Municipal Manager at Mohokare Local Municipality

Term of Contract 

• One (1) Year Nine (9) Months Fixed Term Contract, not exceeding a period ending one year after the election of the next council of the municipality (31October 2027.

Remuneration 

• Remuneration package per annum: R1 164 374 Minimum), R 1 289 470 (Midpoint) R 1 431 313 (Maximum) all inclusive (As determined by notice No: 53882 of 18 December 2025 for a Category 2 municipality on upper limits for senior managers. NB: The pay scale will be individually determined by competence-based assessment outcome, experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS / CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• A remote allowance of 7% of the total annual remuneration package

Requirements 

• Bachelor`s degree in Public Administration / Political Sciences/ Social Sciences /Law or equivalent. 
• Must meet the competency levels for senior managers as published per Government Gazette no 29967 dated 01 June 2007.

Years of Experience

• Five (5) years relevant experience at senior management level preferably in local government and have proven successful management experience in administration, computer literate and a valid driver’s licence.

Added Advantage

• A Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP)
• Registration with a recognised relevant professional body will serve as a strong recommendation.

Knowledge 

• Knowledge of local government relevant policies and legislation, ability to provide strategic innovative and visionary leadership, ability to communicate and negotiate at all levels of government, advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management, advanced understanding of council operations and system of delegation of powers, understanding of good governance practices; audit and risk management and functionality; and Budget and finance management etc.

Core Functions

• Oversee the development of an Integrated Development Plan that outlines and aligns the local, regional and national planning and its implementation through service delivery plans and funded budget.
• Foster relationships between Municipal Council, the administrative arm and communities within Municipal Jurisdiction. 
• Set Direction for the development and implementation of strategies focusing on Local Economic Development.
• Provide institutional leadership on development and implementation of strategies focusing on sound financial viability and financial Management for the Municipality.
• Oversee the development and implementation of effective performance management mechanisms.