Head Disaster Management Center

Department: Community Services

• Permanent
• Task Grade 16
• Annual Basic Salary: R 706 691,06 – R 917 312,82 excluding benefits
• Position to be stationed in Mthatha, Eastern Cape
• 5 years in Disaster Management of which 3 years should be in a managerial position
• Reporting Structure: The post reports to the Director Community Services
• Code EB Driver’s License

Minimum Requirements:

• 03 Year Degree in Social Sciences/B-Tech in Disaster Management
• Computer literacy – Office applications

• 05 year’s relevant experience of which 03 years’ must be at a supervisory level

• Code EB Driver’s License

Key Performance Areas: Identifies and defines the immediate, short and long term objectives and plans associated with the provision, support and maintenance of the Business Unit (BU) and Infrastructure. Manages the implementation of specific procedures, systems and controls to guide user interface and system applications. Aligns and implements critical objectives encompassed in approved long and short term plans to guide the functioning and priorities of the Disaster Management functionality. Manages and controls the implementation of plans, procedures, systems and controls associated with risk assessment and monitoring, risk reduction and mitigation, preparedness, recovery and rehabilitation sequences, education and awareness interventions. Manages operative requirements and procedures during potential and actual disasters. Assists the Director in preparing capital and operating estimates and controls expenditure against the approved budget allocations. Interacts and represents the Municipality on aspects related to the BU. Overseeing administrative processes, System utilization and functionality.

TAKE NOTE:

• The e-recruitment system which is accessible at https://recruit.ortambodm.co.za.
• The e- Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date.
• Certified copies of qualifications, CV, ID Copy and a brief covering letter stating the position applying for and area of residence. Failure to submit the documents listed above will result in disqualification.
• NB!Submit clear copy of your CV in either PDF or Word. Only Submit your CV on the Upload CV section of the application form and not a PDF that includes other documents such as ID, Driver’s License and other documents. The application form will make provision for the candidate to upload supporting documents.
• R Tambo District Municipality subscribes to the Employment Equity Act, Therefore, People from the designated groups are encouraged to apply.
• Verification of qualifications, driver’s licence, credit checks, security vetting and any other checks maybe conducted to all shortlisted candidates in line with the relevant legal framework.
• Recommended candidates may undergo Competency Based Assessment.
• The incumbent will be required to sign an employment contract, performance agreement, and disclosure of financial interest.
• When an applicant has not been notified of the results within three (03) month or (90) days from the closing date, an applicant should regard his/her application as unsuccessful.
• The Council reserves the right Not to continue with the interviews and appointments if the Council feels there are no suitable candidates could be found.
• Canvassing of Councillors/ Management is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification.
• For any enquiries, do not hesitate to contact the Corporate Services Department on the following telephone numbers: 047 537 7214/15.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 13 MAY 2024