Vacancies at Mohokare Local Municipality

Remuneration 

• Remuneration package per annum: R 956 012 (Minimum), R 1 074 171 (Midpoint) R 1 175 182 (Maximum) all inclusive (As determined by notice No: 53882 of 18 December 2025 for a Category 2 municipality on upper limits for senior managers.
• NB: The pay scale will be individually determined by competence-based assessment outcome, experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS / CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• A remote allowance of 7% of the total annual remuneration package

Requirements 

• Minimum Competency Requirements for Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette No 37245 of 17 January 2014, Local Government: Regulations on appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers, Local Government System Act, 2000, as amended will apply.
• A Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance /Economics or a relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF Level 7 or a Chartered Accountant (SA).
• Extensive planning and management skills, good interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, conceptual and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and report writing skills
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of local government-related legislations
• Knowledge and understanding of MS Word and PowerPoint
• A valid driver’s license

Years of Experience 

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at Middle Management Level
• Proven track record in managing municipal finance services

ADDED ADVANTAGE 

• A Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP)
• Registered Chartered Accountant;
• Membership of IMFO or equivalent professional bodies

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Sound knowledge and understanding of Local Government - relevant policy and legislation
• Sound knowledge and understanding of institutional governance system and performance management
• Understanding of Council Operations and delegation of powers
• Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Management Regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 5 of 2000
• Good Governance, Labour Relations Act, and other labour related prescripts
• Knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialized support functions
• Must possess the Minimum Competency Requirements for Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette No 37245 of 17 January 2014, Local Government:
• Regulations on appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers, Local Government System Act, 2000, as amended. Leading Competencies: Strategic Direction and Leadership, People Management, Program and project Management, Financial Management, Change Leadership and Governance Leadership.

Core Competencies: 

• Moral Competence, Planning and Organizing, Analysing and Innovation, Knowledge and Information Management, Communication, Results and Quality Focus.
• Ethical, integrity, honesty, maturity and courtesy Diplomacy and commitment to providing progressive democratic and accountable government ⃰Strategist and excellent corporate planner ⃰Excellent communication (written and verbal) and motivational skills
• Interpersonal skills and Customer focused 
• Advanced negotiation skills 
• Conceptual and Analytical thinker 
• Diversity management skills. 
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Core functions Provide strategic direction to the BTO Directorate.
• Responsible for development organizational policies and procedures.
• Be accountable for the execution of all resolutions of the municipality, as well as be accountable for the general supervision, control and efficiency of the directorate.
• Formulate support and implement the strategic goals of the municipality in order to give effect to the Integrated Development Plan (IDP).
• Participate in strategic management of the Municipality by advising the Municipal
• Manager on issues pertaining to BTO Directorate.
• Ensure that municipal Performance Management System is fully implemented in the Directorate
• Render support and consultation to the political structure. Provide financial direction and advice to other directors and for projects and programmes of interest to the municipality.
• Financial planning in terms of providing framework for financial accountability.
• Develop and implement the budgeting process and manage budgeting planning.
• Ensure income and expenditure control management, budgets and financial control activities of the municipality to meet the information needs of management, the municipality, other spheres of government and statutory bodies.
• Compile annual financial statements and apply budgetary control measures.
• Engage in assets and insurance management to ensure that all assets are accounted for and that are adequate cover is available.
• Execute municipality’s financial administration.
• Manage and improve all administrative functions of the Directorate.
• Contribute towards the development of the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) as the strategic document of the institution together with the Service Delivery Budget & Implementation Plan (SDBIP).
• Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for the directorate and align them with the Municipality’s strategic objectives. Advise the
• Municipal Manager timeously and effectively on matters pertaining to the directorate.
• Provide advice and support to Council and other Office Bearers on all functions of the Directorate.
• Provide visionary and innovative leadership to a diverse workforce, to ensure optimal utilization of the Council’s resources in terms of implementing its strategic objectives articulated in the IDP and in the fulfilment of its statutory mandate.

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Remuneration 

• Remuneration package per annum: R 956 012 (Minimum), R 1 074 171 (Midpoint) R 1 175 182 (Maximum) all inclusive (As determined by notice No: 53882 of 18 December 2025 for a Category 2 municipality on upper limits for senior managers.

NB: 

• The pay scale will be individually determined by competence-based assessment outcome, experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS / CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• A remote allowance of 7% of the total annual remuneration package

Requirements

Adherence to Minimum Competency

• Requirements for Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette N37245 of 17 January 2014, Local Government: Regulations on appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers, Local Government System Act, 2000, as amended will apply.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences / Public Administration / Law or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, Facilitation and report writing skills
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of local government-related legislations
• Knowledge and understanding of MS Word and PowerPoint
• A valid driver’s license

Years of Experience 

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at Middle Management Level
• Have proven successful institutional transformation within public or private sector

ADDED ADVANTAGE 

• A Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP)
• Registration with the South African Council for Social Services, Professionals (SACSSP), or similar recognised relevant professional body.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation
• Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance system and performance management
• Understanding of Council Operations and delegation of powers, as well asHealth services management
• Cemetery management
• Public safety, and Parks and recreation management
• Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Management Regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 5 of 2000
• Good Governance, Labour Relations Act, and other labour related prescripts
• Knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialized support functions
• Must possess the Minimum Competency Requirements for Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette N37245 of 17 January 2014, Local Government:
• Regulations on appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers, Local Government System Act, 2000, as amended. Leading Competencies: Strategic Direction and Leadership, People Management, Program and project Management, Financial Management, Change Leadership and Governance Leadership. Core

Competencies: 

• Moral Competence, Planning and Organizing, Analysing and Innovation, Knowledge and Information Management, Communication, Results and Quality Focus.
• Ethical, integrity, honesty, maturity and courtesy 
• Diplomacy and commitment to providing progressive democratic and accountable government 
• Strategist and excellent corporate planner Excellent communication (written and verbal) and motivational skills
• Interpersonal skills and Customer focused Advanced negotiation skills 
• Conceptual and Analytical thinker Diversity management skills. 
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Core functions

• Report directly tthe Municipal Manager on key departmental activities.
• Overall management of the community services department. Implement the integrated development plan as well as strategic goals of community services department.
• Understanding legislations related tparks and recreation, cemeteries, traffic management, disaster management, human settlement and social and waste management.
• Enforcing compliance will all legal requirements and by-laws applicablewithin the department.
• Responsible for human settlement, law enforcement and security management. 

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Term of Contract 

• One (1) Year Nine (9) Months Fixed Term Contract, not exceeding a period ending one year after the election of the next council of the municipality (31October 2027.

Remuneration 

• Remuneration package per annum: R1 164 374 Minimum), R 1 289 470 (Midpoint) R 1 431 313 (Maximum) all inclusive (As determined by notice No: 53882 of 18 December 2025 for a Category 2 municipality on upper limits for senior managers. NB: The pay scale will be individually determined by competence-based assessment outcome, experience and qualifications.

BENEFITS / CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• A remote allowance of 7% of the total annual remuneration package

Requirements 

• Bachelor`s degree in Public Administration / Political Sciences/ Social Sciences /Law or equivalent. 
• Must meet the competency levels for senior managers as published per Government Gazette no 29967 dated 01 June 2007.

Years of Experience

• Five (5) years relevant experience at senior management level preferably in local government and have proven successful management experience in administration, computer literate and a valid driver’s licence.

Added Advantage

• A Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP)
• Registration with a recognised relevant professional body will serve as a strong recommendation.

Knowledge 

• Knowledge of local government relevant policies and legislation, ability to provide strategic innovative and visionary leadership, ability to communicate and negotiate at all levels of government, advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management, advanced understanding of council operations and system of delegation of powers, understanding of good governance practices; audit and risk management and functionality; and Budget and finance management etc.

Core Functions

• Oversee the development of an Integrated Development Plan that outlines and aligns the local, regional and national planning and its implementation through service delivery plans and funded budget.
• Foster relationships between Municipal Council, the administrative arm and communities within Municipal Jurisdiction. 
• Set Direction for the development and implementation of strategies focusing on Local Economic Development.
• Provide institutional leadership on development and implementation of strategies focusing on sound financial viability and financial Management for the Municipality.
• Oversee the development and implementation of effective performance management mechanisms.