CITY OF EKURHULENI VACANCIES

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: ROADS AND TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT - RSWD50000
Closing Date 2025-01-07
 Department Roads & Storm Water Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 2 219 302 - R2 809 244 to R 3 399 194 - Total cost to company
Assignment Type Fixed Term Contract
 
Key performance areas:

• The key purpose of this position is to provide integrated transport infrastructure, public transport system, Roads and stormwater services as well as centralised fleet management and provide strategic direction on general policy regarding public transport operations, workshop and vehicle management and IRPTN management.
• Establish and drive an integrated, sustainable and holistic transport and fleet management system that meets transport demands.
• Translate organisational strategy into operational objectives and service delivery objectives, whilst ensuring delivery of strategic transport and fleet management plans.
• Maintain strategic relationships for the purposes of expectation management, knowledge sharing and integration.
• Drive the design and implementation of the integrated Rapid Public Transport Network.
• Provide centralized end-to-end management of fleet in respect of acquisition, maintenance and disposal value chain to maximize vehicle utilization.
• Drive organizational governance and compliance processes and practices as determined by internal stakeholders, specialists, industry groups and legislative requirements.
• Oversee and facilitate the development, alignment and implementation of effective transport and fleet management delivery programmes across the organization.
• Render advice and report on BBC, public transport and fleet management, enabling scrutiny and departmental accountability.
• Ensure that strategy and the operating model is adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit for purpose budget.
• Facilitate key developments whilst providing specialist relevant coaching to key stakeholders, leaders and executives.
• Prepare and deliver detailed monthly, quarterly and annual reports as per set standards and requirements, legislation and regulations.
• Ensure the integrity and effective administration of roads and stormwater delivery processes.
• Drive and ensure rehabilitation, replacement and upgrading of infrastructure and necessary logistics, including rail sidings.
• Ensure the implementation of the comprehensive integrated transport plan from a roads and stormwater perspective.
• Drive innovative approaches to roads and stormwater infrastructure development and maintenance, benchmarked with global best practices.
• Find creative approaches to promoting job creation and enterprise creation in the development and maintenance of roads and stormwater infrastructure.

 
Core Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering / engineering/ construction management or equivalent NQF 7 qualification
• A Masters / Higher Degree qualification (Civil Engineering) will be added advantage
• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Professional Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
• 10 years' management experience of which at least 5 years must have been at senior management level
• Extensive strategic leadership experience and competency
• Financial management qualifications and experience as per the Local Government Municipal Management Act
• Ability to utilize tools and techniques to re-engineer / re-design business processes / systems
• Proven strategic, visionary acumen and drive
• Advanced project and programme management skills
• Business and financial acumen Excellent problem-solving skills
• 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 NQF Level 5 Finance Management qualification will be required to obtain it within 18 months, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.
Appointments will be made on a 5 (five) year fixed term 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.
(To comply with the local Government: Municipal System Amendment Act, 3 of 2022, only once approved by the Council)
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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES - HESR50000
Closing Date 2025-01-07
Department Health & Social Development Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 2 219 302 - R2 809 244 to R 3 399 194 - Total cost to company
Assignment Type Fixed Term Contract
 
Key performance areas:

• 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.
• Translate organizational strategy into operational objectives whilst ensuring delivery of functional strategic sport creation, arts and culture delivery and health and social development plans.
• Effectively lead and management the Community Services.
• Provide preventative and curative healthcare services in the City, e.g. primary healthcare, child and maternal healthcare as well as HIV/AIDS programmes.
• Provide City social and development services throughout the City, including early childhood development and indigenous programmes.
• Provide City and implement environment 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 Community Services Department.

 
Core Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Management or Social Science or Health Sciences or an equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
• MBA/MBL will serve as an added advantage.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South African is preferred or professional body for librarians (Library & Information Association of South Africa (LIASA)
• 10+ years’ management experience in a service delivery environment, of which at least 5 years should have been at Senior Management level
• Strong management and understanding of healthcare management and clinical services
• 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
• Knowledge of and ability to understand, interpret and implement legislation to the field of work

 
 
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 NQF Level 5 Finance Management qualification will be required to obtain it within 18 months, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.
Appointments will be made on a 5 (five) year fixed term 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.
(To comply with the local Government: Municipal System Amendment Act, 3 of 2022, only once approved by the Council)
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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 

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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: COMMUNICATIONS, MARKETING AND TOURISM - CMTD50000
Closing Date 2025-01-07
Department Communications & Brand Management Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 2 219 302 - R2 809 244 to R 3 399 194 - Total cost to company
Assignment Type Fixed Term Contract
 
Key performance areas:

