Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality is an employer who subscribes to and promotes the principles of employment equity and affirmative action. The municipality seeks suitably qualified persons to fill the under-mentioned positions.
The appointments will be made in compliance with the provisions of sections 56&57 of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Amendment Act, No 3 of 2022. Appointments will be on a permanent basis subjected to an annual performance agreement.
REMUNERATION: Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality is a Category 6 and the current upper limit applicable is: Total remuneration package of R1,283,670 (minimum), R1,528,180 (midpoint), R1,724,407 (maximum) per annum as per Government Gazette No 50737 of 30 May 2024.
DEPARTMENT: OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER
POSITION: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Reporting to the Municipal Manager, the Chief Financial Officer will be the custodian of Revenue Management, Budget and Reporting, Expenditure, Supply Chain Management and Assets Management. In this regard, the position is responsible for overall managing, planning, organizing, coordinating, directing and controlling activities to staff at the Budget and Treasury Office as well as Supply Chain unit.
REQUIREMENTS: At least a Post Graduate Degree or qualification in the fields of Accounting, Finance, or Economics registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF Level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits or Chartered Accountant (SA);
EXPERIENCE: Minimum 7 years’ experience in a senior and middle management levels, of which at least 2 must be at a senior management level.
KNOWLEDGE: Extensive knowledge of the Local Government Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003, National Treasury Regulations and all other related regulations ▪ the ability to compile a Municipal Budget and Annual Financial Statements ▪ Excellent communication and reporting-writing skills ▪ Knowledge and understanding of computerized financial systems, Excel, database, MS Word and Power Point
ADDED ADVANTAGE: Registration with a recognized relevant professional body will serve as a strong recommendation.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: ▪ Strategic leadership and management ▪ Strategic financial management ▪ Governance, ethics and values in the public sector ▪ The ability to manage departmental finances and submit necessary reports on a monthly basis ▪ The ability to interact with other people ▪ Presentation skills ▪ People management and interpersonal skills ▪ Excellent stakeholder relations ▪ In- depth knowledge of current trends in innovations and practices to be able to analyze and evaluate the feasibility of options and alternatives in the delivery of quality services that comply with statutory provisions ▪ Analytical thinking ▪ Policy conceptualization and implementation ▪ Conflict management ▪ Risk and change management ▪ Mediation skills ▪ Diversity management ▪ Project Management.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: ▪ Be responsible for the overall management of the Budget and Treasury Office ▪ Draft and implement the departmental SDBIP ▪ Perform all delegations by the Accounting Office in terms of MFMA and any other duties or functions that may be assigned by the Accounting Officer of the Municipality ▪ Manage, plan, organize, coordinate, direct and control activities of staff at the Budget and Treasury Office, as well as Supply Chain Management ▪ Contribute to strategic planning and budget alignment an reporting to the Executive and Management Team ▪ Advise the Accounting Officer in terms of the MFMA ▪ Assist the Accounting Officer in the administration of the Municipality’s bank accounts and in the preparation and implementation of the Municipality’s budget and financial statements ▪ Advise Senior Managers and other senior officials on the exercise of powers and duties assigned to them in terms of Section 78 or delegated to them in terms of Section 79 of the MFMA ▪ Perform budgeting, accounting, analysis, financial reporting, cash managements, debt management, supply chain management, financial management, review and other duties as may be required in terms of section 79.
POSITION: DIRECTOR- CORPORATE SERVICES
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor Degree in Public Administration/ Management Sciences/ Law or equivalent;
EXPERIENCE: At least five (5) years relevant experience at a middle management level, and have proven successful management experience in administration.
KNOWLEDGE: The candidate will be expected to demonstrate:• Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation;• Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management;• Good knowledge of corporate governance support services including:(a) Human Capital Management;(b) Legal Services;(c) Facilities Management; (d) Information communication technology; and(e) Council Support• Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. 5 of 2000);• Good Governance;• Labour Relations Act, and other Labour-related Prescripts;• Legal background and Human Capital Management; and• Knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialized support functions.
ADDED ADVANTAGE: Registration with a Professional body will serve as a strong recommendation
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:• Provide strategic direction to the Corporate Services Directorate.• Responsible for development organizational policies and procedures• Be accountable for the execution of all resolutions of the municipality, as well as be accountable for the general supervision, control and efficiency of the directorate.• Formulate support and implement the strategic goals of the municipality in order to give effect to the Integrated Development Plan (IDP).• Participate in strategic management of the Municipality by advising the Municipal Manager on issues pertaining to Corporate Support Services Directorate.• Ensure that municipal Performance Management System is fully implemented in the Directorate• Ensure effective management of the Directorate and the following sections: Human Resource Management & Development, Legal Services, Payroll Administration and Admin & Support Services.
POSITION: DIRECTOR- INFRASTRUCTURE AND ELECTRICITY SERVICES
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering / BTech: Engineering; or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: 5 years’ experience at middle management level, or as programme/project manager; and years must be at professional / management level engineering management experience.
KNOWLEDGE: Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation. Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance system and performance managementMust have extensive knowledge of the public office environment; and Must be able to formulate engineering master planning, project management and implementation.
ADDED ADVANTAGE: Certificate of competency as required in terms of the General Machinery Regulations, 1988; or Registration with a recognized relevant engineering professional body
DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:Develop and maintain functional and technical norms and standards from an engineering perspective •Manage condition assessment and credibility of technical information Manage adherence to environmental and occupational health and safety aspects •Investigate proposals for innovative service delivery mechanisms and undertake feasible studies •Compile briefing documentation and specifications from an engineering perspective •Prepare the User Asset Management Plan •Make inputs to the Construction Procurement Strategy and the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan •Conduct post project and post occupancy evaluation •Manage people Compile service delivery key performance indicators in terms of the IDP •Identify and plan for projects to be implemented over the MTEF •Adhere to and monitor labour intensive construction methods in terms of EPWP guidelines where applicable •Constantly monitor progress on the implementation of projects •Prepare and submit a Division of Revenue Report every month to indicate expenditure and progress on registered MIG projects •Monitor key performance indicators contained in the Project Registration FormSubmit performance reports of the projects within 10 days after the end of each quarter •Submit the Annual Performance Assessment as requested in the DoRAEnsure the projects comply with all conditions contained in the DoRA framework.
POSITION: DIRECTOR- PUBLIC SAFETY, TRANSPORT AND PROTECTION SERVICESQUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor Degree in Social Sciences / Public Administration / Law; or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle management level. A proven successful management in the field of Public Safety and Transport.
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES: The candidate is required to demonstrate sound technical knowledge with regard to traffic laws, security and transport regulations. Strategic Leadership and Management, Financial Management and sound management of operations. Interpersonal skills. Demonstrate high level of written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to communicate and negotiate in all spheres and levels of government. Planning and professional reporting. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Proven ability to provide strategic and innovative leadership.
ADDED ADVANTAGE: Registration with the recognized relevant professional body.
KEY FOCUS AREA: Public Safety, Transport and Protection Services.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREA: Provide strategic leadership in the Public Safety Directorate of the Municipality which includes By-Laws and Law Enforcement, Traffic Control and Management, Physical Security of Municipal Properties. Develop and continuously evaluate short and long term strategic organisational governance objectives of the Municipality. Ensure policy development, research and compliance. Develop and monitor systems, procedures and processes to ensure correct working operations and practices. Coordination of portfolio Committee meetings and business processes and submit reports. Development and implementation of the departmental SDBIP. Compile and implement departmental budget. Give inputs and support towards preparation of IDP to ensure alignment and efficient performance. Formulate creative solutions to enhance cost effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of services and administration of the Municipality. Assist and support the Accounting Officer with the roles and responsibilities delegated to the Directorate.
POSITION: DIRECTOR- SPLUM, HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor of Science Degree in Building Sciences/ Architect / Bachelor Degree in Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies; or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle management level or equivalent; have proven successful Professional Developmental/Town and Regional Planning experience;
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES: Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation; Knowledge of geographical information systems; Knowledge of spatial, town and development planning. The candidate is required to demonstrate sound technical knowledge with regard to traffic laws, security and transport regulations. Strategic Leadership and Management, Financial Management and sound management of operations. Interpersonal skills. Demonstrate high level of written and verbal communication skills. Proven ability to communicate and negotiate in all spheres and levels of government. Planning and professional reporting. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Proven ability to provide strategic and innovative leadership.
KEY FOCUS AREA: Report directly to the Municipal Manager on key departmental activities. Overall management of the SPLUM, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs. Implement the integrated development plan as well as strategic goals of SPLUM, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs department. Understanding legislations related to parks and recreation, cemeteries, traffic management, disaster management, social and waste management. Enforcing compliance will all legal requirements and by-laws applicable within the department. Responsible for law enforcement and security management.
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).
KEY PERFORMANCE AREA: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs
APPLICATIONS AND CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT
- Applicants must download and fill in an Application Form (Annexure C) available on the Municipal Website at (www.maluti-a-phofung.gov.za which is also accessible on www.gpwonline.co.za) or directly from the Government Notice No. 21 of 17 January 2014 (Annexure C). No Applications will be considered if it is not on the Official Application Form. The application form must be accompanied by detailed CV, originally certified copies, not older than six months, of qualifications, identity document, valid driver’s licence and any other supporting documents.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to attach proof thereof.
- Applicants must be in possession of a Certificate in Municipal Finance Management or Certificate Program in Municipal Development (CPMD/ MFMP) in line with Minimum regulations on competency levels of 2007, or acquire such within 18 months of appointment, failing which the appoint would be regarded as being invalid.
- Short-listed candidate will be subjected to reference checks, criminal record check and signing of indemnity forms. The applicant therefore gives consent that their personal information may be accessed for verification purposes in adherence to the POPI Act.
- Recommended candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment over 2 day’s prior appointment in terms of Annexure A (Competency framework for Senior Managers) of Notice No.21 of Government Gazette No. 37245 of 17 January 2014;
- The appointed candidates must be South Africa citizen or permanent residents with no criminal record. He/she must be in possession of a valid driver’s license and a suitable vehicle for proper performance of his/her functions; willingness to work irregular hours with extensive travelling.
- The successful candidates will be required to sign an Employment Contract before assumption of duty, a Performance Agreement within 60 days after appointment and the necessary Disclosure of Financial Interest Forms as well as undergoing the necessary Security Vetting Processes;
- The incumbents will be stationed at Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality’s head office situated in Phuthaditjhaba, but may be deployed anywhere within the municipality depending on the operational requirements;
- Due to the large number of applicants, correspondence will be limited to the short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within a period of three months after the closing date of the advertisement, kindly accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
- The successful candidate will be reporting directly to the Accounting Officer;
- The municipality reserves a right not to appoint any applicant to this position;
- Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted;
- A candidate who canvasses for preference will be disqualified
Applications must be directed to: The Municipal Manager: Adv M M Mofokeng, Maluti-A-Phofung Local Municipality, delivered by Courier or by hand 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: The Manager: Municipal Manager’s Office, Adv M M Mofokeng at tel. 058 718 3767/6616 during office hours.
CLOSING DATE: 18 NOVEMBER 2025
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ADV MM MOFOKENG.
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
