Ekurhuleni provides sustainable and people-centred developmental services that are affordable, appropriate and of a high quality. We are focused on social, environmental and economic regeneration of our city and communities, as guided by the principles of Batho Pele and through the commitment of a motivated and dedicated team.
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Develop, plan, implement and drive a parks and cemeteries strategy and master implementation plans in response to the organisational strategy
Ensure integration of business processes and systems, enabling sustainable service excellence
Coordinate, oversee and facilitate the development, alignment and implementation of parks and cemeteries planning programmes across the organisation
Monitor, report and advise on horticultural best practice research benchmarks
Assess projects and initiatives and make recommendations to the HOD: Environmental Resource and Waste Management in terms of cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment, ensuring alignment to business objectives
Guide, monitor and report on relevant programmes or projects within area of accountability
Align environmental standards, policies and legislation to the broader Environmental Resource and Waste Management Strategy
Monitor and ensure effective revenue management and financial control, corporate governance and compliance throughout area of accountability
Communicate a meaningful strategic context that guides and directs best practice, fostering an environment of continuous learning, improvement and cohesiveness
Monitor and drive legislative and regulatory changes and compliance with policies, corporate governance, relevant legislation and risk mitigation strategies
Develop and deliver on Service Level Agreements made with internal and external stakeholders that meet or exceed client expectations
Drive an aligned client service excellence culture which builds enduring rewarding relationships, proposes innovations and allows others to provide exceptional client service
Establish and manage strategic internal and external relationships, inclusive of customers, service providers and relevant legislative agencies and structures
Manage and empower people
Core Requirements:
A relevant Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Environmental Science, Horticulture or equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
8 years’ relevant management experience, of which at least 4 years’ must have been at Senior Management level
Knowledge of and exposure to the Environmental Resource and Waste Management environment
Strategic capability and leadership
Knowledge of relevant legislation, acts and frameworks