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KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 

​Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
CHIEF CLERK: MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATIONS LICENSING & DRIVER LICENSES 
DIRECTORATE: COMMUNITY SERVICES 
Task Level 10: R309 240 to R401 376 (Basic Salary) 
R485 665 to R604 803 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • National Diploma in Public Administration 
  • 5-8 Years’ relevant experience with supervisory experience 
  • Practical experience of the Natis System 
  • Good administration skills 
  • Computer Literacy: MS Office 
  • No previous convictions 
  • Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Processing Vehicle License & Renewals 
  • Public Enquiries 
  • Cashier Duties 
  • Reconciliation of Payments 
  • Administration & Document Recording 
  • Filing
  • General Administration 
  • Supervisory Duties 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
Written Communication, Oral Communication, Attention to Detail, Influencing, Organizational Awareness, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising. 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African Female. Should candidates in this category not be identified, Coloured, Indian, White Females or an Indian Male will also be considered.




​PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 
  • All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form (https://www.knysna.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf) accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications (not older than 6 months), copies of training, experience, competency and previous employment record must accompany applications. 
  • Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: vacanciescommunity@knysna.gov.za.
  • It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employers and references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests. 
  • Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful. 
  • For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6418 or 044 302 6419. 
 
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 15 NOVEMBER 2025 
 
DR LULAMILE MAPHOLOBA MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.