Manager at Mossel Bay Municipality in Thohoyandou

Job Title: MANAGER: THUSONG

MANAGER: THUSONG

REQUIREMENTS
•    B Degree (NQF 7) in relevant field of Community Development and Administration or Public Administration or equivalent
•    3 Years’ experience preferable in Community Development Administration or Development Administration
•    Driver’s License Code B
•    Good Communication skills
•    Ability to work independently and have good work ethics;
•    Knowledge of Development Administration, business management and writing of business plans
•    Good knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, policy of Government and Local Council
•    Fluent in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape
•    Sound knowledge of Marketing
Original Certified copies of proof of qualifications should accompany the CV
    Failure to provide proof of the above mentioned requirements will disqualify an application. Candidates are requested to furnish the information required

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
•    Plan and develop a calendar for annual events/programmes regarding the provision of services / activities.
•    Compile business plans with financial implications for the implementation of each event/programme.
•    Co-ordinate Implementation, monitoring and evaluation of events / programmes.
•    Liaise with service providers who provide services at the Thusong Centre regarding services and programmes offered.
•    Develop a marketing plan to advertise and promote the services, programmes and activities provided at the Thusong Centre.
•    Plan and co-ordinate annual events, projects and campaigns to take services to all rural communities.
•    Research and identify resources for funding of training programs in the rural community.
•    Identify and develop training programs for Woman in rural areas in conjunction with Department of Economic Development.
•    Writing proposals and business plans for submission to possible funders in Government Departments
•    Write progress reports and items to Council and Local Government Departments on functioning of Thusong Centre.
•    Network, liaise partnership with Departments of Government and other departments and Semi- Governmental Institutions.
•    Network with partners and other semi – governmental institutions and private sector
•    Manage Service Delivery Agreements / Arrangements with service providers
•    Ensuring the proper management and control over the use and maintenance of assets and equipment.
•    Maintaining order and discipline at the Thusong Centre and ensure the general cleanliness, neatness and security at the centre.
•    Compile and Implement policies, service standards and operational work procedures to improve the level of services and functioning of the Thusong Centre
•    General office administration duties, including handling of correspondence, filing, report writing and departmental procurement in terms of SCM Policy.
•    Determine needs regarding maintenance, furniture, tools and equipment for inclusion in the operational and capital budget.
•    Manage, monitor and control expenditure relating to Thusong Centre.
•    Daily supervision and management of staff by convening regular staff meetings.

SALARY SCALE :   R 214 595.40 – R 278 543.40  (T12)per annum
Total Package of ±R296 166.90 – ±R378 741.00 per annum.  Benefits eg medical aid scheme, pension fund, grouplife scheme, 13th cheque included.
CLOSING DATE :   04 OCTOBER 2013
      (No applications received after 13h00 will be accepted)

General :

    Applications in writing on the official application form and accompanied by a comprehensive CV, which will be regarded as confidential, must be directed to :
The Senior Manager (Human Resources), P.O.Box 25, Mossel Bay, 6500.
These conditions are compulsory and failing to comply will automatically lead to disqualification of the applicant. Application forms are available on the Municipal website

    Original Certified copies of proof of qualifications should accompany the CV.
    For equity purposes please indicate your race, gender and disability status.
    Further details are obtainable from Ms C Wagenaar and Ms L. Gwells at telephone number (044) – 606 5000.  No electronic applications will be accepted.
    If applications are not contacted within 40 days of the closing date, it can be accepted that they were not successful.
    The Mossel Bay Municipality is committed to comply with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act No 55 of 1998 for the advancement of previously disadvantage and disabled persons.

DR M GRATZ
MUNICIPAL MANAGER
How to Apply:
Contact:
MS C WAGENAAR OR MS L GWELLS

Telephone:
044 606 5000