KOUGA MUNICIPALITY (EC 108)
VACANCY
NOTICE NO: 6/2018
The Kouga Local Municipality hereby invites applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment in the following vacancy:
DIRECTOR: PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM
Permanent Employment Contract
SALARY: An all-inclusive package ranging from R 973 759, R 1 145 598, to R 1 317 437 per annum is payable in line with Government Gazette No. 41173 dated 10 October 2017, Local Government: Municipal Systems Act (32/2000): Total remuneration packages payable to Municipal Managers and Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers, subject to the signing of a performance contract, a performance agreement and declaration of Financial interests.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- BSC Degree in Building Sciences/B Degree Architecture/B Degree in Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies; or equivalent.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience at middle management level preferably within the Local Government environment
- Proven successful Professional Developmental/ Town and Regional Planning experience
- Willing to undergo security vetting
- Wiling to complete a competency assessment test
- Must comply with Government notice 40593 National Treasury no. 91 dated 3 February 2017
- Added advantage: Project Management Certificate or Diploma; or
- Registration as a Professional Planner in accordance with the Planning Professions Act, 2002, (Act No. 36 of 2002)
- High level of Computer literacy
- Own Transport
- Valid driver’s licence and
- NO criminal record
KNOWLEDGE
- Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation
- Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management
- Good knowledge of Supply Chain Management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000)
- Knowledge of geographical information systems and
- Knowledge of spatial, town and development planning
- Budget and finance management
- Innovative and strategic leader.
- Good facilitation and communication skills
- Must demonstrate experience in management of a substantial staff complement and significant budget in a regulated environment, knowledge of MFMA, in pursuing promotion of local economic development.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strategic direction and Leadership
- People Management
- Programme and Project Management
- Financial Management
- Change and Governance leadership
- Moral competence
- Planning and organising
- Analysis and innovation
- Knowledge and Information Management
- Communication
- Results and Quality focus
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Management of the entire Planning, Development & Tourism, Department which includes Human Settlements
- Compile and manage the Directorate’s annual Capital and Operational Budgets.
- Provision of GIS support and analysis and the undertaking of specific GIS related projects and initiatives.
- Management, maintenance and implementation of the municipal multi-disciplinary sustainable human settlement policy and framework.
- Co-ordinate the integration of the multi-sectorial and inter-sphere processes and demands relating to the delivery of sustainable human settlements.
- Co-ordination of housing functions in line with the Provincial and National policies, on behalf of the Provincial Department of Developmental Local Government and Housing.
- Developing and implementing strategies to meet investment challenges.
- Establishing and managing contractual and other relationships with government departments, service providers, organised business and other stakeholder bodies, to ensure sustainability of projects.
DIRECTOR: COMMUNITY SERVICES
Permanent Employment Contract
SALARY: An all-inclusive package ranging from R 973 759, R 1 145 598, to R 1 317 437 per annum is payable in line with Government Gazette No. 41173 dated 10 October 2017, Local Government: Municipal Systems Act (32/2000): Total remuneration packages payable to Municipal Managers and Managers directly accountable to Municipal Managers, subject to the signing of a performance contract, a performance agreement and declaration of Financial interests.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences/ Public Administration/ Law or equivalent.
- Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience at middle management level preferably within the Local Government environment.
- Must comply with Government notice 40593 National Treasury no. 91 dated 3 February 2017
- Must have proven successful institutional transformation experience within the public or private sector
- Added advantage: Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professionals (SACSSP); or similar recognised relevant professional body
- Willing to undergo security vetting
- High level of Computer literacy
- Own Transport
- Willing to complete a competency assessment test
- Valid driver’s license
- NO criminal record.
KNOWLEDGE
- Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation
- Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management
- Good knowledge of Supply Chain Management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000)
- Understanding of council operations and delegation of powers related to –
- Environmental Management
- Health service management
- Cemetery management
- Public safety, Fire, and Protection Services and
- Parks and recreation management
- Budget and finance management
- Innovative and strategic leader.
- Good facilitation and communication skills
- Must demonstrate experience in management of a substantial staff complement and significant budget in a regulated environment, knowledge of MFMA
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KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strategic direction and Leadership
- People Management
- Programme and Project Management
- Financial Management
- Change and Governance leadership
- Moral competence
- Planning and organising
- Analysis and innovation
- Knowledge and Information Management
- Communication
- Results and Quality focus
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Management of the entire Community Services department.
- Compile and manage the Directorate’s annual Capital and Operational Budgets.
- Responsible for the coordination of disaster management services.
- Strategically direct and manage services related to Environmental Management and solid waste management
- Provision of sports, recreation, cultural, arts and library information services.
- Responsible for setting standards for the maintenance of cemeteries, parks, halls, and other community services.
- Management of refuse services within the entire Kouga.
Interested persons should submit their applications on the prescribed application form, together with their CV, certified copy of qualifications, identity documents, and driver’s license. Sealed applications marked “Director: Community Services, or Director: Planning, Development, and Tourism, Kouga Municipality” must reach the Human Resources Manager on or before Monday, 5 February 2018 at 12:00.
Application forms are available at the Municipal Offices in Jeffreys Bay, Humansdorp, St Francis Bay, Hankey, Patensie, Loerie, and Thornhill or can be obtained from the Municipal Website – www.kouga.gov.za For any inquiries contact Mr. D.H. De Jager: 042 2002 200.
Disqualification:
Please note that the following can lead to disqualification:
- Non-submission of originally certified copies of academic records.
- Canvassing of Councillors.
- Submission of fraudulent qualifications and/ or documents
NB: Please note that shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process. By applying for this position, the candidates agree to background checks being performed.
The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Kouga Municipality is an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action which is non-sexist, non-racist, non-discriminatory and based on merit.
MR. C DU PLESSIS P. O. BOX 21
MUNICIPAL MANAGER JEFFREYS BAY
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