KAI !GARIB LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

 
Key performance areas: • As set out in Schedule A and B of the Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of SeniorManagers, Government Notice 21 in Government Gazette 37245 dated 14 January 2014 • Advanced knowledge and understandingof applicable policy, legislation, institutional management system and performance management • Advanced understanding of theMunicipal Council's activities and delegation of powers • Proven performance record of good governance, audit and risk management,budget and finance management • The ability to be an innovative and strategic leader • Good facilitation and communication skills.
 
Responsibilities: • Comply with the functions of the Municipal Manager as prescribed in section 55 of the Municipal SystemsAct, 32 of 2000 • Provide strategic and ethical leadership and management to achieve the vision of the Municipality • Develop andmanage an economically effective accountable administration equipped to implement the Municipality's Integrated Development Planto work in accordance with the Municipal Performance Management System and to understand the needs of the local community• Be responsible for all income and expenses of the Municipality, all assets, settlement of all debts of the Municipality as well as theproper and dedicated compliance with applicable legislation on Municipal Finance Management • Manage the provision of servicesto the local community in a sustainable and fair manner • Be responsible for appointments, training, discipline and effective utilisationof staff • Promote thorough employment and compliance with applicable labour legislation • Advise political structures and politicaloffice bearers, govern communication between political structures and political office bearers of the Municipality, as well as executetheir decisions • Administer and implement the Municipality's by-laws and other legislation • Exercise any powers and performduties delegated by the Municipal Council or by other delegated authorities of the Municipality • Facilitate participation by the localcommunity in the issues of the Municipality • Develop and maintain a system for assessing community satisfaction with municipalservices • Represent the Municipality at provincial and national level • Perform any other function granted by the Municipal Counciland as Accounting Officer.
 
Enquiries: Clr MM Louw (Mayor) at (054) 431-6300 during office hours (07:30,,16:30).
 
Please note: Candidates are required to complete the prescribed " Appendix A" application form as per the Regulation on Appointmentand Terms of Service for Senior Managers, Government Notice 21 in Government Gazette 37245 dated 17 January 2014, availableon the website at www.kaigarib.gov under the heading "Vacancies". Shortlisted candidates will be subject to security investigation/approval, qualification verification and job history/reviewing referrals and skills assessment and will be expected to disclose theirfinancial interests. The successful candidate must sign a contract of employment and a Performance Agreement. Kai! Garib Municipalityreserves the right to cancel a contract of employment and recover all costs incurred by the Municipality, including compensation,advertisement, etc. if it is found that the successful candidate has submitted false or insufficient information in contravention of theprovisions of the Municipal Council Policy, Municipal Systems Amendment Act, No 7 of 2011 or any other applicable legislation.
 
If you meet the specified requirements, forward a detailed CV, certified copies of academic qualifications, IdentityDocument and driver's licence (certified copies not older than 3 months) to the Mayor, Kai !Garib Municipality,Private Bag X6, Kakamas 8870 or deliver by hand at the Municipal Building, Main Road, Keimoes.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Department: Technical Services
DIRECTOR TECHNICAL SERVICES:
Level: Manager Directly Reporting to the Municipal Manager
Total remuneration package: R811 416-R911 704-R1 011 991 per annum in terms of Government Gazette No 42023 of 8 November 2018, i.e. Upper Limits of Total Remuneration Package Payable to Municipal Managers and Managers Directly Accountable to the Municipal Managers (Ref. 06/19)
(Permanent appointment)
 
Essential and non-negotiable requirements: • A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering/BTech: Engineering/National Diploma Civil Engineering • A relevant postgraduate qualification and registration with ECSA will be added advantages • A minimum of 5 years' work-related experience at Senior Management level, preferably in local government • Compliance with all the requirements as contained in Government Gazette No 29967 of 15 June 2007, as amended by Government Gazette No 41996 of 26 October 2018. If a newly appointed person is not in possession of these competencies, he/she must attain such within 18 months of the date of employment, in accordance with Government Notice Number 91 of 3 February 2017, as promulgated in Government Gazette No 40593 • Excellent knowledge of statutory requirements in local government • Good communication and facilitation skills • Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Northern Cape • A valid driver's licence and a dean criminal record.
 
Key performance areas: • Contribute to developing an economical, effective and accountable administration in accordance with Council policies and applicable legislation • Manage the planning of the Integrated Development Plan, budget and performance system • Ensure effective community and stakeholder participation in municipal activities • Provide sound advice to the Municipal Manager and Council • Effectively and efficiently manage assets and fleet allocated to the Department • Promote sound labour relations in compliance with applicable legislation • Handle internal and external customers • Provide general management to ensure that the Municipality meets the 5 key performance areas and outcomes of the local government turnaround strategy • Ensure general adherence to Generally Acceptable Accounting Practices (GAAP) • Manage and coordinate project implementation, bulk service provision, master planning, housing settlement, water management and electricity • Report to the Municipal Manager, Technical Sub-committee, EXCO and Council.
 
