Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Jobs

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: CORPORATE SERVICES

VACANCY

In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under-mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply, subject to meeting the inherent requirements of the position.

The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement, and disclose his/her financial interests and undergo pre-employment screening and competency assessment as part of the selection process.

Appointment to the advertised position will be permanent, in accordance with the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations and Guidelines.

Normal fringe benefits will apply to this position.

CORPORATE SERVICES DIRECTORATE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: CORPORATE SERVICES

LOCATION: WITHIN THE AREA OF JURISDICTION OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METRO

POSITION CODE/REFERENCE NUMBER: 250714

ANNUAL TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

Minimum: R1 644 307; Midpoint: R2 017 553; Maximum: R2 390 802

(ALL INCLUSIVE)

The remuneration package offered will be commensurate with the level of qualifications, skills, competencies and experience required from the incumbent.

In terms of the policy and legislative framework of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, this position reports directly to the City Manager, and the successful candidate will form part of the management team of the Municipal Administration as a whole.

Job purpose:

The Executive Director: Corporate Services is responsible for providing strategic direction and executive leadership in providing integrated human capital management to optimise organisational or municipal capability. As a member of the top administrative and executive team advise and support the City Manager in defining and setting a municipal culture of service delivery, effectiveness and efficiency in a professionalised environment.

Higher education qualification:

• A Post-Graduate Degree in Public Administration/Management Science/Social Science/Human Resources/Law or equivalent.
• A minimum of seven (7) to eight (8) years relevant experience at senior and middle management level of which two (2) years must be at senior management level.
• A Certificate in Municipal Finance Management: Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or attaining within 18 months of appointment the required competency level for Senior Managers in terms of LG MFMA Minimum Competency Levels of 2007 and 2018 amendments.
• A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
• Valid Professional Registration with the relevant Accredited Professional Body shall be an added advantage.

Key performance areas:

• Provide strategic direction in the planning process of the Municipality in respect of the Integrated Development Plan (IDP), budget, good corporate governance and highest standards of ethical, moral and professional conduct.
• Sound understanding of the policy directives, legislation and regulations governing the sectors and professional disciplines applicable to the function and abreast with new developments.
• Direct and lead the development and implementation of long-, medium- and short-term strategies, policies and plans that enable the organisation to achieve its objectives.
• Lead strategic human capital planning and forecasting to anticipate future service delivery demands and evaluate their implications for sustainable and efficient service provision.
• Facilitate change in human behaviour, technology and its utilisation, systems and processes in the workplace to optimise functioning of the Municipality.
• Facilitate the design and implementation of a talent-driven business strategy directed to attract, deploy, develop, retain and optimise talent.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive set of management and financial systems and controls within the Directorate and implementing a regular reporting regime in terms of the requirements of the law.

Proof of academic qualifications:

• All applications must be accompanied by certified copies of academic qualifications.
• Short-listed candidates will be required to produce their original academic qualifications at the interview.
• As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be subjected to vetting, security clearance and verification of their qualification. The recommended candidate/s will undergo competency assessments.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please note that in terms of the Local Government: Regulations on the appointment and conditions of employment of Senior Managers, Government Gazette No. 37245 of 17 January 2014, a special form is utilised to assist the Municipality in recruiting, selecting and appointing suitable candidates in senior management positions.

NOTE: Applicants will be required to complete the specific Executive Directors application form as part of their supporting documentation. Only online applications via the Vacancies e-recruitment service on the municipal website will be accepted. No application form other than the form on the website will be accepted.

In Vacancies on the website: https://www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za/vacancies, go to the Executive Director application form: https://www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za/datarepository/documents/nmbm-application-form-senior-positions.pdf

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality reserves the right to fill or not to fill the position.  

Telephonic enquiries: 041 506 3259

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: MONDAY, 12 JANUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

VACANCY

In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under-mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply, subject to meeting the inherent requirements of the position.

The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement, and disclose his/her financial interests and undergo pre-employment screening and competency assessment as part of the selection process.

Appointment to the advertised position will be permanent, in accordance with the Local Government: Municipal Staff Regulations and Guidelines.

Normal fringe benefits will apply to this position.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORATE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

LOCATION: WITHIN THE AREA OF JURISDICTION OF THE NELSON MANDELA BAY METRO

POSITION CODE/REFERENCE NUMBER: 250713

ANNUAL TOTAL REMUNERATION PACKAGE PER ANNUM:

Minimum: R1 644 307; Midpoint: R2 017 553; Maximum: R2 390 802

(ALL INCLUSIVE)

The remuneration package offered will be commensurate with the level of qualifications, skills, competencies and experience required from the incumbent.

In terms of the legislative framework and policy of the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality, this position reports directly to the City Manager, and the successful candidate will form part of management team of the Municipal Administration as a whole.

Job purpose:

The Planning and Development Directorate is responsible for implementing the Council’s policies through consultation with communities and the planning and implementation of sustainable human settlements, spatial planning, urban design, planning and building development, local economic development and property management within the area of jurisdiction of the Municipality. It further acts as an agent of Provincial and National Government on assigned functions in terms of Section 104 of the Constitution.

