GOVAN MBEKI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY - DIRECTOR TECHNICAL SERVICES

• Competency to administratively guide and manage the Technical Department with the ability to complete projects on time, within budget and according to standards 
• Computer Literate in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project and MS Power Point
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to formulate engineering master plans with project management experience
• Ability to strategically plan, negotiate and communicate at all spheres of government and with all stakeholders
• A Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) / Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP) / Executive Leadership Municipal Development Programme (ELMDP) will be an added advantage. Should the successful applicant not possess such minimum competencies or be in the process of acquiring such competencies, such must be acquired, finalized or obtained within 18 months from the date of appointment.
• A relevant Postgraduate qualification would be an added advantage.

 
LEADING AND CORE COMPETENCIES:
The successful applicant must possess the following Leading and Core Competencies as per Notice 21 of Government Gazette No. 37245 dated 17 January 2014:

• Strategic Direction and Leadership
• People Management
• Program and Project Management
• Financial Management
• Change Leadership
• Governance Leadership
• Core Competencies: moral competence, planning and organizing, analysis and innovation, knowledge and information management, communication skills (written and verbal), results and quality focus driven, honesty and integrity.
• Applicants must be computer literate and be in possession of a valid driver’s license.

 
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING:

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant policies and legislation
• Advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management
• Advanced understanding of Council operations and delegation of powers
• Good governance
• Audit and risk management, establishment and functionality
• Budget and finance management

 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
As the Director of Technical Services, the incumbent will take responsibility for overall performance in the following areas:

• Manage, develop, administer and co-ordinate functions within the following sub-sections: Water and Sanitation, Energy, Scientific Services, Roads & Stormwater, Fleet Management, Mechanical Workshop and Project Management Unit
• Promote organizational development and inter-governmental relations
• Ensure legal compliance in terms of Occupational Health & Safety Act
• Project-manage the Labour Intensive Projects in line with the Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP) framework and related reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance of all legal aspects and conditions required from the different spheres of Government
• Manage other related Municipal Infrastructure Grant (MIG) programmes
• Financial management – prepare and manage the Budget of the Directorate – manage the cash-flow and expenditure on committed projects
• Provide technical support and evaluation of proposed Municipal Capital Projects in alignment with the Municipal IDP, District, Provincial and National Growth and Development Strategies
• Provide strategic leadership and superior expertise in the development of Management Information systems for effective decision-making
• Manage the human resources of the Directorate
• Prepare and implement Infrastructure Maintenance Plans and programmes
• Provide institutional support to the offices of the Executive Mayor and Municipal Manager
• Co-ordinate and implement ordinances, policies and by-laws relevant to the Technical Department
• Policy development and compilation of technical guidelines and procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Blue Drop Certification Programme

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Qualifying applicants are required to submit their applications on the official Govan Mbeki application form for Senior Managers which is available from our website: www.govanmbeki.gov.za. 
All applications must be accompanied by a detailed CV, originally certified copies of qualifications, ID, driver’s license and cover letter, which indicates the position applied for. 
 
Applications must be sent via post to: The Municipal Manager, Govan Mbeki Municipality, Private Bag X1017, Secunda, 2302 or be hand delivered to: the Office of the Municipal Manager, Municipal Offices, Horwood Street, Secunda.
 
REMUNERATION PACKAGE:
R1 156 263.00 (minimum) / R1 376 505.00 (midpoint) / R1 596 747.00 (maximum)

The offer of remuneration will be determined by competencies, qualifications and experience as per the Local Government Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers, read together with the guidelines as set out in Notice 1224 published in Government Gazette No. 42023 dated 08 November 2018, Upper Limits of Total Remuneration Packages payable to Municipal Managers and Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers. 
 
Qualification and employment verification as well as criminal record and credit record enquiries will be performed as part of the screening process for all shortlisted candidates. Competency assessments must be undertaken by candidates who are recommended for appointment. 
 
Further enquiries may be directed to Ms J Cloete at (017) 620 6024 during office hours. 
 
Govan Mbeki Municipality is committed to the achievement and compliance of diversity and employment equity, especially in terms of race, gender and disability.
 
Faxed or e-mailed applications and those without abovementioned accompanying documents will NOT be considered.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 31 May 2019 at 16:00
 
Govan Mbeki Municipality reserves the right not to fill the advertised post and/or re-advertise the post. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.