SOUTH AFRICAN LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SALGA) VACANCIES

​SENIOR ADVISOR: MUNICIPAL SUSTAINABILITY (ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, DISASTER MANAGEMENT, FIRE & EMERGENCIES) 
Based in Eastern Cape (East London) 
Ref: 25/04/11
Cluster: Infrastructure Delivery, Spatial Transformation Services & Inclusive Communities 
Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits
 
“Our promise to our employees is to give them an opportunity to grow their careers through experiences and connections that inspire them to make an impact”. 
 
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 Environmental Management, Disaster Management, Fire and Emergency Services functions. 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 
▪Strong interpersonal skills. 
▪Team player with a sense of urgency for delivery 
▪Good analytical & problem-solving skills. 
▪Administrative and project coordination skills. 
▪Planning, organizing and time management skills. 
▪Detail orientated and accurate. 
▪A holistically rounded leader with a demonstrated capacity to deliver on assigned responsibilities 
▪Basic knowledge of managing project finances and understanding of donor funding to ensure compliance with all financial reporting requirements 
▪Culture fit: SALGA desires an individual who will share and buy-in, in our core values, mission and vision, demonstrating a commitment to our ethos beyond just doing the job 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
▪A Post Graduate qualification at Hons level (Environmental Management, Disaster Management, Fire Services, and related disciplines)
▪Knowledge of government policies and legislation and related practices in Environmental Management, Disaster Management, Fire & Emergency Services
▪Active registration with the relevant professional bodies
▪At least 6 years’ experience in local government sector, specifically in the fields of Environmental Management, Disaster Management, Fire Emergency Services, and related disciplines, of which three years must be at managerial level
▪A Valid Code 08 drivers’ license and own vehicle;
 
KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS 
■Representation at IGR & other lobbying and advocacy fora: Attend and represent local government at relevant provincial IGR forums as well as any other lobbying and advocacy platforms. Develop content on relevant issues to inform SALGA lobby and advocacy positions in the province. Support the tracing of implementation of decisions and development of reports to the relevant SALGA governance structures in the province. Understand the network of provincial institutional structures and key role players in the delivery of Environmental Management, Disaster Management, and Fire Emergency Services.
■Research and Knowledge Management: Lead and guide the collection, categorization, and packaging of relevant information for specified tasks and projects. Perform benchmarking exercises relating to areas as determined in consultation with the Provincial Director of Operations and the Portfolio Head. Conduct research on municipal issues relating to Environmental Management, Disaster Management, Fire Emergency Services, and related fields in the province. Lead and guide the development and updating of municipal profiles and management systems relating to selected focus areas. Co-ordinate knowledge sharing & peer learning activities. This includes but is not limited to packaging and publishing research and related knowledge products, packaging of content and information for knowledge sharing and peer learning events, developing presentations to be delivered by either senior management or political leadership in the province. Contribute to SALGA knowledge portals and website on information related to Environmental Management, Disaster Management, Fire Emergency Services, and related disciplines, to keep members and stakeholders in the province abreast of SALGA’s research and knowledge products in these fields. 
■Support, Advice, and capacity building: Guide, support and advise municipalities in the province on matters relating to Environmental Management, Disaster Management, and Fire Emergency Services. Implement the capacity building strategy and associated programmes relevant to the delivery of Environmental Management, Disaster Management, and Fire Emergency Services. Participate, contribute, and convene line functional appropriate provincial technical forums. Support relevant Provincial Working Groups Environmental Management, Disaster Management, and Fire Emergency Services. Monitor and support the overseeing of performance of service providers undertaking work on behalf of SALGA in the province relating to Environmental Management, Disaster Management, and Fire Emergency Services. 
■Programme Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting: Implement project management methodologies and disciplines; and support the management of the full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E. Ensure that projects are conducted against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone. Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all project records are u loaded into the knowledge management system. Report on progress against milestones as and when required to do so. Produce periodic reports for provincial governance structures as required from time to time. 
■Stakeholder Management and relationships: The incumbent will build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/partnerships in responsibility in the province. Ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders. Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders including municipalities, government institutions, non- governmental organisations, learning institutions, business, civil society organisations and communities in the province to ensure programme success and to increase SALGA’s capacity to make an impact. Participating, contribution and convening of line functional appropriate provincial technical forums. Create reports to communicate about the programme and provide updates for website and social media. Identify key role players to create a link to environmental sustainability, disaster management & fire emergency services and handover of programmes; and implementation in the province. 
■Teamwork: The incumbent will work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities in the province. Support organizational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilization systems and processes for the province. In line with the SALGA organizational culture, role model and educate peers ]and Advisors on the importance of alignment of personal and organizational values for improved performance. Support the Provincial Director of Operations 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 in the province on an ongoing basis. 
■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 in the province. Develop terms of reference for identified programmes and projects in the province. Ensure that projects are implemented against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone. Identify spin-off projects and opportunities from the programme. 
■Good 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 responsibility/ professional discipline. Develop and maintain programme risk register and ensure that mitigation steps are applied. Assign values to risks understanding financial implications of risk. 
 
