SECRETARY TO CHIEF WHIP

SECRETARY TO CHIEF WHIP

• Permanent
• Task Grade: 07 (Subject to Job Evaluation results)
• Annual Basic Salary: (R 225 629,73 – R 292 851,87) excluding benefits
• Position to be stationed in Mthatha, Eastern Cape
• Reports to Chief of Staff

Minimum Requirements: 

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Public Relations / Office Management & Technology
• Certificate in Computer Literacy
• Code EB Driver’s License
• 01-year experience in Office Environment

Key Performance Areas:

• Providing support to the departments and broader Municipality Strategic Planning Sessions. Contributing to the implementation of specific services procedures, systems and controls. Providing personal support to the Director Superior.  Contributing to the overall budget, stakeholder management and communication. Maintaining and access records of discussions, instructions and correspondence.
• Scheduling and updating appointments on behalf of the immediate superior
• Collating items for discussions, preparing the agenda and notices pertaining to the budget and treasury office and standing committee meetings
• Arranging logistics for scheduled meetings and other related sittings specific to the concerned Member of Mayoral Committee (MMC) in accordance with requirements.
• Perusing Council and Committee agendas and minutes of meetings and identifying items requiring the attention of the MMC.

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! 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 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 license, 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 18 MARCH 2025