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SENIOR FITTER
Closing Date
2024-11-04
BASIC SALARY
R 334 201,42 – R 433 826,00 (T11) Per Annum
REF NO.:
NOTICE: 409 of 2024
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
● Trade Certificate ● Must have at least 3-5 years’ experience as a qualified Fitter.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
● Valid Code EC driving license with PRDP ● Communication in at least two of the three Official Languages of the Western Cape ● Project management and supervision skills ● Interpersonal skills ● Conflict resolution skills ● Attention to detail ● Ability to function effectively under pressure ● Work independently and willingness and availability to work after hours ● Comply to safety procedures and guidelines (Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993)
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
●Monitors and controls personnel and operational requirements associated with the Plan Station Operations ●Supervising, scheduling and undertaking of activities associated with the construction and installations of mechanical pumps (motors, equipment/accessories/parts/components) ●Supervise and undertakes activities and sequences associated with maintaining and monitoring the functionality by conducting investigations and inspections to assess work in progress and procedural applications are adhered to ●Supervises activities/sequences associated with troubleshooting, fault finding and repairing to mechanical reticulation systems ●Coordinates and controls tasks/activities of personnel and allocates and prioritizes outcomes ●Interpret and coordinate specific pre-work/site requirements with regards to repairs and planned and predictive maintenance sequences in relation to pump station repairs and maintenance and guides the activities of personnel ●Complete internal transactional documentation (time sheets, log sheet, progress and productivity field report, etc.) and related forms (vehicle checklist) ●Perform specific tasks associated with the operation of heavy and/ or specialized vehicles and equipment (Crane Trucks; etc.) during plumbing installation, repair and maintenance activities ●Coordinate activities and sequences associated with maintaining the functionality of mechanical parts and equipment/machinery at pump stations ●Perform any other related duties as instructed by supervisor
CORE COMPETENCIES
1. CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Managing Work: Makes contingency plans;
- Problem Solving: Generates various solutions and contingency plans for localized problems;
- Planning and Organising: Sets goals and objectives relevant to the function;
- Quality Orientation: Maintains a project checklist covering all detail that may be overlooked;
2. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Work Place Safety: Ensure the effective execution of health and safety regulations;
- Discipline Specific Skills: Applies specialist knowledge to situations, to solve problems;
3. PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES
- Service Delivery Orientation: Understands and articulates client needs;
- Interpersonal relationships: Convinces others of ideas without suppressing their views;
- Communication: Communicates effectively both verbal and written;
- Customer orientation and customer focus: Understands the client’s issues
4. PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
- Action Orientation: Inspires others through own actions and attitude to perform;
- Resilience: Plans and initiates new ways forward;
- Accountability and Ethical Conduct: Aware of potential conflicts of interest;
- Learning Orientation: Creates a learning environment and encourages others to learn;
5. MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
- Direction Setting: Good at establishing clear direction;
- Impact and influence: Tactfully confronts and corrects others when necessary;
- Team Orientation: Encourages team approach to problem solving;
- Coaching and mentoring: Encourages ‘on-the-job’ training and the acquisition of new skills;
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.
Notice 409 of 2024 Senior Fitter (Closing 4 November 2024) (167.1 KB)
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
Closing Date
2024-11-04
BASIC SALARY
R 444 213,27 – R 576 616,67 (T13)
REF NO.:
Notice 411 of 2024
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
●A relevant 3 year qualification with preference in auditing or internal audit as a major and registered with a recognised profession; and ●Computer literacy: MS Office ● 5 – 8 years’ relevant experience required which includes 2 years of supervisory experience.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
● Valid Driver License ● Good Audit report writing skills ● Computer skills (MS Office applications; MS Word, Excel). Barn Owl will be highly advantageous ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Knowledge of IIA Standards, Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing ● Knowledge of Governance, Risk Management and Control Frameworks (eg KING and COSO) ● Good communication and interpersonal skills ● Analytical skills ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to give attention to detail ● Ability to work under pressure ● Willingness to work after normal working hours and during emergencies ● In depth knowledge of local government is essential ● Completed Auditing articles will be highly advantageous ● Self-starter and ability to work independently ● Must have experience in supervision of subordinates ● Must maintain confidentiality ● Ability to handle conflict ● Mentally fit and healthy.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Perform auditing functions and administrative functions as directed by Chief Audit Executive ● Keep audit file up-to-date and ensure audit engagements and related documentation is adequately filed ● Prepare the Internal Audit (IA) engagement planning documents sequences in compliance with the approved IA Methodology ● Set up an audit file in terms of the Internal Audit Methodology and relevant internal audit software in compliance with the audit plan ● Identify key controls and gaps resulting from the control objective relating to the specific risk ● Provide input into the developing of the audit program ● Conduct and document the walkthrough to confirm that relevant processes are implemented as documented according to requirements ● Conduct audit engagement procedures in terms of the approved engagement program and adequately document engagement results. ● Continuously be aware of potential fraud and other irregularities and ensure that such risks are covered during the audit engagement in accordance with the approved engagement program ● Ensure that audit findings that are submitted to supervisor is accurate, complete and assess the impact to the overall governance, control and risk management environment ● Obtain and record sufficient, reliable, relevant and useful information is to support the conclusions and audit results in compliance with quality of the Institute of Internal Audit Standards (IIA) standards ● Documenting quality working papers indicating the test objectives, audit techniques, results and the conclusion ● Draft audit findings and adequately identify the root causes effect and recommendations in terms of the IA Methodology ● Participate in opening meetings as well as scope engagement meetings with senior management (as and when required) ● Respond to queries/questions through the collection of information and present and elaborate on findings to substantiate outcomes ● Collaborate with Senior Management and Unit Managers to negotiate acceptance of draft findings and agreement of corrective action (and/or required corrective programs) (as and when required) ● Compile and submit draft internal audit findings to superior ● Ensure that the audit executions are performed within the agreed deadlines and reflects on activities completed ● Keep abreast of developments, legislative requirements, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession.
CORE COMPETENCIES
1. CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
Written Communication: The ability to communicate complex information in understandable documents for specific audiences;
Oral Communication: Demonstrates competence to communicate effectively with clients;
Research and Analysis: Understands and analyses complex fact patterns and concepts;
Advocacy / Negotiation: The ability to develop and present Internal Audit interests in appropriate forums, presenting and negotiating the best possible outcomes;
Ethics and Professionalism: The ability to identify and deal with ethical issues and conflicts of interest;
Organizational Awareness: The ability to understand the municipality’s objectives, and the impact of decisions on the public and the functioning of the various directorates.
2. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
Internal Auditing: Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of risk management, governance and internal control processes;
Engagement Management: Ability to plan, co-ordinate and control the tasks of self and others to deliver on engagements to the required specification and within budget and schedule;
Information Management: The gathering and analysis of data and the management thereof utilising various techniques to best explain the results of the audit process.
3. PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES
Interpersonal Relationships: Able to establish rapport and gets on with others;
Communication: Develops well defined communication strategy;
Service Delivery Orientation: Professional in interaction with general public;
Customer Orientation and Customer Focus: Takes personal responsibility for providing excellent service quality.
4. PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
Action and Outcome Orientation: Successfully completes projects with time and budget allocations;
Resilience: Stays calm and focused under pressure;
Change Readiness: Open to new ideas and ways of doing things;
Cognitive Ability: Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking;
Learning Orientation: Learns from experience – does not repeat mistakes.
5. MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP
Impact and Influence: Influences others effectively using a number of techniques;
Team Orientation: Involves and empowers team in setting and achieving goals;
Coaching and Mentoring: Sets challenging tasks that stretches individual’s abilities;
Strategic Capability / Leadership or Direction Setting: Motivates project teams to achieve highest project results.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.
Notice 411 of 2024_Senior Internal Audit (Closing 4 November 2024).pdf (142.64 KB)
Application for Employment_20.pdf (563.9 KB)
Reference Checking Consent Form_22.pdf (310.53 KB)
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
Closing Date
2024-11-04
BASIC SALARY
R 377 561.45 – R 490 100.78 (T12)
REF NO.:
NOTICE: 414 of 2024
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
● Grade 12 ● 4 Years’ relevant experience ● Relevant Professional ICT Qualification ● CompTIA A+ ● CompTIA Network+ ● Cisco Certified Network Associate CCNA 200-301.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
● Understanding of all aspects of ICT (Information, communication technology and systems); Strategic thinking and problem solving with out of the box solutions is vital ● knowledge of existing hardware infrastructure; MikroTik, Aruba Switches, UTM Firewalls ● RF Communication (2-Way Radio, Long Hall Wireless and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems ● Knowledge of existing software infrastructure; MikroTik Software suite, UTM Firewalls Software and OSPF Routing protocol ● Able to work from heights and thus assess the risk related to this type of work ● People Skills are vital for all aspects of the position as dealing with council, management, sub-ordinates and the public is part of the daily operations ● Valid Code B Drivers’ license with reliable transport ● Computer literacy ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape ● Strong written and verbal communication skills including listening.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Administer, manage and maintain effective networks, applications, software and platforms in a virus-free, secure and reliable environment ● Establish a safe impenetrable virus-free and trustworthy regional network and PC basis ● Provide administrative, maintenance and support for the entire Municipality ● Ensure effective functioning of essential LAN, WAN and wireless network connected devices through effective management and monitoring ● Ensure secure data transfers as per the ICT security policies ● Provide and deliver economic and effective ICT infrastructure to support ICT services that is align to the ICT strategic plan ● Ensure timely recovery in cases of disaster or hardware and software failures ● Ensure the network availability and security of data and information technology services, ● Improve the capabilities if staff, saving costs of outsourcing services; Ensure personnel are capacitated and capable of performing at acceptable levels, deviations addressed and corrective measures implemented to sustain productivity and efficiency ● Core technology competencies Mikrotik, Ubiquity, Fortigate, HP ● Core knowledge competencies OSPF, QOS, VLANS, Security Principles, Disaster Recovery.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Core Professional Competencies
• Business Communication: Demonstrates the ability to involve customers in scoping and implementing solutions to ensure successful outcomes.