 
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must apply online at www.cvspaces.co.za
 
Closing Date: 17 April 2025
 
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

​SENIOR MANAGER: COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND LABOUR RELATIONS
Based in National Office (Pretoria) 
Ref: 25/04/02
Cluster: Municipal Capabilities & Governance
Remuneration package: A competitive salary package with benefits
 
Our promise to our employees is to give them an opportunity to grow their careers through experiences and connections that inspire them to make an impact 
 
ROLE OVERVIEW 
Reporting to the Chief Officer: Municipal Capabilities & Governance, the incumbent will provide specialist support, advice and capacity building services to municipalities on all matters relating to Collective Bargaining, Dispute Resolution and Labour Relations and provide HR support through tailored SALGA interventions to ensure strengthened labour relations in the LG Sector and improved employer-employee relationships in Municipalities. 
 
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE 
 Sound understanding of policy and legislative frameworks in area of responsibility 
 Expert knowledge of employment relations process and its related processes 
 Expert understanding of conflict resolution processes, e.g. negotiation, mediation, arbitration etc 
 An avid negotiator 
 Stakeholder Management and Influencing Skills 
 High degree of self-management, pro-activeness and high levels of emotional maturity 
 Results driven individual 
 Strong analytical ability coupled with sound problem-solving skills 
 Business Communication and writing skills (opinions, positions, feedback & presentation) 
 Computer literacy (MS Office: Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook, MS Project Management) 
 Customer service orientation 
 High integrity and ethics 
 Culture fit: SALGA desires an individual who will share and buy-in, in our core values, mission and vision, demonstrating a commitment to our 's ethos beyond just doing the job 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
 Postgraduate qualification in Labour Relations / Labour Law or related (Master’s Degree would be an advantage) 
 Admission of Attorney/ Advocate would be an advantage 
 At least 10 years’ relevant experience of which at least 5 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organisation involved in collective bargaining and negotiations 
 Sector Knowledge and a sound understanding of the policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks governing the sector; and in particular those applying to the LG Sector and SALGA (in particular SA Labour Legislation) 
 Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector 
 Politically astute with sound track record for lobbying and advocacy of positions 
 A Valid drivers’ License 
 
KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS 
 Represent the interests of Local Government Sector: Represent municipalities as the “employer” oat the South African Local Government Bargaining Council and its structures and , advice and guide SALGA representatives at the Bargaining Council. Representation of Municipalities at Court, Conciliation, Arbitration, Disciplinary Hearings and Incapacity Investigations. Represent municipalities at CCMA hearings. Provide high quality advice on the legislative and regulatory framework of local government in particular, and of the role and impact of the other spheres of government at the local level, on those issues pertinent to area of specialisation. Collect, process and obtain mandates from municipalities for bargaining purposes and attend SALGBC Divisional BC meetings every second month. 
 Develops content on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA advocacy position for mandating. Understand and effectively manage relationships with 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. Represent SALGA and municipalities at National Bargaining Structures; Dispute Resolutions; Disciplinary Hearings and SALGA Governance structures 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. Attend Divisional SALGCB meetings on bi-monthly basis. Serve in the capacity of Prosecutor/ Presiding Officer on municipal disciplinary hearings. Understand the National and Provincial governance structures and National and Divisional Bargaining structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Sector/ Professional discipline and key role players in the area of specialisation. 
 Support, Advice and Capacity Building of Municipalities: Guide, support and provide professional advice to municipalities in the areas CB & LR; Strike Handling, and other related matters. Provide technical and administrative support to the HR Working Group structures and SALGA representatives on the SALGBC. Preside over municipal disciplinary hearings at municipalities. Advise municipalities on Labour Court and other litigation processes. Provide hands-on support to strengthen municipal capacity/ improve programme implementation. Facilitate the implementation of the capacity building strategy and associated programmes in municipalities. Provide committee members with specialist advice (para legal). Facilitate training programmes/ peer learning sessions in the areas of focus/ professional discipline. Develop guidelines to assist municipalities in complying with applicable legislation and policies 
 Stakeholder Management and Sponsorships: Assist in development and maintenance of sound relationships with relevant stakeholder groups (including civil society organisations, locally and internationally). Develop and maintain relevant networks (internal and external) and 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 
 Business and Programme Planning: Coordinate and develop appropriate sections of the business planning process, including the development of key target, timelines, consultation processes, risk analysis and resourcing requirements. Coordinate all portfolio reporting requirements and ensure reports are delivered on time and are accurate. Undertakes review and evaluation as required for current work areas and any related projects/ programmes. Identify and develop innovation projects/ programmes that further the strategic intent of the area of specialisation and cluster. 
 Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation process to track the progress on implementation of policies, legislative compliance and programmatic implementation in municipalities. Conduct impact assessments of municipal programmes. Monitor and review municipal compliance to Policy and legislative frameworks. Monitor and Review municipal performance 
 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) .Develop terms of reference for identified programmes and 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. Identify project/ programme risks – organisational, economic, stakeholder, political and social. 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 
 Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities. Uphold sound leadership practices and comply with policies and procedures. 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 seniors 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. Implement the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis.
 
 
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates must apply online at www.cvspaces.co.za
 
Closing Date: 24 April 2025 
 
(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