LNM ERRATUM ON MANAGER IN THE OFFICE OF THE MAYOR POSITION

LEPELLE-NKUMPI
LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
www.lepelle-nkumpi.gov.za
ERRATUM
ADVERTISED INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL POSITIONS
The erratum seeks to correct aspects of the previously advertised post for
the MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE MAYOR (The position is linked to the political
term of the mayor), published on the 3rd September 2026 on the Municipal
Website and Face book page. The error is corrected as follows;
REQUIREMENTS: A Degree in Public Management / B Degree in Political
Science/ BSc Degree or equivalent. Code EB driver’s license. Five (5) years’
experience of which 3 years must be supervisory level.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Leading and managing all staff in the of?ce of the Mayor
to ensure ef?ciencies and effectiveness in the of?ce of the Mayor.
Preparing, managing and controlling the of?ce of the mayor’s annual
operational budget and related administration. Ensuring the effective and
ef?cient functioning of the of?ce within the budgetary constraints of the
council. Facilitating and providing administration and political support to
the Mayor with regard to all functions in the Mayor’s of?ce. Overseeing the
development and implementation of the strategic and operation policies
in the of?ce of the Mayor according to legislation and Council policies and
procedures. Dealing with the high-level and con?dential correspondence
on behalf of the Mayor that does not require political advice, but requires a
direct respond from the Mayor. Responsible for the provision of
communication services for the Mayor. Organising and preparing for media
brie?ng and interviews in liaison with the communication unit. Serving as
liaison between administration and the Mayor. Monitoring the
implementation of resolution. Drafting press release, responding to media
enquiries and building dialogue with journalists. Write speeches for the
Mayor. Perform all duties as delegated by the Mayor.
Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality is committed to the achievement and
maintenance of diversity and employment equity, especially in terms of
race, gender and disability. The Municipality reserves the right to make
appointments. Applicants from the designated groups are encouraged to
apply.
NOTE: FAXED AND E-MAIL APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. LEPELLE-
NKUMPI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
All other information remains the same.
Enquiries should be directed to Mr. Mogano K at (015) 633 4600 or Mr. C R
Mphahlele at (015) 633 4522.
CLOSING DATE: EXTENDED TO THE 17th SEPTEMBER 2026 AT 16H30.
Dr. ML Chauke
Acting Municipal Manager