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NELSON MANDELA BAY METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITY
 
In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender, creed and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement. 
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the undermentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply.  
 
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER 
MANAGER: INTERNATIONAL AND INTER-GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS
(EXTERNAL RELATIONS)
POSITION CODE: 210147
TASK Grade 14 (R517 584 – R719 580 per annum)
(Basic salary only, excluding benefits) 
In compliance with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified African (male/female) applicants.

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Qualifications and experience required:
  • A relevant tertiary qualification, i.e. an appropriate B. Degree.
  • Three to four years’ extensive experience in an international and inter-governmental relations environment.
  • A valid Code B Driver’s Licence.
 
Key attributes and competencies:
  • Computer literacy.
  • Negotiation skills.
  • Leadership.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Planning and organising skills.
 
Job purpose:
  • Managing the key performance areas and outcomes of the International and Inter-governmental Relations Sub-directorate which, inter alia, includes:
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    • Developing and/or reviewing the policy on international relations.
    • Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on Council’s international programmes and projects.
    • Scoping and co-ordinating the twinning programmes between the Municipality and sister cities and assist in establishing new twinning programmes.
    • Coordinating meetings, controlling travel arrangements and monitoring the international relations diary in keeping with the international and national protocol framework, in support of the international programmes of Council.
    • Building co-operative governance between the Municipality and the other spheres of government.
    • Developing, implementing and constantly reviewing the Inter-governmental Relations Strategy.
    • Promoting inter-governmental relations.
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As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, a medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment. 
 
Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits. 
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SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applications must be made and submitted electronically; hand delivered or mailed applications for these positions will not be accepted. Kindly note that all applications for employment should be completed and submitted online on the municipal website at www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za (go to "Vacancies” to find the official employment application form of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality). The completed application form must be submitted electronically from this site, accompanied by certified and scanned copies of academic qualifications and a CV. 
 
Please complete one employment application form per vacancy.
 
Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel: 041 506 3259. 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 28 MAY 2021 before 14h00.