Divisional Head Council & Committee Secretariat: PLEG50334 at City of Ekurhuleni

Key performance areas:

• Ensure an effective and efficient legal and procedural support as well as secretarial service to Council and its Committees within the Legislature branch of the CoE
• Provide leadership and strategic direction to the division in order to ensure effective and efficient operations of the division
• Ensure the provision of Committees and Secretariat Services to Council and its Committees to ensure that Council efficiently and effectively perform its scrutiny and oversight role
• Ensure legislative compliance to legal requirements imposed by National and Provincial legislation to ensure compliance to legal requirements
• Ensure the provision of procedural support services to ensure compliance to Standing Rules and Orders
• Ensure the provision of legal advisory service to the Legislature to ensure compliance to legislation and policies
• Provide legal and administrative support to the Speaker in respect of the enforcement of the Code of Conduct for Councillors to ensure compliance to the Code of Conduct
• Ensure liaison and information sharing with internal and external stakeholders and institutions to ensure improved research studies and access to information relevant to the CoE
• Manage staff to ensure compliance to legislation, conditions of service and creating an enabling working environment
• Manage the financial resources of the division to ensure sound financial management

Core Requirements:

• Relevant Degree in Research and Legislative Studies or Law Degree or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
• 8 - 10 years extensive relevant experience preferably in Legislature and Local Government Administration
• Experience in strategic planning and management
• Good knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and procedures
• Project management skills
• Strong knowledge of research methodology and report writing skills
• Leadership skills
• Negotiation and communication skills
• Computer literacy
• A valid driver's license

Closing Date : 2025-11-03