Job Vacancies at Eastern Cape Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs

Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, plus undergraduate qualification (NQ level 6) in Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relations. Three to Five (3-5) years’ experience at supervisory level (7/8) as a Principal Communication Officer or equivalent ranks within Corporate Communication environment. 

Duties

• Promote the effective implementation of Local Government Communication System in Municipalities and Traditional Leadership Institutions. Gather, write and edit news articles for internal, external newsletter and any other departmental publications. Update Social and Electronic Media platforms. Render translation services as and when required. Advise management on new media and communication trends. Render photographic and online services during departmental and government events. Responsible for efficient management of  staff including training, maintenance of discipline, promotion of sound labour relations and proper use of state property.

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Requirements

• A National Senior Certificate, An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6/7)  in Monitoring & Evaluation/Internal Audit/Public Administration. Three (03) to Five (05) years relevant experience in a Monitoring and Evaluation/Auditing/Strategic Planning environment at a junior managerial level (Level 7 & 8 or equivalent). 

Duties

• Assist in the effective implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks, guidelines, and policies. Assist in coordinating, developing, and maintaining M&E plans for departmental programmes and projects to ensure alignment with the Department’s objectives and priorities. Participate in the formulation and execution of project and programme reviews, evaluations, and assessments to measure progress and outcomes. Assist in the preparation and presentation of periodic M&E reports to programme managers. Assist in developing and maintain performance monitoring tools, learning frameworks, and reporting instruments in compliance with departmental strategic and annual performance plans.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, plus undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6)  in Public Management/ Management/Public Administration/Monitor and Evaluation. Three to Five (3-5) years’ experience at supervisory level 7/8 in strategic management/planning.

Duties

• Coordinate and prepare inputs/presentations and feedback regarding the strategic, annual performance plan and operational plan for COGTA. Assist with the research or review or development of relevant departmental policies pertaining to COGTA procedures to the relevant role players. Facilitate, coordinate, develop, present and maintain strategic and annual planning processes. Coordinate the development, maintain and submission of strategic, annual performance plan and operational plans. Compile reports.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Senior Certificate plus undergraduate qualification (NQF level7)  in Urban/Town and Regional Planning or relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with South African Council of Planners (SACPLAN) as a professional Town and Regional Planner on appointment. Three (3) years post qualification Town and Regional Planning experience required Computer literacy: Microsoft word, Excell and Power Point. Valid driver’s license is required.

Duties

• Monitor and support municipalities to ensure effective Spatial planning in line with Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA) and other relevant land related legislations. Manage and motivate allocated resources to ensure that they align and realise the Directorates objectives and Departmental goals.
• Assist in capacitating municipalities to administer land use management in line with SPLUMA. Assist in managing and controlling budget/ cash flow of the respective District in line with financial management prescripts, PFMA. Support the Directorate to identify, analyse and resolve risks.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Senior Certificate, plus undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6/7) in Monitoring & Evaluation/Internal Audit/ Public Administration. Three (03) to Five (05) years at an Assistant director /Junior Level relevant experience in a Monitoring and Evaluation/Auditing/Strategic Planning environment. Code 08 (EB) valid Driver’s Licence.

Duties

• Coordinate the effective implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks, guidelines, and policies. Coordinate, develop, and maintain M&E plans for departmental programmes and projects to ensure alignment with the Department’s objectives and priorities. Lead and participate in the formulation and execution of project and programme reviews, evaluations, and assessments to measure progress and outcomes. Prepare and present periodic M&E reports to programme managers. Develop and maintain performance monitoring tools, learning frameworks, and reporting instruments in compliance with departmental strategic and annual performance plans.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

•  ABET Level 4 (NQF1-3). Good Interpersonal Skills. Excellent Communication Skills (Verbal and written). Ability to operate a photocopy machine. Ability to work under pressure. Sound interpersonal relations and good customer care. Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Duties

• Operate the photocopier machines (adhere to the stipulations and safe measures as presented by the Occupational, Health and Safety Act). Make photocopies for staff. Report any malfunctioning of photocopier machines to supervisor. Keep records of photocopier machine activities. Scanning of documents. Binding and laminating of documents. Deliver Photostats etc. to designated destinations. Provide counter service. Receive the request form & documents. Record documents received & delivered in a register. Contact client or deliver when documents are ready. Attend to counter queries. Maintenance on the photocopier machine. Perform minor maintenance the photocopier machine. Identify record and arrange for the repair of defect to the machine. Arrange for the servicing of & repair to the machine. Arrange for installation, moving of reprographic machinery. Undertake the general maintenance & cleaning of the machine. Ensure that photocopying material & equipment are stored securely. Arrange for the re-ordering of copy papers, staples and toners.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• ABET level 4 (Grade 9) / NQF level 1-3. Computer literacy Microsoft office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Code 8 valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Sweeping, mopping, taking out trash and cleaning communal areas like kitchens and rest rooms. Setting up coffee/tea /drink stations and providing refreshments during meetings and workshops. Assist requesting office supplies and cleaning materials. Arrange boardroom layout, moving furniture and cleaning venues before and after gatherings / meetings

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Requirements

• National Higher Certificate/Diploma (NQF Level 5) with no experience or Senior Certificate (NQF level 4). 1 (one) to two (2) years’ experience. Computer literacy Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Valid Code   8 Driver’s License. Preference will be given to applicants residing in the area of jurisdiction of the Traditional Councils. 

