City of Ekurhuleni has the following vacancies:

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Programme Manager EPWP Housing Liaison Officer: Operations Executive Manager: Land Development Area Manager: Urban Renewal & Flagship Projects Project Manager: Programming & Coordination Project Manager: Land Development Manager: Cemeteries Admin Assistant Project Manager: Community Skills Development Executive Manager (Waste Management Operations)Research Officer Cluster Coordinator Researcher Media Officer Clerk: Remuneration, Benefits & Administration

Programme Manager EPWP

Closing Date: 2024-04-08
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Economic Infrastructure, Job Creation & Skills Development Division (2019)
Department: Economic Development Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement labour-intensive public employment strategies, programmes, and plans.
Coordinate, manage, and mobilize strategic internal and external stakeholder relationships.
Ensure the effective implementation and integration of programme management frameworks, tools, and systems.
Advise stakeholder departments, municipal entities, service providers, and related stakeholders on best practices and technical knowledge relating to EPWP.
Develop an EPWP monitoring, evaluate and reporting framework to measure effective implementation principles in the municipality.
Coordinate overall EPWP related priorities with stakeholder Departments, Municipal Entities, Service Providers, and all related stakeholders.
Develop an annual joint operating plan to meet established annual objectives and organize and prioritize tasks and work processes needed to achieve the overall objectives.
Manage and maintain the governance and risk management system of the functional area.
Participate in and implement budget planning principles on stakeholder department’s budget to determine their contribution to the overall annual EPWP targets.
Manage and ensure a customer service-oriented environment as well as determine and facilitate people management and related activities in the division.

Job Requirements:

B Degree in Public Administration or Development Studies or Social Sciences or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
5 – 8 years’ experience in local government administration or a similar environment.
A valid driver’s license.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Housing Liaison Officer: Operations

Closing Date: 2024-04-02
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Community Services & Relationship Management Division (2019)
Department: Human Settlement Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Perform office administration duties.
Facilitate real estate issues to effect the transfer of property.
Administration of customer care centers.
Coordinate and monitor land invasion to discourage illegal land invasion.
Implementation of National programs to exercise choices in terms of affordability in housing.
Facilitation of landlord and tenant related issues to resolve disputes.
Implement operational governance and risk management processes in the context of organizational policy.
Implement the budget within the Customer Care Area (CCC).
Provide effective customer service to the Public and build relationships with stakeholders.

Job Requirements:

Administration Diploma or relevant built environment diploma.
3-5 years’ experience in a similar environment.
Ability to manage housing related matters.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Executive Manager: Land Development

Closing Date: 2024-04-02
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Implementation Division (HSET) (2019)
Department: Human Settlement Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and drive an overall program and project management plan.
Manage and take accountability for the delivery of contracted work output within agreed parameters of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and service targets.
Manage service providers in the area of accountability and ensure work is undertaken professionally within the agreed scope.
Establish and manage strategic internal and external relationships.
Develop operational plans to meet established annual targets and objectives.
Monitor and enforce effective financial control, corporate governance, and financial compliance.
Develop and manage a high-performance culture.
Build and sustain relationships with decision-makers and interest groups, in support of Human Settlement program objectives.

Job Requirements:

Built Environment, Civil Engineering, or related Degree.
5 – 7 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Area Manager: Urban Renewal & Flagship Projects

Closing Date: 2024-04-02
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Implementation Division (HSET) (2019)
Department: Human Settlement Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Manage and ensure developing and implementing Urban Renewal and Flagship programmes and projects and drive an overall project management plan.
Manage and ensure accountability for the delivery of contracted work output within agreed parameters of SOP’s, quality standards, and service targets.
Drive and manage strategic internal and external relationships.
Manage and drive the development and implementation of operational plans to meet established annual objectives.
Drive, develop, and manage a high-performance culture.

Job Requirements:

Relevant Built Environment or related Degree.
3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Project Manager: Programming & Coordination

Closing Date: 2024-04-02
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Strategy & Planning Division (2019)
Department: Human Settlement Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Provide strategic capability, leadership in planning and delivery of projects.
Co-ordinate all processes across the Human Settlements planning & township establishment value chain.
Implement risk management, governance, and compliance policy and processes.
Build and sustain relationships with stakeholders in support of divisional objectives.
Manage the development and implementation of financial models and forecasting instruments.

Job Requirements:

Project Management or Built Environment Related Degree.
3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Project Manager: Land Development

Closing Date: 2024-04-02
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Implementation Division (HSET) (2019)
Department: Human Settlement Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Provide advice and assist in developing, implementing, and driving an overall project management plan within the region of accountability.
Manage and take accountability for the delivery of contracted work output within agreed parameters of standard operating procedures, quality standards, and service targets.
Provide support and establish and manage strategic internal and external relationships.
Develop, co-ordinate, and implement project plans to meet established annual targets and objectives for relevant programs.
Develop and manage a high-performance culture within the area of accountability.

