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CITY OF EKURHULENI 
 
 

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (ERWM) - ERWM19000
Closing Date: 2024-05-02
Assignment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Division:
Department: Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng
Purpose:
 
Responsibilities
  • 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
 
Job Requirements
  • 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
 
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.
 
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.
 
Preferred:
Remuneration: R 2055005.0 to R 3147538.0 - Total Cost of Company per annum
Contact:
Telephone:
 
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GROUP CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER: FINANCE DEPARTMENT - FINA19000
Closing Date: 2024-05-02
Assignment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Division:
Department: Finance Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng
Purpose:
 
Responsibilities
  • Translate organisational strategy into operational and service delivery objectives, while ensuring delivery of functional strategic plans
  • Develop and implement a robust financial strategy of the Municipality and its entities to ensure its financial sustainability
  • Ensure that strategy and the operating model are adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit for purpose budget
  • Ensure that implemented business systems are financially viable and in support of strategy and structure
  • Ensure effective treasury, strategic and operations management
  • Ensure the provision of leading procurement and supply chain management practices
  • Ensure that statutory reporting, new regulatory and accounting developments are undertaken in accordance with required standards
  • Responsible for revenue management, debt collection, asset management, financial accounting, property evaluation, contract management and payroll administration functions
  • Integrate and maintain a financial system to ensure effective financial reporting
  • Provide an advisory and supportive service to the Council and relevant stakeholders with regard to relevant legislation and financial policy matters
  • Establish and maintain strategic internal and external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers and relevant legislative agencies and structures
  • Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing context, setting performance standards and educating on process, quality and policy
 
Job Requirements
  • B Degree in Accounting or Finance
  • A postgraduate qualification in Accounting will be an added advantage
  • Be a qualified, registered Chartered Accountant (CA) SA
  • 10 years’ strong management experience in which at least 5 years should have been at Senior Management level within the financial environment
  • Strong leadership and financial management experience
  • Extensive experience in implementing new accounting standards, for example GRAP and IFRS
  • Well-honed judgement, strong leadership and high levels of integrity and personal drive
  • Knowledge of relevant legislations
  • Tenacity and excellent problem-solving skills
  • Advanced project and programme management skills
  • Excellent people and communication skills
 
 
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.
 
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 to appoint and appoint literally
 
Preferred:
Remuneration: R 2055005.0 to R 3147538.0 - Total Cost of Company per annum
Contact:
Telephone:
 
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HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: HUMAN SETTLEMENT - HSET19000
Closing Date: 2024-05-02
Assignment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Division:
Department: Human Settlement Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng
Purpose:
 
Responsibilities
  • Facilitate the coordination of an integrated human settlement strategy in the City
  • Drive and manage the programming and rollout of a portfolio of diversified housing typologies in the Metro that contribute to balanced human settlements
  • Facilitate the integrated programmes to manage and mitigate urban informality within the City's settlements
  • Drive organisational governance and compliance processes and practices as determined by internal stakeholders, specialists, industry groups and legislative requirements
  • Ensure the integrity and efficient registration of subsidized housing
  • Ensure effective financial management / control and corporate governance throughout area of accountability
  • Drive innovative approaches for human settlement infrastructure development and maintenance, benchmarked with global best practices
  • Establish and maintain strategic internal and external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers and relevant legislative agencies and structures
  • Ensure that agreed service level agreements are met
  • Maintain client satisfaction
  • Provide mechanisms and support to implement major changes
  • Manage direct and indirect teams within policy parameters, providing context, setting performance standards, ensuring assessment and development
 
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Built Environment, Civil Engineering / Architecture; Quantity Surveyor or equivalent NQF level 7
  • MBA qualification will be an added advantage
  • Registration with a relevant professional body is required
  • 10 years' experience of which at least 5 years must have been at senior management level within the human settlement / construction
  • Strategic competency and leadership skills
  • Excellent knowledge and understanding of risks and compliance management methodologies
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Knowledge of various legislation applicable to field of work
  • Effective decision-making skills
  • High-level organisational, communication, financial, budgetary and stakeholder management skills
  • Performance management skills
  • Local government experience
 
 
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.
 
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 to appoint and appoint literally
 
Preferred:
Remuneration: R 2055005.0 to R 3147538.0 - Total Cost of Company per annum
Contact:
Telephone:
 
APPLY NOW!