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QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Accounting, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting or an equivalent financial qualification. Bachelor's Degree (NQF Level 7) in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Valid Code B Driver's Licence.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2–3 years' relevant experience in Asset Management or Municipal Finance.
• Experience in a Local Government environment will be an added advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Good financial management and accounting skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Good numerical and reconciliation skills.

KNOWLEDGE

• Sound knowledge of the Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (Act No. 56 of 2003).
• Knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP), including GRAP 17, GRAP 31 and GRAP 103.
• Knowledge of Municipal Asset Transfer Regulations.
• Knowledge of National Treasury Municipal Budget and Reporting Regulations.
• Knowledge of depreciation, impairment, revaluation and asset verification processes.
• Understanding of the Municipal Systems Act and other applicable local government legislation.
• Knowledge of internal controls, risk management and audit processes.

DUTIES

• Maintaining an updated Assets Register through updating the assets inventory list and highlighting any changes to the inventory and updating on the main Assets Register.
• Capturing the required identification data of all assets received/ purchased/ transferred by electronically inputting data and doing bar-coding as per the Asset Management Policy.
• Electronically inputs the required data on the Assets Register that segregates the Assets According to their Value, to ensure that this information is up to date and accurate information is maintained as per prescriptions of the Asset Management Policy.
• Assist in compiling monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Compiling capitalization and write-off journals.
• Knowledge of Municipal Asset Transfer Regulations.
• Verifying that yearly condition assessments are carried out on assets.
• Performing reconciliation between Asset Management System and General Ledger.
• Ensuring proper calculation of Depreciation against the asset (straight method).
   

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent
• B. Tech/ Honors Degree in Town/Urban & Reginal Planning NQF Level 7 or equivalent qualification
• Registered or eligible to register with South African Council of Town & Regional Planners
• Computer literate – Office Applications.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2–3 years’ relevant experience.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Excellent report writing and technical drafting skills.
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies and planning frameworks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Professionalism, integrity and sound judgement.
• Computer literacy, including GIS and Microsoft Office applications.

KNOWLEDGE

• Sound knowledge of Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act, 2013 (Act No. 16 of 2013) (SPLUMA).
• Sound knowledge of municipal land use planning processes and development application procedures.
• Knowledge of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) and Spatial Development Framework (SDF) processes.
• Knowledge of town and regional planning principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications.
• Understanding of the Municipal Systems Act, Municipal Structures Act and other applicable local government legislation.
• Knowledge of research methodologies, planning policies and development control.
• Understanding of environmental and sustainable development principles.

DUTIES

• Assist with the implementation and review of the Municipal Spatial Development Framework (SDF), Land Use Scheme and other spatial planning initiatives.
• Process and evaluate land use and development applications in accordance with SPLUMA, municipal by-laws, policies and other applicable legislation.
• Conduct site inspections and planning investigations to support decision-making on development applications.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations and Council submissions relating to planning and land use matters.
• Assist with the preparation, implementation and monitoring of Integrated Development Plan (IDP) spatial planning components.
• Compile, maintain and update planning records, land use registers and GIS databases.
• Undertake planning research, data collection and spatial analysis to support planning projects and policy development.
• Provide planning advice and technical support to internal departments, developers, consultants and members of the public.
• Participate in public participation processes and stakeholder engagements relating to planning projects and development applications.
• Ensure compliance with applicable planning legislation, municipal policies and planning standards.
• Assist in the preparation of strategic planning documents, precinct plans and local area development plans.
• Perform any other planning-related duties as delegated by the Manager.
   

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 10 or NQF equivalent.
• National Certificate or Higher Certificate (NQF Level 5) in Waste Management, Environmental Management, or a related field.
• Valid Code C1 (10) Driver's Licence with a valid PrDP.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 1–2 years' relevant experience in landfill or waste management operations.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Good supervisory and people management skills.
• Good planning, organising and coordination skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good report writing and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to enforce policies, procedures and safety standards.
• High level of responsibility, integrity and accountability.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications.

KNOWLEDGE

• Sound knowledge of landfill operations and waste disposal practices.
• Knowledge of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act, 2008 (Act No. 59 of 2008).
• Knowledge of landfill permit/licence conditions and environmental compliance.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993).
• Knowledge of waste minimisation, recycling and integrated waste management principles
• Understanding of plant, machinery and equipment utilised at landfill sites.

