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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
 


​VACANCY CIRCULAR 026/2026 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Monday, 09 March 2026 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR:
PERMANENT POSITION: 
  • DEPUTY DIRECTOR: COUNCIL & COMMITTEES 
 
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. 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: COUNCIL & COMMITTEES
Department: Legislature
Branch: Legislature & Oversight 
Designation: Deputy Director: Council & Committees 
Remuneration: R64 033.65 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
Location: Braampark
 
Minimum Requirements 
  • Grade 12 / NQF level 4 plus Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or Business Administration (NQF Level 7); 
  • 7 - 8 years’ experience in the Legislative Sector, Local Government system/Public Sector, or Provincial and National Governments with at least 2 years management experience. 
 
Primary Function: 
To lead, direct and manage the Council and Committees Sub-Directorate so that the Legislative Arm of the City of Johannesburg is provided with efficient and effective support in relation to strategic direction associated with policies, National and Provincial legislation, and meets best international practice/benchmarks with respect to legislative support, the provision of records and language service, the Implementation of the petitions policy of the City and the associated principles of good governance in the City of Johannesburg. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Provide support to the Speaker with regards to effective functioning of Council and its Section 79 Committees. 
  • Identify, establish, develop, manage and maintain relations with relevant Institutions and networks. 
  • Direct and manage the implementation of financial controls or procedures and provide information to support financial planning sequences. 
  • Identify and define immediate, short and long term objectives and plans associated with the provision of a comprehensive and effective administrative and secretariat support; 
  • Direct and control outcomes associated with productivity and performance management of human capital within the Council and Committees Sub-Directorate. 
  • Manage the Council and Committees Sub-Directorate operations. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
  • Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel). 
  • Good communication Skills (Writing and Verbal). 
  • Monitoring and Evaluation. 
  • Ability to prioritize. 
  • Time management. 
  • Analytical skills. 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • Knowledge of the South African Local Government system, South African Government and Governance System. 
  • Knowledge of Council and Parliamentary committee oversight. 
 
“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.hsforms.com/1Nq_4oIrXQXyuALqYF60mYw469tl
APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Tebogo Mogodiri / Karabo Matuludi 
Tel No: 011 407 6002 / 7207 
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 09 MARCH 2026 
 
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.












​STUDENT INTERNSHIP CIRCULAR 007/2026 
 
Internship opportunity for all qualifying Students in the Johannesburg Community 
 
 Closing Date: Monday, 09 March 2026 
 
STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITION: 
  • HUMAN SETTLEMENTS 
 
An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a prerequisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential training. The City is committed to providing work-based training for students.
  • This internship opportunity is applicable to youth in the Johannesburg communities who qualify for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before, except in circumstances where the internship programme was not relevant to the candidate’s course of study 
  • This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTS in the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months 
  • Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular. 
  • Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV). 
  • Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions. 
  • The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 
  • The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
 
WHERE TO APPLY 
https://www.joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/Work%20in%20Joburg/Vacancies/2021%20Internships/2021- Internships.aspx
 
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. 
 
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Human Settlements Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months 
 
DEPARTMENT: Human Settlements 
BRANCH: Public Housing Programme Support 
DESIGNATION: Internship: Public Housing Programme Support 
REMUNERATION:
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) 
LOCATION: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
  • Matric/Grade 12 (NQF level 4) plus National Diploma in Built Environment (NQF level 6) and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Built Environment Discipline at NQF level 7; 
  • Only City of Joburg residents will be considered. 
 
Primary Function: 
Assist in the delivery of Human Settlements in the Core of the City and the Corridors of Freedom. Assist specialists in determining how plots of land/buildings should best be used within a community. Assist in project packaging/audits as required. 
 
Key Learning Areas: 
  • Assist the Coordination of procedural requirements associated with the delivery of human settlements; 
  • Procurement management; 
  • Provide administrative support in relation to the Unit; 
  • Assist in Project facilitation, project management and the analysis of data and provide input for changes in policy and guidelines. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
  • ICT literacy, including MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); 
  • Language proficiency (reading and writing in English); 
  • High level of confidentiality, coordinating and organisation skills; 
  • Conflict management; 
  • Interpersonal, decision-making and problem-solving ability; 
  • Strong work ethic; 
  • Ability to work under pressure and independently; 
  • Ability to prioritise; 
  • Sound numerical ability; 
  • Good time management skills; 
  • Analytical and research skills; 
  • Presentation skills (verbal and written). 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • Basic knowledge of procurement processes; 
  • Knowledge of Human Settlement policies and legislation; 
  • Basic knowledge of project management; 
  • Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail and quality focused. 
  • Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism. 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Nomahlubi Masango 
Tel No: (011) 061 3164 / 3170 / 3156 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below: 
https://share.hsforms.com/10FxQXutUQm6t_YaO0fkbDQ469tl
APPLY ONLINE VIA WEBSITE: www.joburg.org.za
 
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 09 MARCH 2026 
 
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. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.