OPERATIONS MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE MAYOR - MN 4204/26

REQUIREMENTS
-Relevant B Degree -Meet MFMA minimum competency requirements or quality for dispensation -Computer Literate (MSWord, Excel & PowerPoint) -Valid driver’s licence -Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, proven management skills (including analytical thinking, empowerment, adaptability, leadership, conceptual, presentation, conflict management, attention to detail and negotiation skills.) -Knowledge and skills pertaining to governance within a political office and supervisory experience -Project management and financial management skills -Strong understanding of political/organisational policy, procedures, surrounds and services -Ability to coach, train and motivate employees -Competent in interpretation, implementation and enforcement of relevant legislation and applicable policies. -At least 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience pertaining to call centre management functions

DUTIES
-Responsible for operations related to the office of the Executive Mayor: -Plan, manage and execute Mayoral functions and projects -Manage the Executive Mayor’s administration and provide executive support in relation to functions and operations assigned -Manage the implementation of procedures and systems within the office of the Executive Mayor -Assist with the management of the sectional budget (both operational and capital budgets) -Manage the implementation of systems and procedures in the office of the mayor -Assist in policy development and implementation -Enhance a culture of performance within the office of the executive mayor ensuring targets set are met -Responsible for administration within the area of responsibility, logistics management and asset management -Responsible for personnel administration/management in relation to the post -Developing and implementing operational/business plans developed in conjunction with stakeholders to improve customer service -Perform any other related ad hoc tasks as instructed by management from time to time

SALARY               R 874 359.80 p.a. (Total package inclusive of all benefits)

         (Fixed term contract, linked to the term of office)

 Closing date: 06 November 2026 AT 12:00

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS THAT PROMOTE REPRESENTATIVENESS IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY TARGETS

Please note that the municipality does reimburse costs for traveling to and from the interview or any assessments related to the recruitment process for candidates traveling over 400km for job levels 1 to 4. Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representativeness (race, gender, disability). The municipality does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you suspect any fraudulent recruitment activities, please report the matter immediately to the Fraud Hotline on 010 496 2662. Incomplete/Unclear or Illegible CVs and applications without CV’s will be disqualified. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness will be given preference. Candidates must apply for this vacancy via the Midvaal Local Municipality website www.midvaal.gov.za. For any queries kindly contact Human Resources (016) 360-7435, 7432, 7569, 7557. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening checks (verification of qualifications, criminal record checks and security vetting). Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a letter from SAQA stating the equivalence of the qualifications. Midvaal Local Municipality, values privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act No.4 of 2013 (POPIA) which is effective from 1 July 2021, personal information will not be disclosed to any third party, unless otherwise prescribed in the Act, following due process(es). Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.  If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful

NB:  THE COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO THE ABOVE POSITION/S.