CITY OF JOHANNESBURG - VACANCY CIRCULAR: 056/2022: SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

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• 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. 
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MANAGER: BUSINESS AND RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT 
Department: Social Development 
Branch: Integrated Policy Planning & Research 
Designation: Manager: Business and Research Development 
Remuneration: R42 403.58 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
Location: Traduna Building, 118 Jorissen Street, Braamfontein 
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science or relevant NQF Level 7 qualification 
• A post graduate qualification would be an added advantage; 
• 5 - 7 years’ experience in the local government environment (preferred) of which 3 years should be on management level; 
• Have management experience in the social environment. 
• Have proven track record on research, policy development and review processes. 
• Basic Knowledge of Social Development and programmes mainstreaming; 
• Comprehensive knowledge of policy development, research and modelling. 
 
Primary Function:
Lead, manage and redefine the scope and reach of the department of Social Development by developing and reviewing policies that contribute to the pro-poor strategy for growth, impact and sustainability whilst creating and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders at the highest level. Deliver on the pro poor strategy, through research and policy agendas, by using professional or expert knowledge and expertise, manage and guide staff within the subunit performance. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Manage, plan, direct and facilitate policy development capability and programs to ensure that / key responsibilities are identified, objectives aligned ad appropriate procedures developed and implemented for effective and efficient implementation and monitoring. 
• In consultation with (and under guidance from) the Subunit Head Policy Planning, manage, coordinate and facilitate research. 
• In consultation with (and under guidance from) the Subunit Head Policy Planning, manage, coordinate and facilitate projects. 
• Develop and facilitate planning and coordination processes within the context of specific being managed. 
• Manage and evaluate the productivity and performance of the Business and Research Development Section staff operating within a project context. 
• Ensure that projects under management meet all necessary standards for legal and regulatory compliance. 
• Manage and direct operational activities within projects under Management. 
• Manage the implementation of procedures and systems associated with controlling flow and quality systems / statutory and audit requirements regulating recordkeeping on projects under management. 
• Coordination and development of relationships with existing and potential projects partners. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Management of Staff 
• Project Management 
• Assertive and Attention to detail; 
• Must be able to work independently; 
• Ability to work under pressure to adhere to deadlines. 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Extensive Computer literacy levels ito Word and excel, PowerPoint and Statistical Software; 
• Excellent Communication; 
• Strong oral and written communication skills and demonstrated technical writing skills for publication. 
• Excellent presentation skills; 
• Networking skills. 
 
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. 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Nthabiseng Majara 
Tel No: (011) 407 6534 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below:  https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1DrcaE337R0OeEqWyA2-hIwew554
APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za  
 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 27 SEPTEMBER 2022 
 
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. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
OFFICER: ADMINSTRATION AND LOGISTICS 
Department: Social Development 
Branch: Management Support Unit 
Designation: Officer: Administration and Logistics 
Remuneration: R24 119.71 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) 
Location: Region F
 
Minimum Requirements: 
• Grade 12 / NQF level 4 plus Diploma in Business Administration relevant NQF level 6 qualification. 
• 1 – 3 years administrative experience; 
• Knowledge of payroll office administration; Data capturing; management and filing; facility and asset management and stakeholder management 
 
Primary Function:
Perform general administrative duties within Social Development departments regarding asset purchase, asset control maintenance and repairs of office machines and equipment and customer services. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Conduct specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with key performance areas and results indicators. 
• Monitor and control the Operations of the Regional Units within department of Social Development. 
• Provide administrative support to Operational Managers who are working in the Region with inspections of facilities. 
• Maintain and control Assets inventory list within the Region. 
 
Leading Competencies: 
• Punctuality 
• Innovative; 
• Teamwork; 
• Stress management 
• Flexibility 
• Self-motivation 
• Customer Service 
• Analytical and problem solving 
 
Core Competencies: 
• Computer (MS Office package); 
• Communication (verbal and written) 
• Interpersonal skills; 
• Time management Skills; 
• Decision making skills 
 
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. 
 
ENQUIRIES ONLY: 
Contact Person: Refilwe Mokgako 
Tel No: (011) 407 7472 
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below: 
https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1TffzQ6BORIa0cpBpu_lT0gew554  
APPLY ONLINE VIA: www.joburg.org.za
 
CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 27 SEPTEMBER 2022 
 
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.