The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality invites applications for key senior-level and specialist positions aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and employee wellness. If you meet the requirements and are committed to public service excellence, don’t miss this opportunity. Applications close on Friday, 16 May 2025 before 14:00.
Vacancy Details
| Employer | Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 16 May 2025 before 14:00 |
| Location | Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
Post Title: Chief Operating Officer
Reference/Position Code: 250575
Location: Noninzi Luzipho Building, Gqeberha
Remuneration: R1 644 307 – R2 390 802 per annum (All-inclusive)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences/Public Administration/Law or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in senior and middle management (2 years must be senior level)
- Certificate in Municipal Finance and Management (or obtained within 18 months)
- SACSSP registration is an advantage
- Valid Code B driver’s licence
Key Competencies:
- Advanced governance, risk, and compliance management
- Strategic leadership, transformation and policy implementation
- Extensive experience in managing large budgets and staff
- Strong legal, performance and contract management skills
Key Duties:
- Ensure compliance with constitutional, legal and policy frameworks
- Develop operational systems and controls
- Manage IDP support, legal services, and strategic transformation initiatives
- Oversee contract, risk, and performance management systems
- Lead a highly unionised workforce while ensuring labour peace
Post Title: Wellness Coordinator – Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness
Position Code: 240508
Directorate: Public Health
Task Grade 13 Salary: R558 048 – R775 848 per annum (Basic salary only, excluding benefits)
Requirements:
- Diploma or BCur Degree in Nursing Science (SANC registered)
- Relevant post-basic qualification in Primary Health, Occupational Health, Community Health, Admin preferred
- SANS160001:2013 Wellness & Disease Management certification (incl. HIV/AIDS) advantageous
- Five years’ relevant experience
- Computer literacy
Key Competencies:
- Operational planning and coordination
- Report-writing and supervisory skills
- High physical and mental endurance, resilience
- Strategic thinking, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities
Job Purpose:
- Design and implement wellness programmes to improve staff health, reduce disease burden, boost morale and reduce absenteeism within the Municipality.
How to Apply
To apply and for more details, visit the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Vacancies Portal.
For the Chief Operating Officer position:
You must also complete and submit the official Executive Director’s application form (PDF) along with your online application.
Hand-delivered or mailed applications will not be accepted.