Unicity 528

STAFF VACANCY ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY
CIRCULAR NO. 528
Applications are invited for the vacant positions within the various Clusters/Units, as detailed in the
circular. Except where the contrary applies, appointments made will be in terms of the Conditions of
Services applicable within the eThekwini Municipality.
Application forms are obtainable from any Human Capital section and must reach the addresses
indicated not later than 12:00 (Midday) on the dates stated. Candidates must state clearly the position
to which appointment is sought, and if consideration for more than one vacancy (even in the same
Department) is desired, then separate applications must be submitted in respect to each such position.
Applicants are requested to furnish telephone number/s at which they may be contacted.
Please Note: - Canvassing of Councillors and Officials in respect of these positions will lead to
disqualification of the applicants.
Human Capital Unit.
DURBAN
08/07/2022
eThekwini Municipality is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Women and people
with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
UNIT DESIGNATION PAGE
DCM OFFICE (CORPORATE & Senior Manager (Corporate 1/2

HUMAN CAPITAL) and Human Capital)
ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY Financial Internal Auditor Specialist 3/4

AUDIT, AND RISK ASSURANCE
SERVICES
CITY FLEET Executive Secretary 5/6
PARKS, RECREATION, AND Supervisor (Field Ranger) 7/8

CULTURE
“ “ Natural Areas Assistant 9/10
CITY ADMINISTRATION Printing Operator 11/12
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION Community Mobilisers/ 13/14/15

Senior Community Mobilisers
BUSINESS SUPPORT Senior Tourism Officer 16/17
ELECTRICITY Maintenance Inspector Assistant 18/19
ENGINEERING Professional Architect/ 20/21

Senior Professional Architect
“ “ Project Manager 22/23
HUMAN SETTLEMENT Senior Technician 24/25
“ “ Administration Officer 26/27
“ “ Administrator (Records) 28/29
DCM (HUMAN SETTLEMENT ENG Office Attendant 30/31

SERV & TRANSPORT)
FIRE AND EMERGENCY Fire Safety Officer 32/33
CITY INTEGRITY Forensic Investigator 34/35
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Trainee IT Support Officer 36
EXPENDITURE Expenditure Administrator 37/38

SECTION II
RE-ADVERTISING/AMENDMENT
NIL
INTERNAL /EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
The Municipality is committed to the provisions of the Employment Equity Act in its Recruitment /Employment policies.
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CORPORATE AND HUMAN CAPITAL CLUSTER
SENIOR MANAGER (CORPORATE & HUMAN CAPITAL)
REF NO: 60000008
DCM OFFICE (CORPORATE AND HUMAN CAPITAL) UNIT
Total Value of Remuneration Package
R1 210 290.00 / R1 547 171.00 pa
Grade 17
Benefits included in the Total Value of Remuneration Package Range (Pension, 13 th Cheque, Medical Aid,
Housing Subsidy and Car Allowance) are payable in accordance with the rules/requirements of the respective
benefit schemes and any revisions that may occur from time to time which may alter the Total Value of
Remuneration Package. In addition, other allowances may be payable (where applicable).
Job Purpose:
Facilitate the provision of a professional, strategic, and specialized services designed to add value and improve
the Cluster’s operations, strategy, mandate and help accomplish set objectives as well as ensure effective
coordination and control over the executive commitments of the Cluster and to enforce improved
implementation and management of processes throughout the Cluster.
Key Responsibility Areas:
•Manage and oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Cluster executive commitments
Strategy and Compliance Plan.
•Manage operations within the Office of the DCM.
•Forward planning, strategic alignment, defining strategic and functional objectives of the Cluster’s intent and
deliveries.
•Manage Cluster’s overall high-level administrative functions.
•Manage, direct and guide programmes and projects.
•Interact internally and externally disseminating professional information with recommendations, solutions, and
alternatives.
•Identifies with the clusters strategic objectives and aligns departmental key performance areas to support the
execution of plans and programmes.
•Manages and controls outcomes associated with utilization, productivity, and performance of personnel within
the section.
•Co-ordinates the finalization of the capital and operating budget for the cluster and guides the DCM in the
approval and control of expenditure against the budget.
•Provide input into the development policy and procedures to provide direction on critical issues relating to
employment conditions of service delivery dictates.
•Adhering to Batho Pele principles.
•Manage and administer internal and external Youth Programmes and initiatives.
•Disseminates strategic and functional information on the immediate, short, and long-term plans and current
applications and constraints.
•Co-ordinates specific administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key performance and
results indicators of the functionality.
Essential Requirements:
•Relevant tertiary Degree (NQF level 7).
•Valid motor vehicle driving license.
•6 Years relevant experience.
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Preferred Requirements:
•Relevant post graduate qualification (NQF Level 8).
eThekwini Municipality is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Women and people with
disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
In addition to the basic salary reflected above, the Municipality offers a 13th cheque, housing subsidy (subject to
certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.
Applicants who have not been contacted / notified within 3 months of the closing date of this advert should
consider themselves unsuccessful.
Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.
Any employee may be required to be deployed and report to any of the offices, depots, or workplaces of the
Municipality within its area of jurisdiction. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Canvassing Councillors or Officials in respect of these positions will lead to the disqualification of the
applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a
medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.
To apply go to: (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/

