Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality is an employment who subscribes to and promotes the principles of employment equity and affirmative action. The municipality seeks a suitably qualified person to fill the under-mentioned position.
DEPARTMENT: OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER.
POSITION: PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO MUNICIPAL MANAGER
REMUNERATION: POST LEVEL 5(FIVE) OF GRADE 6 MUNICIPALITY.
Salary: R518713,80 per annum
Location: Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality
Job Type: Contract
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and experienced Personal Assistant to provide administrative support to the Municipal Manager. The successful candidate will manage the Municipal Manager’s schedule, correspondence, and tasks, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the Municipal Manager’s calendar, scheduling meetings and appointments
• Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodations, and transportation
• Prepare and disseminate reports, documents, and presentations
• Handle correspondence, emails, and phone callsProvide administrative support for meetings, workshops, and events
• Maintain confidential records and files
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and implement administrative systems and procedures
• Perform other administrative tasks as required
Requirements
• National Diploma in Office Administration or related field
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in an administrative role
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadline
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
• Registration with a professional body
• Valid driver’s licence (Code 08 (EB)
• NO criminal record
• Computer literacy. A Certificate in Municipal Financial Management Programme (MFMP) as prescribed by National Treasury, Government Gazette no 29967 date 15 June 2007 will be an added advantage.
Desired Qualities
• Proactive and resourceful
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Strong customer service skills
Applications must be directed to: Director Corporate Services: Mr Sam Makhubu, Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality, PRIVATE BAG X805, WITSIESHOEK 9870, or hand-delivered at Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality, Cnr of Moremoholo and Motloung Streets, PHUTHADITJHABA 9866.Council reserve the rights not to make appointments.
Further enquiries may be directed to: Director Corporate Services: Mr Sam Makhubu at tel. 058 718 3737 during office hours.
CLOSING DATE: 21 February 2025.
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ADV MM MOFOKENG
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
