Latest Openings at Umzinyathi District Municipality

REQUIREMENTS:

• B Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent, Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in Human Resources Management, including 2 years in a supetvisory role. The candidate must have extensive knowledge in Recruitment and Selection, Individual Performance Management System (IPMS), Skills Development, Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP), Labour Relations, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). The candidate must possess a thorough lmowledge of South African labour legislation and demonstrate strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and payroll systems. Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels. A valid Code 8 or 10 Driving Licence is required

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated strategic skills in the development and implementation of HR strategy in small/medium sized organisation.
• Understanding of complexity of diversity and discrimination across all factors, including but not limited to class, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, culture and religion
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with all team members and stakeholders
• Proven ability to juggle a complex workload, prioritise effectively, take the initiative, problem solve, be flexible, and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to build consensus, facilitate collaboration and problem-solving and manage conflict among varied stakeholders in matrixed environments.

KEY RESPONSmILITIES/ DUTIES

• Provide strategic leadership and oversee the Human Resource Unit to ensure effective delivery of HR functions.
• Manage recruitment and selection processes, including appointments, terminations, and adherence to HR policies and legislation.
• Oversee payroll and leave administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies and legislation.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the  Individual Performance Management System (IPMS) to drive employee performance and accountability.
• Develop and improve IPMS processes and tools to ensure alignment with organisational goals and performance standards.
• Coordinate skills development programmes for staff and councillors, ensuring compliance with the Skills Development Act and reporting on training and employment equity.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of the HR budget, including management of staff bursaries.
• Promote a safe and healthy workplace by overseeing Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) initiatives in line with legislation.
• Develop and monitor OHS policies and programmes to proactively prevent workplace incidents and ensure compliance.
• Ensure effective labour relations by managing grievances, investigating misconduct, presiding over disciplinary hearings, and representing the Municipality at the CCMA and Bargaining Council.
• Develop, review, and implement organisational policies aligned with the SALGBC Collective Agreement and labour legislation.
• Manage and implement the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support employee well­ being and productivity.
• Promote awareness and utilisation of the EAP to improve employee morale, reduce absenteeism, and support mental health initiatives.
• Provide professional HR advice and guidance to management and employees on labour relations, policies, payroll, leave, pension, and other human resource matters.

Deadline:11th November,2025

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Incumbent must have a Grade 12; a B Degree / Advanced Diploma in Finacial Accounting/Cost and Management Accounting/Taxation /Public Finance NQF level 7, a Valid driving license, Municipal Financial Management Program (MFMP) Certificate.3-5 Years relevant experience in Financial environment of which 1 year must be Assets related experience, must be vvilling to work outside normal working hours when required, and meet deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES

• Planning and management of all Municipal Assets in conjunction with the user department's reliable sources of goods and services required, negotiating short- and long-term supply/ service contracts with suppliers, obtaining "Best Value for Money" in the procurement of goods and services, identifying and managing risk of supplier default with contingency planning, and liaising with user departments on supplier performance.
• Monitoring control measures in respect of the application of relevant instructions with regard to institutional control on assets, inventory, and services.
• Verifying that the municipality is provided.with an uninterrupted flow of materials, goods, and services, and checking products and confirming/ acknowledging details recorded on transactional documentation correspond with receipts.
• Defining/ adjusting the key performance indicators, job design, and role boundaries of personnel against service delivery requirements.
• Analysing trends, operating requirements, and forward plans to establish/ determine funding/ expenditure for the period.
• Evaluating the department's performance against budget and addressing deviations/ variances with appropriate personnel.
• Monitoring and implementing corrective measures to rectify deviations/ acts contrary to financial regulations, audit requirements, and departmental procedures.
• Evaluating the capability of service providers and suppliers to meet the demand and supply requirements of the Municipality.
• Assessing feedback and analysing quality control assurance appraisals on service level/ standards and implementing remedial measures and/or actions to maintain internal/ external supply chain integrity.
• Participating in various meetings (council, internal, and external forums) and providing comments/ opinions on matters affecting or concerning the functionality.
• Implementing and managing the Asset Management Policy.
• Verifying that the Asset Register is properly and accurately compiled and reconciled to the General Ledger.
• Compiling and analysing all Asset Acquisitions from capital and operating votes for input to the Asset Register.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and schedules tasks so that they can be performed within budget within budget and with efficient use of time and resources.

Deadline:11th November,2025