CITY OF EKURHULENI

 

 

 

DIVISIONAL HEAD: BRAND AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS: CMTD50004

Closing Date 2026-06-08 

Department Communications, Marketing and Tourism Department (2024)

Location City of Ekurhuleni

Remuneration R R1 598 520 to R R1 975 356 - Total cost to company

Assignment Type Permanent

 

Job Purpose

To develop, implement and monitor an integrated strateglc marketing and branding framework aligned to the City's developmental mandate, service delivery priorities, economic growth agenda and institutional strategic objectives.

 

Key performance areas:

  • Lead the positioning and promotion of City brand as a competitive, investment friendly and service oriented metropolitan municipality through integrated marketing and public awareness campaigns.
  • Drive revenue enhancement initiatives through strategic marketing programmes that support improved rates and revenue collection awareness, indigent registrations, customer engagement, and public participation.
  • Develop and oversee city-wide service delivery awareness and behavioural cha nge campaigns aimed at improving public understanding, civic responsibility, customer satisfaction and resident con fidence in municipal services.
  • Lead digital transformation initiatives within the marketing environment, including data-driven marketing, audience analytics, content optimisation, artificial intelligence-enabled engagement tools and digital reputation management.
  • Develop, implement and maintain integrated brand governance systems, policies, standards and protocols to ensure consistency, compliance and protection of the institutional identity across all departments, entities and stakeholder touchpoints.
  • Oversee the development and execution of innovative, high-impact marketing campaigns that strengthen organisational reputation, stakeholder confidence and public awareness of municipal programmes and achievements.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with government institutions, business formations, investors , civil society, community structures and strategic partners to enhance the City's profile and stakeholder collaboration.
  • Ensure effective governance, compliance, risk management and financial oversight within the marketing division, including adherence to applicable legislation , municipal policies, supply chain regulations and performance management frameworks.
  • Drive innovation, performance excellence and continuous improvement within the marketing function through the implementation of modern marketing methodologies, integrated planning systems and measurable performance indicators.
  • Lead, manage and empower multidisclplinary teams through effective peapie management, talent development, performance management, succession planning and the cultivation of a high-performance organisational culture.
  • Influence and support organisational change management initiatives through strategic communication, internal alignment and stakeholder mobilisation to ensure institutional cohesion and successful implementation of strategic programmes.
  • Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation and reporting on marketing performance, campaign impact, stakeholder sentiment, and return on investment to support evidence-based decision-making.
  • Promote ethical leadership, professionalism, accountability and Batho Pele principles in all marketing, branding and stakeholder engagement activities.

 

Core Requirements:

  • A Communications/ Marketing/ Public Administration degree or a relevant NQF level 7 qualification
  • 8 years' relevant management experience of which at least 4 years' must have been at middle management level in a Brand and Communications environment
  • Strategic leadership capability
  • Ability to demonstrate an understanding of critical relationships and roles of influences in the CoE
  • Advanced knowledge and understanding of governance and ethics
  • Sound understanding of the local government mandates and legislation
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Excellent report writing skills

 

 

Interested candidates whose background and experience match these challenging and exciting positions are invited to apply using an online application system attached to the advertisement on the website of the City of Ekurhuleni (www.ekurhuleni.gov.za).

 

Enquiries: Tel: Natasja Havenga (011) 999 6356.

 

Note: The successful candidate who does not have the MFMA minimum competency requirements will be required to obtain them within 18 months of appointment, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.

Appointments will be made on a permanent basis to comply with the Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Act, 3 of 2022 and will be subject to the signing of an employment contract, performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest. Candidates will be subjected to relevant competency assessment as well as security clearance / vetting processes.

Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the required qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license (if applicable) and current professional registration (if applicable), are not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.

Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.

 

Closing date: 2026/06/08

 

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES: HESR50000

Closing Date 2026-06-08

 Department Community Services Department (2024)

Location City of Ekurhuleni

Remuneration R R2 508 253 to R R2 757 853 - Total cost to company

Assignment Type Permanent

 

Job Purpose:

The key purpose for this position is to ensure that resources are used effectively, efficiently and economically through effective strategic planning, directing and alignment of financial management framework and operational delivery.

 

Key performance areas:

  • Translate organizational strategy into operational objectives whilst ensuring delivery of functional strategic sport creation, arts and culture delivery and health (primary health care and environmental health) and social development plans.
  • Effectively lead and management the Community Services.
  • Provide preventative and curative healthcare services in the City, e.g. primary health care, child and maternal healthcare as well as HIV/AIDS programme through effective management of the relevant teams while full accountability lies with the appointed HoD: Community Services.
  • Provide City social and developmental service throughout the City, including early childhood development and indigenous programmes.
  • Provide City and implement environmental health services and programmes City-wide.
  • Ensure the integrity and effective administration of SRAC Management delivery processes.
  • Establish and maintain strategic internal and external relationships inclusive of customers, services providers and relevant legislative agencies and structure.
  • Provide overall direction in terms of programme management and implementation.
  • Ensure integration of business processes and systems enabling sustainable service excellence
  • Ensure effective financial management, control and corporate governance throughout area of accountability.
  • Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing context, assigning tasks, setting performance standards and educating on process, quality and policy.
  • Ensure that strategy and operating model is adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit for purpose budget.
  • Provide, implement and promote arts, culture and heritage programmes tailored for the elite, developmental and mass communities in the city.
  • Provide library services, facilities and knowledge in the city
  • Effectively manage and lead the department.

 

Core Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management/ Social Science/Public Administration/Library Sciences or relevant equivalent NQF level 7 qualification
  • MBA/MBL will serve as an added advantage.
  • Registration with the Health Council of South African or any other relevant registration with any relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage.
  • At least 10 years management experience in a service delivery environment, of which at least 5 years must have been at Middle Management level.
  • Strong leadership, strategic planning and management skills
  • Extensive experience in stakeholder relation management
  • Advanced project and programme management skills
  • Proven strategic, visionary acumen and drive.
  • Business and financial acumen
  • Excellent people and communication skills

 

 

Interested candidates whose background and experience match these challenging and exciting positions are invited to apply using an online application system attached to the advertisement on the website of the City of Ekurhuleni (www.ekurhuleni.gov.za).

 

Enquiries: Tel: Natasja Havenga (011) 999 6356.

 

Note: The successful candidate who does not have the MFMA minimum competency requirements will be required to obtain them within 18 months of appointment, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.

Appointments will be made on a permanent basis to comply with the Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Act, 3 of 2022 and will be subject to the signing of an employment contract, performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest. Candidates will be subjected to relevant competency assessment as well as security clearance / vetting processes.

Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the required qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license (if applicable) and current professional registration (if applicable), are not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.

Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.

 

Closing date: 2026/06/08

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIVISIONAL HEAD: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT: EPMO50007

Closing Date 2026-06-08

Department Enterprise Programme Management Office (2024)

Location City of Ekurhuleni

Remuneration R 1598520 to R 1975356 - Total cost to company

Assignment Type Permanent

 

Job Purpose:

Develop, design, manage and oversee overall Facilities Management processes and practices, ensuring effective planning and implementation of maintenance of facilities within the City of Ekurhuleni.

 

Key performance areas:

  • Management of the Facilities Management Division, which includes, inter alia, building maintenance, garden services, soft and hard services, condition assessments, building safety and loss control, repairs and maintenance, cleaning, plumbing, waterproofing, project management, etc
  • Develop, plan implement and drive an overall facilities management and planning strategy
  • Ensure effective facilities and data management as per set standards, policies and procedures
  • Prepare and deliver detailed monthly, quarterly and annual reports as per set standards and requirements, legislation and regulations
  • Oversee and ensure mutually beneficial contract negotiations, relationships, management and administration of agreements
  • Ensure the effective design and integration of facilities management frameworks, tool and systems
  • Manage, monitor and implement the facilities management processes including cleaning, water and electricity services, routine maintenance, landscaping and office planning and layouts
  • Guide, monitor and report on relevant programmes or projects within area of accountability
  • Communicate a meaningful strategic context that guides and directs best practice, fostering an environment of continuous learning, improvement and cohesiveness
  • Monitor and ensure effective revenue management and financial control, corporate governance and compliance throughout area of accountability
  • Develop and deliver on Service Level Agreements made with internal and external stakeholders that meet or exceed client expectations
  • Drive an aligned client service excellence culture, which builds enduring rewarding relationships, proposes innovations and allows others to provide exceptional client service.
  • Establish and manage strategic internal and external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers and relevant legislative agencies and structures
  • People management and empowerment

 

Core Requirements:

  • Degree in Real Estate, Facilities Management, Engineering or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
  • A post Graduate qualification will be advantageous
  • 8 years’ relevant management experience, of which at least 4 years must have been at Middle Management level
  • As this is a technical position, a proven practical experience in Real Estate, Facilities Management or equivalent space is essential and not negotiable
  • Membership of a professional body is recommended but not essential
  • Strategic leadership skills
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation
  • Excellent financial management skills
  • Risk management competency
  • People management and empowerment skills

 

Enquiries: Tel: Natasja Havenga (011) 999 6356

 

Note: The successful candidate who does not have the MFMA minimum competency requirements will be required to obtain them within 18 months of appointment, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.

Appointments will be made on a permanent basis to comply with the Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Act, 3 of 2022 and will be subject to the signing of an employment contract, performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest. Candidates will be subjected to relevant competency assessment as well as security clearance / vetting processes.

Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the required qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license (if applicable) and current professional registration (if applicable), are not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.

Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.

Closing date: 2026/06/08

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIVISIONAL HEAD: GRANT MANAGEMENT: EPMO50003

Closing Date 2026-06-08

Department Enterprise Programme Management Office (2024)

Location City of Ekurhuleni

Remuneration R 1598520 to R 1975356 - Total cost to company

Assignment Type Permanent

 

Key performance areas:

  • Develop, plan, implement, and drive a finance and grants management division strategy in alignment with the CoE strategy to ensure an effective long, medium- and short-term grants and financial management programme that contributes to the development of sustainable projects
  • Develop, implement, and drive overall grants and financial management programme that adheres to the legislative and policy
  • managed within the policy and legislative context
  • Manage the development and implementation of operational plans to meet established annual objectives to ensure a professional business environment and legislative compliance of the grants and financial management division
  • Develop, drive, control, and manage a comprehensive supply chain management function within the Department to ensure the supply chain management functions of the Department are developed in line with best practice approaches in pursuance of a sustainable projects approach
  • Develop, Coordinate, Manage, and Drive the Financial Governance and Compliance processes, functions and systems for the Department
  • Develop, implement, and drive an overall Financial Governance and Compliance programme that adheres to the legislative and policy context
  • Manage the planning, use, control, and optimization of Departmental resources to ensure the achievement of established annual objectives to ensure Departmental resources are used optimally and that they contribute to the achievement of the Departmental objectives
  • Develop, drive, and control a comprehensive development capability for the Department ensuring progressive advanced administration and management function and output in the division and Department
  • Manage and drive the establishment and maintenance of strategic internal and external relationships ensuring the programmes and projects of the CoE grants and financial management division of the Department are developed in line with best practice approaches in pursuance of a sustainable human settlements approach
  • Manage the development and mentoring of a high-performance culture ensuring the development of a high-performance team that delivers timeously on objectives

 

Core Requirements:

  • B Sc in Mathematics and Physical Science , B Degree in Accounting or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
  • Any post-graduate degree will serve as an added advantage
  • 5 years relevant financial management experience of which at least 3 years must have been at middle management level
  • Strategic leadership skills
  • Knowledge management
  • Financial management skills

 

Enquiries: Tel: Natasja Havenga (011) 999 6356

 

Note: The successful candidate who does not have the MFMA minimum competency requirements will be required to obtain them within 18 months of appointment, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.

Appointments will be made on a permanent basis to comply with the Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Act, 3 of 2022 and will be subject to the signing of an employment contract, performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest. Candidates will be subjected to relevant competency assessment as well as security clearance / vetting processes.

Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the required qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license (if applicable) and current professional registration (if applicable), are not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.

Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.

Closing date: 2026/06/08

 

PLEASE APPLY HERE