As the head of administration, the Municipal Manager plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between political leadership and administrative functions within the council. Key responsibilities include:
Enhancing Relationships: The Municipal Manager fosters collaboration between political and administrative centers, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
Internal Audit Administration: They oversee the internal audit function, ensuring compliance with regulations and transparency in municipal operations.
Directorates: The office consists of several directorates, including Community Services, Corporate Services, Economic Development and Planning Services, Financial Services and Technical and Infrastructure Implementation Services.
Decentralized Service Delivery: Theewaterskloof Municipality provides services through decentralized town administrations in various areas. The Municipal Manager ensures service delivery reaches grassroots levels.
Local Economic Development (LED): The focus on LED has facilitated economic growth, attracting investments and infrastructure development during the municipality’s second and third terms.
Budgets and IDP Planning: The municipality successfully drafts annual budgets and Integrated Development Plans (IDPs) through extensive planning and public participation.
Infrastructure Acceleration: The Municipal Manager contributes to infrastructure development and efficient service delivery.
Municipal Sustainability: The municipality has improved its sustainability based on Ratings Afrika criteria.
Community Services
Corporate Services
Economic Development and Planning Services
Financial Services
Technical and Infrastructure Implementation Services