Exciting Career Opportunity with the City of Johannesburg: Executive Leadership Role

Position: City Manager
Location: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
Remuneration: R2,774,127 per annum (cost to company, all-inclusive)
Closing Date: Monday, 31 March 2025

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) is seeking to appoint a dynamic, results-driven, and experienced individual to the role of City Manager on a fixed-term, performance-based contract. This key position will require a visionary leader who can drive the city’s administration, enhancing service delivery, fostering relationships, and ensuring good governance.

Application Requirements:

• Complete the online application form and upload all necessary documents (certified qualifications, ID, and CV).
• Be prepared to provide original documents during the selection process if required.
• Applicants must provide a detailed summary of their relevant work experience.
• Membership to professional bodies must be included, with membership number and expiry date.
• Internal applicants should provide their employee number.
• All applicants will undergo various security and competency assessments.
• Only online applications will be accepted through the City of Johannesburg website.

Job Responsibilities:

As the City Manager, you will be the administrative head and accounting officer, responsible for leading and supervising service delivery programs. Your duties will include:

• Leadership: Oversee the municipality’s administration to ensure excellence in service delivery and performance.
• Strategic Planning: Manage and implement the Integrated Development Plan (IDP), while developing policies to encourage community participation.
• Advisory Role: Provide sound advice and strategic direction to the Executive Mayor and Mayoral Committee, supporting the city’s strategic priorities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including the community, political bodies, businesses, and academic institutions.
• Financial Oversight: Ensure financial management aligns with developmental finance principles, facilitating the effective delivery of the City’s development strategies.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure adherence to local government legislation and principles of good governance.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Management, Political Science, Social Sciences, Law, or a related field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ experience in senior management roles, with a proven track record in institutional transformation, public or private sector management, and strategic planning.
• Competency: Advanced knowledge of local, provincial, and national policies, legislation, and governance systems.
• Key Skills:
  • Strategic leadership and decision-making
  • Budget and financial management
  • Public administration and service delivery
  • High-level communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Strong analytical and planning skills
  • Ability to manage large teams and diverse portfolios

Additional Requirements:

• Political Sensitivity: Ability to navigate political environments with discretion and professionalism.
• Public Speaking and Presentation: Good verbal communication skills, including the ability to present and speak publicly.
• Compliance with MFMA: Must comply with MFMA unit standards, as specified in the relevant government regulations.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Direction & Leadership
• Financial & Governance Management
• People & Change Management
• Communication & Customer Focus
• Business Acumen
• National and International Best Practices
• Team Development and Talent Management