Director: Corporate Services (DK 2/26) (Stationed in Malmesbury)

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Director: Corporate Services (DK 2/26) at the Swartland Local Municipality, based in Malmesbury. The position is permanent, offering an annual total cost of employment salary ranging from R1 419 621 to R1 560 890, as specified by the Upper Limit notice of 14 April 2026 for a Category 4 municipality, or as applicable at the date of appointment. **What you will do** The core functions for the successful incumbent include: * Human Resources Management * Properties, Contracts and Legal Administration * Secretariat and Records Management * Tourism, Library and Client Services * Communications Management * Strategic Management * Financial Management **Requirements (from the original advert)** * At least a Post Graduate Degree or relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF Level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits in Public Administration / Management Sciences / Law or equivalent. * A minimum of seven years relevant experience at senior and middle management level of which at least two years must be at senior management level or as programme/project manager and have proven successful institutional transformation within public or private sector. * Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation as well as a good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management. * Good knowledge of corporate support services, including: * Human Capital management * Legal services * Facilities management * Council support * Good knowledge of Supply Chain Management Regulations and the Framework for Preferred Procurement Policy Act 5 of 2000. * Good governance. * Labour Relations Act, and other labour-related prescripts. * Legal background and human capital management. * Knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialised support functions. * Core competencies as contained in the Local Government: Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers, 17 January 2014. * Certificate in Municipal Finance Management SAQA qualification ID 48965 as prescribed in Regulation 493 dated 15 June 2007 or attainment thereof within 18 months from the date of appointment. * Competency areas for senior managers in municipalities in terms of the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels issued in terms of the Local Government: Municipal Finance Management Act, 2003: Strategic leadership and management, strategic financial management, operational financial management, governance, ethics and values in financial management, financial and performance reporting, risk and change management, project management, legislation, policy and implementation, stakeholder relations, supply chain management, audit and assurance. * Computer skills. * Excellent facilitation and communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. * South African Citizen. * A valid Code B driver’s license. * Own transport. **Who should apply** Candidates should be highly experienced senior and middle managers, with a post-graduate degree in a relevant field such as Public Administration, Management Sciences, or Law. Ideal applicants will have a proven track record in institutional transformation within either the public or private sector and possess comprehensive knowledge of local government policy, legislation, governance, and financial management regulations. Essential attributes include strong strategic leadership, financial, and ethical competencies, alongside excellent communication skills in at least two of the Western Cape's official languages. The role is open to South African citizens who are computer literate, hold a valid Code B driver’s license, and have their own transport. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/director-corporate-services-dk-2-26-stationed-in-malmesbury-swartland-local-municipality Source: myjobmag

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