CITY OF JOHANNESBURG VACANCIES

​
VACANCY CIRCULAR 060/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 12 JULY 2024
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
PERMANENT POSITION 
DIRECTOR: SERVICE DELIVERY EXCELLENCE AND RAPID RESPONSE 
 
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. 
 
 
DIRECTOR: SERVICE DELIVERY EXCELLENCE & RAPID RESPONSE 
Department: Office of the City Manager 
Branch: Office of the Chief Operating Officer 
Designation: Director: Service Delivery Excellence & Rapid Response 
Remuneration: R71 274,46 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) 
Location: 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Matric Certificate/Grade 12; 
• B Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management Sciences or equivalent qualification recognized by SAQA at NQF level 7; 
• 10 years’ experience preferred in leadership/management, of which 5 years must be at middle management level or above in services delivery and monitoring environment; and 
• Minimum Code 8 Driver’s license. 
 
Primary Function:
Responsible for strategic planning, leading, directing and monitoring the implementation of service delivery excellence and co-production programmes, while ensuring efficient mechanisms for effective query resolution and rapid response to critical issues raised by the community. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Contribute to the development of the department and branch’s strategic planning process; 
• Lead the directorate’s Service Delivery Budget Implementation Planning (SDBIP) process; 
• Ensure sound financial planning and budgeting processes for the directorate; 
• Lead and facilitate the directorate’s demand planning process; 
• Lead and facilitate the directorate’s performance management planning process; 
• Lead and manage the development of the directorate’s Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) process; 
• Ensure effective and efficient directorate functions, processes, procedures, systems, and policies; 
• Lead the recruitment, selection and placement process for sourcing suitably qualified staff for the directorate; 
• Ensure effective and efficient procurement management in line with Supply Chain Management processes, legislative, regulatory, and policy framework; 
• Provide sound leadership for the achievement of the directorate’s objectives; 
• Direct the delivery of the organizational development functions; 
• Ensure effective control of the directorate’s human resources; 
• Ensure effective control of the financial resources control of the directorate;
• Ensure effective assets management and control of the directorate; 
• Implement good governance and effective risk management systems; 
• Ensure effective management of specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the directorate and individual performance. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Excellent strategic thinking, planning and execution skills including the ability to anticipate the talent and organization implications and identify strategic challenges and priorities; 
• Demonstrated experience in organizational development and organizational design, particularly those areas that relate to the needs of a rapidly growing and changing organization working with highly dynamic and competitive employment markets; 
• Proven ability to manage the people and process challenges associated with a rapidly growing multi-site organization, including developing a competitive edge in hiring, developing, and retaining top talent; 
• Demonstrated ability to lead an organization through major changes and maintain momentum with the ability to inspire continuous focus on key business drivers and the organisation’s mission and values; 
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, and understand the implications their actions and the HR function will have on the strategic, financial and organizational demands of a rapidly evolving organization; 
• Possess an exceptional level of intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility and flexibility, combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills; 
• Good verbal communication (including presentation and public speaking) skills; 
• Good written communication (MS Visio, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Excel); 
• Computer literacy in basic Microsoft and OrgDesign programs. 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Knowledge of the local government environment; 
• Knowledge of the City’s Strategy (IDP), prescribed Methodologies, Legislative, Policy, and Regulatory Framework; 
• In-depth knowledge of function principles, techniques & tools and how they can be practically applied; 
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance; 
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organisation, administration and personnel management. 
 
“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/1EK2ktLHiQ3-_9fR101D8dwew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Pelisa Sindelo 
Tel No: 011 407 6560 
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 12 JULY 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 FTC_060/2024 
 
This Vacancy is open to Employees of the City of Johannesburg and External Candidates 
 
Closing Date: Friday, 12 July 2024 
 
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: 
5-YEAR PERFORMANCE-BASED CONTRACT POSITION 
SPECIAL ADVISOR PROJECTS: SUSTAINABLE ENERGY
 
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. 
 
 
SPECIAL ADVISOR PROJECTS: SUSTAINABLE ENERGY 
DEPARTMENT: Office of the City Manager 
BRANCH: Office of the Chief Operations Officer 
DESIGNATION: Special Advisor Projects: Sustainable Energy 
REMUNERATION: R1 661 178.71 pa (all-inclusive cost to company) 
LOCATION: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Matric/Grade 12; 
• Bachelor’s degree in degree in sustainable and energy efficiency relevant discipline i.e. Environmental Engineering, Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Science, Civil Engineering or Architecture at NQF Level 7; 
• Professional Registration with the relevant professional body; 
• 10 years’ working experience directly related to the field of sustainable energy, renewable energy, mineral resources, and infrastructure, of which 5 years must be at a senior management level and 3 years at middle management; 
• The incumbent should possess knowledge at a competent proficiency level: 
➢ Knowledge and understanding of sustainable energy and environmental management practice; 
➢ Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation; 
➢ Good understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management; and 
➢ Knowledge and understanding of programme/project management 
• Valid Driver’s license; and 
• Appointment to this position will be subject to the signing of an employment contract and performance agreement, as well as disclosure of financial interests. 
 
Primary Function:
To provide expert policy and technical advisory services related to integrated energy agenda by providing guidance and leadership on relevant political economy insights to support, strategic analysis, conceptualising, and influence the Government in order to deliver high-priority energy and renewable projects that achieve the developmental mandate and of the City. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Provide Technical Advisory services on Integrated Energy; 
• Provide Policy Advisory and Business Strategy Development Services on Integrated Energy; 
• Lead the stakeholder engagement and partnership management services; 
• Mobilise and Lead the Capacity Building and Development Services; 
• Provide technical input and contribution to Projects relating to integrated energy; 
• Manage specific administrative and reporting requirements. 
 
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 behaviour 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. 
 
“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/1WLd9uGbYRxC5Y-PYsMIsQgew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Pelisa Sindelo 
Tel No: 011 407 6560 
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 12 JULY 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.