SOUTH AFRICAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SALGA) VACANCIES

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SENIOR ADVISOR: BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND PLANNING
Based in Limpopo (Polokwane) Ref: 24/09/03
Cluster: Infrastructure Delivery, Spatial Transformation and Sustainability
Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits
 
ROLE OVERVIEW 
Reporting to the Provincial Director of Operations, the incumbent shall Implement tailored and best-fit advice, support and solutions to address municipal challenges in focus areas that include; the Built environment and planning function. Monitor and guide on legislative, policy and procedural compliance in municipalities to strengthen the institutional capacity and governance in municipalities relating to the respective focus areas 
 
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE 
■Ability to manage in a multidisciplinary environment 
■Results driven individual
■A dynamic, motivated self-starter with high levels of emotional maturity 
■ Ability to draft, analyse and interpret reports in a professional and quality manner for the Senior and executive team and 
■ Well-developed interpersonal and analytic skills 
■ Ability to communicate well with all levels of staff and stakeholders 
■ High degree of technical project management knowledge, preferably in an economic development environment involving multiple projects 
■ Basic knowledge of managing project finances and understanding of donor funding to ensure compliance with all financial reporting requirements 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
■Relevant Post-graduate qualification at Hons level (Development Planning, Town and Regional Planning or related discipline) 
■Registered Professional Planner or eligible for registration as a Professional Planner with SACPLAN 
■ At least 6 years’ experience in Development Planning dealing with Spatial Planning, Land Use Management Integrated Development Planning and Economic Development, of which three years must be at managerial level 
■ Thorough understanding of Municipal Planning in relation to Land Use Management, Spatial Planning and IDPs. 
■ Knowledge of the various tools and techniques used when implementing development planning initiatives and the linkages between Spatial Planning and Economic Development. 
■Business processes re-engineering in relation to Municipal Planning and its linkages to Economic Development 
■ Well-developed administrative and management capacity in a programme related environment 
■Own car and driver’s license 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 
■ Research and Benchmarking: Identify Best Practice in relation to Infrastructure development, Human Settlements, Roads and Transport, Climate Change, resilience and IDP processes. Under the guidance of sector specialists and management, provide ongoing analysis of the key challenges, needs and trends in area of specialisation, to ensure that local government strategies and programmes are appropriately implemented. Under the guidance of the Director of operations conduct and interpret research in area of specialisation and create a learning and sharing platform to improve municipal efficiency in area of specialisation. Be a key repository of knowledge and information on local government and matters relating to the area of specialisation and support the strengthening of municipal profiles in the central repository. Conduct analysis on municipalities and provide guidance in respect of possible improvements 
■ Representation at IGR & Other For a (lobbying and Advocacy): Participate in Integrated Development Programme (IDP) structures at municipal level. Participate in Provincial Growth Development Strategy (PGDS) processes. Represent SALGA and municipalities at various IGR and other Fora to protect the interests of municipalities/ Sector; and to disrupt structural form, policy or legislative frameworks in a particular sector, where it hinders municipal performance. Understand the national and provincial governance structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Sector/ Professional discipline and key role players in the area of specialisation. Provide inputs to and developcontent on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA position for mandating and provide policy inputs. Provide technical support and advice to the Chairs of working groups and facilitate tracking and implementation of resolutions. 
■ Support Advice and Capacity Building: Ensure SALGA has capacity to assist municipalities in the creation of IDPs and monitoring; assist municipalities to be sustainable and enable human settlements. Assist municipalities with issues of legislative compliance and interpretation. Guide, support and provide professional advice to municipalities in the areas of focus/ professional discipline – refer issues of strategic importance to the Provincial Director of Operations. Provide hands-on support to strengthen municipal capacity/ improve programme implementation. Facilitate training programmes/ peer learning sessions in the areas of focus/ professional discipline. 
■ Monitoring and Evaluation: Support the development and Implement monitoring and evaluation process to track the progress on implementation of policies, legislative compliance and programmatic implementation in municipalities. Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all project records are uploaded into the company knowledge management system. Create a high performance culture on all projects and report on progress against milestones. Prepare audit files for each project prior to audit 
■ Programme / Project Management: Implement appropriate project management methodologies and disciplines; and manage full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E. Plan and integrate programme roll-out to municipalities. Develop terms of reference for identified programmes. Ensure that projects are implemented against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone. Identify spin-off projects and opportunities from the programme 
■ Stakeholder Management: Within the scope of area of accountability build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/ partnerships in the area of responsibility. Ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders. Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders to ensure programme success and to increase SALGA’s capacity to make an impact. Create reports to communicate about the programme and provide updates for website. Identify key role players to create a link to sustainability and handover of programmes; and implementation 
■ Sponsorship and fund Raising for Projects: Identify potential funders/ points for leverage during the programme conceptualization phase. With the support of the sponsorship team, develop and present detailed project proposals and plans to funders for consideration (in alignment of the SALGA sponsorship Policy). Ensure that all contracts for funding are in place and that the contracts include payment terms. 
■ Financial and Expense Monitoring: Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and monitoring of the monthly expenditure in area of accountability. Assist in the identification of potential revenue sources in area of responsibility (where applicable) . Participate in procurement committees as required and adhere to procurement requirements and deadlines for identified programmes. Monitor sponsorship payments according to the contract and track programme implementation against the budget. Actively save costs in the area of responsibility 
■ Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the area of responsibility/ professional discipline. Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures. Support the identification and mitigation of organisational and operational risks identified in the area of responsibility/ professional discipline. Develop and maintain programme risk register and ensure that mitigation steps are applied. Assign values to risks in order to understand financial implications of risk 
■ Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities. Support organisational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilisation systems and processes. In line with the SALGA organisational culture, role model and educate peers and Advisors on the importance of alignment of personal and organisational values for improved performance. Support the Executive and Senior Management Team in building a high-performance culture in SALGA. Actively participate in the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis
 
