Chief Director, Municipal Intergovernmental Support and Capacitation
JOB OVERVIEW
- Job Title: Chief Director, Municipal Intergovernmental Support and Capacitation
- Company: Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (Free State Provincial Government)
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
- Reference Number: REF NO: 02/2025 (must be quoted on your application)
- Employment Type: Full-Time (Senior Management Service – Permanent)
- Salary: Annual Salary: R1 436 022 (Level 14)
- Closing Date: 30 April 2025
Responsibilities:
As the Chief Director: Municipal Intergovernmental Support and Capacitation, the incumbent will play a strategic leadership role, overseeing critical support services aimed at strengthening municipal performance and intergovernmental coordination. Key responsibilities include:
- Strategic planning, management, and oversight of the Chief Directorate and its support services
- Development and implementation of the 5-Year Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan, aligned with provincial and national priorities
- Performance monitoring and improvement across directorates under this role, including:
- Disaster Management
- Intergovernmental Relations
- Municipal Finance
- Municipal Monitoring and Performance
- Oversight of the drafting and execution of municipal intervention plans
- Coordination of municipal support and capacity building
- Efficient resource, performance, and asset management within the Chief Directorate
- Ensuring compliance with audit, planning, and reporting processes
- Leadership in employment relations, including training, mentoring, coaching, and staff development
- Establishing effective communication channels and leadership practices across the Chief Directorate
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7) recognized by SAQA
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Senior Management Service (SMS) level
- Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme (Nyukela Certificate), endorsed by the National School of Government, is compulsory
- Strong understanding of intergovernmental frameworks, municipal governance, strategic leadership, and public service delivery
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
- Competency assessment exercises
- Practical presentations as part of the interview process
Salary & Benefits:
- Annual Salary: R1 436 022 (Level 14), all-inclusive remuneration package
- Package includes:
- Basic salary
- Government’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF)
- Flexible portion, which may include:
- 13th cheque
- Car allowance
- Other structured benefits as per applicable government policies
Application Process:
Submit your application using one of the following methods:
- Post:
The HR Manager
P.O. Box 211
Bloemfontein, 9300 - Hand Delivery:
Oliver Tambo House
St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein
(Drop your application in the box at the entrance) - Email: recruitment1@fscogta.gov.za
Required Documents:
- A completed and signed new Z83 form (downloadable at www.info.gov.za or available at any Public Service Department)
- A comprehensive and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- No copies of qualifications are required at this stage.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to:
- Submit certified qualifications
- Provide SAQA evaluation certificates for foreign qualifications
- Complete a Processing Notification Form for background screening
Contact SS Dhlamini at 066 055 4674 for enquires
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