CITY OF JOHANNESBURG VACANCIES

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VACANCY CIRCULAR 134/2025 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
 Closing Date: Tuesday,11 November 2025
 
WE HAVE EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITIONS: 

• PROJECT OFFICER: REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 
• PROGRAMME COORDINATOR: FOOD SECURITY/ACCESS TO FOOD 

 
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. 

 
 
PROJECT OFFICER: REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 
DEPARTMENT: Social Development 
BRANCH: Management Support unit 
DESIGNATION: Project Officer: Repairs and Maintenance 
REMUNERATION: R28 315.59 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: Central 
 
Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus a Diploma (NQF level 6) in a Built Environment discipline (Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building) and Project Management Certificate or Degree in Administration/Management; 
• 1 – 3 years relevant experience and the understanding of local government policies and procedures will be an added advantage; 
• Understanding of local Government policies and procedures will be an added advantage. 

 
Primary Function:
Implement the project plan in line with the approved business case and manage the implementation of projects in order to ensure that goals and objectives of the projects are accomplished within specified timeframes and within budget by utilising allocated resources effectively in order to achieve agreed performance levels.
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Ensure that appropriate business plans and procedures are developed and communicated to the relevant stakeholders and implemented so that strategic imperatives of the Facilities Management Unit are met; 
• Maintain professionalism and work ethics in the execution of responsibilities. 

 
Leading Competencies: 

• Computer literacy (MS Office, Outlook and Internet); 
• Good command in English; 
• Ability to understand the broader business issues; 
• Strong analytical and an eye for detail; 
• Problem solving skills; 
• Collaborative/Teamwork & Accountability. 

 
Core Competencies: 

• CoJ policies and prescripts would be an advantage as well as Laws and Acts governing the Municipality; 
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Health Values + CoJ Values; 
• Integrity and Professionalism. 

 
“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.” 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1AmC_hQIrQFmWMucxa8AB3Aew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Mathapelo Nare 
Tel No: 011 407 6704 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2025 
 
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. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
PROGRAMME COORDINATOR: FOOD SECURITY/ACCESS TO FOOD 
DEPARTMENT: Social Development 
BRANCH: Food Resilience 
DESIGNATION: Programme Coordinator: Food Security/Access to Food 
REMUNERATION: R28 315.59 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: 118 Jorissen Street, Traduna Building, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus an appropriate completed Diploma in Agriculture Studies, Environmental or equivalent related qualification from an accredited institution at NQF level 6; 
• 2 - 3 years’ experience in agriculture development or food security programmes; 
• Must have a valid driver’s license. 

 
Primary Function: 
Ensure that the urban agriculture program covers many areas in agricultural production systems, therefore theoretical agricultural background is necessary for the incumbent to have a clear understanding of different agricultural production systems. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Manage and implement access to food programs; 
• Ensure the profiling/assessment of identified households; 
• Provide any other administrative support to Agri-resource centers and other Food Resilience offices; 
• Compile monthly progress reports; 
• Forge stakeholder partnerships, create opportunities and leverage support internally and externally. 

 
Leading Competencies: 

• Community mobilisation; 
• Good Communication (verbal and written) and Conflict management skills; 
• Report writing and record keeping; 
• Coordinating skills; 
• Project management, research knowledge and skills; 
• Monitoring and evaluation skills; 
• Computer literacy including MS Office Applications; 
• Time Management, working independently, under pressure, and the ability to prioritise. 
• Ability to effectively work with the public, farmers and leaders in the community. 

 
Core Competencies: 

• Knowledge of food security, social food needs and project management; 
• Knowledge of deprived ward maps; 
• Knowledge of agricultural markets and market research skills; 

 
“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.” 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1wwUR3ByRQGqmAoGi9YWE_gew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Mathapelo Nare 
Tel No: 011 407 6704 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY,11 NOVEMBER 2025 
 
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. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

​VACANCY CIRCULAR 134/2025 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION: 

• ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICES 

 
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. 

 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TECHNICAL ADVISORY SERVICES 
DEPARTMENT: Group Finance 
BRANCH: Group Accounting 
DESIGNATION: Assistant Director: Technical Advisory Services 
REMUNERATION: R55 679.29 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: 66 Jorissen Place, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus BCompt/BCom (Accounting Science) degree with completed articles plus 3 - 4 years post articles; 
• 6 - 8 years’ experience in the compilation, analysis and interpretation of financial statements And or relevant experience in accounting and financial reporting in either public or private sector; 
• 2 – 3 years /managerial experience in the compilation and BCompt (Honours), or BCom Honours degree in Accounting Science, CA (SA), AGA (SA) ACCA, CIMA, professional Accounting / finance qualification will be preferred; 
• Experience in Financial reporting software/system; 
• Must have a valid driver’s license. 

 
Primary Function:
Provide technical advisory services and oversight to the municipality and municipal entities on accounting and financial reporting matters including analysis of the City’s consolidated financial information that promote compliance with the provisions of MFMA and related norms and standards. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Technical Advisory services; 
• Management functions policies and procedures such as year-end and interim consolidated reporting processes; 
• Ensure that consolidated annual financial statements are produced and reported; 
• Ensure that monthly management accounts are produced and reported; 
• Ensure that all inter/intra company transaction and balances are confirmed on a monthly basis; 
• Management of the years end audit process; 
• Administration management; 
• Liaise with other internal departments and entities within COJ other tiers of government regulating bodies and external consultants; 
• Control, consolidate, analyses and submit various reliable reports; 
• Manage all aspects of finance in the control of the Legal Sub Directorate, including but not limited to, revenue, expenditure, assets and liabilities, in accordance with the legislative framework as well as the with the City’s polices procedures; 
• Comply with all relevant legislative framework including the City’s code of Ethics manage and mitigate risk effectively. 

 
Leading Competencies: 

• Computer literacy on SAP (Finance); 
• MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); 
• Report writing skills; 
• Communication (verbal and written), presentation, interpersonal and management skills; 
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial information; 
• Accountability;
• High level of confidentiality and organisational skills; 
• Time Management, working independently, under pressure, and the ability to prioritise. 

 
Core Competencies: 

• Understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Generally Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP); 
• Understanding of Municipal Finance Management Act and other National Treasury regulations; 
• Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused; 
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism; 
• Impact and Influence according to City’s protocols, legislation, and standards. 

 
“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.” 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1bD6gNU4rQQiqgoAI_LIpzQew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Onkarabile Montsho 
Tel No: 011 021 2545 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2025 
 
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.

​VACANCY CIRCULAR 134/2025 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2025 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION: 

• DATA CENTRE SPECIALIST 

 
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. 

 
 
 
DATA CENTRE SPECIALIST 
DEPARTMENT: Group Information Communication Technology & 
Information Management (GICT&IM) 
BRANCH: Data Protection and Data Centre Facilities 
DESIGNATION: Data Centre Specialist 
REMUNERATION: R35 045.67 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: 27 Stiemens Street, JD House, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12 plus National Diploma NQF 6 in IT (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, etc.) related field or equivalent; 
• 3 - 5 years’ experience managing mission-critical data centres at local government level, or at Data Centre facility providers (co-location facilities); 
• Data Centre best practices related to people, processes, tools, data, and technology; 
• Infrastructure and storage best practices and technologies; 
• Understands cyber-security best practices and technologies; 
• Strong understanding of Data Centre and Server Management concepts; 
• Data Centre and server management Standard Operating Process Design and Architecture;
• Data Centre and server management support Process Metrics; 
• Quantitative and service level management; 
• Ability to deliver results per plan and manage variance. 
• Municipal domain knowledge; 
• Knowledge of Data Centre technologies and best practices; 
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and IAAS best practices. 

 
Primary Function:
Responsible for the activities in the areas of operations and delivery of production, data control, operations, and operations support for the Data Centre Environments of the City. Develop and implement Data Centre and Server management-related standards, procedures, and processes for GICT&IM. Plan and manage the support of new technologies, data centre performance and reliability. Responsible for the overall enterprise-wide effectiveness and efficiency of Data Centre technology and related systems and server management-related solutions in ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction are maintained. Lead the refresh, and migration to new technologies, evaluate processing performance relating to machine utilization and reliability, and forecast capacity, physical and resource needs of the Data Centre and server management requirements to meet established objectives. Operate, support and coordinate Data Centre and server management-related operations, business continuance and restoration plan that isolate problems and implement pre-planned alternative routes or systems to restore service. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Manage troubleshooting and maintenance support services to the data Centre within the City of Johannesburg and Collaboration environment; 
• Manage service levels within the City of Johannesburg Data Centre environment; 
• Manage compliance within the City of Johannesburg Data Centre environment; 
• Manage IT services within the City of Johannesburg Data Centre environment; 
• Data Centre Operations Management; 
• Migration towards and maintain the service-oriented IT IAAS delivery model. 

 
Leading Competencies: 

• Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint); 
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders; 
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy and excellent planning, organising, coordinating and time management skills. 

 
Core Competencies: 

• Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused; 
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism; 
• Impact and Influence according to City’s protocols, legislation, and standards. 

 
“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.” 
 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1rxRVvQKCT9y_Ir67e-30swew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Mark Sandersson 
Tel No: 011 407 6698 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER 2025 
 
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, 
• Employment record verification, 
• Criminal check, and 
• Identity validation.