The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) is recruiting professionals in the fields of Human Resources, Labour Relations, and Financial Audit Support. If you’re passionate about building municipal capacity and supporting good governance, apply for one of these exciting 12-month fixed-term roles based in Polokwane, Limpopo.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer: | South African Local Government Association (SALGA) |
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| Closing Date: | 25 July 2025 |
| Location: | Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa |
Post Title: Advisor: HR and Capacity Building
Reference: 25/07/11
Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed-Term
Cluster: Municipal Capabilities and Governance
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR Management/Development or related field
- 6+ years relevant experience, with 3 years in Skills Development
- At least 1 year in a mid-level role within a medium/large organisation
- Public sector and Local Government sector knowledge
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise municipalities on HR systems, performance management, and policy compliance
- Coordinate and monitor skills development, training sessions, and WSP submissions
- Provide guidance on LGSETA processes and build stakeholder partnerships
- Conduct research and support knowledge sharing initiatives
- Monitor programme performance and ensure project compliance
- Represent municipalities in forums related to HR capacity development
Post Title: Advisor: Labour Relations and Collective Bargaining
Reference: 25/07/12
Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed-Term
Cluster: Municipal Capabilities and Governance
Requirements:
- Degree in Labour Relations, Human Resources, or Law
- Admission as Attorney/Advocate is an advantage
- 6+ years relevant experience in the public sector
- Understanding of BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA, and municipal policies
- Valid driver’s license and own vehicle
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent municipalities in CCMA, SALGBC, and disciplinary hearings
- Advise SALGA and municipalities on labour policies and legal compliance
- Support working groups and prepare HR reports and bargaining mandates
- Assist with policy roll-outs and legislative training for municipalities
- Provide labour-related advice, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation
Post Title: Advisor: Finance – Audit Support
Reference: 25/07/13 & 25/07/14
Contract Type: 12 Months Fixed-Term
Cluster: Municipal Finance, Fiscal Policy and Economic Growth
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting
- 5+ years relevant finance experience; 1 year in a mid-level role
- Strong knowledge of MFMA and local government finance frameworks
- Local Government financial management experience required
- Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Projects
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist municipalities with audit readiness and financial resilience
- Monitor and report on “red zone” municipalities and municipal audit outcomes
- Conduct research and benchmarking on municipal finance performance
- Provide technical support and capacity building on financial governance
- Engage in policy advocacy and represent SALGA at finance-related forums
- Implement and monitor project deliverables, including M&E and compliance
How to Apply
To apply and view more details, visit the official SALGA application portal at:
www.cvspaces.co.za
Closing Date: 25 July 2025
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SALGA reserves the right not to make an appointment. All applications will be made in line with its Employment Equity Plan.