RESEARCH OFFICER: COUNCIL SUPPORT

RESEARCH OFFICER: COUNCIL SUPPORT

• Permanent
• Task Grade: 11 (Subject to Job evaluation results)
• Annual Salary: (R 405 175,50 – R 525 942,27) excluding benefits
• Stationed at Mthatha
• Reports to Senior Research: Council Support

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration or equivalent qualification
• Code EB driving license
• 02 years’ experience in policy research relevant

Key Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the Strategic and operational plans of the section
• Execute research and analysis of departmental performance and spending
• Implements tasks associated with researching best practices to determine value for money on municipal projects
• Contributes to capital and operating estimates and controls expenditure against the approved budget allocations
• Contribute positively to research services stakeholder management and communication
• Coordinates specific activities related administration and reporting

TAKE NOTE:

• The e-recruitment system which is accessible at https://recruit.ortambodm.co.za / www.ortambodm.gov.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. Failure to UPLOAD the documents listed above will result in disqualification.
• NB!UPLOAD 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 format will make provision for the candidate to UPLOAD supporting documents.
• The Municipality is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Municipality shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)
• Verification of qualifications, driver’s license, credit checks, security vetting and any other checks may be 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) months 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: 047 531 6400 ask 6673, 6669,6670 and 6735.

CLOSING DATE: 12 MARCH 2026

B. MASE

MUNICIPAL MANAGER