Higher education qualification:

• A Post-Graduate Degree in Building Sciences/Architect/Town and Regional Planning or Development Studies; or equivalent.
• A minimum of seven (7) to eight (8) years relevant experience at senior and middle management level of which two (2) years must be at senior management level.
• A Certificate in Municipal Finance Management: Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or attaining within 18 months of appointment the required competency level for Senior Managers in terms of LG MFMA Minimum Competency Levels of 2007 and 2018 amendments.
• A valid Code EB driver’s licence.
• Valid Professional Registration with the Accredited Professional Body such as SACAP shall be an added advantage.

Key performance areas:

• Provide strategic direction in the planning process of the Municipality in respect of the Integrated Development Plan (IDP), budget, good corporate governance and highest standards of ethical professional and moral conduct.
• Lead, direct and manage a multi-disciplinary team to design, implement and evaluate best fit solutions to critical municipal challenges on basic service delivery and its improvement.
• Sound understanding of the policy directives, legislation and regulations governing the sectors and professional disciplines applicable to the function and abreast with new developments.
• Conceptualisation of a brief into spatial ideas that encompass the various aspects of context, scale, climate, budget, social, political and economic factors with the intent of facilitating development and sustainable human settlement.
• Explore and implement new ways of delivering services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve municipal goals. The ability to create a clear sense of common purpose and vision for others with a view to obtain buy-in and commitment to the goals.
• Drives equitable service delivery taking into account how political and service issues, program, policies and decisions impact public interest and concerns.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive set of management and financial systems and controls within the Directorate and implementing a regular reporting regime in terms of the requirements of the law.

Proof of academic qualifications:

• All applications must be accompanied by certified copies of academic qualifications.
• Short-listed candidates will be required to produce their original academic qualifications at the interview.
• Canvassing of Councillors is not permitted, and proof thereof will result in disqualification.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please note that in terms of the Local Government: Regulations on the appointment and conditions of employment of Senior Managers, Government Gazette No. 37245 of 17 January 2014, a special form is utilised to assist the Municipality in recruiting, selecting and appointing suitable candidates in senior management positions.

NOTE: Applicants will be required to complete the specific Executive Directors application form as part of their supporting documentation. Only online applications via the Vacancies e-recruitment service on the municipal website will be accepted. No application form other than the form on the website will be accepted.

In Vacancies on the website:  https://www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za/vacancies, go to the Executive Director application form: https://www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za/datarepository/documents/nmbm-application-form-senior-positions.pdf

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality reserves the right to fill or not to fill the position.  

Telephonic enquiries: 041 506 3259

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: MONDAY, 12 JANUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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SERGEANT

VACANCY

In terms of its Employment Equity Plan, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is committed to employment practices that redress past imbalances in respect of race, gender and disability, and as such the relevant policy will be considered during selection and placement.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the under-mentioned position. Persons with a disability are encouraged to apply, unless otherwise stated in the advertisement.

SAFETY AND SECURITY DIRECTORATE

SERGEANT

(METRO POLICE)

POSITION CODE: 250715

TASK Grade 12 (R520 584 – R723 780 per annum)

(Basic salary only, excluding benefits)

Qualifications and experience required:

• A relevant NQF5 qualification and National Diploma in Municipal Policing (three-year qualification) or National Diploma in Traffic Safety Management (three-year qualification) or equivalent Policing qualification; AND
• All requirements applicable to be appointed as a Municipal Police member in terms of Regulation 11 of Regulations for Municipal Police Services, 1999.
• A valid Code B driver’s licence.
• Minimum of four years’ relevant experience in a municipal policing or similar environment.

Key attributes and competencies:

• Proficient oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• High level of alertness.
• Safety awareness and quick to respond when and where required.

Physical/mental conditions associated with the position:

The incumbent should be physically fit and able-bodied.

The physical attributes associated with this post necessitate that the incumbent is physically fit and able-bodied to perform the relevant functions, and as such, shortlisted candidates will be required to submit themselves to the Municipal Medical Doctor to be medically examined as part of the selection process.

Special conditions attached to the position:

• Exposure to all weather conditions.
• Exposure to stressful situations that are physically threatening.
• Making decisions with a high impact on the organisation and which may have grave consequences.
• Working variable shifts on a twenty-four-hour basis.
• Any other inherent post specific requirement (i.e. Assessor/Moderator qualification) (registration to a professional body required).
• Required to be on stand-by and work overtime during specific unplanned emergencies and when required.

Job purpose:

The effective execution of all activities, operations and interventions related to policing, in order to ensure the delivery of effective and efficient shifts during the execution of operational duties in relation to By-law Enforcement, Traffic Policing and Crime Prevention functions within the NMB Metropolitan area by taking charge of operational shifts during the execution of operational duties.

As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.

Fringe benefits will include membership of a Retirement Fund, Medical Aid Scheme, Group Life Assurance Scheme, participation in a Housing Subsidy and Car Schemes (subject to the conditions of the various Schemes), and normal leave and sick leave benefits.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Kindly note that all applications for employment and supporting documentation in respect of the advertised vacancy should be submitted online on the municipal website at www.nelsonmandelabay.gov.za (go to ‘Vacancies’ to find the documentation for details for submitting online applications). It is advisable to submit applications online in good time to allow time for attending to queries that may arise when submitting applications.

Hand-delivered or mailed applications for this position will not be accepted.

Telephonic enquiries may be directed to the Receptionist, tel. 041 506 3259.

CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: FRIDAY, 9 JANUARY 2026 BEFORE 14:00

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We wish you all the best with your applications