| Government Entity | City Council of Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Location | Gauteng, Johannesburg |
| Reference Number | 035-2026-FTC-Various-Positions-POEM-External-4 |
| Salary | R971 343.24 pa (all-inclusive cost to company) |
| Centre / Location | Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein |
| Closing Date | June 4, 2026 |
| Source and Application | joburg.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