Job Description

To provide strategic leadership and direction for the Department in the following
functional areas: Water Services, Energy Management, Waste Management,
Engineering Services, Road Infrastructure Management, Human Settlements and
eThekwini Transport Authority.
Key Responsibility AreasContributes to service delivery systems of a complex nature and provides
supportive leadership to the Accounting Officer, Senior Management team and
Council.
Management of service delivery plans and strategic objectives for service
provision through the formulation of short, medium and long-term service
delivery plans.
Ensure an analytical and methodical structuring of projects and project planning
for adequate control over projects.
Supports and comply with the Supply Chain Management function.
Ensure financial management and budget implementation within the areas of
responsibility.
Supports the implementation of the performance reporting process within the
area of responsibility.
Supports and implements good governance, ethics and values in management.
Guide and understand the management of risk for the municipality within the
area of responsibility and analyse internal audit reports when considering risk.
Supports and contributes to the formulation of policy and the municipalitys
Bylaws within the area of responsibility.
Supports the audit process with the area of responsibility, in order to obtain the
annual and optimum level of assurance from the Auditor-General.
CompetenciesSTRATEGIC DIRECTION AND LEADERSHIP- Provide and direct a vision for the
institution, and inspire and deploy others to deliver on the strategic institutional
mandate.
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT- Effectively manage, inspire and encourage people,
respect diversity, optimise talent and build and nurture relationships in order to
achieve institutional objectives.
PROGRAM AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT- Able to understand program and
project management methodology; plan, manage, monitor and evaluate specific
activities in order to deliver on set objectives.
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT - Able to compile, plan and manage budgets, control
cash flow, institute financial risk management and administer procurement
processes in accordance with recognised financial practices. Further to ensure
that all financial dealings are managed in an ethical manner.
CHANGE LEADERSHIP- Able to direct and initiate institutional transformation on
all levels in order to successfully drive and implement new initiatives and deliver
professional and quality services to the community.

• GOVERNANCE LEADERSHIP- Able to promote, direct and apply professionalism

in managing risk and compliance requirements and apply a thorough
understanding of governance practices and obligations. Further, able to direct
the conceptualization of relevant policies and enhance cooperative governance
relationships.
Essential RequirementsBachelor of Technology in Engineering (NQF Level 7) or Bachelor of Science
Degree in Engineering (NQF Level 8) or equivalent qualification in the Built
Environment Profession.
Professional registration with the relevant professional body.
A certificate of minimum municipal competencies from an accredited institution
or obtainable within 18 months from date of appointment.
Valid motor vehicle driving license.
8 years managerial experience of which at least 5 years must be at a middle
management level in a local government context will be an added advantage.
3-4 years must be at professional/management level engineering management
experience
Preferred RequirementsNil
Housing Subsidy Yes
Leave Yes
Medical Aid Yes
Other Allowances Annual Total Remuneration Package will be in line with the Local Government Municipal Systems Act as amended, 2000, Gazette No. 40118 (Act No.32 of 2000)
Pension Fund Yes
Remuneration R 2 219 302
13th Cheque Yes
Contact Name Mr Mazwi Ngwane
Contact Telephone 031 311 2912