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KNYSNA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
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Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY (x4 Positions) 
1 post in Directorate Community Services, 1 post in Directorate Corporate Services, 
1 post in Directorate Integrated Human Settlements, 1 post in Executive Secretary Directorate Planning and Development 
Task Level 9: R274 704 to R356 544 (Basic Salary) 
R441 008 to R546 832 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Grade 12 Matric Certificate 
  • Executive Secretary Certificate or relevant Secretarial certificate 
  • 5 – 8 years’ relevant administrative and secretarial experience with supervisory experience 
  • Computer Literacy MS Office 
  • Office management and administration skills 
  • Knowledge of local government related legislations and policies 
  • Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Administrative Duties 
  • Office Management 
  • Report Writing 
  • Handling of Supply Chain Management for office of Director 
  • Organising and Co-ordination 
  • Reporting
  • Liaison with various internal and external departments 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
Written and Oral Communication, Attention to Detail, Influencing, Ethics & Professionalism, Organizational Awareness, Problem Solving, Planning & Organising, Report writing skills. 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a White female. Should candidates in this category not be identified, Coloured females 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), copy of ID document 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. Please indicate which position you are applying for and in the case of applying for more than one post, please indicate so on your application form. 
  • 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 or on email address lphillips@knysna.gov.za. 
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 MARCH 2026 
 
DR RICHARD MARTIN 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
 
 
 
 






​Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER 
DIRECTORATE: PLANNING AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 
Task Level 12: R430 992 to R559 272 (Basic Salary) 
R643 098 to R808 972 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • Tertiary qualification (Degree/ National Diploma) in Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences and/ or related studies (e.g. Nature Conservation, Forestry, Sustainability, Climate Change, Water Management/ Hydrology etc) 
  • 5 - 8 years’ experience in the related field of air quality management/ climate change/ sustainable energy and environmental health/ management with two (2) years at supervisory level. 
  • Post-graduate qualification in Environmental Management/ related field will be an added advantage 
  • In depth understanding and application of the procedures, laws and by-laws applicable to the functionality. 
  • Environmental Management Inspector’s Certificate 
  • Own vehicle and valid driver’s license 
  • GIS knowledge and experience will be an added advantage 
  • Registered with a relevant professional body 
  • Valid Code EB Driver’s License 
  • Computer Literacy: MS Office 
  • Willing to work overtime and/ or to attend meetings after normal office hours and/ or outside of the office environment when required 
  • Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Implementing the operational aspects of invasive alien plant management and the rehabilitation and restoration of freshwater system (including rivers and wetlands). 
  • Implement and maintain purposeful and focussed environmental education and awareness programmes with the public and civil society stakeholders. 
  • Identify and recommend new technologies and approaches in the environmental management field. 
  • Building a skills base in the Greater Knysna Municipal area for the implementation of environmental programmes. 
  • Enforcement of relevant environmental legislation. 
  • Facilitate the participation of Knysna Municipality in Regional, Provincial and National climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies. 
  • Monitor compliance with environmental legislation by other Municipal departments. 
  • Monitoring and enforcing compliance with the Outeniqua Sensitive Coastal Area Regulations (OSCAER), relevant policies and legislation as well as maintaining Blue Flag and Green Coast Standards. 
  • Assisting with the identification of all funding opportunities and procurement of funding on behalf of the Municipality. 
  • Commenting on and participate in EIA processes. 
  • Evaluating EIR,s and EMP,s for proposed developments. 
  • Executing tasks associated with administration and reporting. 
  • The duties listed in this job description are not exhaustive, and the employer is entitled to instruct the employee at any time to carry out additional duties which are in line with the job description, or in accordance with operational requirements. 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
Organisational Awareness; Project Management; Financial Management; Planning and Organising; Attention to Detail, Analytical Skills, Communication Skill (Two Languages), Computer Literacy, Conflict Resolution Skills, Facilitation Skills. 
 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African Male. Should a suitable candidate in that category not be identified, white females or coloured females will 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), copy of ID, 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 to the Human Resources Department, P O Box 21, Knysna, 6570 or email: vacanciesplanning@knysna.gov.za
  • 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 or on email address: lphillips@knysna.gov.za
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 MARCH 2026 
 
DR RICHARD MARTIN 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.













​​Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN 
WATER AND WASTEWATER 
DIRECTORATE: INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES 
Task Level 13: R485 112 to R629 592 (Basic Salary) 
R713 079 to R899 900 (Total Cost to Council Package) 
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT) 
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply. 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • A relevant National Diploma in Engineering and registration as a Pr Techni Eng. 
  • 8 years’ or more relevant experience post registration 
  • Valid Code EB Driver’s License 
  • Computer literacy: MS Office 
  • Proficient in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Management of Technical/Operational Support Services provided to the Water and Wastewater Division 
  • Assist with Town Planning applications relating to water and sewer services 
  • Manage all operational and maintenance projects in the division 
  • Manage and ensure that the procurement of goods and services within the division comply with Council’s Supply Chain Management policy and procedures 
  • Perform and assist with budget control for the division 
  • Manage day-to-day functioning and administration of the division 
  • Draft and finalize reports for the division 
  • The management of Human Resources in the Section in line with municipal policies and procedure as well as applicable legislation. 
  • Ensure a safe and healthy work environment for employees 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
  • Planning; Organisational Awareness; Attention to Details 
 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a Coloured Female. Should a candidate in this category not be identified, White, African or Indian females or Indian Males 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), copy of ID, 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: vacanciesinfrastructure@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 6419 or on email address lphillips@knysna.gov.za.
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 MARCH 2026 
 
DR RICHARD MARTIN 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment











​Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation: 
 
TEMPORARY FIXED TERM CONTRACT FOR 3 MONTHS 
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY- OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR COMMUNITY SERVICES 
DIRECTORATE COMMUNITY SERVICES 
Task Level 9: R274 704 to R356 544 (Basic Annual Salary) 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 
  • National Certificate in Public Management (N6) 
  • At least 18 months relevant experience with 1-year relevant Local Government experience. 
  • Advanced Computer Literacy (MS Office Package) 
  • Experience on the Promun System (capturing of quotes and requisitions) 
  • Experience on the Collaborator System (uploading items for section 80) 
  • Proficient in at least to the official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: 
  • Administrative Duties 
  • Office Management 
  • Report Writing 
  • Handling of Supply Chain Management for office of Director 
  • Organising and Co-ordination 
  • Reporting
  • Liaison with various internal and external departments 
 
 
COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES 
All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint a White female. Should candidates in this category not be identified, Coloured females will also be considered. 
 
PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification) 
  1. 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. 
  2. Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded via email to: narendse@knysna.gov.za
  3. For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6371. 
 
Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 11 MARCH 2026 
 
DR RICHARD MARTIN 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.