MOQHAKA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

• Five years' relevant within a local government/economic environment, of which at least two years should have been at senior management level • Knowledge of legislation applicable to local government and the application of various pieces of legislation/area within functions of local economic development • A sound knowledge and understanding of local, provincial and national departments in relation to the IDP • Demonstrate a high level of problem-solving and people management capabilities • A working knowledge of project management • Demonstrate a high level of managing complex team capabilities • Excellent communication and report-writing skills • Sound understanding of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint • A valid driver's licence.
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Skills and competencies: • Strategic leadership and management • Strategic financial management • Governance, ethics and values in the public sector • The ability to manage departmental finance and submit necessary reports an a monthly basis • The ability to interact with other people • Report-writing and presentation skills • People management and interpersonal skills • Stakeholder relations • In-depth knowledge of current trends in innovations and practices to be able to analyse and evaluate the feasibility of options and alternatives in the delivery of quality services that comply with statutory provisions • Strategic capacity and leadership • Analytical thinking • Policy conceptualisation and implementation • Conflict management • Risk and change management • Mediation skills • Diversity management • Project management
 
Key performance areas: • Ensure alignment of SDBIP with IDP and PMS • Align Council activities and municipal strategy to provincial growth and development strategy (PGDS) and national development perspective (NSDP) • Facilitate and coordinate local economic development and tourism objectives into the IDP process within the municipality • Manage the development and implementation of strategy for LED and tourism • Facilitate and coordinate investment promotion within the municipality • Manage, facilitate and coordinate SMMEs, BEE, cooperatives and entrepreneurship development • Assist in promoting skills development and understanding in the area of economic development • Assist with the monitoring of municipal performance in relation to LED and tourism • Facilitate the development of holistic economic research programme aimed at boosting LED and Tourism initiative and understanding with the municipality • Prepare a business plan to source funding for the implementation of the LED projects • Design and implement SMME support programmes • Manage LED and tourism functions and attend meetings as and when required • Manage and coordinate marketing plans and attend various national and provincial tourism indaba exhibitions •, Liaise with government departments, companies, NG0s, CEOs and Fezile Dabi District LED Forum.
 
Please note: Qualifications and SA citizenship checks will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAGA) and to attach the proof thereof. The candidate will be subjected to a competency assessment and will be required to sign an employment contract before commencement of duty, and a performance agreement contract and disclosure of financial interest within 60 days of appointment. This advertisement is subject to the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act (Act No 32 of 2000).
 
 
 
 
 
 
Section: Risk Management
CHIEF RISK OFFICER
Salary: R338 651.93 per annum (Post level 5/3 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements:• Grade 12 • Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Accounting, Audit Risk Management or equivalent to NQF level 6 • Five years' relevant experience • Knowledge of relevant legislation applicable to risk management processes and techniques, and local government legislation • Excellent computer skills • Effective communication, interpersonal, negotiation, facilitation and conflict management skills • Valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Develop, coordinate, monitor and implement risk management strategies and plans • Roll out risk management methodology and provide strategic and operational risk workshops and interviews • Provide expert guidance and support to line management on risk management processes • Develop, maintain and execute a comprehensive process for identifying, assessing, mitigating, monitoring and reporting on risk that may impact on organisational performance • Collate, analyse, interpret and report on outcomes of risk assessments • Develop risk management-related policies and procedures, including fraud prevention • Maintain the enterprise risk register • Ensure compliance with applicable legislation and regulations.
 