 
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must submit a curriculum vitae on https://www.cvspaces.co.za/
 
Closing Date: 20 September 2024 
 
NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan
 
 
 
 
 

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SENIOR ADVISOR: TRADING SERVICES
Based in Limpopo (Polokwane) Ref: 24/09/02
Cluster: Municipal Finance, Fiscal Policy and Economic Growth
Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits
 
ROLE OVERVIEW 
Reporting to the Provincial Director of Operations, this role is responsible for coordinating trading services (water and sanitation services, energy and electricity, waste management) support for municipalities within the provinces. The role involves engaging with key trading services stakeholders such as the relevant sector departments, provincial treasury, provincial COGTA, various provincial intergovernmental relations (IGR) forums and platforms to keep abreast with developments as well as to leverage trading services support for municipalities. Critical to this role is an understanding of municipal challenges and support needs in trading services and monitoring activities and progress in addressing these needs and implementing solutions. The Senior Advisor: Trading Services engages on policy, legislative, regulatory, institutional, fiscal, planning, capacity building, knowledge sharing and overall service delivery matters to share information, problem solve and ensure dynamic and responsive relationships between all key trading services role players and municipalities within the province. 
 
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE 
 Stakeholder management and networking skills 
 Excellent communication and writing skills 
 Ability to manage in a broad scoped environment 
 Analytical and problem-solving skills 
 Decision making and sound judgement 
 A dynamic, motivated self-starter with high levels of emotional maturity 
 High integrity and ethics 
 Understanding of management principles and public sector policies, legislation and regulations 
 Understanding of inter-government relations (IGR and project management principles) 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
 Relevant Post-graduate qualification at Hons level in Public Admin, Public Policy/ Development or equivalent field 
 At least 7 years’ relevant experience of which at least 3 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organisation 
 Sound track record in effectively managing complex and sensitive stakeholder engagements at all levels. 
 A Valid Driver’s License and frequentt travelling 
 Sector knowledge and a good understanding of the policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks governing the trading services sectors (water, sanitation, energy, electricity, waste management, as well as those applying to the local government sector as a whole 
 Ability to manage and operate within a broad scoped, multi-sector, multi-disciplinary environment is essential 
 
KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS 
 Research and Benchmarking: Under the guidance of sector specialists and management, provide ongoing analysis of the key challenges, needs and trends within trading services, to ensure that local government strategies and programmes are appropriately implemented. Under the guidance of the Provincial Director of Operations analyse and interpret research in trading services and create a learning and sharing platform to improve municipal efficiency in trading services. Be a key repository of knowledge and information on municipal trading services and support the strengthening of municipal profiles in the central repository. Conduct analysis on municipalities, the challenges they face and their support needs, and provide guidance in respect of possible improvements 
 Representation at IGR & Other Forums (Lobbying and Advocacy): Represent SALGA and municipalities at various Provincial IGR and other Forums to protect the interests of municipalities in terms of trading services; and to influence engagements on powers and functions, policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks in terms of trading services, especially where decisions may hinder municipal performance. Understand the national and provincial governance structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Trading Services Sectors and the roles and responsibilities of key role players in Trading Services. Provide inputs to and develop content on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA position for mandating. Provide technical support and advice to the Chairs of working groups and facilitate tracking and implementation of resolutions.
 Support Advice and Capacity Building: Guide, support and provide professional advice to municipalities in trading services and refer issues of strategic importance to the Provincial Director of Operations. Leverage support from relevant sector departments and other institutions, and where appropriate, provide hands on support, to address municipal support and capacity needs. Facilitate the implementation of SALGA Trading Services programmes within municipalities. Facilitate training programmes / peer learning sessions in Trading Services 
 Monitoring and Evaluation: Support the development, implementation and monitoring of SALGA’s trading services initiatives within the province and track and report on progress. Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all records are uploaded into the knowledge management system. Create a high performance culture on all SALGA initiatives and support and report on progress against milestones and KPIs. 
 Programme / Project Management: Implement appropriate project management methodologies and disciplines; and manage full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E. Plan and integrate programme roll-out to municipalities. Develop terms of reference for identified programmes. Ensure that projects are implemented against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestones. Identify spin-off projects and opportunities from the programme. 
 Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/ partnerships within trading services and ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders. Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders to leverage support for municipalities and to ensure programme success. 
 Financial and Expense Monitoring: Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and monitoring of the monthly expenditure in area of accountability. Assist in the identification of potential revenue sources and participate in procurement committees as required - adhere to procurement requirements and deadlines for identified programmes. Monitor sponsorship payments according to the contract and track programme implementation against the budget. Actively save costs in areas of responsibility. 
 Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures. Support the identification and mitigation of organisational and operational risks and develop and maintain programme risk register and ensure that mitigation steps are applied. 
 Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities. 
Support organisational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilisation systems and processes. In line with the SALGA organisational culture, role model and educate peers and Advisors on the importance of alignment of personal and organisational values for improved performance. Support the Executive and Senior Management Team in building a high-performance culture in SALGA. 
Actively participate in the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis
 
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must submit a curriculum vitae on https://www.cvspaces.co.za/
 
Closing Date: 20 September 2024 
 
NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan

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PORTFOLIO ADMINISTRATOR LEVEL 1 
Based in Gauteng (Hydepark), Ref: 27/08/24
Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits
 
ROLE OVERVIEW 
Reporting to the Manager: Strategic Support and Information Analytics, this role will provide and maintain professional support in an administrative and office operational capacity to ensure and contribute to the overall success of the organization 
 
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE 
■Handles all confidential information with the necessary sensitivity and responsibility■ Basic Project administration ability ■Innovative and team player ■Results driven individual ■Strong analytical ability coupled with sound problem-solving skills ■Reliable and accountable person ■Uses the functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform routine clerical and administrative duties within policy and procedural requirements ■Under supervision, performs work that is varied and that may be somewhat difficult in character, but usually involves limited responsibility ■Selects appropriate tools or technology for the task ■Seeks training and development opportunities for development. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
■Senior Certificate or equivalent (Studies towards administrative/ secretarial qualifications essential);
■2-3 years’ experience in administrative/ secretarial capacity;
■Ability to maintain high-level of accuracy and confidentiality is essential; 
 
KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS 
■Secretarial Services Office Management; Meeting Coordination; Diary Management; Travel and Accommodation Coordination; Event Coordination; Budget support; Workflow and correspondence management; Interdepartmental communication■ Committee Secretariat Services Meeting Coordination and scheduling; Allocate resources according to complexity of meetings; Prepare agendas, minutes, meeting packs and notifications of meetings within a set timeframe; Meeting Resolution Tracking, follow-up and Compilation of progress updated on database; Recording and maintenance of attendance of members and red flagging long-term absenteeism; Updating maintaining and safekeeping of Committee Files ■ Support Manager: Strategic Support and Analytics to provide shared secretariat, administrative and support services to the cluster/ provincial office (including previous secretarial and committee support services and procurement administration) and with strategic, operational and system interface role.■ Research and analysis Within the research framework and criteria for municipal profiles perform desktop research in line with research agenda and analyse captured information to build, update and maintain municipal profiles on monthly basis; Support the packaging and dissemination of research results and integrate with central repository ■ Monitoring and Evaluation Support To interact with core business functions to interpret and analyse performance progress information and compile draft reports ■ Programme/ Project Administration Provide programme/ project administrative support across the entire lifecycle of the programme/ project; Within M&E and Project Management framework, analyse programme/ project progress obtained from functional areas to strengthen impact measures.
 
 
 Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must apply for this position online at www.cvpaces.co.za
 
Closing Date: 20 September 2024
 
NOTE: Communication will be limited to short-listed candidates only. SALGA reserves the right not to proceed with the appointment for any of the vacant position. All appointments will be made in line with the SALGA’S Employment Equity Plan.