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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 069/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 August 2024 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
INVESTIGATOR
 
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. 
 
 
 
INVESTIGATOR
Department: Office of the Ombudsman 
Branch: Investigations & Complaints 
Designation: Investigator 
Remuneration: R49 989, 72 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
Location: Sappi Building, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein

Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12 (NQF level 4) plus a Law Degree or equivalent (NQF 7); 
• At least 6 - 8 years appropriate and professional experience in investigations, legal analysis and dispute resolution; and 
• Own reliable transport with a valid driver’s license. 
 
Primary Function:
To conduct comprehensive and impartial investigations into complaints of maladministration lodged by the public against employees of the City of Johannesburg. Responsible for gathering and analysing evidence, interviewing relevant parties, and producing detailed reports with findings and recommendations. The role is crucial in ensuring that complaints are resolved fairly, transparently, and in accordance with the law, thereby upholding public trust and promoting good governance within the City of Johannesburg. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Investigate any alleged act or omission or any attempt by an employee serving in the municipality or municipal entity which constitutes any maladministration in the affairs of the municipality to the prejudice of a member of the public; 
  • Ensure the engagement of the public, to promote the knowledge and awareness of the Office of the Ombudsman’s roles and responsibilities; 
  • Compile reports relating to investigation work in the Office of the Ombudsman and monitoring the implementation of recommended corrective action; and 
  • Investigate complaints of Human Rights violations by the administration of the municipality. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
  • Advanced computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and database management); 
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); 
  • Deadline driven, extensive drive and perseverance; 
  • Investigation and report writing skills; 
  • Strong organising and attention to detail skills; 
  • People Management; 
  • Stakeholder Management; 
  • Conflict Management and Risk Management. 
  • High level of confidentiality and organisational skills; 
  • Time Management, working independently, under pressure, and the ability to prioritise. 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • Good interpretation and application of the law; 
  • Comprehensive understanding of local government processes and programmes as well as report writing skills; 
  • Collaborative/Teamwork, values and integrity, well-developed 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/1B6jF_RyIS3q9wzJH3g25SAew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Mthunzi Kunene 
Tel No: 010 288 2800 
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, 14 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, 
  • Employment record verification, 
  • Criminal check, 
  • Identity validation.









VACANCY CIRCULAR 069/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Wednesday, 14 August 2024 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
FIXED-TERM PERFORMANCE BASED CONTRACT 
(Linked to Political Term of Office) 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT 
 
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. 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT 
Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM) 
Branch: Various MMC Offices 
Designation: Personal Assistant 
Remuneration: R461 525,52 pa (all-inclusive cost to company) 
Location: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
  • Matric/Grade 12; 
  • Secretarial and/or Administration Diploma or similar and/or relevant qualification at NQF level 6; 
  • 3 years’ experience operating at a Senior Secretarial level within a government environment; 
  • Experience in administration and document management; 
  • Computer Literacy in MS Office and Internet; 
  • High degree of interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of staff, the public, and Councillors. 
 
Primary Function: 
Provide an effective document management system by dealing with high-level correspondence that requires a direct response from the MMC, in conjunction with the Office Manager, ensuring that correspondence is dealt with timeously. Channel correspondence not requiring the MMC’s response to the Office Manager. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Provide assistance to the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) through the Office Manager in all administrative activities. Assist in preparing for meetings, minute taking, and the implementation of decisions taken at meetings to ensure that the responsibilities of the Office of the MMC are followed through and completed within required standards and deadlines; 
  • Provide assistance to the MMC in terms of logistics and recording of meeting outcomes; 
  • Ensure diary management of the MMC; 
  • Provide office support and administrative office assistance; 
  • Manage internal liaison services from both the administration, political, and stakeholder areas; 
  • Provide assistance with ad-hoc functions/events. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
  • Computer literacy (All MS Office Applications); 
  • High level of interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of strategic/public and councillors; 
  • Teamwork, Accountability, and Ability to work under pressure. 
 
Core Competencies: 
  • High level of confidentiality; 
  • Attention to detail; 
  • Initiative;
  • Professionalism;
  • Sound judgement; 
  • Work independently and under pressure; 
  • Multi-skilled in a range of roles applicable to the position. 
 
“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/1LEPql2aSSJ-Pcs7sY5NS9Qew554  
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za  
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Wisani Mabunda 
Tel No: 011 407 6835 
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, 14 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, 
  • Employment record verification, 
  • Criminal check, 
  • Identity validation.