City of Johannesburg Jobs

PERMANENT POSITIONS:
Head of Department: Public Safety
Group Head: Communication and Marketing

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated
  documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV).
• Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original
  documents during the selection process.
• You will be requested to provide a brief description of your work experience relating to
  the vacancy.
• Applicants with membership to professional bodies need to provide a membership
  number and expiry date.
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VACANCY CIRCULAR 012/2026 City of Johannesburg

Head of Department: Public Safety

Department: Office of the City Manager
Branch: Public Safety
Designation: Head of Department: Public Safety
Remuneration: R 2 219 302 pa (all-inclusive, cost to company)
Location: Sappi Building, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein

Minimum requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12; or equivalent
• Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice / Police Science / Fire Science / Disaster
  Management / Law Enforcement / Business Administration / Public Administration, or
  relevant degree in Public Safety Administration discipline or related field (NQF level 7);
• 10 years’ extensive experience and subject matter expertise in the public safety, security,
  and emergency management services environments, of which 5 years must be at a senior
  managerial level;
• Working knowledge of police and/or emergency management operations;
• Good knowledge and interpretation of policy and legislation;
• Good knowledge of the performance management system;
• Good governance;
• Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations;
• Valid driver’s license;
• No criminal record (excluding previous conviction relating to political activities in the
  previous dispensation).

Primary Function
To provide strategic leadership on all aspects of integrated public safety that ensure
efficient and effective implementation/performance of the core functions as prescribed
in all the regulations and prescripts governing public safety.

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide strategic leadership and support on policing, traffic management, by-law
  enforcement, and crime prevention services;
• Provide strategic leadership, direction, and support for effective emergency, fire, rescue
  services, disaster management, public information education and relations, and by-law
  enforcement services within and beyond the borders of the City;
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of disaster
  management and mitigation services;
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of driver
  licensing and testing services;
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the effective implementation of the City’s
  assets, property, and human resource security services;

Leading competencies:

• Strategic direction and leadership; People management, Program and project
  management, performance management;
• Financial management; Change management; Change leadership; Governance
  leadership.

Core Competencies:

• Moral competence; Planning and organising; Analysis and innovation; Knowledge and
  information management; Communication; Results and quality focus;
• Minimum competency requirements for Senior Managers

Applicants who previously applied in Circular 108/2025 are encouraged to re-apply

“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City
of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation
and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements.
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups, including those with
disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment
Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.”

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using
the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/18t65BQ24RU6lVIU1DdLQ0w469tl

APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za

ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Pelisa Matsepe
Tel No: 011 407 6003

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 09 FEBRUARY 2026

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is
received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application
was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of
Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of
your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and
related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg,
you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:

• Credit Record,
• CV validation and Employment record verification,
• Criminal check, and
• Identity validation.

Group Head: Communication and Marketing

epartment: Office of the City Manager
Branch: Group Communication and Marketing
Designation: Group Head: Communication and Marketing
Remuneration: R 2 219 302 pa (all-inclusive, cost to company)
Location: Sappi Building, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein

Appointment requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12, or equivalent;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Marketing / Communications / Marketing / Public Relations or
  related at NQF 7;
• 10 years’ relevant experience, of which 5 years must be at a senior managerial level in
  marketing/communication and or public relations
• Strong web content development and social media marketing expertise;
• Deep understanding of digital analytics and the ability to translate data into actionable
  insights;
• Experience in using analytics tools to communicate outcomes and return on investment;
• No criminal record (excluding previous conviction relating to political activities in the
  previous dispensation);
• Valid driver’s license.

Primary Function:
The primary role of the position is to promote the vision and mission of the City of
Johannesburg by creating communications and marketing strategies and plans,
overseeing communication, marketing, and events team operations, and raising
awareness of organisational initiatives and the mayoral priorities.

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop, guide, implement, and drive a central communication and marketing strategy in
  response to the overall strategy and communications, marketing, and events activities,
  and programmes of the City;
• Create, enhance, and promote a positive image of the City;
• Initiate and guide the management of communication and marketing-related qualitative
  and quantitative research (surveys and polling) to ensure sustainability and growth;
• Represent the City of Johannesburg, promote and build sound relationships and
  stakeholder confidence between the municipality and all internal and external
  stakeholders;
• Ensure effective financial management and control and corporate governance throughout
  the area of accountability;
• Set the context, performance standards, and give oversight on business processes,
  quality, policy, and/or guideline management.

Leading Competencies:

• Strategic direction and leadership; People management, Program and project
  management, performance management;
• Financial management; Change management; Change leadership; Governance
  leadership.

Core Competencies:

• Media / Public Relations and Communications, Marketing, Digital Communications, and
  Events Management;
• Public Finances and Administration: Knowledge of government policies specifically related
  to strategic and financial planning, organising, directing, and coordinating local
  government operations; Knowledge of risk management principles and the principles and
  practices of municipal budget preparation and administration;
• Management of Personnel: Knowledge of leadership techniques, principles, and
  practices/procedures used to delegate, manage/supervise, train, monitor, and evaluate
  the work of staff;
• Customer Service: General knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer
  services and meeting quality standards for services through the regular evaluation of
  customer satisfaction (e.g., surveys and polling);
• Technology: General knowledge of current trends and practices related to the use of
  technology in communications, marketing, and events-related activities;
• Project Management: Basic knowledge of project management techniques and tools;
• Change Management: A strong foundational understanding of the principles and concepts
  around change management and change.

Applicants who previously applied in Circular 108/2025 are encouraged to reapply

“All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City
of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation
and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements.
Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups including those with
disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment
Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.”

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using
the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/15UEqoYk5SeKKBmVyFSHi_g469tl

APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za

ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Pelisa Matsepe
Tel No: 011 407 6003

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 09 FEBRUARY 2026

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of
appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they
must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your
application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that
the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for
the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of
the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent
to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted:

• Credit Record,
• CV validation and
• Employment record verification,
• Criminal check, and
• Identity validation.

We wish you all the best with your applications