MUNICIPAL MANAGER

Closing Date: 20 August 2020
Salary: Remuneration between: Minimum - R 1 067 587.00 / Midpoint – R 1 227 113.00 / Maximum – R 1 386 637 pa dependent on the applicant’s qualification, skills and experience, plus a 4% rural allowance

In order to meet the needs of the Theewaterskloof Municipality, the successful applicant will conform to the following:

* At least a Bachelor’s degree or a relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at a NQF level 7 with a minimum of 360 credits; * The successful candidate will have to comply with Minimum Competency Regulations for Accounting Officers of municipalities as is provided for in Regulation 493 dated 15 June 2007 or achieve such competency within 18 months of appointment; * Minimum of 5 Year experience at a senior management level. * The required core competencies as prescribed in Annexure A – Local Government: Framework for Senior Managers; * Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation; * Advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management; * Advanced understanding of council operations and delegation of powers; * Proven track record of good governance, audit and risk management, budget and finance management; * Competent in the concept of sustainability management * Ability to be an innovative and strategic leader; Good facilitation and communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; * Valid driver’s license and NO criminal record.

Please note: * The post is subject to a fixed term contract of employment not exceeding one year after the next Local Government election as well as acceptable conduct and performance during the term. * Candidates will be subjected to thorough evaluations and previous and current employers and references will be contacted. * Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit records. * The candidate will be required to disclose all financial interests.