Job Vacancies at Amahlathi Local Municipality

• Salary Scale: R707 857.00-R918 841.00 per annum excluding benefits]

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade12
• Bachelor's degree in human resources management/public administration (NQF level 7)
• Minimum of 5 years related working experience in Human Resources Field of which three (3) years must be at supervisory level (preferable in Local Government)
• Certificate in Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP) (added advantage)
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Code EB Drivers Licence

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Leading and managing the human resource and administration personnel to deliver comprehensive Human Resources.
• Measure employee satisfaction and identifying areas that require improvement.
• Monitor the training and development programmes, in conjunction with the HR personnel •Ensure that all municipal policies and procedures are up to- date and in line with relevant legislation.
• Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, jobs description, job evaluation and general basic working conditions.
• Plan, supervise, coordinate and manager work activities of the subordinate staff at HR.
• Cooperate with and provide advice to the Director & Management on issues of HR.
• Identifies and defines the immediate, short- and long-term objectives and plans associated with Section.
• Manages and control functionality of the recruitment, selection, benefit administration, termination functions and develops long and medium-term plans/ objectives, specific policies and procedures.
• Manage, Planning and coordinate Employee Assistance Programme
• Monitor, consult and provide advice and consult on matters pertaining health and safety and Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act.
• Participating in the development of the Service Delivery and Budget Implementation
• Manages and controls procedures and processes associated with maintaining employee relations and industrial peace
• Developing Employment Equity Plan to provide guidance on measures and barriers to employment equity
• Analysing trends, operating requirements and forward plans to establish/determine funding for the period and consolidating the department's operating budget.
• Conducting appraisals to measure performance against agreed objectivities, counselling and consulting with personnel on developmental goals, career paths and, short term targets and standards
• The Amahlathi Municipality is an equal opportunity employer and thus in terms of its approved Employment Equity Plan, persons from previously preference Coloured male, African female/male disadvantaged groups will be given
• Membership of Medical Aid, Pension, Provident or Retirement Fund.
• Annual Leave, in accordance with the standard leave regulations.
• 13th Cheque after completion of one year service.
• Housing Subsidy scheme subject to certain conditions.
• Study bursary and incentive scheme subject to certain conditions.

NB: The covering letter and detailed CV must be attached to the application forms together with certified copies of relevant certificates including ID, driver's License and submitted to: Amahlathi Local Municipality, Corporate Services Department, 14 Long Street, Stutterheim, or post applications to Private Bag X 4002, Stutterheim, 4930.

Closing Date: October 6, 2026

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• The Stipend of R78 000 per annum a Local Government SETA (LGSETA) funded 12-month contract. The Amahlathi Local Municipality is a Category B (Grade 3) Municipality, established in terms of the Municipal Structures Act.
• It encompasses towns of Stutterheim, Cathcart, Keiskammahoek, Kei Road and a number of surrounding rural areas. Municipality invites youth to participate in a Graduate/ Internship programme in the 2026/2027 financial year. The programme period will be for 12 months aimed at providing experiential training to Five (05) youth with National Diploma in the following areas of studies:
• Information Technology (National Diploma)

Further Requirements include:

• Excellent attention to detail, Ability to work in a highly pressurised environment, Good oral and communication skills,
• Ability to multi-task is essential,
• Be computer literate with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency,

Contractual Requirements:

• Successful applicants will be required to follow the Graduate-Internship mentorship programme, skills training and workplace assignments inclusive of working on a rotational basis in the different sections within the department and other related departments or units.
• Non-permanent, 12 month employment contract that will automatically expire at end of the contract period.

NB:

• Interested persons should fill the application form that is available at Corporate Service in Amahlathi Local Municipality Office and website www.amahlathi.gov.za which must be accompanied by a detailed CV together with certified copies of qualifications, other certificates including ID and Drivers' license, to be submitted at: Amahlathi Local Municipality, Corporate Services Department, 14 Long Street, Stutterheim, or post applications to P/ Bag X 4002, STUTTERHEIM, 4930. No late or E-Mailed or Faxed applications will be considered.

Closing Date: 11 September 2026 at 15h30