 Have proven successful management experience in administration; 

• good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management 
• good knowledge of Corporate Services including human capital management, legal services, facilities management, information communication technology. 
• Good knowledge of Supply Chain management regulations and the Preferential procurement policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No.5 of 2000), good governance. 
• Understanding of the Labour Relations Act and other labour related prescripts, legal background and human capital management and knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialized support function. 

 A valid code B driver’s license 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
 Providing of Strategic guidance and leadership towards the rendering of Human Resources Management and Administration services for the Municipality 
 Ensuring the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and programmes that work towards the achievement of goals relating to personnel provision, organisational development, and labour relations, Human Resources Development, Employee Wellness, Occupational Safety Risk Management and Personnel Administration. 
 Development and management of policies and systems to ensure smooth running of day to day operations, procedures and processes that relate to all the above stated functions. 
 Providing an advisory services to the senior management and council leadership regarding relevant and legislative issues to compliance. 
 Compiling and managing the Directorates annual Capital and Operational Budget. 
 Preparing and submitting reports to the Municipal Manager and committees so that they are informed of the issues relevant to Corporate Services Department. 
 Ensure optimum utilisation of council resources, leading and managing staff and all related resources. 
 
 

 
 
LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 
DURATION: 5 YEARS FIXED TERM EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT 
REMUNERATION:(Total remuneration package will be paid as per the applicable Notice 380 of 2016. Total Remuneration Packages to Municipal Managers and Managers Directly Accountable to the Municipal Manager) 
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 
 A Bachelor’s Degree in the Development Studies/ Business Economics and Economics or equivalent qualification 
 A minimum of 5 years experience at middle management level 
 Good knowledge and interpretation of relevant policy and legislation 
 Good understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management 
 Knowledge of Supply Chain management regulations and Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000) 
 Registered with a relevant professional body would be an added advantage 
 Proven communication, interpersonal and project management skills and ability to work under pressure 
 Proven experience regarding network and innovation in order to organise partnerships and develop high-impact business plans. 
 A valid code B driver’s license 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
 Overseeing and ensuring the effective planning, development, management and implementation of Land, Human Settlement and Economic Development related projects 
 Overseeing and implementing Local Economic Development Strategy to ensure economic upliftment of communities 
 Ensure investment promotion and marketing of Local Economic Development 
 Ensure implementation of sector support programmes in agriculture, manufacturing, retail and Tourism/heritage sector. 
 Overseeing the Strategic Housing Plan and provision of municipal Human Settlement services as accredited and transferred from Provincial government 
 Leading, directing and managing the Directorate in an effective and efficient manner in order to ensure the attainment of the strategic objectives and goals. 
 Responsible for Town Planning and Spatial Development Framework 
 Development and management of policies and systems to ensure smooth running of day to day operations, procedures and processes that relate to all the above stated functions. 
 Providing an advisory service to the senior management and council leadership regarding relevant policy and legislative issues to compliance. 
 Compiling and managing the Directorates annual Capital and Operational Budget 
 Preparing and submitting reports to the Municipal Manager and council committees 
 Taking responsibility and managing Performance Management System of the Directorate 
 Ensuring optimum utilisation of council resources, leading and managing staff and related resources. 
 

 
NB: The applicants must fill in the Senior Manager’s application form which is obtainable in our website. 
 
Ntabankulu local municipality is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representation (race, gender, and disabilities) in the municipality. 
 
The Municipality reserves the right not to fill the advertised position, if feels not satisfied with the candidates. If candidates do not receive communication from the municipality within 90 days from the closing date of the advert consider your application unsuccessful. 
Applicants shall be penalized for canvassing the municipal employees or councillor’s or any stakeholder for appointment. 
 
Please forward all applications to: 
Ms S. Mankahla, The Municipal Manager, Ntabankulu Local Municipality, Private Bag X 504, Ntabankulu, 5130. Or Applications may be hand delivered to the Municipal Offices, Erf 85 Main Street Ntabankulu. 
 
Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. 
 
Enquiries must be directed to: Mr. K Nonkondlo (Human Resources Manager) at 039258 0056/ 0828201152.
 
Closing date: 2017/08/03 
 
Municipal Manager