DUTIES

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the municipal landfill site in accordance with approved operational procedures and licence conditions.
• Plan, allocate, supervise and monitor the work of landfill personnel.
• Ensure compliance with landfill licence conditions, environmental legislation, municipal by-laws and operational standards.
• Monitor waste acceptance procedures and ensure that only authorised waste is disposed of at the landfill site.
• Coordinate waste compaction, covering and disposal activities to maximise landfill airspace and operational efficiency.
• Conduct routine inspections of the landfill site and identify operational, environmental and safety risks.
• Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and promote a safe working environment.
• Supervise the utilisation and maintenance of landfill plant, machinery, equipment and infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate records of waste quantities, site activities, equipment utilisation, incidents and daily operational reports.
• Promote recycling, waste diversion and environmental awareness initiatives.
• Perform any other duties related to landfill operations as delegated by the Manager.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• National Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Public Management/Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Developmental Studies, or an equivalent three (3) year qualification (NQF Level 6/7).
• Valid Code B Driver's Licence.

EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) to three (3) years' relevant experience in Performance Management System (PMS) administration, Human
• Resources, Organisational Development, or a related field.
• Experience within Local Government will be an added advantage.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act 32 of 2000).
• Knowledge of the Municipal Performance Regulations for Municipal Managers and Managers Directly Accountable to Municipal Managers.
• Understanding of the Municipal Planning and Performance Management Regulations.
• Knowledge of Integrated Development Planning (IDP) and Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Plan (SDBIP) processes.
• Knowledge of Performance Management Systems and organisational performance monitoring.
• Knowledge of relevant labour legislation and public sector governance principles.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications.

DUTIES

• Coordinates, processes and updates information related to activities associated with the PMS functionality.
• Attend to the administrative recording, reporting and recordkeeping requirements within the Performance Management unit.
• Extracts information and prepare specific reports and forwards to relevant departments or stakeholders for performance monitoring purposes.
• Implement specific activities associated with providing support to line functions on the requirement for performance management and reporting.
• Participate in the preparations and coordination of performance assessments and meetings related to performance management.
• Compiling notices, agendas and minutes of functional meetings and attending to the circulation.
• Data capturing on the Performance Management System for reporting purposes.
• Assist in information gathering for the compilation of various performance reports.
• Attend to suppliers’ invoices, preparing requisitions and submitting for payments

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 equivalent.
• National Diploma/ BCom (NQF Level 6/ Level 7) in Accounting, Internal Auditing, Taxation or equivalent qualification.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office applications, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Municipal Financial Management Programme (MFMP)
• Valid Code B Driver's Licence.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2–3 years' relevant experience in Finance section (Revenue Billing).
• Experience in a Local Government environment will be an added advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Good financial management and accounting skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Good numerical and reconciliation skills.

KNOWLEDGE

• Sound knowledge of the Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003 (Act No. 56 of 2003).
• Knowledge of the Municipal Systems Act, 2000 (Act No. 32 of 2000), particularly provisions relating to revenue management and customer care.
• Knowledge of municipal tariffs, rates and service charges.
• Knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and municipal accounting principles.
• Knowledge of National Treasury Municipal Budget and Reporting Regulations.
• Understanding of municipal financial systems and billing software.

DUTIES

• Analysing and approving revenue recording processes referring to information detailed in supporting documentation and resolving deviations from procedures.
• Providing support with regards to the consolidation of Income transactional information to facilitate the production of Financial Statements.
• Preparing statistical reports depicting short to medium term cash flow trends inclusive of explanations to support specific deviations.
• Interacting with the internal/ external auditors and makes available information, supporting documentation and proofs of approval guiding specific recordings, adjustments and allocation of Account receivable transactions.
• Coordinates specific administrative and financial sequencies associated with tariffs.
• Administer and maintain the municipal billing system to ensure accurate and timely billing of all municipal services.
• Verify, process and reconcile consumer accounts, tariffs and billing transactions.
• Process billing corrections, rebates, reversals and account amendments in accordance with approved policies.
• Reconcile billing income to the General Ledger and investigate variances.