Reference Number
WCG240802-1
Tracking Number
LG 28/2024
Job Title
Deputy Director: Specialised Support- Interventions, Ref No. LG 28/2024
Department
Local Government
Enquiries
Adv G Birch at (021) 483 3113
Location - Country
South Africa
Location - Province
Western Cape
Location - Town / City
Cape Town
Job Purpose
The Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage and provide specialised support to municipalities, including formal interventions and anti-corruption support.
Minimum Requirements
A recognised 4-year legal qualification or LLB; A minimum of 3 years management level experience in a legal support or related environment; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Recommendation
Admitted as an attorney or advocate of the High Court, who has duly completed the Law Society of South Africa board examinations or national bar examinations; Experience in Local Government law and administrative law.
Key Performance Areas
Manage the provision of assistance with regard to functional and operational legal support and assistance in respect of formal provincial interventions justified or required in terms of Section 139 of the Constitution and the Western Cape Monitoring and Support of Municipalities Act; Manage the provision of Specialised Support on governance issues in response to municipalities needs; Manage the advocacy and capacity building regarding anti-corruption, fraud and maladministration policies and guidelines in municipalities Performance and information management and reporting; Manage Human Resources of the component; Plan the components budget and manage income and expenditure.
Competencies
Knowledge of the applicable policies, prescripts, legislation and procedures and Public administration; Skills needed: Research, analysis, and application of legislation; Applied strategic thinking; Decision making; Citizen focus and responsiveness; Analysing and fact-finding skills; Project Management
Remuneration
All-inclusive salary package of R 849 702 per annum (Salary Level 11).
Note on remuneration: to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
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Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews and a practical on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
