Open Positions at Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality

Purpose:
Responsibilities

• Translate Organizational Strategy into operational objectives, whilst ensuring delivery of functional strategic plans
• Developing and aligning the department operating model and value chain in relation to the organizational mandate in partnership with stakeholders
• Establishing and manning strategic internal & external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers & relevant legislative agencies & structures
• Directing development, ensure implementation and governance of By-Law compliance throughout the organization
• Develop and implement an integrated Waste Management strategy and business plan for Ekurhuleni, with ongoing innovation as necessary
• Ensure strategic Human Resources decisions are dealt with effectively as it relates to operational efficiency
• Ensure that strategy and the operating model is adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit-for-purpose budget
• Ensure effective financial management, control, and corporate governance throughout area of accountability

Job Requirements

• BSc Civil Engineering or Environmental Management or a relevant NQF level 7 qualification
• MBA/MBL will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 10 years in a leadership capacity in an organisation of similar scale and complexity of which 5 years was in the Senior Management level
• Well-honed judgement, strong leadership and high levels of integrity and personal drive
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Tenacity and excellent problem-solving skills
• Advanced project and programme management skills
• Excellent people and communication skills

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Purpose:
Responsibilities

• Translate organisational strategy into operational and service delivery objectives, while ensuring delivery of functional strategic plans
• Develop and implement a robust financial strategy of the Municipality and its entities to ensure its financial sustainability
• Ensure that strategy and the operating model are adequately budgeted for through the development and implementation of a fit for purpose budget
• Ensure that implemented business systems are financially viable and in support of strategy and structure
• Ensure effective treasury, strategic and operations management
• Ensure the provision of leading procurement and supply chain management practices
• Ensure that statutory reporting, new regulatory and accounting developments are undertaken in accordance with required standards
• Responsible for revenue management, debt collection, asset management, financial accounting, property evaluation, contract management and payroll administration functions
• Integrate and maintain a financial system to ensure effective financial reporting
• Provide an advisory and supportive service to the Council and relevant stakeholders with regard to relevant legislation and financial policy matters
• Establish and maintain strategic internal and external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers and relevant legislative agencies and structures
• Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing context, setting performance standards and educating on process, quality and policy

Job Requirements

• B Degree in Accounting or Finance
• A postgraduate qualification in Accounting will be an added advantage
• Be a qualified, registered Chartered Accountant (CA) SA
• 10 years’ strong management experience in which at least 5 years should have been at Senior Management level within the financial environment
• Strong leadership and financial management experience
• Extensive experience in implementing new accounting standards, for example GRAP and IFRS
• Well-honed judgement, strong leadership and high levels of integrity and personal drive
• Knowledge of relevant legislations
• Tenacity and excellent problem-solving skills
• Advanced project and programme management skills
• Excellent people and communication skills

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Purpose:
Responsibilities

• Facilitate the coordination of an integrated human settlement strategy in the City
• Drive and manage the programming and rollout of a portfolio of diversified housing typologies in the Metro that contribute to balanced human settlements
• Facilitate the integrated programmes to manage and mitigate urban informality within the City's settlements
• Drive organisational governance and compliance processes and practices as determined by internal stakeholders, specialists, industry groups and legislative requirements
• Ensure the integrity and efficient registration of subsidized housing
• Ensure effective financial management / control and corporate governance throughout area of accountability
• Drive innovative approaches for human settlement infrastructure development and maintenance, benchmarked with global best practices
• Establish and maintain strategic internal and external relationships inclusive of customers, service providers and relevant legislative agencies and structures
• Ensure that agreed service level agreements are met
• Maintain client satisfaction
• Provide mechanisms and support to implement major changes
• Manage direct and indirect teams within policy parameters, providing context, setting performance standards, ensuring assessment and development

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Built Environment, Civil Engineering / Architecture; Quantity Surveyor or equivalent NQF level 7
• MBA qualification will be an added advantage
• Registration with a relevant professional body is required
• 10 years' experience of which at least 5 years must have been at senior management level within the human settlement / construction
• Strategic competency and leadership skills
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of risks and compliance management methodologies
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of various legislation applicable to field of work
• Effective decision-making skills
• High-level organisational, communication, financial, budgetary and stakeholder management skills
• Performance management skills
• Local government experience