 
 
 
 
Department: Finance
Section: Budgeting, Reporting and Expenditure
ASSISTANT ACCOUNT: BUDGETING OPEX AND CAPEX
Salary: R306 680.46 per annum (Post level 6 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12 • A three-year qualification in Accounting/Auditing/Financial Management • Two years' experience in financial management, of which one year should have been in a municipal environment • Knowledge of the Local Government Municipal Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and guidelines, accounting standards and systems, accounting and auditing •. Ability to communicate in English (speak, read and write) • Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Venus, etc.) • Valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Develop a budget process timetable by outlining key deadlines for the preparation, tabling and approval of the annual budget to ensure that the budget process is in line with current legislation (MFMA) Prepare and capture the annual budget and adjustment budget as per prescribed format for submission to Council, National Treasury and Provincial Treasury • Prepare and submit all budget returns and ensure that all returns reconcile to the fidget schedules • Complete and submit monthly and quarterly reports on budget implementation (MFMA Section 71 and quarterly returns) • Compile the Section 72 report by compiling the budgetary and financial information required in the approved formats as required by National Treasury in order to ensure compliance reporting • Coordinate the submission of legislative reports to National Treasury and transferring departments • Maintain a grant register.
 
 
 
 
 
 
ACCOUNTANT: FINANCIAL REPORTING
SALARY: R 392 964, 04 (Post Level 4 of a Grade 9 Municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12 • 3 year qualification in Accounting or equivalent qualification • 4 years in Financial Accounting Services Completed the necessary SAICA articles • Intensive knowledge of utilizing case ware in preparation of the AFS • Knowledge of Municipal Finance Management Act • Treasury Regulations and guidelines, accounting standards and systems, accounting policies and procedures and accounting and auditing • Registration as a Professional Accountant (SA) will be an added advantage.
 
Key Performance Areas: • Prepare and submit Annual Financial Statements • Compile an audit file in line with MFMA Circular 50 • Ensure that the structure of the General Ledger is maintained according to prescription and that the new votes are opened as per council's budget • Maintain and balance journals, general ledger, reconciliations, trial balance and budget reports • Post transactions to the general ledger and complete the that balance to balance with general ledger as per standard accounting practice • Implement a checking system to ensure that Accounting Principles and Procedures are being adhered to at all times • Monitor and implement internal controls.
 
 

 
 
Section: Supply Chain Management
SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT: DEMAND AND ACQUISITION OFFICER
Salary: R306 680.46 per annum (Post level 6/4 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements:• Grade 12 • Minimum requirement of a relevant B. degree in Finance/SCM or equivalent NQF 6 qualification • One year's relevant, extensive managerial experience in a SCM/Logistics or Finance Department • Sound knowledge and understanding of local government legislation (MFMA) and other applicable legislation • Knowledge of and the ability to apply the Preferential Procurement Policy Act and its regulations • Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and other National Treasury practices and instructions • Presentation, report-writing and computer skills • Problem solving and analysis • A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel and work extended hours. Compliance with the MFMA minimum competency requirement as per Government Gazette 29967 will be an added advantage.
 
Key performance areas:  • Ensure the development, maintenance and implementation of SCM policies, strategies, processes and procedures pertaining to demand, acquisition and logistics management • Ensure effective analysis and guidance on specifications for departmental needs • Alignment of departmental needs to strategic plan and budget • Coordinate and monitor the delivery objectives and timeframes • Ensure the effective invitation and evaluation of bids and contract management • Ensure the provision of secretarial services to all SCM Bid Committees • Ensure that the municipal database is updated as and when required • Ensure effective logistics management, including the issuing of purchase orders, management of departmental commitments, payment of suppliers within 30 days and management of stores • Ensure compliance with all audit requirements within SCM • Be prepared to perform extra activities as and when required • Supervise SCM officers and clerical staff.
 
 
 
 
 
Section: Revenue Management
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT: DEBTORS MANAGEMENT
Salary: R306 680.46 per annum (Post level 6/4 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12 • National Diploma in Accounting or equivalent qualification • Minimum of two years' experience in a Revenue Section • Relevant supervisory experience • Ability to communicate in English (speak, read and write) • Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Solar, etc.) • Interpersonal relationship skills in order to communicate with the community • Ability to function in a team.
 