• To drive the overall optimisation of the Communications, Marketing & Tourism value chain through effective strategic planning, directing and alignment of functional management frameworks and operational delivery.
• Develop and manage a communication and brand management framework that establishes and aligns the service delivery value chain and organisational needs with brand architecture, communication strategy and the City's vision
• Develop, plan, implement and drive a Communication and Branding Management strategy in response to the overall strategy
• Render effective direction in terms of the development, implementation and governance of media strategies across the organisation
• Initiate and guide the management of consumer marketing research quantitative analysis, ensuring sustainability and growth
• Ensure effective marketing and communication integration and governance through correct brand positioning, selection and management of service providers
• Ensure effective financial management, control and corporate governance throughout area of accountability
• Drive an aligned client service excellence culture which builds enduring rewarding relationships, proposes innovations and allows others to provide exceptional client service
• Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing context, setting performance standards and educating on process, quality and policy

 
Core Requirements:

• Postgraduate Degree in Marketing or Communications or Digital Business or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
• 10+ years’ management experience in a service delivery environment, of which at least 5 years should have been at Senior Management level
• Leadership capability with a proven track record in a complex service delivery operational environment
• Highly creative/innovative thinker
• Analytical and tactical thinker
• Excellent writing skills (press releases, annual reports)
• Knowledge of the basic tenets of marketing and communication
• The ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines

 
 
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 NQF Level 5 Finance Management qualification will be required to obtain it within 18 months, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.
Appointments will be made on a 5 (five) year fixed term 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.
(To comply with the local Government: Municipal System Amendment Act, 3 of 2022, only once approved by the Council)
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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE
 
 
 
 
 
 

​HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (ERWM) - ERWM19000
Closing Date 2025-01-07
Department Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 2 219 302 - R2 809 244 to R 3 399 194 - Total cost to company
Assignment Type Fixed Term Contract
 
Key performance areas:

• To drive the overall optimisation of the Environmental Resources & Waste Management value chain, through effective strategic planning, directing and alignment of functional management frameworks and operational delivery.
• Translate Organizational Strategy into operational objectives, whilst ensuring delivery of functional strategic plans.
• Developing and aligning the department operating model and value chain in relation to the organizational mandate in partnership with stakeholders.
• Establishing and manning strategic internal & external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers & relevant legislative agencies & structures.
• Directing development, ensure implementation and governance of By-Law compliance throughout the organization.
• Develop and implement an integrated Waste Management strategy and business plan for Ekurhuleni, with ongoing innovation as necessary
• Ensure strategic Human Resources decisions are dealt with effectively as it relates to operational efficiency
• Ensure that strategy and the operating model is adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit-for-purpose budget
• Ensure effective financial management, control, and corporate governance throughout area of accountability

 
Core Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree in Business Management or BSc Civil Engineering or Environmental Management or a relevant NQF level 7 qualification
• MBA/MBL will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 10 years in a leadership capacity in an organisation of similar scale and complexity of which 5 years was in the Senior Management level
• Well-honed judgement, strong leadership and high levels of integrity and personal drive
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Tenacity and excellent problem-solving skills
• Advanced project and programme management skills
• 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 NQF Level 5 Finance Management qualification will be required to obtain it within 18 months, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.
Appointments will be made on a 5 (five) year fixed term 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.
(To comply with the local Government: Municipal System Amendment Act, 3 of 2022, only once approved by the Council)
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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE

MANAGER: WALK-IN CENTRE - SDCD19325
Closing Date 2025-01-03
Department Service Delivery Coordination Department (2019)
Location City of Ekurhuleni
Remuneration R 818,387 to R 1,100,378 - Total cost to company
Assignment Type Fixed Term Contract
 
Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant accredited Business Degree
• 3 - 5 years' experience at management level in a similar environment within local government
• Municipal Finance Management Programme NQF Level 5 would be an added advantage
• Operational Planning and reporting skills
• Knowledge of information management skills
• Service delivery innovation

 
Core Responsibilities:

• Implement strategic capability and leadership to manage a functional unit within a division that is accountable for the delivery of set objectives within specified time frames and costs
• Manage and implement operational processes to demonstrate and drive the application of policy, laws, regulations, initiatives and relevant industry practices to plan, make recommendations and apply changes appropriate to improving services delivery and monitor its effectiveness
• Maintain governance and minimize risk to ensure that no incidents on non-compliance result and risks are appropriately mitigated
• Manage and implement financial processes to ensure the effective use of finances and curtail costs in the Department
• Practice a customer service orientation to ensure effective operations management and service delivery within the division, ensuring compliance with the Batho Pele principles
• Practice people management to lead and manage teams within the context of defined processes, meeting performance parameters and clarify roles to achieve operational goals
• Facilitate and coordinate internal and external stakeholder management programmes
• Implement an aligned excellence culture, which builds enduring, rewarding relationships, proposes innovations and allows others to provide exceptional customer service.

 
 
Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
 
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance contract as per Council resolution.
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.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE