Deputy Director: Municipal Performance Monitoring, Evaluation And Reporting (municipal Property Rates Compliance)

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Overview This role is for a Deputy Director focusing on Municipal Performance Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting, specifically related to Municipal Property Rates Compliance. The position is within the Municipal Finance Monitoring and Evaluation directorate of the Gauteng Department of Co-Operative Governance And Traditional Affairs. It is a senior management position based in Johannesburg, offering an all-inclusive salary package of R932,292 per annum. The purpose of the role is to ensure municipal compliance and effective implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act (MPRAA) and related legislation. What you will do The successful candidate will be responsible for: * **Management of municipal compliance and implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act (MPRAA):** * Monitoring compliance and conducting assessments on municipal calendar events in terms of MPRAA. * Managing, processing, and advising on applications, submissions, and requests for condonations. * Managing, processing, and advising on applications, submissions, and requests for the extension of the validity of municipal general valuation rolls. * Advising municipalities on corrective measures for identified non-compliance with MPRAA. * **Assessment of municipal property rates policies:** * Conducting assessments of draft and approved municipal property rates policies. * Providing feedback on findings and recommendations to municipalities based on policy assessments. * **Conducting workshops with municipalities and Valuation Appeal Boards (VABs) on compliance and implementation of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act:** * Compiling quarterly reports on progress made in MPRAA implementation and issues from VABs. * Monitoring and reporting on resolutions taken from MPRAA workshops. * **Management of stakeholders regarding MPRAA related issues:** * Responding to various MPRAA related questions from different stakeholders and oversight bodies, including the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. * Collaborating with relevant stakeholders on MPRAA related issues, such as Property Rates related organisations. * Liaising with legal representatives/Senior State Counsel on Court issues about MPRAA and managing the outcomes. * **Management of the sub-unit:** * Managing human resources, including training and development. * Managing performance management within the sub-unit. * Managing the sub-unit’s annual performance and operational plan. * Managing risk and conflict within the sub-unit. Requirements (from the original advert) * Matric plus NQF level 7/ Degree in Property Studies, Real Estate and Property Estate Management or a relevant qualification recognised by SAQA. * Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in a property management environment. * At least 3 years at supervisory (Assistant Director) level. * **Competencies:** Real estate, auditing, project management, data management, planning and research, data collection, management and analysis, report writing, analytical skills, problem solving, communication, presentation, co-ordination, negotiation, managing conflict, financial management, strong computer literacy, monitoring. * Sound knowledge of the Municipal Property Rates Amendment Act (MPRAA) and its supporting regulations, as well as other related local government legislation. * Understanding of the public sector environment, provincial and national legislation (DPSA Act & Regulations, PFMA). * Sound understanding and interpretation of directives, including managerial skills. * A valid driver’s license. Who should apply This role is suitable for a qualified professional with a strong academic background in property studies or real estate, combined with significant experience in property management, particularly within a governmental or public sector context. The ideal candidate will have proven supervisory or managerial experience, demonstrate expert knowledge of municipal property rates legislation (MPRAA), and possess a comprehensive understanding of public sector governance. They should be adept at monitoring compliance, evaluating policies, conducting workshops, managing stakeholders, and leading a sub-unit, with strong analytical, communication, project management, and conflict resolution skills. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-co-operative-governance-and-traditional-affairs-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-057053 Source: govpage

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