Jobs at Knysna Municipality

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant 3 year tertiary qualification in Environmental Health or equivalent related to Solid Waste Management
• 8 Years Relevant experience with a minimum of 2 years at supervisory level
• Registered with relevant professional body
• Peace Officer Certificate
• Valid Code EB Driver’s License
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite)
• Compliance with the Municipal Minimum Competencies (MMC) or require same in terms of the exemption within 18 Months from date of appointment.
• Proficiency in English and, at least, one other local Western Cape Language

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Manage, control and coordinate the operations of Integrated Waste Management services of the Knysna Municipality
• Managing and coordinating the elimination of waste by reducing the amount of waste produced in society and helping to eliminate the generation of harmful and persistent waste. (Waste Recycling)
• Managing and coordinating public awareness creation with regard to waste minimisation and recycling campaigns and general waste management
• Manages the formulation of specific contracts and tender documents and controls contractual obligations
• Manage Financial aspects of the Waste Management Division
• Management of Human Resources in the Division line with municipal policies and procedure as well as legislation
• Management of general administration of the division
• Monthly reporting by Division in compliance with various legislation
• Adhering to all safety and health practices and promote good housekeeping on an ongoing basis
• Co-ordinate specific waste management education and awareness initiatives associated with the key performance and result indicators of the functionality
• Provides operational budget, project management and Administration systems, processes and services
• Ensure a clean and healthy environment, through inspections related to illegal dumping in residential areas, open spaces and public facilities

CLOSING DATE: 6 MARCH 2026

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• A Degree in law (LLB advantageous)
• 5 – 8 years relevant legal experience of which, at least two years in a local government environment will be an added advantage
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Package)
• Compliance with the Municipal Minimum Competency (MMC) Financial Management will be an
• advantage
• Proficiency in English and at least one of the other official languages of the Western Cape Province

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Identifies with the broad Legal Services strategy and defines, implements and monitors short-term plans/objectives
• Manage key processes, procedural and legal applications associated with the legal function
• Manage the flow of legal communication/advice/opinion from/to the organisation, media and broader communities
• Align and implement key legal requirements with respect to upholding the image and/or maintaining a positive perception of the Municipality in terms of Litigation Management
• Administer all processes relating to property related matters (acquisition, disposal, leases, administration, donations, servitudes, notarial agreements, deeds of sale and ownership confirmation of properties,mco-ordinate conveyancing processes)
• Management of Human Resources in the Division in line with municipal policies and procedure and applicable legislation
• Provide inputs for budgetary purposes and ensure proper expenditure control measure to promote sound financial management practices
• Supervision of subordinates

CLOSING DATE: 5 MARCH 2026

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification preferably in Development studies, Project management, Urban development or Municipal administration
• 3-5 years relevant experience required
• Computer literacy: MS Office
• Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Compile the Knysna Municipality Five Year IDP (Integrated Development Plan)
• Compile the annual review and/or amend the Municipality IDP
• Compile and process the IDP framework and process plan/time schedule for the municipality
• Arrange strategic work sessions with the Mayoral Committee and Top Management to establish the long-term vision and strategy of the municipality which would inform the IDP
• Facilitate Inter-Governmental Relations meetings with Sector and National departments
• Attend IDP forums and meetings organized by all spheres of government
• Ensure IDP is aligned with Performance Management System
• Assist in compiling the Annual Report of the municipality
• Assist departments with the development of Departmental Plans
• Assist Ward Councillors and Ward Committees with development of Ward Plans
• Facilitate Ward Public Meetings on the draft IDP
• Represent the Municipality at District and Provincial IDP Forums
• Conduct Research on IDP related activities and key government policies and programmes that must align with the IDP
• Supervision of Staff
• Willing to work beyond normal business hours for attendance of IDP related meetings

CLOSING DATE: 21 FEBRUARY 2026