• Organisational Awareness: The ability to understand the key drivers in the sector and the municipality and to apply this understanding to meet the service delivery objectives and challenges.
• Consulting: The ability to understand stakeholder needs and dynamics and to build capacity within the target audience through the ability to listen attentively, grasp issues, present information in a clear manner and respond appropriately to verbal and written communication of others.
• Planning and Organising: The ability to plan and organise the work unit using goal setting, objectives, targets, creating work schedules and work plans with associated resources and budgets, according to the municipality’s procedures to achieve the tasks, functions, results of the work unit.
• Monitoring and Control: The ability to monitor the results of delegations, assignments, or projects, considering the skills, knowledge, and experience of the assigned individual and the characteristics of the assignment or project.
• Negotiation: The ability to achieve the desired objectives and agreements through interactive discussion with either internal or external parties. Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
• Oral Communication: The ability to articulate complex concepts in an understandable, convincing manner.
• Written Communication: Communication of complex information in a manner that is understandable (language and format) to the specific audience.
Functional competencies
• Information Strategy: Ability to develop strategies for the management and storage of electronic content.
• Advice and Guidance: Ability to provide advice and guidance on specific aspects of IT.
• Business and IS&T Planning: Develops plans around security, information assurance and the innovative implementation
of strategic information systems.
• Technical Strategy and Planning: Demonstrates an ability to develop technical strategy for the organisation and to plan the rollout of appropriate systems.
• Business Change Management: Demonstrates sensitivity to change management issues and develops strategies to ensure successful IT implementations.
• Data Conversion: Demonstrates technical expertise in structured and unstructured data storage.
• Operations: The ability to implement differing levels of operational services, plans and strategies to ensure that IT infrastructure and applications are functional.
• Installation and Integration: The capacity to install specific hardware and software solutions in different environments.
• User Support: The ability to interact with IT users, pre-empt problems and risks and resolve issues as they occur.
Public Service Orientation Competencies
• Interpersonal Relationships: The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with people within and outside of the municipality.
• Communication: The capacity to listen attentively, grasp issues, present information in a clear manner and respond appropriately to verbal and written communication of others.
• Service Delivery Orientation: The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals.
Personal Competencies
• Action and Outcome Orientation: The display of high work ethic in setting and achieving challenging goals, meeting deadlines and keeping promises. It manifests itself in one’s ability to stay focused on task, to be energetic, persistent and reliable.
• Resilience: The ability to responds constructively to pressure/stress situations and the ability to persist goals despite obstacles and setbacks.
• Cognitive Ability: The ability to gather information, analyse issues and deal with complexity and ambiguity. Shows long-term thinking, follows through in a logical manner, aware of consequences and implications. Is able to see the ‘Bigger Picture’.
• Learning Orientation: The willingness and motivation to learn, acquire knowledge, develop insight and focus on continuous self-improvement.
Management/ Leadership Competencies
• Impact and Influence: The ability to inspire a positive attitude in others and can influence others effectively.
• Team Orientation: The capacity to promote a cooperative climate, understand group dynamics and apply appropriate facilitation techniques in working with others to achieve a shared goal.
• Direction Setting: The ability to create a clear sense of common purpose and vision for others with a view to obtaining buy-in and commitment to the goals.
• Coaching and Mentoring: The ability to assess skills, performance, and potential of subordinates and to encourage their development with the view of optimising their talent.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.
