HARRY GWALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY VACANCIES

OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER
 
PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER 
• Salary Grade: R347 854.50 - R451 556.51 p.a. (T11) (Plus applicable benefits) 
• Ref No: MM O 5/5/4/2/1 
 
Job requirements: • A Grade 12/Matric • A Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7)/National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or relevant qualification • Three (3) years’ experience working in a relevant field, two (2) years’ must be in local government • Computer literacy in Microsoft packages • A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. 
 
Key performance areas: • Identify the key deliverables and immediate goals detailed in Sector Plans and the Council’s Integrated Development Plan in respect of promoting public awareness • Coordinate planning, layout, and distribution of publications and articles, and seek approval on articles and information for inclusion in national, provincial, and business print mediums • Attend to the information needs with respect to the internet or website of the Municipality, check and seek approval for the usage or insertion of news items, articles, and photographs • Design promotional materials and other materials of the Municipality • Coordinate the design layout, printing, and distribution of the Municipality newsletter • Coordinate and schedule media or press briefings • Arrange media presence for specific community functions or events • Keep abreast of media reports relating to the Municipality’s functions and address the publication of inaccurate reports. 
 
Enquiries should be directed to: Human Resources Unit, on tel: (039) 834 5524/5504/8752. No faxed applications will be accepted. 
 
 
Applications must be submitted with a signed Application Form which can be found on our website: www.harrygwaladm.gov.za accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of educational qualifications, Identity document and driver’s licence must be addressed to: The Municipal Manager for attention: Mrs T.T. Thiyane-Magaqa, Executive Director: Corporate Services, Harry Gwala District Municipality, Private Bag X 501, Ixopo, 3276, or can be hand delivered/courier to: 40 Main Street, Ixopo, 3276, or e-mailed to: recruitment@harrygwaladm.gov.za to reach us no later than 15h00, 12 DECEMBER 2025. 
 
NB: When applications are being submitted via e-mail address provided, applicants are requested to insert the post title on the subject line. 
Further correspondence will be confined to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within four months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. 
NB: Proof of canvassing with Councillors or Management will lead to immediate disqualification. Harry Gwala District Municipality subscribes to the National Equity Strategy. 
The Council reserves the right not to continue with the interview and appointment if it feels that no suitable candidates have been identified. 
NB: Applications that are submitted without the Harry Gwala District Municipality application form will not be considered. 
 
MR G.M. SINEKE: MUNICIPAL MANAGER

CORPORATE SERVICES DEPARTMENT
 
SENIOR MANAGER (HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT) 
(MONTH TO MONTH) 
• Salary Grade: (T16) R73 207.04 per month (Total Cost to Company) 
• Ref No: COP N 5/5/4/2/1 
 
Job requirements: • A Grade 12/Matric • A National Diploma/Bachelor’s degree, 3 years (NQF Level 6/7) Human Resources, or related qualification • Payday Software System Certificate will be added advantage • 4 - 5 years’ experience in Human Resources of which 2 years’ must be at a middle level • Excellent managerial experience, communication and reporting writing skills • Computer literacy in Microsoft Software packages • A valid motor vehicle driver’s licence. 
 
Key performance areas: • Responsible for planning, leading and directing the Human Resources function • Research, design, develop and align policies, procedures, systems and controls • Map out current and future Human Resources requirements taking into consideration operational needs, skill scarcity and retention capability as influential factors • Drive staff recruitment and selection processes • Analyse skills audit findings and develop a framework for planned interventions to address specific skill gaps • Review the Workplace Skills Plan and in conjunction with the relevant Sector Education and Training Authority, establish and confirm the status of levies and grants and reports on progress in achieving short-to-medium-term objectives • Ensure that policies are in place pertaining to Job evaluation and develop forward plans and interventions to drive Job Evaluation • Perform all functions of an Employment Equity Manager • Responsible for developing and implementing the Employment Equity Plan for the District Municipality • Communicate with the Department of Labour on all matters of Employment equity at a National and Provincial level • Communicate with the Head of Departments and management on specific statutory requirements encapsulated in Health Care Legislation • Participate in meetings with employees, Management Teams, Council’s sub committees and committees, District Health System Forums, etc. outline specific proposals associated with the Health and Safety functionality. 
 
Enquiries should be directed to: Human Resources Unit, on tel: (039) 834 5504/8752/8751/5524. No faxed applications will be accepted. 
 
 
Applications must be submitted with a signed Application Form which can be found on our website: www.harrygwaladm.gov.za accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of educational qualifications, Identity document and driver’s licence must be addressed to: The Municipal Manager for attention: Mrs T.T. Thiyane-Magaqa, Executive Director: Corporate Services, Harry Gwala District Municipality, Private Bag X 501, Ixopo, 3276, or can be hand delivered/courier to: 40 Main Street, Ixopo, 3276, or e-mailed to: recruitment@harrygwaladm.gov.za to reach us no later than 15h00, 12 December 2025. 
 
NB: When applications are being submitted via e-mail address provided, applicants are requested to insert the post title on the subject line. 
Further correspondence will be confined to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within four months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. 
NB: Proof of canvassing with Councillors or Management will lead to immediate disqualification. Harry Gwala District Municipality subscribes to the National Equity Strategy. 
The Council reserves the right not to continue with the interview and appointment if it feels that no suitable candidates have been identified. 
NB: Applications that are submitted without the Harry Gwala District Municipality application form will not be considered. 
 
MR G.M. SINEKE: MUNICIPAL MANAGER