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CITY OF JOHANNESBURG
 
Group Corporate & Shared Services: Group Human Capital Management
6th Floor, B Block Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
PO Box 1049  Johannesburg, South Africa, 2000
Tel +27(0) 11 407 6111 - Fax +27(0) 11 339 1878
www.joburg.org.za
 

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VACANCY CIRCULAR 074/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Applicants 
 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 22 AUGUST 2024
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
CHIEF OF POLICE 
 
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 
• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). 
Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process. 
• You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy. 
• Applicants with membership to professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date. 
• If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required. 
• Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions. 
 
DISCLAIMER
• The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website. 
• The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal opportunity employer. 
• By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. 
• However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgement of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment. 
• The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website. 
• The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
• Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or cv will automatically disqualify your application. 
 
 
CHIEF OF POLICE 
Department: Public Safety 
Branch: Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) 
Designation: Chief of Police 
Remuneration: R95 772.64 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
Location: Martindale
 
Minimum Requirements: 
  • Matric/Grade 12; 
  • Bachelor’s degree or BTech in Policing (NQF level 7); 
  • Registration with a relevant professional body will be an added advantage; 
  • Basic police training qualification; 
  • At least 10 years extensive experience and subject matter expertise in the policing and supervisory environment of which five (5) years must be at middle management in a metro or medium-sized municipality or similar public sector environment; 
  • Firearm proficiency; 
  • Proven experience at senior management level in the public safety environment. 
  • Good knowledge and interpretation of policy and legislation; 
  • Good knowledge of performance management system; 
  • Good governance; 
  • Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations; 
  • Code B driver’s license; and 
  • No criminal record (excl. political in the previous dispensation); 
 
Primary Function: 
To provide strategic leadership on all aspects of integrated public safety; to ensure efficient and effective implementation/performance of the core functions prescribed in section 64C of the South African Police Service Act as: traffic policing, by-law enforcement and traffic management. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Lead the provision of Policing, traffic management, By-law Enforcement and crime prevention services; 
  • Lead the provision of the City’s Assets, Property and Human Resource to ensure Security Services; 
  • Lead the provision of Driver Licensing and Testing Services; 
  • Lead and manage the Branch in terms of section 64C (2) (a-h); 
  • Financial and Human Resources management; 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Good verbal communication (including presentation and public speaking) skills; 
• Good written communication (Report writing, PowerPoint presentation, etc.) 
• Tact, diplomacy and a positive attitude in all internal and external communications,  whether verbal or non-verbal and other interactions with the public or other City officials; 
• Meticulous attention to detail; 
• Flexible and practical approach to work; 
• Discretion and diplomacy; 
• Management, planning and organising; 
• Good written and verbal communication (Report writing, PowerPoint presentation and public speaking; 
• Principles and practices of project management. 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • Knowledge of legislation governing local government and the other spheres in relation to Crime Prevention, Traffic Management, Security Laws and its management, By-Law Enforcement, the SAPS Act and other relevant legislation, including Labour legislation; 
  • Knowledge of principles and practices of Good Governance, administration and personnel management; 
  • Sound knowledge of the relevant legislation that governs employment practices and principles of human resource administration; 
  • In-depth understanding of Government strategic thinking and policies and how they can practically be applied; 
  • Sound knowledge of modern policies and practices of public personnel administration, including procedures, ordinances and resolutions; 
  • Thorough knowledge of employee classification, compensation and benefits, recruitment, selection, and training; 
  • Knowledge of and analysis of the impact of labour market conditions and socio-economic issues; 
  • Understand and interpret policies and procedures and explain them to others; 
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, city officials, labour unions and the public; 
  • Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration; 
  • Ability to plan activities, goals, and objectives of staff members and the Directorate and monitor compliance to same as dictated by Group Policy. 
 
“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.” 
This is a re-advertisement, candidates that previously applied should re-apply. 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1kFUnKYvhRuSQCVMyaKRqOwew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Pelisa Sindelo 
Tel No: 011 407 6560 
CLOSING DATE: THURSDAY, 22 AUGUST 2024 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
  • Credit Record, 
  • CV validation and 
  • Employment record verification, 
  • Criminal check, and 
  • Identity validation. 
 
 
 
 
 





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VACANCY CIRCULAR 072/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 26 AUGUST 2024 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 
 
Appointment in this position will be subject to the signing of an employment contract and performance agreement, as well as disclosure of financial interests. 
 
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 
• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). 
• Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process. 
• You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy. 
• Applicants with membership to professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date. 
• If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required. 
• Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.
 
DISCLAIMER
• The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website. 
• The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal-opportunity employer. 
• By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. 
• However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgment of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment. 
• The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss, or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website.
• The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
• Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application. 
 
 
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 
Department: Office of the City Manager 
Branch: Economic Development 
Designation: Executive Director: Economic Development 
Remuneration: R 2 148 405 pa (all-inclusive, cost to company) 
Location: Metro Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum requirements: 
  • Matric/Grade 12; 
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management / Administration / Economics or related field at NQF level 7; 
  • A minimum of 10 years’ overall working experience; 
  • 5 years’ senior management experience and 3 years at middle management; 
  • Sector-specific experience in Economic Development which may include leading diverse teams in transformation of an emerging economy will be an added advantage; 
  • Comprehensive understanding of local government; 
  • Knowledge of the City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed methodologies, legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks; 
  • In-depth knowledge of the regulatory environment and the public sector generally including the democratic, political and organizational framework; 
  • The incumbent should meet the standards set out in the Core Competency Requirements as per Regulations; 
  • Good knowledge and interpretation of policy and legislation; 
  • Good knowledge of performance management system; 
  • Good knowledge of the MFMA and MFMA Regulations, (Act No.56 of 2003); and 
  • Valid driver’s license 
 
Primary Function: 
Implement the City’s vision and long-term economic growth strategy to facilitate economic growth by collaborating with City Departments, Municipal Entities, other spheres of government, private sector and all other affected stakeholders whilst capitalizing on the City’s own economic levers. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Market and promote and facilitate trade and investment within the City; 
  • Approve all enterprise development strategic frameworks and develop high-level implementation plans; 
  • Analyse inherent comparative advantages in a particular locality relative to strategic sectors and value chains; 
  • Advise the City on emerging and long-term economic trends affecting economic development, sustainable human development, and their policy and programme implications; 
  • Lead preparation of impact assessment, feasibility studies, due diligence, and associated management plans; and 
  • Provide strategic leadership to the department and contribute towards the overall management of the organisation. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
  • Strategic Planning and Strategy Formulation - Ability to understand the process of strategic planning and contribute effectively to IDP formulation. 
  • Strategic Direction and Leadership - Provide and direct a vision for the institution, and inspire and deploy others to deliver on the strategic institutional mandate. 
  • People Management - Effectively manage, inspire, and encourage people, respect diversity, optimise talent and build and nurture relationships in order to achieve institutional objectives. 
  • Financial Management - Ability to compile, plan and manage budgets, control cash flow, institute financial risk management and administer procurement processes in accordance with recognised financial practices. Further to ensure that all financial transactions are managed in an ethical manner. 
  • Program and Project Management - Ability to understand program and project management methodology; plan, manage, monitor, and evaluate specific activities in order to deliver on set objectives. 
  • Change Leadership - Ability to direct and initiate institutional transformation on all levels in order to successfully drive and implement new initiatives and deliver professional and quality services to the community. 
  • Governance Leadership - Ability to promote, direct, and apply professionalism in managing risk and compliance requirements and apply a thorough understanding of governance practices and obligations. Further, able to direct the conceptualisation of relevant policies and enhance cooperative governance relationships. 
  • Moral Competence - Ability to identify moral triggers, apply reasoning that promotes honesty and integrity and consistently display behavior that reflects the principles of good governance. 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • Moral competence; 
  • Planning and organising; 
  • Analysis and innovation; 
  • Knowledge and information management; 
  • Communication;
  • Results and quality focus; 
  • Minimum competency requirements for Senior Managers. 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/16bR4OAcZTYilStmjKepLZwew554  
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Pelisa Matsepe 
Tel No: 011 407 6560 
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 26 AUGUST 2024
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Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment / response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of recruitment and selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
  • Credit Record, 
  • CV validation, 
  • Employment record verification, 
  • Criminal check, 
  • Identity validation.








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RE-ADVERTISEMENT CIRCULAR 072/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Applicants 
 
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 26 AUGUST 2024 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC SAFETY 
Appointment in this position will be subject to the signing of an employment contract and performance agreement, as well as disclosure of financial interests. 
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 
• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). 
• Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process. 
• You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to the vacancy. 
• Applicants with membership to professional bodies need to provide a membership number and expiry date. 
• If you are an internal applicant, your employee number will be required. 
• Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions.
 
DISCLAIMER
  • The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website. 
  • The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal opportunity employer. 
  • By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. 
  • However, registering your CV and/or receipt and acknowledgement of any kind shall not be an indication that your application will be successful and/or lead to employment. 
  • Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or cv will automatically disqualify your application. 
  • The City of Johannesburg shall not be liable for any damage, loss or liability of whatsoever nature arising from your use of the job opportunity section of this website. 
  • The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
 
 
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: PUBLIC SAFETY 
Department: Office of the City Manager 
Branch: Public Safety 
Designation: Head of Department: Public Safety 
Remuneration: R 2 148 405 pa (all-inclusive, cost to company) 
Location: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum requirements: 
  • Matric/Grade 12; 
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice / Police Science / Fire Science / Disaster Management / Law Enforcement / Business Administration / Public Administration / equivalent degree in Public Safety Administration discipline or related field (NQF level 7); 
  • 10 years’ extensive experience and subject matter expertise in the safety and security environment of which 5 years should be at a senior managerial level in a safety and security management, law enforcement, and/or military with an emphasis in Safety and Security environment; 
  • Working knowledge of police, fire, and EMS operations Disaster management operational experience in a municipal emergency communications centre; 
  • Good knowledge and interpretation of policy and legislation; 
  • Good knowledge of performance management system; 
  • Good governance; 
  • Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations; 
  • Code B Driver’s license; 
  • No criminal record; 
 
Primary Function 
To provide strategic leadership on all aspects of integrated public safety that ensure efficient and effective implementation/performance of the core functions as prescribed in all the regulations and prescripts governing public safety. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Lead the provision of strategic leadership and support on Policing, traffic management, By-law Enforcement and crime prevention services; 
  • Lead the provision of strategic leadership, direction and supporting for effective emergency, fire, rescue services, disaster management and public information education and relations and by-law enforcement services within and beyond the borders of the City; 
  • Lead the provision of strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of disaster management and mitigation Services; 
  • Lead the provision of strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of Driver Licensing and Testing Services; 
  • Lead the provision of strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of the City’s Assets, Property and Human Resource Security Services; 
  • Lead the provision of strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of by IIOC Services; 
  • Lead and manage the Branch in terms of section 64C (2) (a-h) by: 
 
Leading competencies: 
  • Excellent written and verbal communications; 
  • Report writing, 
  • PowerPoint presentation; 
  • Facilitation and influencing; 
  • Good listening and communications Coordinating; 
  • Problem solving Customer Care; 
  • Critical thinking; 
  • Good management. 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Strategic Planning and Strategy Formulation; 
• Strategic Direction and Leadership; 
• People Management; 
• Financial Management; 
• Change Leadership; 
• Governance Leadership; 
• Moral Competence. 
 
“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.” 
This is a re-advertisement, candidates who previously applied are encouraged to apply. 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1-MordrViRxaCHWapWf6BJQew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Pelisa Matsepe 
Tel No: 011 407 6560 
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 26 AUGUST 2024 
 
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: 
  • Credit Record, 
  • CV validation and 
  • Employment record verification, 
  • Criminal check, and 
  • Identity validation