NB: Deserving candidates meeting the minimum requirements may also be considered.
 
Enquiries: Mr IGA De Waal, the Acting Municipal Manager at (054) 431-6328 during office hours (07:30-16:30).
 
Please note: Candidates are required to submit an application on the official application form as provided in Annexure C of Government Gazette No 37245 of 17 January 2014: Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers (failure to use this form will result in the candidate being disqualified). Complete the prescribed "Annexure C" application form as per the Regulation on Appointment and Terms of Service for Senior Managers, Government Notice 21 in Government Gazette 37245 dated 17 January 2014, available on the website at www.kaigarib.gov under the heading "Vacancies". 
 
Shortlisted candidates will be subject to security investigation/approval, qualification verification and job history/reviewing referrals and skills assessment and will be expected to disclose their financial interests. The successful candidate must sign a contract of employment and a Performance Agreement. Kai !Garib Municipality reserves the right to cancel a contract of employment and recover all costs incurred by the Municipality, including compensation, advertisement, etc. if it is found that the successful candidate has submitted false or insufficient information in contravention of the provisions of the Municipal Council Policy, Municipal Systems Amendment Act, No 7 of 2011 or any other applicable legislation.
 
If you meet the specified requirements, forward the fully completed application form, detailed CV, certified copies of academic qualifications, Identity Document and driver's licence (certified copies not older than 3 months) and proof of competency level to Kai !Garib Municipality, Private Bag X6, Kakamas 8870 or deliver at No 9 11th Avenue, Kakamas 8870.
 

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Department: Financial Services
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Level: Manager Directly Reporting to the Municipal Manager
Total remuneration package: R811 416-R911 704-R1 011 991 per annum in terms of Government Gazette No 42023 of 8 November 2018, i.e. Upper Limits of Total Remuneration Package Payable to Municipal Managers and Managers Directly Accountable to the Municipal Managers (Ref. 06/19)
(Permanent appointment)
 
Essential and non-negotiable requirements: • B degree with Accounting at final year level and adequate work experience after obtaining a first post-Matric qualification, of which at least 4 years must have been in a senior position in a municipality • The ability to maintain interpersonal relationships • Conflict resolution • Strategic management • Project management • Performance management • Contract management • Skill in the management of change and diversity • Client service management • Written and verbal communication in Afrikaans and English • Policy analysis and development skills • Problem-solving skills • Human resource management • Costing skills • Risk management • Proficiency in Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft applications.
 
Key performance areas: • Manage the Municipality's Financial Department in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and best practice • Ensure that the Municipality and its political structures, political office bearers and employees continuously comply with the financial environment, including prescripts regarding financial reporting • Advise the Municipality and its political structures, political office bearers and employees on all aspects of financial management • Prepare financial plans, annual budget and adjustment budgets, service delivery and budget implementation plans, cash flow projections and regular revision and preparation of financial management policy and by-laws • Implement and maintain sufficient accounting records according to relevant legislation and accounting standards (CRAP), including preparation of in-year and year-end financial reports • Perform core functions of the Treasury Office including, but not limited to, income and expenditure management and controls, income and debt collection management, asset and liability management (including banking, investments, loans and maintenance of a proper fixed asset register), internal control and risk management, safeguarding of the Council's assets against fraudulent acquisition or disposal, theft, misuse and wastage • Coordinate and cooperate with internal and external auditors • Fulfil financial management legislation, regulations and prescripts according to prescribed accounting standards • Advise senior managers and other senior officers in the execution of duties delegated to them in terms of Sections 78 and 79 of the MFMA • Conduct budget analyses, cash flow management, supply chain management and all other functions that may be delegated to hire/her by the Accounting Officer.
 
Enquiries: Mr IGA De Waal, the Acting Municipal Manager at (054) 431 6228 during office hours (07:30-16:30).
 
Applicants must direct a detailed CV, focusing on knowledge, skills and experience, together with certified copies of qualifications and professional registration and the current contact details of at least three referees, to the Human Resources Officer, Kai !Garib Municipality, Private Bag X6, Kakamas 8870.
 
The successful candidate must:  • Conclude a written service contract with the Municipality • Enter into a performance contract within 90 days after accepting employment and thereafter before or on 31 July every year.
 
 
Kai!Garib Local Municipality is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
No late or faxed applications will be considered.
If no communication has been received from us within 2 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
The Municipality reserves the right to appoint or not appoint any person. Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any corroborating evidence thereof will automatically disqualify an applicant.
 
Closing date: Friday, 19 July 2019
 
IGA de Waal - Acting Municipal Manager