**Overview**
This is a permanent Valuer position within the Property Branch of the Group Finance Department at the City of Johannesburg Metro. The role involves undertaking property valuations, research, and fieldwork to maintain the City's Valuation Rolls, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. The position is based at 66 Jorissen Place, Braamfontein, with a basic salary of R36,708.24 per month, excluding benefits. The City of Johannesburg is an equal-opportunity employer that applies employment equity principles and will consider designated groups.
**What you will do**
The primary function of the Valuer is to undertake specific tasks associated with all aspects of property valuations. This includes property market research, assessing physical attributes of property, and conducting fieldwork to act as a technical expert on property valuation matters. The role is crucial for the compilation and maintenance of the City of Johannesburg’s General and Supplementary Valuation Rolls, ensuring compliance with responsibilities delegated by the Municipal Valuer in terms of the MPRA 6 of 2004, as amended.
Key Performance Areas include:
* Undertaking research and fieldwork for the valuation of all types of properties and collecting information in preparation for property valuation, including identifying and inspecting both the subject and comparable properties.
* Correct application of market value principles.
* Partaking in the preparation and maintenance of the general and supplementary valuation rolls in a manner that meets all legal requirements and Council policy.
* Performing administrative functions in line with the provisions of the MPRA.
* Performing ad hoc tasks such as Parks Contributions as and when required.
* Developing and executing day-to-day operational plans.
* Providing enhanced process optimisation, efficiency, and continuous improvement in property valuation.
* Maintaining and monitoring the assets and resources allocated to the Valuer.
* Engaging relevant stakeholders and representing the Valuations Division on property valuation matters.
* Practicing good governance and management of risk.
* Compiling and submitting various reliable reports.
**Requirements (from the original advert)**
* National Diploma / NQF level 6 in Real Estate: Property Valuation or a qualification recognised by the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP).
* 3 - 4 years of Valuation experience.
* Computer literacy preferably with spreadsheet and word processing.
* Valid registration with SACPVP as a Candidate Valuer/Professional Associated Valuer.
* Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
* **Leading Competencies:**
* Computer literacy including MS Office Applications, SAP, and any other Accounting packages.
* Report writing.
* Communication (verbal and written).
* Planning, organizing, and time management.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Confidentiality, integrity, and tenacity.
* Good judgment, assertiveness, and analytical thinking.
* **Core Competencies:**
* Ability to process and understand complex and technical information.
* Ability to systematically analyse problems.
* Identify key issues and draw logical conclusions.
* Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused.
* Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism.
* Impact and Influence according to the City’s protocols, legislation, and standards.
**Who should apply**
Candidates should be qualified property valuation professionals with a National Diploma/NQF level 6 in Real Estate: Property Valuation or an SACPVP-recognized qualification, and possess 3-4 years of relevant experience. Ideal applicants will be registered with SACPVP as a Candidate or Professional Associated Valuer, highly computer literate (including spreadsheets, word processing, and potentially SAP), and have excellent report writing, verbal, and written communication skills. They should be organized, manage time effectively, and be capable of working under pressure while maintaining confidentiality, integrity, and tenacity. Strong analytical thinking, good judgment, assertiveness, attention to detail, and a customer service orientation are essential. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are also required.
**Deadline**
Friday, 23 October 2026
**Reference**
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-vacancy-circular-0842026-group-finance
Source: govpage
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Job description
CITY OF JOHANNESBURG METRO
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR:
PERMANENT POSITION
· VALUER
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
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DISCLAIMER
· The City of Johannesburg is currently recruiting and will not demand payment in any form for any job placement. All vacancies are advertised in newspapers and on the CoJ website.
· The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per the National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. We are an equal-opportunity employer.
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· Applications, which have not been responded to within 6 weeks of closing date, should be regarded as unsuccessful
· Any misrepresentation or failure to disclose material information on the application form or CV will automatically disqualify your application.
VALUER
Department:Group Finance
Branch: Property Branch (Valuation Services)
Designation: Valuer
Remuneration:R36 708.24 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits)
Location:66 Jorissen Place, Braamfontein
Minimum Requirements:
· National Diploma / NQF level 6 in Real Estate: Property Valuation or a qualification recognised by the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP);
· 3 - 4 years of Valuation experience;
· Computer literacy preferably with spreadsheet and word processing;
· Valid registration with SACPVP as a Candidate Valuer/Professional Associated Valuer; and
· Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.
Primary Function:
Undertake specific tasks associated with all aspects of property valuations, including property market research and the physical attributes of property as well as fieldwork to be able to operate as a technical expert on property valuation matters for the compilation and maintenance of the City of Johannesburg’s General and Supplementary Valuation Rolls in order to comply with all responsibilities as delegated by the Municipal Valuer in terms of the MPRA 6 of 2004, as amended.
Key Performance Areas:
· Undertake research and fieldwork for the valuation of all types of properties and collecting information in preparation for property valuation including identifying and inspecting both the subject and comparable properties;
· Correct application of market value principles;
· Partake in the preparation and maintenance of the general and supplementary valuation rolls in a manner that meets all legal requirements and Council policy;
· Perform administrative functions in line with the provisions of the MPRA;
· Perform ad hoc tasks as Parks Contributions as and when required;
· Develop and execute day-to-day operational plan;
· Provide enhanced process optimisation, efficiency, and continuous improvement in property valuation;
· Maintain and monitor the assets and resources allocated to the Valuer;
· Engage relevant stakeholders and represent the Valuations Division on property valuation matters;
· Practice good governance and management of risk;
· Compile and submit various reliable reports.
Leading Competencies:
· Computer literacy including MS Office Applications, SAP and any other Accounting packages;
· Report writing;
· Communication (verbal and written);
· Planning, organizing, and time management;
· Ability to work under pressure;
· Confidentiality, integrity, and tenacity;
· Good judgment, assertiveness, and analytical thinking.
Core Competencies:
· Ability to process and understand complex and technical information;
· Ability to systematically analyse problems;
· Identify key issues and draw logical conclusions;
· Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused;
· Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism;
· Impact and Influence according to the City’s protocols, legislation, and standards.
“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender, and disability.”
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the following link below:
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ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Gabisile Zitha
Tel No: 011 021 3269
CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2026
Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:
· Credit Record,
· CV validation,
· Employment record verification,
· Criminal check,
· Identity validation.
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