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CITY OF JOHANNESBURG - VACANCY CIRCULAR: 014/2022
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: 014/2022
1. Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular.
2. Complete online job application form and attach all relevant documents.
3. The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment.
4. Applications, which have not been responded to within 6 weeks of closing date, should be regarded as unsuccessful.
5. Appointments will be made in accordance with the COJ Employment Equity policy and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
6. The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer.
7. Finalization of the appointments to be within 4 months from the closing date of circular.
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 01 MARCH 2022
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT POSITIONS
(Linked to Term of Political Principal)
This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
1. Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)
Branch: Various MMC’s Offices
Designation: Director: Executive Support
Annual total remuneration package: R1 136 343.31 (all-inclusive cost to company)
Appointment Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration or related field.
• Suitably qualified candidate as defined by section 20(3) of the Employment Equity Act will be considered
• 10 years managerial/leadership experience required
• Proven track record of providing strategic support to an executive at a similar level.
• Experience in supervising multiple, diverse service functions simultaneously with a strong supervisory and team leadership skill.
Primary Function: To direct and lead the effective functioning of the support function to the Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) Leader of Executive Business by providing high level strategic (and political) advice and counsel to the MMC by coordinating the implementation of the executive policy, developing, and managing the implementation of communications strategy (action plans) and managing key personnel in order to ensure the advancement of the MMC’s political programmes and strategy.
Key Performance Areas: To manage and provide strategic (political) policy support and advice to the MMC. To enable and manage the implementation of the Executive Mayor’s Communication Strategy i.r.o the MMC’s functions. Directs and controls the outcomes associated with utilization, productivity and performance of personnel within the MMC support function. Plan, monitor and control function’s annual operating and capital budget of that spending is in line- with the Municipal requirements and/or Municipal Financial Management Act (MFMA). Manage, direct and drive processes and policy that supports the effective and efficient operation of key functional areas in the support function of the MMC. Manage and lead the work of staff in the Office of the MMC in their execution of the government blueprint, as determined by the MMC. Direct and manage the execution of project and assignment as determined by the MMC.
Leading Competencies: Ability to work with various levels of personnel in a fast-paced environment. Experience compiling and managing budget. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Core Competencies: Knowledge of Government Legislation, policies and procedures applicable to South Africa; Demonstrate ability to strategically, manage and administrative support services within a multidisciplinary environment, including demonstrated ability to provide professional supervision, development; Excellent interpersonal, liaison and communication skills, including the capacity and ability to negotiate or communicate on behalf of the MMC with senior internal and external stakeholders; Excellent written communication skills, including ability to prepare documents and briefing noted for the MMC and on complex and sensitive issues.
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to the EE underrepresented groups.
Contact Person: George Mphase
Tel No: (011) 407-7644
Workplace: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein
All applications will be through the website using this link:
https://share.hsforms.com/1rzUpBE4AQ3ebgBV3UTobzQ469tl
Or visit www.joburg.org.za and click on Vacancies
This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
2. Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)
Branch: Various MMC’s Offices
Designation: Senior Professional Officer: Research and Strategic Advisory Services
Annual total remuneration package: R947 343.87 (all-inclusive cost to company)
Appointment Requirements:
• Grade 12/NQF level 4
• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Suitably qualified candidate as defined by section 20(3) of the Employment Equity Act will be considered
• 7-8 years’ experience in the discipline of which of which 4 years is a Professional Officer level.
• Experience in Financial Reporting/Analysis.
• Sound understanding of government policy: MFMA and other related policies; and
• General knowledge of local government mandate and an interest in internal processes.
Primary Function: To provide, Research and Strategic Advisory Services to enable the Directorate to render effective advisory services to the Office of the Executive Mayor and the Mayoral Committee for the achievement of the political mandate.
Key Performance Areas: Facilitate the development of the Sub-Directorate strategy. Lead the development of the Sub-Directorate’s business planning process. Lead and facilitate the Sub- Directorate’s performance management planning process. Organize both human and non-human resources for effective implementation of the Sub-Directorate’s organizational structure. Provide sound leadership to the Sub-directorate. Ensure effective control of the Sub-Directorate’s Human Resource. Ensure effective control of Financial Resources of the Sub-Directorate. Drive effective youth empowerment services. Ensure effective youth stakeholder relations. Manage specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the sub-directorate and individual performance.
Leading Competencies: Understanding of relevant applicable laws, procedures and processes. Knowledge of City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed Methodologies, Legislative, Policy and Regulatory Frameworks. In-depth knowledge of function principles, techniques and tools and how they can be practically applied. Knowledge on Corporate Governance. Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organization, administration and personnel management.
Core Competencies: Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point) Good communication and presentation skills. Good listening and communication skills. Proven written skills. Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel). Good facilitation and communications skills. Coordinating skills. Customer Care Skills. Problem solving Skills. Critical thinking Skills. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Good management skills.
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to the EE underrepresented groups
Contact Person: Thabang Raseobi
Tel No: (011) 407-6003
Workplace: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein
All applications will be through the website using this link:
https://share.hsforms.com/1-o3jMvlNT7CovB_sWrz9qg469tl
Or visit www.joburg.org.za and click on Vacancies.
This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
2. Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)
Branch: Various MMC’s Offices
Designation: Senior Professional Officer: Research and Strategic Advisory Services
Annual total remuneration package: R947 343.87 (all-inclusive cost to company)
Appointment Requirements:
• Grade 12/NQF level 4
• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field.
• Suitably qualified candidate as defined by section 20(3) of the Employment Equity Act will be considered
• 7-8 years’ experience in the discipline of which of which 4 years is a Professional Officer level.
• Experience in Financial Reporting/Analysis.
• Sound understanding of government policy: MFMA and other related policies; and
• General knowledge of local government mandate and an interest in internal processes.
Primary Function: To provide, Research and Strategic Advisory Services to enable the Directorate to render effective advisory services to the Office of the Executive Mayor and the Mayoral Committee for the achievement of the political mandate.
Key Performance Areas: Facilitate the development of the Sub-Directorate strategy. Lead the development of the Sub-Directorate’s business planning process. Lead and facilitate the Sub- Directorate’s performance management planning process. Organize both human and non-human resources for effective implementation of the Sub-Directorate’s organizational structure. Provide sound leadership to the Sub-directorate. Ensure effective control of the Sub-Directorate’s Human Resource. Ensure effective control of Financial Resources of the Sub-Directorate. Drive effective youth empowerment services. Ensure effective youth stakeholder relations. Manage specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the sub-directorate and individual performance.
Leading Competencies: Understanding of relevant applicable laws, procedures and processes. Knowledge of City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed Methodologies, Legislative, Policy and Regulatory Frameworks. In-depth knowledge of function principles, techniques and tools and how they can be practically applied. Knowledge on Corporate Governance. Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organization, administration and personnel management.
Core Competencies: Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point) Good communication and presentation skills. Good listening and communication skills. Proven written skills. Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel). Good facilitation and communications skills. Coordinating skills. Customer Care Skills. Problem solving Skills. Critical thinking Skills. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Good management skills.
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to the EE underrepresented groups
Contact Person: Thabang Raseobi
Tel No: (011) 407-6003
Workplace: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein
All applications will be through the website using this link:
https://share.hsforms.com/1-o3jMvlNT7CovB_sWrz9qg469tl
Or visit www.joburg.org.za and click on Vacancies.
This Vacancy is open to External Applicants AND Employees of the City of Johannesburg
3. Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)
Branch: Various MMC’s Offices
Designation: Deputy Director: Communications and Stakeholder Management
Annual total remuneration package: R947 343.87 (all-inclusive cost to company)
Appointment Requirements:
• Degree in Communication (NQF Level 7) or Public Relations Management or similar and/or relevant experience in Communication and Stakeholder Management.
• Suitably qualified candidates as defined by Section 20(3) of the EE Act will be considered.
• 8 years’ relevant experience.
• Experience in Public Administration will be an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s license.
Primary Function: To provide direction, and develop a communication, stakeholder, and community engagement strategy for the Office of the MMC. To proactively manage and implement strategies, systems and procedures that will enable the Office of the MMC to effectively communicate its programmes and approaches to engage the broad and diverse communities of the City of Johannesburg, to ensure successful political and administrative mandates.
Key Performance Areas: Planning and Developing, Strategic Communication and Stakeholder Management, Human Resource Management, Financial Management and Control, Asset and Resource (Materials and Tools) Management, Governance and Risk and Monitoring and Evaluation.
Leading Competencies: Ability to work under pressure; Creativity; able to network and interact on all levels of a multitude of organizational stakeholders. Strategic thinker.
Core Competencies: Excellent oral and written communication skills with an innate attention to detail; coordinating skills; excellent interpersonal and team working skills; networking and negotiation, emotional intelligence, conflict management, project management, planning, organizing and execution.
This is an employment equity targeted position and preference will be given to the EE underrepresented groups
Contact Person: Thabang Raseobi
Tel No: (011) 407-6003
Workplace: 158 Civic Boulevard, Metro Centre, Braamfontein
All applications will be through the website using this link:
https://share.hsforms.com/1Pe8KzI-9Tsq0PmmlvaRbyg469tl
Or visit www.joburg.org.za and click on Vacancies