Key performance areas: • Ensure the implementation of debt collection and credit control mechanisms • Collect arrears from the debtors • Consult with clients and make arrangements for the payment of arrears • Contact owners and tenants regarding outstanding accounts • Cut/block service supply due to non-payment • Supervise the recoveries officials • Assist with the administration of free basic services • Assist with cashier cash-ups, when necessary • Compile journals and recommend leave • Monitor tariff changes and application • Assist with monthly reports and budgeting • Identify accounts for write-off • Assist with maintaining discipline in the division • Address the tampering of meters and punishment thereof • Attend to any other duties as may be required from time to time.
 
 
 
 
 
Department Corporate Support Services
Section: Records and Administration
MANAGER: RECORDS AND ADMINISTRATION
Salary: R491 097.75 per annum (Post level • of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12 • Degree or Diploma in Public Administration Management or equivalent qualification • Knowledge of local government • At least 3 years' management experience in administration • Computer literacy • Valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Manage and control the Records and Administration Section of the municipality • Ensure continuous administrative support within the municipality • Compile yearly budget and control of the Records and Administration Section • Ensure the safekeeping of all information and the execution of Council resolutions • Assume responsibility for all secretarial duties of the Council • Oversee the compilation of agendas and taking of minutes of meetings of the Council, Mayoral Committee, Section 80 Committees and any other meetings held from time to time, as well as the compilation of relevant documentation • Ensure the execution of resolutions taken during meetings of The Council and Mayoral Committee, as instructed by the Municipal Manager • Prepare departmental circulars based on directives/decisions taken at management meetings, and analyse and formulate responses to correspondence received to facilitate clarification and understanding • Perform other reasonable administrative duties as requested by the Manager Communications and Customer Relations.
 
 
 
 
 
Section: Legal
SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER
Salary: R392 964.04 per annum (Post level 4/3 of a Grade 9 local municipality)
 
Requirements:• Grade 12 plus an LLB or other law degree • Knowledge of Sesotho, English/Afrikaans • Excellentwritten, negotiation and verbal communication skills • A proven track record in contract management, drafting, litigationand law • The ability to work under pressure and willingness to work after hours if necessary • Three years' experiencein a similar environment, preferably in local government • Good interpersonal skills • A valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Handle all written concerns/enquiries by members of the public on legal-related issues• Provide legal support for the municipality • Peruse legal documents such as draft bills and the Government Gazetteand provide comments and inform Council on legislative amendments made • Ensure legal compliance by Council• Draft, review and edit contracts, legal instructions and municipal by-laws • Provide legal services to the Council byensuring that draft policies are approved by Council.
 
 
 
 
 
 
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FACILITATOR
Salary: R306 680.46 per annum (Post level 6 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements:• Riedel 2 and a National Diploma in Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification • Twoto three years' working experience, preferably within a local government environment • Knowledge of skillsdevelopment, the Skills Development Levies Act, the Employment Equity Act and applicable legislation within localgovernment • Knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel • Good verbal and written communication skills • Goodinterpersonal relations skills • A valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Provide advice to management and employees on skills development matters • Establishand work with training committee • Conduct needs analysis and skills audit • Report on and maintain records of alltraining completed throughout the year • Submit the WSP, ATI) and PIVOTAL plan in the format required by the LGSETA• Coordinate training and development interventions • Identify and recommend accredited training providers for torender services to Council • Administer and implement learnerships, internships, AET and experiential teamingprogrammes • Compile and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the HR Manager.
 
 
 
 
 
Department: Community Social Services
Section: Parks and Recreation
MANAGER: PARKS
Salary: R550 958.37 per annum (Post level 1 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12, Bachelor's degree or BTech in Horticulture/Landscaping or Parks and Recreation• Minimum of three to five years' experience in parks and recreation at management level • Excellent communicationand presentation skills • Sound computer knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel • Ability to speak, read andwrite two of the three languages, Sesotho, English and Afrikaans • Code EB driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Identify and define the immediate, short- and long-term objectives/plans associated with theprovision of administrative support to the section • Define/adjust the key performance indicators, job design and roleboundaries of personnel against service delivery requirements • Ensure the implementation of human resources policiesand procedures to control/regulate workplace conflict and/or institute corrective measures and consultation processes toaddress deviations from standards • Manage the maintenance and operation of public parks, community halls andcemeteries • Analyse trends, operating requirements and forward plans to establish/determinefunding/expenditure forthe period and consolidate the section's operating and capital budget • Monitor and implement corrective measures torectify deviations/acts contrary to financial regulations, audit requirements and departmental procedure.
 
