INFORMAL SETTLEMENT MANAGEMENT OFFICER: CALEDON

The most eligible candidate must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate with 5 – 8 years relevant experience. A valid driver’s license. Computer literate [MS Office]. Must be able to communicate effectively in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages in the Western Cape, namely English, Afrikaans and Xhosa.

Responsibilities: Conduct statistical surveys, numbering and marking of informal structures * planning for the demolishing of illegal structures * perform regular surveys of existing informal settlements to update housing statistics * ensure that structures (street committees) are in place * ensure that regular meetings take place with communities to ensure good working relationships * assist housing development officer with housing applications * assist disaster management officer during emergency situations * other duties as requested from time to time.

Enquiries: Mr. S Tebele – Acting Deputy Director Informal Settlement Management Tel: 028 – 2143300

If you do not receive any feedback, within two (2) months after the closing date, kindly assume that your application was unsuccessful. The Council reserves the right not to make any appointment.

Theewaterskloof Municipality is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates who are members of the designated groups as defined in Section 1 of the Employment Equity Act namely black people, women and people with disabilities.

B Ngubo, Municipal Manager, P O Box 24, 6 Plein Street, Caledon 7230

The council’s offer includes benefits such as pension, medical aid and a group scheme as well as a 13th cheque, a housing-/ rental subsidy and assistance with relocation cost under certain conditions.

Applicants must complete the prescribed application form along with a detailed CV with originally certified copies of qualifications, ID document, as well as a testimonial in order to be considered for the position. Application forms must be forwarded to the Manager: Human Resources, Theewaterskloof Municipality, and P O Box 24 Caledon 7230.

Please note: No e-mailed, scanned or faxed applications will be accepted, and shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original copies of academic qualifications on the day of the interview. Only original applications forms will be accepted.

Canvassing will disqualify any candidate from being considered for appointment.

APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT COMPLETE THE PRESCRIBED APPLICATION FORM WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE DISQUALIFIED.

Closing date: 14 April 2023 at 12:00 pm. (no applications will be accepted or considered after the closing date)