Government EntityCity Council of Johannesburg
    LocationGauteng, Johannesburg
    Reference Number035-2026-FTC-Various-Positions-POEM-External-4
    SalaryR971 343.24 pa (all-inclusive cost to company)
    Centre / LocationMetropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
    Closing DateJune 4, 2026
    Source and Applicationjoburg.org.za

    Department: Private Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)

    Branch: Office of the Chief of Staff

    Primary Function: Manage policy development and strategic planning within a range of political strictures with a view to advising and informing the executive Mayor and Mayoral committee in order to enable them to successfully achieve the Mayoral priorities.

    Leading Competencies:

    • Computer literacy (MS Office);
    • Good communication and coordination skills;
    • Good writing skills;
    • Time management and ability to work without supervision;
    • High level of confidentiality;
    • Ability to work with senior management of the City, Municipal Entities and other stakeholders.

    Requirements

    Matric Certificate/Grade 12; Bachelor’s degree/NQF level 7 in Political Science, Public Policy, Economics, Law or related field at NQF level 7; 5 - 7 years’ experience in Legislature, Parliamentary, Legal, Public Sector or related environment.

    Duties

    Support the Assistant Director: Policy & Planning to provide policy and strategic support and advice to the Executive Mayor and Mayoral Committee; Provide input, and leadership oversight of the Integrated Development Planning processes; Develop strategies of engagement with current and potential stakeholders to build trust even between all stakeholders influencing the function in the POEM; Plan coordinate, execute and manage research projects; Comply with all the relevant legislation, manage and mitigate risk effectively; Efficiently and effectively manage the operation assets and resources of the subdivision in accordance with the legislative framework of the City’s policies and procedures.

    Source / Circular Reference

    joburg.org.za