 
 
 
 
Section: Traffic
SUPERINTENDENT: ADMINISTRATION
Salary: R306 650.46 per annum (Post level 6/3 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Matric/Grade 12 Certificate • Traffic Diploma issued by an accredited Traffic College or equivalent• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint • At least five years' practical experience in traffic managementand traffic law enforcement • A valid Code 8 (EB) driver's licence • Physical fitness • No criminal record.
 
Attributes: The following are some of the attributes expected from the applicants:• A team player • Willingness todo standby duties as and when required • Willingness to work under stressful conditions • Willingness to workabnormal hours when required.
 
Key performance areas: • Complete specific reports, statutory documentation and registers • Manageadministration by planning/scheduling work and ensuring that staff comply therewith • Control information on thetraffic system and eNaTIS enquiries • Address and investigate complaints from the public • Perform all lawenforcement functions, which Include traffic patrol, management of accident scenes as well as point duty whenrequired • Coordinate specific activities associated with controlling traffic flow and public safety • Do visiblecommunity policing work, monitor and act during situations and/or behaviour by members of the public that is deemedto be inappropriate or non-conforming • Enforce specific by-laws, road traffic and other related safety regulations• Provide support during emergency situations such as the occurrence of a disaster • Prompt execution of otherrelated functions as and when required and instructed by superiors.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Department Planning and LED
Section: Kroonpark Resort
RESORT MANAGER
Salary: R491 097.75 per annum (Post level 2 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12 • B. degree in Hospitality or equivalent qualification • Three years' experience in ahospitality environment of which two years should have been in a managerial position • Strong marketing skills andprevious work experience in marketing • Good written and verbal communication skills • Computer literacy • Validdriver's licence • Willingness to work long hours, weekends and holidays.
 
Key performance areas: • Manage the resort and oversee all staff • Compile yearly budget and control the resort• Supervise, control and keep trade of all aspects of miming a resort • Ensure positive customer experiences bymaintaining high-quality facilities and remedying problems • Oversee product stocking, amounting, and marketingefforts at the resort • Maintain records of employees, set goals for employees and help them achieve these goalsSchedule and lead staff meetings to regularly communicate with staff and to ensure that all resort standards areachieved • Handle all marketing.
 

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Section: Local Economic Development
SMME AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Salary: R306 680.46 per annum (Post level 6/3 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements:  • Grade 12 • Diploma in Marketing/Business Management/Project Management or equivalent • Computer literacy • Good communication skills in and knowledge of Sesotho, English and Afrikaans • Knowledge of project management • A valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: •  Coordinate enterprise/SMME project development • Consolidate an interactive database and profile of both informal and formal small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) • Development comprehensive and up-do-date profiling of SMMEs in both electronic and hard copy • Review the prevailing legislative framework and analyse the status of SMMEs within Moqhaka Local Municipality • Set targets as to which direction the municipality should take in promoting SMMEs • Design relevant financial and non-financial business interventions to sustain the development and growth of SMMEs • Develop an economic development strategy relating to small business development • Facilitate development of market opportunities for SMMEs, including export opportunities • Facilitate access to funding for SMMEs • Identify and develop SMME projects that promote the diversification strategy of the municipality • Monitor and evaluate the outcome and impact of projects • Prepare monthly and quarterly reports.
 
 
 
 
 
Section: LED and Rural Development
AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Salary: R306 680.46 per annum (Post level 6/3 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements: • Grade 12 • B. degree or Diploma in Agriculture or Agriculture Extension • Project management experience • A minimum of two to three years' practical experience in the agricultural sector • Good verbal and communication skills • Goal-driven team player who is a problem solver and innovator • Computer literacy • A valid driver's licence.
 
Key performance areas: • Implement, monitor and evaluate agriculture programmes • Support activities within the agricultural sector by reviewing and analysing data • Develop strategies and methodologies • Provide assistance and advice an agricultural development issues • Develop and oversee agricultural policies and programmes • Contribute to the development and implementation of the District Agriculture Development Plan • Facilitate the establishment of markets for agricultural projects and agro-industries • Communicate with relevant stakeholders in the agriculture sector • Prepare monthly and quarterly reports.
 
 
 
 
 
Section: Spatial Planning and Land Use
TOWN PLANNER
Salary: R338 651.93 per annum (Post level 5 of a Grade 9 municipality)
 
Requirements:  • Grade 12 plus B. degree/NQF level 8 in Urban and Regional Planning • Compulsory registration with SACPLAN as a Professional Town and Regional Planner • Minimum of five years' experience (d in local government, it will be an added advantage) • Fully computer literate with sound knowledge of MS Office and ArcGIS or similar GIS program • Valid driver's licence is a prerequisite • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to interact confidently with diverse stakeholders and clients.
 
Key performance areas: • Apply sound knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal land use planning to develop creative and original planning solutions • Establish and maintain good working relationships with relevant stakeholders • Use information technology systems such as CAD (computer-aided design) or GIS (geographical information systems) • Stay relevant with legislation associated with land use and land use planning • Prepare reports, maintain records and recommend appropriate actions or additional conditions to be imposed concerning planning, development and management of land use schemes • Assist with research and design planning policies to guide and inform strategic development • Assist with the formulation of policies, precinct plans and development strategies of high complexity • Implement frameworks, policies, precinct plans and development strategies of high complexity and initiate development projects and programmes • Provide development direction and integration with IDP5 and associated strategies and sector plans through the Spatial Development Framework (SDF) • Manage and provide input into development processes, projects and programmes between all relevant stakeholders • Assist with the coordination of the planning, development and management of infrastructure and ensure alignment with the SDF and IDP and associated strategies • Facilitate development processes and projects for implementation • Advise clients and the organisation on statutory and regulatory planning requirements in infrastructure planning and delivery • Administer planning approval processes on behalf of clients • Assist in identifying the need for land and township establishment in line with the SDF • Assist in preparing reports for Council's consideration and approval • Assist with the development, review and implementation of the SDF and Land Use Scheme • Prepare land use and spatial planning reports for Municipal Planning Tribunal (MPT) • Implement all aspects related to the Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA) and by-laws relating to planning.
 
Enquiries: Ms I Molefe, tel. (056) 216-9412.
 
Please note: Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged.
 
Should you not be contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to have been unsuccessful. The municipality subscribes to and promotes the principles of employment equity and affirmative action. The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment if, in its view, no suitable candidate could be found. Only candidates who meet the abovementioned competencies will be shortlisted.
 
Candidates should note that some of the abovementioned competencies may at the discretion of Council be formally assessed as part of the selection process. Canvasing of Councillors and officials with the purpose of being appointed will not be allowed and will lead to disqualification. Successful candidates will be subjected to qualification verification, security vetting and criminal record checking.
 
Applications forms are not available. Written applications, specifying the position being applied for together with a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV), certified copy (not older than 3 months) of identity document, qualifications and driver's licence (d applicable), must be forwarded to the Acting Municipal Manager, ME Mthwalo, Moghaka Local Municipality, PO Box 302, Kroonstad 9500, or be hand-delivered at to the Municipal Building, Hill Street, Kroonstad 9500. Faxed, e-mailed and late applications will not be considered.
 
Closing date: 30 July 2019
 
Moqhaka Municipality