NGQUSHWA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY VACANCIES

​Ngqushwa Municipality incorporating Hamburg, Peddie Town, rural and portion of King Williams Town rural invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for the following position:- 
 
Department : Office of the Municipal Manager 
Position : Director Community Services 
Duration : Permanent 
Salary : R 880 228 (Minimum), R 978 031 (Midpoint), 
R 1 075 833 (Maximum) as per the Government Gazette No. 50737 of 30 May 2024 for Category 1 Municipality 
 
Requirements:-
 A recognised Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences/Public Administration/Law/ Environmental Sciences or equivalent NQF level 7 qualification is required. 
 Minimum of (5) five years relevant experience at middle/senior management level. 
 Certificate of completion in Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels. 
A valid Code EB driver’s licence is essential. 
Good knowledge and understanding of key and related Local Government Legislation and Regulations (viz, Municipal Structures Act, Municipal Systems Act, MFMA, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 2000, National Environment Management Act; National Road Traffic Act etc.) is required. 
Proven knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and Performance Management systems. 
Knowledge and proven experience in policy development and by-laws. 
Proven experience in management of projects in the field of waste management, community services and protection services. 
Good knowledge of Council operations and delegation of powers is required. 
Proven experience and knowledge of risk management. 
Exceptional and dynamic creativity to improve the functioning of the municipality 
 
Additional Requirements:- 
Strategic and visionary leadership, excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, clear understanding of legislation governing local government which amongst others, is Municipal Finance Management Act, Municipal Systems Act and Structures Act. 
 
Responsibilities:-
Reporting to the Municipal Manager, the post operates at a strategic level and provides strategic support to the business functions within Ngqushwa Local Municipality with the main focus being:-
Implementation of the strategic goals as identified in the Integrated Development Plan of the Municipality. 
Ensuring the effective management and compliance of legislation and policies in respect of Key Performance Areas. 
Develop and implement policies, procedures and by-laws relevant to the environmental health and community services. 
Execute the approved budget in line with the Service Delivery & Budget Implementation Plan. 
Enforce compliance with all relevant statues. 
Prepare and control the directorate budget.

​Qualifications and SA Citizens checks will be conducted on all short-listed candidates. Security vetting will be done. Successful candidates will be subjected to additional checks including competency assessment. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The successful candidate will be required to sign an employment contract before commencement of duty, a performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest. 
 
Written application must be submitted on the Prescribed Annexure C of Government Gazette No. 37245 dated 17 January 2014. The form needs to be filled in completely and signed on the last page (in the event that the application is not completed properly, the application will be disqualified). 
 
Interested persons should submit an application letter together with comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications and the names of at least three contactable references and hand deliver to the Municipal Manager, Ngqushwa Municipal Offices, Cnr. N2 and R345 Road, Peddie. Applicants are encouraged to use Courier Services. Enquiries can be directed to Manager: Human Resources: Mr. S. Madubela at 040 6733 095. 
 
NB:-
 No faxed or e-mailed applications will be accepted 
 Shortlisted applicants will be subjected to vetting processes 
 Only certified copies of certificates, ID and driver’s license accepted. 
 Canvassing of Councillors and/or officials will result to disqualification of your application 
 Only the shortlisted and successful applicants would be contacted, therefore if you have not heard from us within 30 days after the closing date regard yourself as unsuccessful, however the Municipality appreciates your interest and wishes you the best in your career. 
 Ngqushwa Municipality is under no obligations to fill the post after advertisement thereof. 
 Ngqushwa Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender, creed and disability. Applicants from designated groups are encouraged to apply. 
 
Closing date: 19 December 2025 
 
MR. N. MGENGO 
MUNICIPAL MANAGER