Notice 414 of 2024 Network Administrator (Closing 4 November 2024).pdf (150.63 KB)
Application for Employment_21.pdf (563.9 KB)
Reference Checking Consent Form_23.pdf (310.53 KB)
SENIOR CLERK
Closing Date
2024-11-04
BASIC SALARY
R 164 058,58 – R 212 980,09 (T6)
REF NO.:
Notice: 407 of 2024
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
● Grade 12 ● 2-5 years’ relevant experience
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
● Computer literacy (MS Office Applications) ● Proficiency in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Good human relations, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure ● Performs complex administrative functions which requires specialized knowledge ● Operates under limited supervision
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Attends to general and telephonic enquiries ● Speeds up the correction of accounts and promotes consumer satisfaction ● Assists clients with disconnections, reconnections and opening of new services ● Ensures that the correct consumers are billed, and an account is issued ● Assists clients with credit refunds ● Reduces credits on the system and ensures that the correct credit is paid to the correct recipient and timeously ● Attends to data cleanup ● Ensures correct statements and consumer details ● Actions all appropriate correspondence ● Attends to the completion of Indigent application forms ● Ensures that clients who are in the Indigent bracket benefit from the Indigent subsidy as well as ensuring that no incorrect / fraudulent applications are dealt with ● Assists with journals and transfers ● Furnishes seniors with relevant supporting documents and requests updates.
CORE COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Written Communication: The ability to communicate in written as appropriate to specific audiences
- Oral Communication: The ability to articulate a message in an understandable and convincing manner
- Attention to Detail: Ability to scrutinize own work and that of others to ensure accuracy and compliance with the relevant municipal standards
- Influencing: The ability to interact with others and influence them to adopt the best alternative from a range of options
- Problem Solving: The ability to identify potential problem areas to break the problem into component parts, generates potential solutions, select an option
- Organisational Awareness: The ability to understand the Municipality’s objectives, and the impact of decisions on the community and the functioning of the department
- Planning & Organising: The ability to plan activities within specific timeframes and then to execute these activities according to plan
- Ethics & Professionalism: The ability to identify and deal with ethical issues and conflicts of interest
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.
Notice 407 of 2024 Senior Clerk – Water Electricity (Closing 4 November 2024) (186.91 KB)
ASSISTANT INTERNAL AUDITOR
Closing Date
2024-11-04
BASIC SALARY
R 251 432,17 – R 326 363,01 (T9)
REF NO.:
Notice 412 of 2024
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A relevant 3-year qualification with preference in auditing or internal audit as a major ● 0 – 2 years’ experience
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
●Computer Literacy (MS Office MS Word, Excel. Barn Owl will be highly advantageous.) ●Good Audit Report Writing Skills ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak)● Good communication and interpersonal skills ● Analytical skills ● High level of responsibility and confidentiality● Ability to give attention to detail ● Ability to work under pressure ● Willingness to work after normal working hours and during emergencies ● In depth knowledge of local government auditing procedural applications is essential ● Self-starter and ability to work independently ● Mentally fit and healthy
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
●Responsible for the execution of the audit program, preparation of audit working papers ●Documenting systems, processes and controls by analysing the workflow- processes, conducting interviews, testing and/or verifying information and data in order to identify key risk areas● Evaluate the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls ●Documenting working papers in accordance with Audit Methodology requirements ● Providing input or recommend changes to audit programme ● Identifying and reporting areas of control weaknesses which require management attention ● Drafting audit findings accurately for reporting purposes● Completion of plans and ad-hoc assignments/projects efficiently, effectively and in a timely manner Perform follow-up audits ● Deliver assigned tasks with minimal technical error ● Collection of information and evidence to support findings. ● Perform audit work according to prescribed norms and standards under the general direction of an experienced Auditor.● Coordinate and control procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality ● Keeps abreast of developments, legislative requirements, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession
CORE COMPETENCIES
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
• Written Communication: Able to document Audit working papers.
• Oral Communication: Explains positions orally within municipality on basic audit matters.
• Research and Analysis: Identifies relevant issues and facts.
• Advocacy / Negotiation: Advocates complex positions, and recommendations to supervisors.
• Ethics and Professionalism: Understands the mechanism available in municipality to resolve ethical issues.
• Organisational Awareness: Understands the Internal Audit Section functions.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
• Internal Auditing: Contributes to the conduct of an audit assignment.
• Engagement Management: Manages basic engagements to the agreed standards.
• Information Management: Uses the appropriate audit tools to analyse data.
PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES
• Interpersonal Relationships: Relates well to others.