Job Requirements:

Project Management, Built Environment, Development Management, Civil Engineering Degree.
3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Manager: Cemeteries

Closing Date: 2024-03-27
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Parks & Cemeteries Division (2019)
Department: Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Lead long-term planning efforts to address future needs for cemetery space, services, and infrastructure.
Implement and maintain a system for tracking and managing burial plots and cremation remains.
Plan and oversee the scheduling, coordination, and execution of burial and cremation services.
Conduct regular inspections to ensure safety and proper maintenance.
Ensure efficient and respectful cemetery services by implementing systems to optimize the use of cemetery space.
Enhance operational excellence and service quality by conducting regular reviews and audits of cemetery operations.
Oversee the maintenance, repair, and enhancement of cemetery infrastructure.
Implement robust financial controls to prevent misuse of funds and financial irregularities.
Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to city management and relevant stakeholders.
Formulate policies aligned with legal and regulatory changes.
Ensure compliance with health and safety environmental laws.
Develop and implement risk mitigation strategy.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of customer service initiatives to continually improve service delivery.
Establish effective communication channels with families and the community to provide timely and accurate information.
Offer regular training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge, ensure high-quality service delivery.
Develop clear performance metrics and conduct regular staff evaluations to assess progress.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration/Business Management/Environmental Management or related field.
5 years’ experience in cemeteries, parks and recreation management, or a closely related field.
3 years’ experience in a supervisory or management capacity.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Admin Assistant

Closing Date: 2024-03-26
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: OCW-Office of the Chief Whip Division (2019)
Department: OS-Office of the Chief Whip (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Provide support and efficient provisioning of administrative services and functions to the unit.
Coordinate office administrative services and function to ensure timeous and accurate service delivery.
Maintain a filing system according to the National Archives and Records Services Act. 1996 of South Africa (Act No. 43 of 1996 as amended) to ensure both accessibility and adherence to legislation.
Ensure that completed work adheres to governance and legislative requirements.
Uphold positive and satisfactory service delivery.
Administer and control the functioning of the administration section.

Job Requirements:

Grade 12.
1 – 2 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Project Manager: Community Skills Development

Closing Date: 2024-04-05
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Skills Development, Job Creation & Economic Infrastructure Division
Department: Economic Development Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement skills for the economy programs, vocational skills development, and employability improvement strategies and interventions for communities and/or public employment programs.
Coordinate, manage and mobilize strategic internal and external stakeholder relationships with the National Skills Fund, Youth Employment Services, Public Employment Programme and Sector Education and Training Authorities.
Prepare funding proposals and leverage discretionary grants to supplement skills development programs in communities.
Coordinate skills development stakeholders and the ecosystem and ensure the effective implementation and integration of program management frameworks, tools, and systems.
Advise stakeholder departments, municipal entities, service providers and related stakeholders on best practice and technical knowledge relating to Skills Development.
Develop a Skills Development monitoring, evaluate and reporting framework to measure effective implementation principles in the municipality.
Coordinate overall community skills development related priorities with stakeholder Departments, Municipal Entities, Service Providers and all related stakeholders.
Develop annual joint operating plans to meet established annual objectives, organize and prioritize tasks and work processes needed to achieve the overall objectives.
Manage and maintain governance and risk management system of the functional area.
Participate in and implement budget planning principles on stakeholder department’s budget to determine their contribution to the overall annual community skills development targets.
Manage and ensure a customer service-oriented environment as well as determine and facilitate people management and related activities in the division.

Job Requirements:

Degree in Project Management / Economics / Development Management or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
3 – 5 years experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Executive Manager (Waste Management Operations)

Closing Date: 2024-04-05
Assignment Type: Permanent
Division: Waste Management Division (2019)
Department: Environmental Resource & Waste Management Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Lead and direct the implementation of Waste Management Operations Services and the sustainable poverty alleviation projects at regional level.
Co-ordinate and consolidate the draft capital and operational budgets for the Regional Waste Management Operations Services Division.
Evaluate service levels agreements and resource deployment on a regional level.
Organize and co-ordinate the activities of the Waste Management Services Division by negotiating with and involving the community in the management of Waste Services Projects.
Manage the productivity and utilization of resources in the Division on a Regional level and control the income derived by the services rendered and the expenditure incurred for the provision of Waste Management services.
Compile and prepare reports for submission to the Divisional Head and Head of Department.
Manage contracts for the Division by preparing bid specifications, evaluating, and approving the performance of contractors and managing the payment process.
Lead and manage Human Resources in the Division and motivate and improve the morale of staff.
Manage illegal dumping in the Region and facilitate and report on identified hotspots. Facilitate the establishment of recreational facilities for community use in the cleaned hotspots.
Manage Stakeholder relationships by liaising with the community, individual members of the public, officials in other municipalities, consultants, contractors, Councillors, and the press. Conduct Community Forums.

