Deputy Director: Legislation Development

Overview

Deputy Director: Legislation Development supporting municipalities with local government legislation development and review, requiring a public administration or law qualification and middle management experience.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration or Law;
• A minimum of 3 years middle management experience.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: The Constitution and Local Government suite of Legislations-ie.
• Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000, Municipal Structures Act, 117 of 1998;
• Political Environment;
• Drafting legislation;
• Human Resource Management;
• Financial Management.
• Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
• Communication (written and verbal);
• Good interpersonal and decision-making;
• Supervising staff;
• Planning and Organising;. Language;. Research;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

• Support Municipalities with the development, review and/or implementation of Local Government legislation and legal instruments;
• Develop comments on National Bills, Provincial Bills, Policies and/or Draft Regulations;
• Development and Amendment of Provincial Legislation, coordinating procedural matters pertaining to councils;
• Provide advice on Legislation and facilitate execution of statutory mandates of MEC for Local Government;
• Capacitation and training to councilors and/or municipal officials;
• Monitor implementation of financial recovery plans;
• Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub-directorate;
• People Management;
• Financial Management;
• Strategic Management.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS