Deputy Director: Council & Committees at City of Johannesburg

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / NQF level 4 plus Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or Business Administration (NQF Level 7); 7 – 8 years’ experience in the Legislative Sector, Local Government system/Public Sector, or Provincial and National Governments with at least 2 years management experience.

Primary Function:

• To lead, direct and manage the Council and Committees Sub-Directorate so that the Legislative Arm of the City of Johannesburg is provided with efficient and effective
• support in relation to strategic direction associated with policies, National and
• Provincial legislation, and meets best international practice/benchmarks with respect to legislative support, the provision of records and language service, the
• Implementation of the petitions policy of the City and the associated principles of good governance in the City of Johannesburg.

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide support to the Speaker with regards to effective functioning of Council and its Section 79 Committees.
• Identify, establish, develop, manage and maintain relations with relevant Institutions and networks.
• Direct and manage the implementation of financial controls or procedures and provide information to support financial planning sequences.
• Identify and define immediate, short and long term objectives and plans associated with the provision of a comprehensive and effective administrative and secretariat support;
• Direct and control outcomes associated with productivity and performance management of human capital within the Council and Committees Sub-Directorate.
• Manage the Council and Committees Sub-Directorate operations.

Leading Competencies:

• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel).
• Good communication Skills (Writing and Verbal).
• Monitoring and Evaluation.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Time management.
• Analytical skills.

CLOSING DATE: TUESDAY, 04 NOVEMBER 2025