• Communication: Demonstrates effective oral and written communication.
• Service Delivery Orientation: Displays commitment to excellence.
• Customer Orientation and Customer Focus: Displays a customer focus.
PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
• Action and Outcome Orientation: Shows enthusiasm to take part in new projects.
• Resilience: Shows emotional resilience.
• Change Readiness: Copes effectively with change.
• Cognitive Ability: Shows strong analytical reasoning.
• Learning Orientation: Shows willingness to learn new things.
1. MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP
• Impact and Influence: Is respected by peers and subordinates.
• Team Orientation: Able to function in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Shares knowledge and information with peers.
• Strategic Capability / Leadership or Direction Setting: Achieves strategic objectives against specified performance measures.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.
Application for Employment_19.pdf (563.9 KB)
Reference Checking Consent Form_21.pdf (310.53 KB)
ACCOUNTANT SERVICES
Closing Date
2024-11-04
BASIC SALARY
R 394 551,72 – R 512 155,32 (T12)
REF NO.:
NOTICE 410 of 2024
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
● A relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, preferably a National Diploma or B Com with financial accounting as a major subject ● Compliance with the relevant Minimum Competency Levels for Financial Officials as prescribed will be an added advantage ● 3 – 5 years minimum relevant experience in Financial Accounting field – Revenue and Billing preferably. 2 years must have been in a supervisory role.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
●Valid Code B Driver’s License ● Computer literacy (MS Office applications with advanced Excel and SAMRAS knowledge) ● Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ● Good management, human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ●Sound knowledge of the standards of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) ● Analytical Skills ● Ability to give attention to detail ● High level of responsibility ● Ability to work under pressure ● Willingness to work after normal office hours, during emergencies and planned overtime● Mentally fit and healthy
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Coordinate, control and provide meter reading, water and electricity billing services and administer sundry debtors, cashiering and receipting in accordance legislative prescripts ● Administer connections, new connections and re-connections of services ● Coordinate and provide customer care services ( liaise with consumers, handle queries, correspondence, keep complaints register, register new users on the financial system, opening and closing of accounts and prepare refunds on remaining credits and deposits on closed accounts and controlling Council’s pay points). ● Render billing service, administer sundry debtors in accordance to signed contracts and Council’s by-laws ● Generate, printing and posting of municipal accounts, authorising journals and data capturing ● Execute correct billing run ● Reconciliation of debtors ledger ●Attends to and controls tasks/activities associated with personnel performance, productivity and discipline ● Coordinate and control procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality ● Liaise with internal and external auditors ● Create consumer awareness. ● Keep abreast of legislative changes and emerging trends in the profession.
CORE COMPETENCIES
1. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
• Accounting: Aware of and able to apply the principles of GRAP
• Procurement: Conduct s a capacity and credit check of potential vendors;
• Budgeting: Prepares forecasts of income and expenditure;
• Financial Management: Evaluates current and proposed activities,
• Costing: Understands costing concepts and advise on the management of costs;
• Financial Reporting: Presents information in graphical, diagrammatic or tabular formats.
• Financial Process Management: Assists in managing assets according to policies and procedures.
2. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
• Oral Communication: Provide guidance to the team on goals and objectives of the function;
• Written Communication: Sound report writing skills;
• Organisational Awareness: Understands and internalizes the municipality’s priorities and goals;
• Problem Solving: Identifies problems following defined diagnostic processes;
• Planning and Organizing: Executes tasks in order of priority and urgency.
3. PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES
• Interpersonal Relationships: Relates to people at all levels of the organisation;
• Communication: Organises and presents own perspective in logical manner;
• Service Delivery Orientation: Professional interaction with general public and stakeholders.
4. PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
• Action and outcome orientation: Pushes self and motivates others for results;
• Resilience: Stays calm and focused under pressure;
• Cognitive ability: Demonstrates logical, consequential thinking;
• Change readiness: Open to new ideas and ways of doing things;
• Learning orientation: Learns from experience and does not repeat mistakes.
5. MANAGEMENT / LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
• Impact and Influence: Commands respect from peers and managers.
• Team Orientation: Able to work in a multidisciplinary team;
• Direction Setting: Sets out work for others in a well-planned and organized manner.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Sets challenging tasks that stretches individuals’ abilities and self-confidence;
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.
Notice 410 of 2024 Erratum Accountant Services (Closing 4 November 2024).pdf (147.72 KB)
Application for Employment_22.pdf (563.9 KB)
Reference Checking Consent Form_24.pdf (310.53 KB)
All the best with your applications.
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