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OUDTSHOORN LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
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EXTERNAL NOTICE 
NOTICE 245 OF 2024 
 
The Oudtshoorn Local Municipality which includes the towns of Oudtshoorn, De Rust, and Dysselsdorp is situated in the heart of the Little Karoo in the Western Cape. The Municipality strives to provide the best possible services and facilities to its residents, business community, industries, hospitality, and tourism sectors. 
Candidates with the minimum requirements, necessary integrity, and excellent track record may apply for the following position(s) to enhance the town’s vision of prosperity for all. Applicants with a criminal record check report not older than (six) 6 months are requested to attach the outcome report to their application. Applicants with no criminal record check report are requested to attach proof of application for criminal record check to their application. 
 
1 X LIBRARY ASSISTANT OUTREACH: CJ LANGENHOVEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY 
DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES 
DIVISION: LIBRARY SERVICES 
T6 (164 058,56 - 212 979,99) 
PERMANENT
STATION: OUDTSHOORN 
REF: (WC/045/CM/CM/420) 
 
REQUIREMENTS
• Grade 12 (Proof to be attached) 
• Early Childhood Development Certificate will be an added advantage 
• Registered member of LIASA 
• 0–1-year experiential knowledge of public libraries 
• Valid Code B driver’s license will be an added advantage 
• Computer Literacy (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 
• Good communication skills 
• Proficient in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
• Assist the learner with school assignments 
• Perform counter duties for issuing and returning library material. 
• Shelve books according to category 
• Assist the public in accessing library material. 
• Help with library administration in order to develop skills 
• Do outreach programs with crèches, schools, old age homes, etc. 
 
COMPETENCIES
• Core Professional Competencies: people management, conceptual thinking, organizational awareness, attention to detail, professional/technical proficiency 
• Public Service Orientation: interpersonal relationships, communication, service delivery orientation, client orientation and customer focus 
• Personal Competencies: accountability and ethical conduct, resilience, management of learning (learning orientation) 
• Management/Leadership Competencies: direction setting, coaching and mentoring, impact and influence (advocacy skills) 
 
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview, practical and/or written assessment. They must also be aware that previous employers and references may be contacted, and their qualifications, credit, and criminal records be verified. 
 
BENEFITS:
The Council offers competitive benefits such as a housing subsidy, a thirteenth cheque, a pension fund, a medical aid fund, a study assistance scheme, and the transport of furniture under certain conditions. 
 
The application must be on the official application form of the Oudtshoorn Municipality and a covering letter accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae and certified copies of qualifications and identity documents (not older than three (3) months) as well as particulars of at least three contactable references, must be submitted to HR Manager: Support Services, Department Corporate Services, P.O. Box 255, Oudtshoorn, 6620 (submit applications to Recruitment & Selection section), Oudtshoorn Municipality, 69 Voortrekker Road, Oudtshoorn. Application forms can be downloaded from our website, www.oudtshoorn.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE: 06 December 2024 at 12:00 
 
Please Note: Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification. If you have not been contacted within 30 working days after the closing date of this advertisement, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Curriculum vitae will not be returned. The council will make appointments in line with its employment equity plan and also reserves the right not to make an appointment. No applications sent via e-mail or fax will be considered. 
 
MR. M YEKANI 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER 
 
 
 
 
 
 




EXTERNAL NOTICE 
NOTICE 243 of 2024 
 
The Oudtshoorn Local Municipality which includes the towns of Oudtshoorn, De Rust and Dysselsdorp is situated in the heart of the Little Karoo in the Western Cape. The Municipality strives to provide the best possible services and facilities to its residents, business community, industries, hospitality and tourism sectors. 
Candidates with the minimum requirements, necessary integrity and excellent track record may apply for the following position(s) to enhance the town’s vision of prosperity for all. Applicants with a criminal record check report not older than (six) 6 months are requested to attach the outcome report to their application. Applicants with no criminal record check report are requested to attach proof of application for criminal record check to their application. 
 
1 X COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER 
DEPARTMENT: STRATEGIC SERVICES & TOURISM 
DIVISION: SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT & SPORT 
T12 (R394,56 - R512,156) 
PERMANENT
OUDTSHOORN STATION 
REF: (WC/045/MM/MM/050) 
 
REQUIREMENTS
• Relevant 3 year tertiary qualification preferably a B-degree or National Diploma in Social Development or Community Development 
• 3 - 5 Year’s relevant experience 
• Valid Code B drivers’ license 
• Good Physical and Mental Health 
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Power Point, outlook, etc.) essential 
• Proficient in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
• Collaborate and networking with Community Structures 
• Manage Municipal Grant-In-Aid Policy in line with IDP needs 
• Implement Provincial and National Programmes 
• Ensure adherence to human rights-based approach in all municipal services 
• Identify Community Development needs 
• Prepare reports for Municipal Council 
 
COMPETENCIES
• Core Professional Competencies: Conceptual Thinking, Organisational Awareness, Attention to Detail Monitoring and Controlling, Planning and Organising. 
• Functional Competencies: People Management, Professional / Technical Proficiency 
• Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Client Orientation and Customer Focus. 
• Personal Competencies: Resilience, Change Readiness, Learning Orientation, Accountability and Ethical Conduct, Problem Solving. 
• Management/Leadership Competencies: Impact and Influence, Team Orientation, Coaching and Mentoring Strategic Capability and Leadership. 
•  Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview. They must also be aware that previous employers and recent references may be contacted, and their qualifications, credit and criminal records be verified. The appointment will be subject to signing of employment contract and performance agreement and disclosure of benefits and interest; 
 
BENEFITS:
The Council offers competitive benefits such as a housing subsidy, a thirteenth cheque, pension fund, medical aid fund, a study assistance scheme and the transport of furniture under certain conditions. 
 
