Special Advisor Projects: Business and Civil Society Partnership Development at City of Johannesburg

Minimum Requirements: 

• Matric/Grade 12; 
• A bachelor’s degree in social sciences, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field at NQF Level 7; 
• 10 years of experience in business and partnership development, and community engagement, of which 5 years must be at a senior management level and 3 years at middle management. 
• The incumbent should possess knowledge at a competent proficiency level; 
• Understanding of the dynamics between business and civil society, including trends, challenges, and opportunities. 
• Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation. 
• Good understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management; and 
• Familiarity with relevant policies, regulations, and best practices in local government partnership development. 
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools. 
• Awareness of sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) principles. 
• Appointment to this position will be subject to signing an employment contract and performance agreement, as well as disclosure of financial interests 

Primary Function:

• Provide expert advisory services in developing and managing partnerships between the City of Johannesburg, businesses, and civil society organizations, ensuring alignment with the City’s Integrated Development Plan (IDP) goals and enhancing community welfare. 

Key Performance Areas: 

• Provide Technical Advisory services on Partnership development 
• Provide Business Strategy Development Advisory Services on Business and Civil Society partnership; 
• Provide Research and Policy Advisory services on Business and Civil Society Partnership; 
• Lead the stakeholder engagement and partnership management services 
• Mobilise and Lead the Capacity Building and Development Services; 
• Provide technical input and contribution to Projects relating to integrated energy; 
• Manage specific administrative and reporting requirements;