Jobs at South African Local Government Association

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Degree in Human Resources Management or Human Resources Development or Relevant qualification
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience, particularly in the public sector
• At least 3 years’ experience in Skills Development
• 3 years’ relevant experience of which at least 1 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organization;
• A Valid Drivers License and frequent travelling
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector and issues relating to area of speciality
• Sector Knowledge and an understanding of the policy, legislative and regulatory frameworks governing the sector; and in particular those applying to the LG Sector
• Ability to manage in a broad scoped environment is essential

KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS

• Generalist HR Services: Review and refine HR policy Frameworks in municipalities; Support members with the implementation and improvement of HR systems, processes and procedures and to manage the flow of HR information; Improve efficiencies in HR Systems and accuracy of HR MIS; Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of HR strategies and interventions with hands-on support and regular follow-up on progress; Support general appointment processes at municipalities; Support the implementation of PMS interventions inmunicipalities; Facilitate the modernisation of HR processes, systems and information flows and advice internal HR functions on the transition from transactional HR services to becoming a strategic partner; Perform any reasonable task within the HR Space
• Capacity Building and Skills Development & Training Coordination: Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of skills development strategies and interventions with hands-on support and regular follow-up on progress; Facilitate access to financial support for skills development; Remind members of WSP due dates and provide assistance with skills audits and WSP compilation; Assist LGSETA with action required by members on Evaluations of Impact of previous training and existing gaps; Compliance with SDP; Accreditation of facilitators (SAQA/ LGSETA);Maintain and update Facilitator and Mentor database as a means of capturing skills; Administrate and coordinate: ELDP; RPL, Cllr Training on Housing, Cllr Training on Water, LODLOG training SALA-IDA, Cllr Int
• Research and Benchmarking: Collects, categorises and tracks relevant information required for specific tasks and projects. Perform support activities to benchmarking exercises under guidance from senior and Specialists. Under leadership and guidance from Senior Advisors and Specialists, perform desktop research on issues related to municipal challenges within the sector/ professional discipline (Collect data, examine relevance and synthesise). Support the development of National Positions on HR and Capacity Building; Support the gathering and channelling of information to build and update municipal profiles; Provide administrative support with the arrangements of knowledge sharing / peer learning sessions/ presentations to SALGA staff and external stakeholders. May include providing inputs to content and packaging of information for the sessions.
• Representation at IGR & Other For a (lobbying and Advocacy): about HR and Capacity Building challenges and solutions; Attend policy conferences in topics related to area of accountability; Support the Senior advisors to develop content on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA position for mandating. Support the development of reports to the working groups; Understand the national and provincial governance structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Sector/ Professional discipline and key role players in the area of specialisation.
• Support Advice and capacity building: Guide, support and provide advice to municipalities in the areas of focus/ professional discipline in accordance with the programme plan. Provide hands-on support to strengthen municipal capacity/ improve programme implementation; Implement the capacity building strategy and associated programmes in municipalities; Support the representation of municipal ities as the “employer” on national/ provincial LGSETA structures; Coordinate the logistical arrangements for training programmes/ peer learning sessions in the areas of focus/ professional discipline
• Programme Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting: Implement project management methodologies and disciplines; and support the management of the full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E; Ensure that projects are conducted against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone; Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all project records are uploaded into the company knowledge management system. Monitor the movement of donor funds and develop budgets, statements and cashflows: Support the reporting on progress against milestones; Support the preparation of audit files for each project prior to audit
• Stakeholder Management: Within the scope of area of accountability build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/ partnerships in the area of responsibility; Ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders; Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders to ensure programme success and to increase SALGA’s capacity to make an impact; Liaise with related units in various structures (LGSETA), government departments (DPW, DPLG, DPSA, PGWC, Housing, Treasury etc.) and international. Participate in the LGSETA ETQA/ Learner ship/ committee/ UN Habitat LED programme etc. Advice and communicate the signing of MOUs with institutions of higher learning. Networking with International, National, Provincial and Local organizations. Support the creation of reports to communicate about the programme and provide updates for website
• Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the area of responsibility/ professional discipline; Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures; Support the identification and mitigation of organisational and operational risks identified in the area of responsibility/ professional discipline
• Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities; Support organisational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilisation systems and processes. In line with the SALGA organisational culture, align personal and organisational values for improved performance. Support the Executive and Senior Management Team in building a high-performance culture in SALGA. Implement the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis

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Key Performance Areas

• Representing municipalities at conciliation and arbitration 
• Representing Municipalities in disciplinary hearings and incapacity investigations 
• Ensuring proper implementation of policies and programmes with regard to Human Resources within local government 
• Ensuring proper technical and administration support to HR Working Group and SALGA representatives on the SALGBC by convening meetings, compiling agenda, minute writing and report writing 
• Advising committee members (Paralegal) 
• Assist and advise SALGA representatives at the Bargaining Council 
• Prepare reports on assigned areas for the Unit and National HR Working Group of SALGA 
• Obtain mandates from municipalities for bargaining purposes 
• Attend SALGBC Divisional Bargaining Council meetings bi-monthly, advices SALGA representatives 
• Collect and process mandates from municipalities for bargaining purposes 
• Provide support to Municipalities 
• Represent municipalities in the CCMA and SALGBC
• Respond to written and telephonic queries of municipalities in Province 
• Deal with Disciplinary Hearings and incapacity investigations 
• Ensure roll-out and implementation of policies and programs with regard to HR and LR within local government in the province 
• Represent SALGA as well as municipalities at relevant industrial relations forums/structures 
• Provide training to municipalities on developments at National Level and important court decisions
• Conduct presentations on relevant topics at appropriate forums when requested by Municipalities

Qualifications and experience

• A Degree in Labour Relations or Human Resources / Law or equivalent 
• Admission as an Attorney/Advocate will be an advantage 
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant working experience operating in a public environment sector 
• Knowledge / understanding of how Local Government operates
• Expert knowledge of related legislation such as Employment Equity Act,Skills Development Act, Labour Relations Act and Basic Conditions of Employment Act 
• Expert knowledge of municipal policies
• Expert knowledge of the Local, government political and strategic agenda 
• A valid code 08 driver’s license

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Relevant Degree in Finance or Accounting;
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience of which at least 1 years have been at an equivalent level within a medium to large sized organisation;
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector and issues relating to area of speciality;
• Sound track-record and experience in a local government finance essential;
• Proven knowledge of the MFMA and other relevant local government finance legislation;

KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS

• Audit and Financial Management support: Support the Senior Advisor to assist municipalities in improving matters relating to local government finance, with a particular focus on Municipal Audit Support: Monitor, analyse and report on municipalities identified to be in the red Zone. Implement the Municipal Audit Support Programme of SALGA and Track progress
• Research and Benchmarking: Conduct analysis on municipalities and provide guidance in respect of possible improvements – Section 71 & 106 reports from Treasury; MPACs; Municipal Audit Outcomes by AG; Municipal Quarterly finance Reports Collects, categorises and tracks relevant information required for specific tasks and projects.
• Perform support activities to benchmarking exercises under guidance from senior and Specialists. Under leadership and guidance from Senior Advisors and Specialists, perform desktop research on issues related to municipal challenges within the sector/ professional discipline (Collect data, examine relevance and synthesise) Support the gathering and channeling of information to build and update municipal profiles.
• Provide administrative support with the arrangements of knowledge sharing / peer learning sessions/ presentations to SALGA staff and external stakeholders. May include providing inputs to content and packaging of information for the sessions
• Representation at IGR & Other For a (lobbying and Advocacy): Represent municipalities at relevant forums/ meetings/ committees within the sector/ professional discipline. Attend policy conferences in topics related to area of accountability. Support the Senior advisors to develop content on a number of complex issues relevant to a SALGA position for mandating. Support the development of reports to the working groups.
• Understand the national and provincial governance structures of SALGA and the institutional structures of the Sector/ Professional discipline and key role players in the area of specialization. Represent SALGA and the Municipalities at relevant at various IGR and other Fora to protect the interests of municipalities / LG Sector; and to disrupt structural form, policy or legislative frameworks in a particular sector, where it hinders municipal performance;
• Support Advice and Capacity Building: Guide, support and provide advice to municipalities in the areas of Audit Support and financial Management in accordance with the programme plan. Provide hands-on support to strengthen municipal capacity/ improve programme implementation. Implement the capacity building strategy and associated programmes in municipalities. Support the representation of municipalities as the “employer” on national/ provincial LGSETA structures. Coordinate the logistical arrangements for training programmes/ peer learning sessions in the areas of focus/ professional discipline
• Programme Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting: Implement project management methodologies and disciplines; and support the management of the full project cycle on assigned projects including M&E. Ensure that projects are conducted against contract specification and payments are based on agreed milestone. Maintain records as per SALGA policy and ensure that all project records are uploaded into the company knowledge management system. Support the reporting on progress against milestones. Support the preparation of audit files for each project prior to audit
• Stakeholder Management: Within the scope of area of accountability build and maintain relevant stakeholder relationships/ partnerships in the area of responsibility. Ensure appropriate and timely communications with all stakeholders. Build partnerships with relevant stakeholders to ensure programme success and to increase SALGA’s capacity to make an impact. Support the creation of reports to communicate about the programme and provide updates for website
• Governance, Compliance and Risk Management: Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the area of responsibility/ professional discipline. Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures. Support the identification and mitigation of organisational and operational risks identified in the area of responsibility/ professional discipline
• Teamwork: Work as a multi-disciplinary and integrated team to find possible solutions to complex challenges in municipalities. Support organisational priorities and the implementation of resource mobilisation systems and processes.
• In line with the SALGA organisational culture, align personal and organisational values for improved performance. Support the Executive and Senior Management Team in building a high-performance culture in SALGA. Implement the performance management and development processes in SALGA to drive high performance on an ongoing basis.