Application must be on the official application form of the Oudtshoorn Municipality and a covering letter accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae and certified copies of qualifications and identity document (not older than three (3) months) as well as particulars of at least three recent contactable references, must be submitted to HR MANAGER: Support Services, Department Corporate Services, P.O. Box 255, Oudtshoorn, 6620 (submit applications to Recruitment & Selection section), Oudtshoorn Municipality, Voortrekker Road, Oudtshoorn. Application forms can be downloaded from our website, www.oudtshoorn.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE: 29 November 2024 at 12:00 
 
Please Note: Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification. If you have not been contacted within 30 working days after the closing date of this advertisement, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Curriculum vitae’s will not be returned. Council will make appointments in line with its employment equity plan and reserves the right not to make an appointment. No applications sent via e-mail/late applications will not be considered. Any misrepresentation in your application will lead to automatic disqualification. 
 
MR. M. YEKANI 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER








EXTERNAL NOTICE 
NOTICE 242 of 2024 
 
The Oudtshoorn Local Municipality which includes the towns of Oudtshoorn, De Rust and Dysselsdorp is situated in the heart of the Little Karoo in the Western Cape. The Municipality strives to provide the best possible services and facilities to its residents, business community, industries, hospitality and tourism sectors. 
Candidates with the minimum requirements, necessary integrity and excellent track record may apply for the following position(s) to enhance the town’s vision of prosperity for all. 
Applicants with a criminal record check report not older than (six) 6 months are requested to attach the outcome report to their application. Applicants with no criminal record check report are requested to attach proof of application for criminal record check to their application. 
 
1 X TOWN & REGIONAL PLANNER - AREA B 
DEPARTMENT: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT 
DIVISION: LAND USE MANAGEMENT & SPATIAL PLANNING 
T14 (R 500,151 – R 649,218) 
PERMANENT
OUDTSHOORN STATION 
REF: (WC/045/PD/PD/006) 
 
REQUIREMENTS
• Relevant tertiary qualification, B Degree or higher in Town Planning and Regional planning or equivalent Planning Degree 
• Registered as a professional planner 
• 2 - 5 years relevant experience in a Local authority environment required 
• Valid Code B drivers’ license 
• Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Power Point, outlook, etc.) essential 
• Proficient in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
• Manage inter-departmental meetings and obtain the input and comments from officials in other disciplines 
• Manage key performance areas associated with the Land Use Planning Discipline to align functional requirements against the objectives of the Municipality 
• Manage critical land use planning phases within the framework approved by the Municipality 
• Manage the report writing processes and making recommendations on land use applications to final decision maker to ensure that land use applications conform to legislative requirements. 
 
COMPETENCIES: PLANNING COMPETENCY FRAMEWORK - LEVEL 2 
• Core Professional Competencies: Monitoring and Control, Negotiation, Planning and Organising 
• Functional Competencies: Spatial Planning, Urban Design, Land Use Management, Information Management, Research, Information Analysis and Policy, Knowledge Management, Public Consultation, Socio-Economic / Socio- Political Awareness, Policy Conceptualisation. 
• Public Service Orientation Competencies: Interpersonal Relationships, Communication, Service Delivery Orientation, Client Orientation and Customer Focus. 
• Personal Competencies: Action Orientation, Resilience, Change Readiness, Learning Orientation, Problem Solving, Accountability and Ethical Conduct 
• Management/Leadership Competencies: Impact and Influence, Direction Setting, Team Orientation, Coaching and Mentoring. 
 
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview. They must also be aware that previous employers and recent references may be contacted, and their qualifications, credit and criminal records be verified. The appointment will be subject to signing of employment contract and performance agreement and disclosure of benefits and interest; 
 
BENEFITS:
The Council offers competitive benefits such as a housing subsidy, a thirteenth cheque, pension fund, medical aid fund, a study assistance scheme and the transport of furniture under certain conditions. 
 
Application must be on the official application form of the Oudtshoorn Municipality and a covering letter accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae and certified copies of qualifications and identity document (not older than three (3) months) as well as particulars of at least three recent contactable references, must be submitted to HR MANAGER: Support Services, Department Corporate Services, P.O. Box 255, Oudtshoorn, 6620 (submit applications to Recruitment & Selection section), Oudtshoorn Municipality, Voortrekker Road, Oudtshoorn. Application forms can be downloaded from our website, www.oudtshoorn.gov.za.
 
CLOSING DATE: 29 November 2024 at 12:00 
 
Please Note: Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification. If you have not been contacted within 30 working days after the closing date of this advertisement, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful. Curriculum vitae’s will not be returned. Council will make appointments in line with its employment equity plan and reserves the right not to make an appointment. No applications sent via e-mail/late applications will not be considered. Any misrepresentation in your application will lead to automatic disqualification. 
 
MR M. YEKANI 
ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER