DIRECTOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING
CONTRACT : PERMANENT
POST REF. NO. : 294EDP001

LOCATION OF THE POST : Post is based at the Municipal Offices, in KwaMaphumulo

Basic Qualifications and Experience
A recognized Degree in Building Sciences/Architect/Rural development / Town and Regional Planning OR equivalent qualification. Five years middle management experience in public or private with experience in economic development. Fluency in isiZulu and English is an essential requirement. A valid unendorsed Code 08/B driver’s licence and computer literacy is a must. Municipal Finance Management Programme Competency Certificate will be added advantage. Project Management Certificate and registration as a Professional Planner in accordance with the Planning Profession Act, 2002, (Act No. 36 of 2002) will also be an added advantage.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required:
Knowledge and understanding the relevant municipal legislation. Sound knowledge of planning and co-ordination skills as well as budgetary and management skills are essential for this position. Ability to develop and implement agricultural related projects and be able to champion rural development related projects. Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management.

Key performance areas
The incumbent will be responsible for the planning, organizing, coordinating and control of all activities of the Integrated Development Planning and Local Economic and Tourism sections in order to achieve strategic objectives to ensure optimum service delivery. Budgeting and expenditure control of all departmental projects. Compilation and implementation of the following sector plans:-LED Framework plan, Agricultural sector plan, Tourism sector plan, Integrated Transport Plan. Coordinating and implementing strategic projects identified in the IDP applicable to the Development and Planning Department. Coordinating and managing planning issues, planning liaison between the municipality and the district, service providers and the public. Managing personnel and performance levels. Development and implementation of all related policies.

APPOINTMENT WILL BE SUBJECT TO:
• Undergoing a competency assessment as required by the Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers, Notice No. 21 of Government Gazette No. 37545 of 17 January 2014;
• Signing of an employment contract before assuming duty;
• Conclusion of a performance agreement within 60 days after signing the employment contract;
• Disclosure of financial interest; Security vetting and other additional checks

APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application for Employment form which is available from the municipal website, www.maphumulo.gov.za. Completed application forms, comprehensive Curriculum Vitae with verifiable references, accompanied by originally certified copies of qualifications including matriculation certificates (not copies of certified copies), certified copy of Identity Document and certified copy of driver’s licence must be forwarded to “Acting Municipal Manager”, Maphumulo Local Municipality, Private bag X9205, Maphumulo, 4470.”

CLOSING DATE: 02 May 2023

NOTE: No late, faxed or emailed applications will be considered.

The municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment. Should you not be contacted within thirty (30) days from the closing date, your application shall be deemed to be unsuccessful.

For any telephonic enquiries, do not hesitate to call Mr ND Hlongwa on 032 481 4500 during office hours.

Women and People Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.