Jobs at Nkangala District Municipality

The NDM is committed to the improvement of the physical, socio-economic and institutional environment in order to address triple challenges through sustainable development and service excellence.

• To promote and pursue key national, Provincial and local development goals as enriched in vision 2030
• To be inclusive and caring org...
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  • Open Jobs
    1. Fire Reservist X3
    2. EPWP Data Capturer
    3. Development Control Planner
    4. Communicaion Intern
    5. Divisional Manager: Projects
    6. Company Secretary
  • Method of Application

  Fire Reservist X3

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Matric
  • Experience
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Safety and Environment / HSE 

  STIPEND

  R63 179.00 per annum
  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Grade 12
  • Basic Ambulance Assistance
  • Fire Fighter 1 and 2
  • Hazmat Operations and Awareness
  • Hazmat Awareness and Operations
  • Valid Registration with Health Professional Council of South Africa
  • Valid Driver’s license EC

  EXPERIENCE

  • NONE

  DUTIES:

  • Respond to incidents to render emergency and other relevant services
  • Perform watch room duties
  • Complete register and take corrective actions
  • Complete documentation of incidents as required
  • Act within legal requirement e.g OHS Act
  • Maintain registration and skills required to perform functions

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  EPWP Data Capturer

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Bachelors , Matric , National Certificate
  • Experience
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Administration / Secretarial 

  REFERENCE NUMBER

  • NDM/PED/44/07/2025

  DURATION

  • Two years fixed contract

  STIPEND

  R63 179.00 per annum
  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Grade 12
  • National diploma (NQF Level 6) in Office Administration, secretarial, Public Management/Office Management/Management Assistant or equivalent
  • Certificate or National Diploma in Computer Literacy

  NB: THIS OPPORTUNITY IS PREFERABLE FOR A FEMALE YOUTH 18-35 YEARS, PEOPLE RESING WITHN NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY AND SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZEN ONLY
  EXPERIENCE

  • Excellent organizational, administration and computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Be able to read and write in English
  • A qualifying candidate must be physically strong and be between the ages of 18 and 35 years
  • Must be unemployed or never been employed
  • Candidate must not be participating or have participated in any EPWP programme before
  • Strong attention to details
  • A team leader and team player, able to work in multidisciplinary

  DUTIES:

  • Coordination of EPWP projects reporting in the organization across all four sectors of the programme, environment, infrastructure, non-state, and social sector
  • Operating the ER-system of the National Department of Public Works to report all the EPWP jobs on-line into the system
  • Filling all documents related to EPWP reporting of the projects for Pre-Audit and Auditing purposes
  • Facilitating the EPWP reports and to ensure that all the work opportunities are correctly reported on the ER system of EPWP
  • Serve as the Secretariat to the external and internal EPWP meetings
  • Draw different types of reports from th Eepwp ER system for the EPWP champion and management
  • Update all registered EPWP projects on a monthly basis for Council reporting to improve FTEs’ performance of the institution
  • Ensure that every work opportunity created by the council is reported on the EPWP system
  • Compilation of progress reports on projects that are reported in the system
  • Ensure that training conducted by the municipality is reported accordingly
  • Ensure that EPWP reports are accurate and submitted on time
  • Registration and reporting of EPWP employees on the reporting system
  • Processing of EPWP contracts
  • Processing of payment schedule (stipends)
  • Keeping of EPWP records including financial statements for all stipends paid
  • Check data completeness, consistency and data verification by liaising with the Assistant Manager LED and EPWP Champion

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  Development Control Planner

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification Bachelors , Matric
  • Experience 2 - 5 years
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Project Management 

  REFERENCE NUMBER

  • NDM/PED/38/08/2025

  POST LEVEL

  • 4/9

  SALARY SCALE

  • R 554 690, R568 633, R582 805 p.a (Plus Contribution to Medical Aid, Pension Fund, Group Life, Housing, Cellphone and travelling allowance of 650km per month)

  REQUIREMENTS

  • Grade 12 (Matric)
  • Preferably a B Degree in Town Planning
  • Working towards or completed registration as a professional planner
  • Computer literacy: MS Office
  • Knowledge of Geographic Information system will be an added advantage
  • Valid Drivers License

  EXPERIENCE

  • 2-5 years experience required

  DUTIES:

  • Liaise and assist in coordinating projects between national. Provincial and local government
  • Assist with implementing Integrated Development Planning (IDP)
  • Compilation of reports and recommendations to District Planning Tribunal
  • To provide strategic planning and development services
  • Administration of public participation processes
  • Process applications for new township developments, land development proposals, and changes in land in terms of Planning Legislation and By-Laws
  • Processing and responding to internal and outgoing correspondence
  • Contribute to and interpretation of the Municipal Spatial Development Framework
  • Interpretation and enforcement of the Zoning Scheme Regulations
  • Give professional advice to the public and potential developers

  CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

  Knowledge and Skills

  • Exceptional analytical, administrative, communication and report writing skills required
  • Must have a good sound understanding of government, strategies, policies and legislations
  • Sound knowledge and understanding of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) and Spatial Development Framework (SDF) processes.

  Planning and Organising

  • Develops integrated plans for the work unit and others that interface with the department’s budget
  • Attends to and manages multiple tasks and details by focusing on key priorities and delegation to others;
  • Develops scenarios on projects; and
  • Assists others to plan and organise their work.

  Monitoring and Reporting

  • Provides guidance in the planning of the IDP process plan;
  • Monitors and reports on processes related to the development of the IDP; and

  FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

  INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

   

  • Able to provide data and information, trends analyses and contextual information for Municipality and related reporting;
  • Able to prepare and undertake presentations to Municipality and external groups.

  PERSONAL COMPETENCIES

  ACCOUNTABILITY AND ETHICAL CONDUCT

  • Presents ideas and beliefs in a manner which is consistent with the rules and regulations of the organisation /department; and
  • Acts decisively against corrupt and dishonest conduct.

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  Communicaion Intern

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Bachelors , Matric
  • Experience
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Internships / Volunteering  , Media / Advertising / Branding 

  REFERENCE NUMBER

  • NDM/CS/45/08/2025

  DURATION

  • Two years fixed contract

  STIPEND

  • R63 179.00 per annum

  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Grade 12 (Matric),
  • Degree (NQF Level 7) in Communication Science/BA Communication
  • Applicant must be unemployed, recently qualified and be residing within Nkangala district Municipality

  EXPERIENCE

  • None

  DUTIES:

  • Implementation of the communication strategy and the integrated communication plan
  • Coordinate the development of calender of event
  • Communicate and disseminate information of NDM activities, events, and programmes to relevant stakeholders, internal and external
  • Communicate and disseminate on Council resolutions and policies to stakeholders through various media platforms and channels

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  Divisional Manager: Projects

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Bachelors , Matric
  • Experience 5 - 8 years
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Engineering / Technical  , Project Management 

  REFERENCE NUMBER

  • NEDA/CS01/08/2025

  POST LEVEL

  • 3

  DURATION

  • Fixed Term Contract (5 Years)

  SALARY SCALE

  • R985 012.00 (Total cost to company)

  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • Grade 12
  • A relevant BEng or BSC (Eng) engineering degree
  • Eligibility for registration as a Pr-Eng.
  • Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
  • Computer literacy: MS Office
  • Code C1 Driver’s License

  EXPERIENCE

  • The candidate must have 5-8 years or more of relevant experience in civil construction and maintenance projects management, 3 of which must be in the Local Government. Ability to analyse and provide correct visual assessment on infrastructure projects. Ability to interpret Geographical
  • Information Systems (GIS) data.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  Project Management

  • Provide advice to management on infrastructure related projects by:
  • Reviewing infrastructure projects based on the community needs.
  • Preparing reports to the board on infrastructure projects.
  • Providing all infrastructure projects implementation reports.
  • To ensure the provision of project management input into the infrastructure service delivery programme of the entity to communities.

  Project Budget Planning

  Provide planning services for the infrastructure projects by:

  • Developing the annual budget for all the infrastructure projects.
  • Developing procurement plans for all infrastructure projects.
  • Identification of infrastructure projects scope of work.
  • Costing of infrastructure projects on a yearly basis.
  • Ensuring adherence on quality standards by service providers.
  • To ensure the budgeting and syncing of project scheduling with procurement processes, and to ensure value for money associated with adhering to timelines.

  Project Implementation and Monitoring

  • Monitor implementation of projects as per approved scope, budget, and standards (following principles of PMBOK)
  • Attend, co-ordinate and report on infrastructure provision meetings.
  • Prepare for infrastructure project monthly meetings as per board’s approved schedule of meetings (i.e. preparation of reports and agenda).
  • Attend sectoral planning meetings, including IDP process meetings.
  • To ensure that projects are implemented as per schedule, within regulatory framework, and as per community needs.

  Quality Assurance

  • Develop and implement standards and specifications for infrastructure projects.
  • To ensure infrastructure projects meet quality standards.
  • Develop and implement contract management systems, including the following:
  • Electronic project management and monitoring system.
  • Approval, payment, and monitoring of payment certificates.
  • Compliance with applicable legislation and board policies, e.g., CIDB, Occupational Health and Safety, Procurement, Environmental, and MFMA.
  • Performance Management Systems for service providers and technicians.
  • Project design appraisal and specifications on roads and storm water, buildings, bridges, and electricity.
  • To ensure the provision of contract management services to infrastructure projects, and adherence to the regulatory framework.

  Capacity Building

  • Support and build capacity of technicians and service providers in project management.
  • To ensure continuous learning for technicians employed by the entity and service providers.

  Project Financial Management

  • Prepare a departmental budgeting and compilation of the Business Plan in compliance with approved Strategy.
  • Attend to Supply Chain Management responsibilities as delegated.
  • To ensure prudent financial management associated with the implementation of infrastructure projects.

  Business Plan Development for Bankable Projects

  • Lead the preparation, evaluation, and finalisation of comprehensive business plans for capital and operational projects, ensuring they are financially viable (“bankable”) and aligned with organisational objectives.
  • This includes conducting feasibility studies, developing financial models, assessing risks, engaging stakeholders, and preparing documentation to secure funding from public or private sources.

  Last Date to Apply : 03 Sep, 2025

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  Company Secretary

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Bachelors
  • Experience 5 - 10 years
  • Location Mpumalanga
  • Job Field Law / Legal 

  REFERENCE NUMBER

  • NEDA/CS01/07/2025

  POST LEVEL

  • 2

  DURATION

  • Fixed Term Contract (5 Years)

  SALARY SCALE

  • R1 210 432.00 (Total cost to company)

  QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • A minimum of a Law degree or equivalent qualification.

  EXPERIENCE

  • A minimum of 5 to 10 years’ Company Secretarial experience, Extensive knowledge of Corporate Governance, Company Law, MFMA, MSA, Risk Management Framework, King IV and King Code, Treasury Regulations. Certified Chartered Secretary (CIS) qualification would be advantageous. Understanding of government environment both at national, provincial and local sphere. Sound proven leadership qualities.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The role will be responsible to develop an annual working plan for the business unit in line with the overarching Business Strategy.
  • Develop Charters for Board and sub-committees. Develop the Governance Framework to plan, direct and coordinate NEDA’s governance activities to ensure that governance practices are consistent and aligned to applicable legislation and regulations. Provide guidance and support to the NEDA Board, its committee(s) and the Executive Management on corporate governance.
  • Establish terms of reference for the Board inclusive of function requirements and levels of authority. Develop an annual schedule of Board and respective sub-committee meetings and circulate to members.
  • Monitor the implementation of Board resolutions and legal compliance requirements to always ensure compliance and keep the Board informed on the status and progress.
  • Act as liaison between management and the Board and the Shareholder.
  • Continuously facilitate the training of Board members and actively raising awareness around Corporate Social Responsibility and the Ethics Code.

  Method of Application

  Interested and qualified? Go to Nkangala District Municipality on www.nkangaladm.gov.za to apply

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