • Provide an advisory service to the senior management and council leadership regarding relevant policy and legislative issues of compliance • Give input towards preparation of the IDP and SDBIP. • Compilation, implementation, monitoring and reporting of departmental annual capital budget. • Ensuring the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and programmes that work towards the achievement of goals relating to Health, Disaster Management and fire rescue services rendered by the Municipality. • Take responsibility for performance management system of the employees of the Health and Disaster Management Services • Prepare and submit reports to the Municipal Manager and committees so that they are informed of the issues relevant to Municipal Health and Community Services • Ensure optimum utilization of Council resources. • Be responsible for executive management reporting General The appointment for the above position is in line with the Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers and Upper Limit of Total Remuneration Package Payable to Managers Directly Accountable to Municipal Managers. The successful candidates will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement and also disclose their financial interests. Shortlisted candidates will undergo security vetting, including inter alia competency assessments, the verification of curriculum vitae, all qualifications and criminal records. Applications should be forwarded on Council's prescribed Employment application form obtainable on the website (www.gertsibande.gov.za) accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified qualifications, copy of ID and Driver's license, to: The Acting Municipal Manager, P O Box 1748 Ermelo, 2350. Applications which are not on the prescribed form will not be considered. Closing Date: 02 December 2022 at 12h00 am. No faxed and e-mailed applications will be accepted. Applications received after closing date will not be accepted. If no response received from Gert Sibande District Municipality within 30 days of the closing date, you must regard your application as unsuccessful. It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that the application reaches our District offices on or before the closing date mentioned above. Ms. ME Radebe Acting Municipal Manager Enquiries should be directed to Mr. MA Barnabas at (017 801 7030. Appointment to the above positions is on a fixed-term employment contract and subject to the signing of a performance agreement contract. NB: All short-listed candidates will undergo psychometric assessment and security clearance. For more details on each post, please refer to our website at www.gsibande.gov.za. N.B: (All posts are subject to security vetting)
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