Stellenbosch Municipality

Stellenbosch Local Municipality Vacancies: Apply by 28 July 2025

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Stellenbosch Municipality invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for exciting opportunities within the Community and Protection Services as well as at an executive level. If you are ready to contribute to effective law enforcement or lead the Corporate Services Directorate, apply before the deadline.

Vacancy Details

Employer:Stellenbosch Local Municipality
Closing Date:28 July 2025
Location:Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Post Title: Municipal Patrol Officer x5

Directorate: Community and Protection Services – Law Enforcement
Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term

Requirements:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • 1 year relevant experience
  • Peace Officer Qualification (minimum 6 weeks daily training recognised by SAPS)
  • Code B Driver’s License
  • Firearm proficiency and recent law enforcement duty (past 6 months)
  • No criminal record; must pass police clearance

Other Requirements:

  • Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans, English, Xhosa)
  • Good interpersonal and conflict handling skills
  • Physically fit, able-bodied, and capable of working 24-hour shifts
  • Must wear prescribed uniform and acquire a municipal driver authority
  • Must obtain official Firearm Competency Certificate within 1 month of appointment
  • Must not have resigned from prior employment due to fraud investigations

Duties:

  • Enforce municipal by-laws, legislation, and road traffic safety regulations
  • Patrol designated areas and respond to safety threats
  • Monitor compliance and complete statutory documentation
  • Provide support in service delivery operations

Added Advantage:

  • Code A or C1 Driver’s License

Salary:

  • R23,407.45 (Total Cost to Employer) per month

Application Instructions:

Submit the completed official Stellenbosch Municipality Application Form, certified copies of qualifications, CV, and references to:
📧 Comprotect.Jobs@stellenbosch.gov.za
Download application form here

Post Title: Director: Corporate Services

Ref No: CS/01
Contract Type: Performance-based (Minimum 10 years or negotiable)
Appointment Type: Section 56 appointment

Remuneration:

  • Total cost to employer: Minimum R1,139,433 (Category 5 Municipality, as per government regulations)

Minimum Requirements:

  • Postgraduate Degree in Public Administration, Management Sciences, or Law (NQF Level 8)
  • 7 years’ experience at senior and middle management level (minimum 2 years senior)
  • Competency in Municipal Finance Management Programme (CPMF/MFMP)
  • Valid Code B Driver’s License

Key Duties:

  • Oversee Corporate Services including HR, ICT, Admin Services, Legal, Compliance, and Property
  • Develop and implement policies, budgets, and strategic goals aligned with municipal plans
  • Provide corporate support to other directorates
  • Advise on institutional governance and compliance

Other Competencies:

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic management skills
  • Sound understanding of local government legislation and governance
  • Strong knowledge of SCM regulations, performance management, and legal frameworks

Application Instructions:

Submit a completed official application form, CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID, driver’s license, and three references to:
📧 applications.municipalmanager@stellenbosch.gov.za
Download application form here

How to Apply