Job Requirements:

Degree in Environmental Management or equivalent.
Communication skills.
Financial management skills.
Management and leadership skills.
5-8 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Research Officer

Closing Date: 2024-03-26
Assignment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Division: OCW-Office of the Chief Whip Division (2019)
Department: OS-Office of the Chief Whip (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Provide operational support in conducting area-specific research and related benchmark studies and contribute to the identification, development, monitoring, and review of research area.
Identify and initiate research projects to ensure that the agenda of Committee(s) is influenced and followed to the latter and address the purpose as set out in the Terms of Reference.
Conduct independent research on behalf of the Caucus to ensure that research projects are delivered according to Caucus requirements and influence Caucus recommendations to Council.
Develop and maintain relationships and networks to build and maintain relationships and networks with other research professionals to enhance the quality of research conducted in the Legislature.
Ensure that completed work adheres to governance and legislative requirements.
Adhere to specified standards, policies, and SOPs to prevent and reduce wastage on financial resources and escalate associated risk.
Contribute to a culture that builds rewarding relationships and enables exceptional customer service and ethical conduct by being a good example.

Job Requirements:

Relevant Business Degree or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
1 – 3 years’ experience in a similar environment and ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously.
Proven track record in research and analysis.
Knowledge of Local Government Legislation.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Cluster Coordinator

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Coordinate the media briefings and manage the liaison with external stakeholders in the Office of the Whip of Council.
Perform and control the group committee coordination activities and initiatives for the Department as well as related administrative actions.
Ensure that completed work adheres to governance and legislative requirements.
Adhere to specified standards, policies, and SOPs to prevent and reduce wastage on financial resources and escalate associated risk.
Contribute to a culture that builds rewarding relationships and enables exceptional customer service and ethical conduct by being a good example.

Job Requirements:

Relevant B Degree or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification.
1 – 3 years’ experience in a similar environment.
Extensive experience in Journalism / Communication / Public Relations / Media Studies will serve as an advantage.
Experience within a politically sensitive environment.
Strategic planning and management.
Leadership skills.
Analytical skills.
Verbal & written communication skills.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Researcher

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Provide an effective research and advisory service to allocated Caucus Members, Committees of Council as well as Council in general.
Advise Caucus Members in the Oversight Committees through monitoring and evaluating whether the implementation of departmental business plans to enhance the Caucus Members on the role and functions of the Oversight.
Compile and present reports to ensure that improved decision making by the Caucus takes place.
Identify and initiate research projects to ensure that the agenda of Committee(s) is influenced is followed to the latter and address the purpose as set out in the Terms of Reference.
Conduct independent research on behalf of the Caucus to ensure that research projects are delivered according to Caucus requirements and influence Caucus recommendations to Council.
Disseminate research information to ensure improved decision making and continuous enhancement of the quality of support provided to the Caucus.
Develop and maintain relations and networks to build and maintain relationships and networks with other research professionals to enhance the quality of research conducted in the Legislature.
Recommend research capability and skills, when required, based on the Caucus requirements and Committee requests for negotiation and contracting.

Job Requirements:

Relevant Business Degree or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification.
1 – 3 years’ experience in a similar environment and ability to manage a number of projects simultaneously.
Proven track record in research and analysis.
Knowledge of Local Government Legislation.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Media Officer

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Work with public relations and other media professionals to support the planning, implementation, and evaluation of CoE’s media-based activities.
Plan, organize, direct, research, control, and develop media content for the Department to ensure that the media system is up to date and that any changes are recorded.
Ensure that completed work adheres to governance and legislative requirements.
Adhere to specified standards, policies, and SOPs to prevent and reduce wastage on financial resources and escalate associated risks.
Contribute to a culture that builds rewarding relationships and enables exceptional customer service and ethical conduct by being a good example.

Job Requirements:

A Degree in media-related studies.
1 – 3 years’ experience in a similar environment.

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000
Apply: Online Application

Clerk: Remuneration, Benefits & Administration

Closing Date: 2024-03-26
Assignment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Division: Talent Acquisition & HR Business Partnering Division (2019)
Department: Human Resources Department (2019)
Province: Gauteng

Purpose:

Responsibilities:

Render administrative support with HR administration.
Perform operational processes to ensure access to and availability of all HR information on an updated and well-maintained HR archiving system.
Perform effective and efficient general HR administrative duties, ensuring the delivery of a professional HR administrative service.
Provide customer-orientated services to contribute to a culture that treats people well, builds rewarding relationships, and enables exceptional customer service and ethical conduct.
Implement governance and risk management.

Job Requirements: