DIRECTOR: DEMARCATION AND STRUCTURES IMPLEMENTATION

An undergraduate qualification in Law or equivalent qualification (NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA). At least 5 years’ relevant experience at middle / senior management level in the relevant field. Proficiency in MS Word. The Nyukela Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme is to be completed before appointment to the post. A valid driver’s license. Intensive travelling. Additional Requirements (Advantage) MS PowerPoint and MS Project. Core Competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership. People management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Financial management. Change management. Knowledge management. Service delivery innovation. Problem solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication (verbal and written). Technical Competencies: Extensive knowledge in: Local government legislation (system and structures). Public Service local government transformation. Monitoring and evaluation techniques. Policy formulation. Cooperative Governance.

The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Develop policy interventions to improve the implementation of the Local Government Municipal Demarcation Act, 1998, and the Local Government Municipal Structures Act, 1998. Provide strategic support to the processes of local government elections and other related matters, including the provision of technical support and advice on the determination and redetermination of municipal boundaries and matters relating to the alternation of provincial boundaries. Support municipalities in relation to promoting sound financial governance, ensure positive audit outcomes and strengthen council oversight responsibilities over the executive and administration that promote good governance in municipalities, including ensuring proper functioning of MPAC’s, EXCO / MAYCO, Section 79/79A and Section 80 Committees of Councils established in accordance with the Municipal Structures Act, 1998. Ensure adherence and implementation of the Code of Conduct for Councilors and lead the development of policy and legislation in relation to Sections 100 and 139 of the Constitution. Support the management / administration of the Municipal Systems Improvement Grant (MSIG) and administer gratuity payments to non- returning Councilors.

Adv M Dunckle-Kock Tel No: (012) 395 4614

Applications must be submitted electronically via email to [email protected] For application enquiries contact: Ms Vanessa Cox Tel No: (010) 593 1998

Applicants are advised that a new application for employment (Z83) has been in effect since 1 January 2021. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be accepted. Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV, with specific starting and ending dates in all relevant positions and clarity on the levels and ranks pertaining to experience, as well as current remuneration package, as well as at least 2 contactable references. A recommended CV template is available on the department’s website on www.cogta.gov.za, click on the jobs tab. Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified documents/ copies on or before the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical exercise(s), the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency- based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Core competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership. People management and empowerment. Advanced programme and project management. Change management. Financial management. Process Competencies: Knowledge management. Service Delivery Innovation. Advanced problem-solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Advanced communication skills (written and verbal). The successful candidate will be appointed to positive results of a pre-employment screening process which includes criminal, credit, citizenship checks and verification of educational qualification certificates. The successful candidate will be appointed to probation for a period of 12 months and will be required to sign a performance agreement. It is important to note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all information and attachments in support of the application are submitted by the due date. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right to make an appointment. The requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include the successful completion of Senior Management Pre- entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, which can be accessed using the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training- course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course prior to appointment. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

PSV Circular 20 of 2026, Post 20/08