Knysna Local Municipality

To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified individuals with enthusiasm for the following career opportunity in our dynamic organisation:

SENIOR MANAGER: LEGAL SERVICES

DIRECTORATE: CORPORATE SERVICES
Task Level 17: R769 296 to R998 640 (Basic Salary)
R1 073 128 to R 1 369 685 (Total Cost to Council Package)
(PERMANENT APPOINTMENT)
Applicable Municipal benefits will apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
 A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification preferably a B- Degree in law (LLB advantageous); and
 8 years or more relevant legal experience required of which 2 years must be at Supervisory level.
 Valid driver’s licence and own transport.
 Computer Literacy: MS Office
 MMC would be an added advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
 Identifies with the broad Legal Services strategy and defines, implements and monitors short-term
plans/objectives.
 Providing written or verbal advice and support to Council, Speaker Executive Mayor, Municipal Manager and Managers on the first reporting line and other functionaries on all matters which may have a legal implication
 Manages key processes, procedural and legal applications associated with the functionality.
 Manages the flow of legal communication/advice/opinion from/to the organisation, media and broader
communities.
 Aligns and implements key legal requirements with respect to upholding the image and/or maintaining a positive perception of the Municipality.
 Submitting reports and recommendations on appeals received in terms of Section 62 of the local government Systems Act 2000 to appropriate appeal authority.
 Providing legal assistance and advice in the drawing up and authorisation of contracts by obtaining
rudimentary information regarding intended contracts, drafting the contract according to information gained, verifying that the draft contract is water-tight in terms of Council’s possible liability, and authorisation of contracts through submission of motivation to the relevant Council Committee
 The management of Human Resources in the Division in line with municipal policies and procedure as well as applicable legislation.
 Provide inputs for budgetary purposes and ensure proper expenditure control measures to promote sound financial management practices.

COMPETENCIES:
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
Written Communication/Drafting, Oral Communication, Advocacy / Negotiation, Ethics and Professionalism, Organisational
Awareness.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
Litigation Management and Research and Analysis

All applications will be considered, but in terms of its Employment Equity Target, the Municipality would prefer to appoint an African, Coloured Female or Indian Male if a suitable candidate in that category can be identified

PLEASE NOTE: (Failure to comply with the below will result in disqualification)
 All applicants MUST complete a Knysna Municipality application form
(https://www.knysna.gov.za/wpcontent/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf).
 All applications MUST be accompanied by a comprehensive CV detailing employment history with certified copies of ID, qualifications (not older than 6 months), Driver’s License and copies of training certificates must accompany applications.
 Application forms are obtainable from the Human Resources Office in Queen Street, Knysna and the Municipal website:
www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications should be forwarded to the Human Resources Department, P O Box 21,
Knysna, 6570 or email: vacanciescorporate@knysna.gov.za
 It would be expected of candidates to be subjected to thorough evaluations and that previous and current employers and
references will be contacted. Verification will be done on his/her qualifications, criminal and credit record. The candidate
will be required to disclose all financial interests.
 Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted within three
months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful.
 For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at 044 302 6369 or on email address: mbangeni@knysna.gov.za

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate.
CLOSING DATE: 06 SEPTEMBER 2024

INTERNSHIP X5

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: 2024/25

12 Months Internship Contract with a Stipend of R8333.00 per month

Suitably qualified individual are hereby invited to apply for the following Internship Opportunities:
 Intern for Internal Audit (x1)
 Intern for Communication (x1)
 Intern for Planning and Development (x1)
 Intern for Building Control (x1)
 Intern for Electrical (x1)

MINIUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have the following qualifications:
 Degree/National Diploma in Auditing/Internal Auditing/Accounting (NQF 7/NQF6)
 Degree/National Diploma in Communications/Public Relations (NQF 7/NQF6)
 Degree/National Diploma in Town and Regional Planning (NQF7/NQF6)
 Degree/National Diploma in Architecture/Building & Civil Construction/Construction Management/Quantity
Surveying (NQF7/NQF6)
 Degree/National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (NQF7/NQF6)

CRITERIA
Applicants must be permanent residents within the area of Knysna Municipality and must be a South African citizen
between ages of 18 and 35 years.
Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups will be given preference.
No work experience is required
People living with disabilities will be given preference

APPLICATIONS

 All applications MUST be on a Knysna Municipal Application form
(https://www.knysna.gov.za/wpcontent/uploads/2022/09/Knysna-Municipality-New-Job-Application-From.pdf)
accompanied by a comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications, certified copy of ID (not older than
6 months) and proof of residence.
 Application forms are obtainable from the Municipal website: www.knysna.gov.za. Completed applications
should be forwarded via email to: vacancies@knysna.gov.za
 Correspondence will ONLY be entered into with shortlisted candidates. Should candidates not be contacted
within three months after the closing date, they may accept their application as unsuccessful.
 For enquiries, contact the Human Resources Office at wgomo@knysna.gov.za (044 302 6486) or
zgwayi@knysna.gov.za (044 302 6691)

Canvassing for appointment is strictly prohibited and any confirming thereof will disqualify the candidate.
CLOSING DATE: 3 September 2024

lease note that all applications for Current Vacancies must be accompanied by an official Municipal Application Form.

Click here to download: Official Municipal Application Form
Click here to download: Application Form Section 54a and 56 Managers

Contact Manager Human Resources:

Ms Luline Phillips
Tel: +27 (0)44 302 6307
E-mail: lphillips@knysna.gov.za

Completed applications can be submitted by:

• Mailing your application to PO Box 21, Knysna, 6570
• Dropping it off at the municipal offices in Clyde Street Knysna.

Click here to apply

All the best with your applications