The Stellenbosch Municipality invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Ward Administrator (Wards 6 + 17) to be based in Western Cape.
Position: Ward Administrator (Wards 6 + 17)
Salary: R164 094.06 – R213 021.97 (subject to evaluation) plus benefits
Councillor Support Services
Corporate Services
Please also note that all contracts are linked to the term of office of the Ward Councillor.
The successful incumbent will report to: Executive Support Officer
Minimum Requirements:
- Senior certificate (Grade 12)
- 2 years’ work experience
Other requirements:
- Good reporting and writing skills
- Computer literacy
- Typing skills
- Ability to take minutes of meetings
- Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages in the Western Cape ( Afrikaans/English/Xhosa)
- Must be a resident in the Ward (proof of residency to be provided with application)
- Be willing to work overtime if and when required
- Be willing to work odd hours if and when required.
- Attention to detail
- Work under conflicting deadlines and stress
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Act as a referral point and facilitate interaction between Ward residents, ward councillor(s) and the Municipality
- Liaise with Ward Councillors, Ward Committee Members, Community Development Workers (CDW’s), Interest Groups and Communities regarding ward issues
- Deliver an administrative service to Ward Councillor(s) and Ward Committee •Organising of meetings
- Typing and distributing of agendas and minutes
- Any other reasonable instruction related to the ward committee functions
Added advantage: • Proficiency in English; • Valid Code B driver’s licence
Closing date: 07 October 2024
How to apply
Applications, clearly marked and accompanied by a covering letter, a comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications and the details of contactable referees, must be emailed to the Human Resource Management Services at Stellenbosch Municipality at the following email address specifically linked to the above Directorate: corporatejobs@stellenbosch.gov.za
Please state the name of the position in the subject of your email for identification purposes.(Example – ward administrator ward 1)
Applications for the above-mentioned vacancy must be sent via the given email. If not it will not be considered.
No hand delivered or posted applications will be considered.
Please note: By applying for this position, the candidate consents to verification checks of qualifications, criminal records and must be willing to be subjected to a rigorous evaluation process. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and no supporting documentation will be returned.
Canvassing with Councillors or any other decision-maker/ member of the Selection Committee, is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification of your application
Stellenbosch Municipality is an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. The requirements of the Employment Equity Act will be considered as part of the selection criteria/process.
If you do not hear from us within ten (10) weeks of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
For more details on vacancies, visit our website www.stellenbosch.gov.za. The Council reserves the right not to make an appointment and to add/amend/change the salary package.