Duties

• Coordinate meetings between Traditional Council and other stakeholders. Coordinate Traditional Council meetings. Provide secretarial support in meetings of Traditional Councils. Promote cooperative governance between Traditional Council, Municipalities, and other stakeholders. Facilitate Involvement of Traditional Councils in identification of community needs and involvement of traditional community in development or amendment of integrated development plan of the municipality under the jurisdiction of the Traditional Council.
• Facilitate participation of Traditional Council in development of policies and by-laws at local level. Facilitate and coordinate meetings of the Traditional Council with Traditional Community. Promote compliance by Traditional Leaders and Traditional Council members with all available pieces of legislation and policies. Manage finances including cash management of Traditional Council funds, financial statements, monthly returns, vouchers for payment, compilation of estimates of revenue and expenditure. Manage records/documents of Traditional Councils.

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Requirements

• National Senior Certificate plus undergraduate qualification in BSC or B-Tech degree (NQF Level 7) in the Engineering field. Six (6) years’ experience as a Project Manager in the local government environment. 

Duties

• Coordinating the PMST3 (Provincial Infrastructure Support technical task  team) district based municipal infrastructure support programmes. Monitoring and evaluating the performance of municipalities in implementing the infrastructure management programmes (Planning, Capex and Opex programme). Coordinate and report quarterly Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Portfolio of Evidence (PoE), Operational Plan (OP) Key Performance Indicators. Championing the MIS directorate sector: Provincial Infrastructure Steering Committee (PISC). Assessing the quarterly performance of the Subordinates, identifying capacity gaps, skills deficiencies and recommending training needs in line with PMDS guidelines.   

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Requirements

• National Senior Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification in Town and Regional Planning/Urban and Regional Planning/Spatial planning (NQF leve7) as recognised by SAQA. 6 years’ post- qualification experience in Town and Regional Planning. Compulsory registration with SACPLAN as a professional Town and Regional Planner on appointment. Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint (MSOffice). Driver’s License. Three year’s middle management experience in Spatial Planning & Land Use Management.

Duties

• Monitor and support municipalities to ensure effective Spatial planning in line with Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act 16 of 2013 (SPLUMA) and other relevant land related legislations. Strategic spatial planning at provincial level (inclusive of co-ordination of planning activities between the 3 spheres of government and other stakeholders). Manage allocated resources to ensure that they align and realize the Directorates objectives and Departmental goals. Manage subordinates’ key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives. Allocate, monitor, control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management in line with financial management prescripts, PFMA. Support the Directorate to identify, analyse and resolve risks.

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Requirements

• National Senior Certificate plus (NQF Level 8) postgraduate in Local Governance, Public Administration, Public Management, Administration as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 8 years’ experience at Senior Management level, at least three (3) of which must be any Organ of State as defined by the Constitution. Pre-entry Certificate for the SMS endorsed by NSG. Microsoft Office (Word,Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint). A valid Code 8 driver’s llicense. Previous experience in the local government environment will be an added advantage.

Duties

• Provide & drive strategic direction for the branch and ensurethe formulation and implementation of strategic policies which will enable the branch administration to successfully fulfill its role in supporting the Municipalities: Ensure promotion of good governance and sound municipal administration. Ensure monitoring and facilitation of effective municipal administration and capacity building. Ensure coordination of the evaluation and assessment of local government capacity.
• Ensure monitoring and facilitation of municipal finances, supply chain management and valuation services. Ensure provision of information technology, system support and integration services to Municipalities. Ensure coordination and provision of capacity building initiatives. Enhance governance through public participation, Integrated Development Planning, Rapid Response and Stakeholder Management: Enhance governance through public participation and community development Ensure development of policy framework to promote, facilitate and coordinate rapid response and Stakeholder Management and co-ordination of intergovernmental and district operations services within municipal areas. 
• Ensure development of policy framework to promote, facilitate, strengthen and monitor-municipal IDP’s. Oversee Municipal Operations Management, Employee Relations and Wellness and Human Resource Planning and Development: Oversee and monitor implementation of operations management and Organisational Development in Municipalities. Oversee and monitor implementation of Employee Relations and Wellness in Municipalities Oversee and monitor implementation of Human Resource Planning and Development in Municipalities. Ensure coordination of district operation services: Ensure promotion of intergovernmental relations and coordination of district offices and integration. Manage the allocated resources of the Branch.

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Requirements

• Grade 10/Standard 8. Two (2) years’ experience as a driver. Valid code 14 drivers’ license with PDP.

Duties

• Provide driving/messenger services for small vehicles and trucks. Maintain accurate and up to date schedule trip sheets, i.e. log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption. Perform daily trip and post trip vehicle inspection to ensure that the vehicle is always in the best condition. Collect and distribute documents. Ensure proper and secure control over movement of documents. Report incidents and accidents timeously and compile vehicle condition reports and other records required by Management. Report vehicle faults to call centre and ensure vehicle maintenance is carried out.