CITY OF JOHANNESBURG VACANCIES

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VACANCY CIRCULAR 063/2023 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 05 SEPTEMBER 2023
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
SECRETARY (SPORTS & RECREATION) 
 
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. 
 
 
 
SECRETARY (SPORTS AND RECREATION) 
DEPARTMENT: Community Development 
BRANCH: Sports & Recreation 
DESIGNATION: Secretary 
REMUNERATION: R17 314,75 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: Sport & Recreation Head Office 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus a Diploma (NQF level 5) in Secretarial; 
• 6 – 12 months relevant experience; 
• Language proficiency (reading and writing) in English; 
• Knowledge of Information management. 
 
Primary Function:
To ensure an effective and efficient secretarial service is rendered in the office of the Manager: Sports and Recreation, thereby enhancing service delivery in the Region.
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Provide an efficient telephone for the Regional office; 
• Maintain an efficient record-keeping and retrieval system; 
• Perform secretarial and administrative duties; 
• Communicate required information to management, staff, and the Public; 
• Keep recreation facility/activity programme updated; 
• Receive and Make functions/hall bookings; 
• Assist the Manager/Office with programme implementation. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); 
• Literacy and Numeracy; 
• 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: 
• Decision making; 
• Attention to detail; 
• 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/1j6JkoXiDQU6zaV94_NUUpgew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Thato Sepuru 
Tel No: 011 407 7198 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 05 SEPTEMBER 2023 
 
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 063/2023 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 05 SEPTEMBER 2023 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
 
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. 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS 
DEPARTMENT: Transport
BRANCH: SSMA: Service Promotions 
DESIGNATION: Deputy Director: Marketing & Communications 
REMUNERATION: R57 490,39 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: 75 Helen Joseph. Old Mutual Building 6th floor 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12 plus a B Com Degree in Marketing or Communications at NQF level 7; 
• 7 – 9 years relevant experience in a marketing/communications environment of which 4 years in middle management; 
• Good computer-related experience; 
• Ability to manage the team efficiently and effectively; 
• Content development, creative designing, innovative and strategic thinking; 
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines. 
 
Primary Function:
Strategically plan, manage, and coordinate marketing and communication campaigns to promote Transport Department and Rea Vaya. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Marketing and Communication to inform citizenry on public transport of the City and create awareness on public transport safety, operations and fares; 
• Stakeholder relations to create excellence in stakeholder management and relations; 
• Media relations to create excellence in media management and relations; 
• Brand management to create brand awareness of transport and Rea Vaya corporate identity; 
• Social media communication to resolve customer complaints. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Ability to think innovatively and solution focused; 
• Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint); 
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills in English and must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders; 
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities; 
• Financial and management skills; 
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy and excellent planning, coordinating and time management skills. 
 
Core Competencies: 
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of media relations; 
• Management of media during crisis situations; 
• In-depth knowledge and application of MFMA and other national regulations; 
• Risk management and compliance; 
• Procurement and Supply Chain Management policy and process; 
• Budgeting and Contract Management; 
• Knowledge of organizational role of communication and marketing; 
• Branding management and marketing trends; 
• Stakeholder management; 
• Social Media communication; 
• Strategy development and implementation; 
• Research techniques and methodology; 
• Promotion of Access to Information Act; 
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA); 
• Labour Relations Act (LRA) 
• 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/17K73ECaUR8S0jd-JQvRmlQew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Karabo Khumalo 
Tel No: 011 022 8656 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 05 SEPTEMBER 2023
 
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.

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VACANCY CIRCULAR 063/2023 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 05 SEPTEMBER 2023
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: WORKFORCE PLANNING AND RESEARCH 
 
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. 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: WORKFORCE PLANNING AND RESEARCH 
DEPARTMENT: Group Corporate & Shared Services 
BRANCH: Group Human Capital Management 
DESIGNATION: Deputy Director: Workforce Planning and Research 
REMUNERATION: R57 490,39 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
LOCATION: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12 plus a Degree in Human Resource Management / Organisational Development / management Services / Industrial Engineering / Operations Management at an NQF level 7 with extensive experience in HR Information and Staff establishment; 
• Minimum Code 8 driver’s licence; 
• 6 - 8 years’ relevant exposure and experience in the Workforce Planning Data Analytics discipline specializing in HR Information and Research. 
 
Primary Function:
Lead and manage the provision of strategic, tactical and operational Workforce Planning and Research and other Organisational Development interventions aimed at enabling departments and municipal entities to become more effective and efficient in delivering on their core mandate. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Facilitate and coordinate development, implementation and maintenance of HR plan and HR Implementation Reports; 
• Facilitate the development of effective and efficient Section organisational structures and optimal utilization of the Section resources for the accomplishment of Directorate’s objectives; 
• Lead the recruitment, selection and placement process for sourcing of suitably qualified staff for the Section; 
• Provide sound leadership to the Section; 
• Lead and manage the implementation of Workforce Planning at Cluster and Department level; 
• Lead and manage the delivery of Organisational Design Programmes within the Cluster/Department/ME; 
• Direct Human Resource Planning; 
• Ensure effective control of Financial Resources of the Directorate; 
• Ensure effective control of the Section’s Human Resources; 
• Ensure effective implementation of OD Programmes and Projects; 
• Manage specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the Section and individual performance. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• People management and supervisory skills; 
• Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, especially 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, integration, coordinating and time management skills. 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Knowledge of Policy development and implementation; 
• Sound research and analytical ability; 
• Knowledge of Local/Public Sector Government environment; 
• In-depth knowledge, exposure and professional practice in Workforce Planning, Research and Statistical Analysis; 
• Knowledge of City Strategy (IDP), prescribed methodologies, legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks; 
• In-depth understanding of strategy and policies in relation to organizational effectiveness and resource planning and how they can be practically applied; 
• Knowledge of other business process feeding into and those dependent on the OD processes; 
• Understanding of various systems used within the City such as SAP, data management systems, electronic document management systems, Outlook, etc.; 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organization, administration, and personnel management; 
• 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/1NwCz6j3uQWWX96kWA8lg2wew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Regina Hartley 
Tel No: 011 407 7191 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 05 SEPTEMBER 2023 
 
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.