and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 22/07/2022.
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OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER CLUSTER
FINANCIAL INTERNAL AUDITOR SPECIALIST
REF NO: 12000444
ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY AUDIT AND RISK ASSURANCE SERVICES UNIT
FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL AUDITING DEPARTMENT
R1 014 966.00 /R1 293 631.00 pa
Grade 16
Benefits included in the Total Value of Remuneration Package Range (Pension, 13th Cheque, Medical Aid,
Job Purpose:
To provide a specialised financial auditing professional consulting service by providing a reliable, value added
and independent technical auditing assurance function for eThekwini Municipality over the effectiveness of
controls mitigating current and evolving high risks and in so doing enhance the controls of the organisation with
specific reference to Treasury and financial operations.
•Implements audit programmes and projects, focussing on financial / technical / Treasury activities.
•Provide specialist financial auditing input for positive contribution to clean audit mandate and compliance with
the standards.
•Contributes specialist financial auditing requirements in implementing financial auditing projects aligned with
the combined assurance audit programme.
•Disseminates functional and operational information on the immediate, short- and long-term objectives and
current applications and constraints.
•Provides specialist financial auditing contribution to the administrative and reporting requirements associated
with the key performance and result indicators of the financial auditing remit.
•Contributes to knowledge management and document control systems (continuity and business recovery
process) of the financial remit of Internal Audit.
•Relevant B. Degree in Financial / Accounting / Auditing, plus three (3) years articles. IIASA-IAT and GIA will
service as an alternative to the three (3) years articles.
•Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (Code B).
•Relevant post graduate qualification. CTA or Honours in Accounting. CIA / CA would be an advantage.

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FINANCE CLUSTER
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
REF NO: 73001522
CITY FLEET UNIT
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R197 994.81 / R257 017.53 pa
Grade 07
Job Purpose:
To provide secretarial support to the Bus Operations and Management.
•Provides a complete secretarial service to the management including coordinating the itinerary and making the
necessary travel and business arrangements.
•Directs and controls telephone calls.
•Establish and maintains a general and confidential filing system.
•Maintains updated policy and procedural records where appropriate (e.g., By-Laws, Ordinances, Codes of
Practice, Municipal manuals, etc).
•Collation of documents as may be required.
•Controls and maintains executive stationery and miscellaneous requirements.
•Receives visitors and attends to arrangements regarding meetings, presentations, and office functions.
•Compiles and distributes agendas and takes minutes.
•Co-ordinates and controls incoming and outgoing mail.
•Performs fast and accurate typing duties by utilizing a word processor or personal computer.
•Matric/Grade 12 plus relevant certificate accredited by SAQA.
•Computer Literacy.
•Secretarial Diploma.

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Applications must be lodged to the following: SEDA- by the Market CBD, Bester – by the Library,
Hammersdale – At Sizakala Centre (room 205) by SASA office -second floor, Clermont – Thusong Sizakala
Centre, Fedville – Sizakala Centre Kwa- Dabeka Sizakala Centre or at the Human Resources – Centre of
Excellence, 21 Archie Gumede Street, Durban, 4001 or (Telephone Enquiries: 031 311 3103) or go to
(Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/ and click on the
link – closing date is Friday, 22/07/2022 at 12:00 (Midday).
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COMMUNITY AND EMERGENCY SERVICES CLUSTER
SUPERVISOR (FIELD RANGER)
REF NO: 44015098
PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE UNIT
PARKS LEISURE AND CEMETERIES DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R222 927.73 / R289 365.41 pa
Grade 08
Job Purpose:
To monitor and control the activities within natural areas, Metropolitan Open Space, and municipal nature
reserves of the EThekwini Municipal area.
•Organises and leads field patrols, locates, and remove trapping devices.
•Investigate signs of unauthorised harvesting and/or poaching, unauthorised entry and vagrancy/illegal
habitation, damage to perimeter fencing and presence of feral/problem/domestic animals.
•Enforces applicable Acts, legislation, by-laws, regulations, and policies, attending legal proceedings as
required.
•Utilises and maintains a variety of tools, machinery, and equipment such as firearms, trapping devices, hand
tools, brush cutting machinery, chemical sprayers, firefighting equipment etc.
•Inspects and undertakes minor repairs to infrastructure such as fencing, bridges and walking trails.
•Addresses minor complaints and queries posed by the members of the community and general public, referring
complex issues to the Supervisor.
•Maintains up-to-date working knowledge in the field of nature conservation.
•Ensures the health and safety of staff and the general public.
•Appropriate level of secondary education. Field Ranger Training Certificate.
•Peace Officer Certificate.
•Firearm Competence Certificate.
•Valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence (Code B or EB).
•18 Months relevant experience.
Special Conditions:
May be required to work in all weather conditions. May be required to use a firearm and ammunition. May be
required to work overtime/irregular hours. May be required to act in the capacity of surrounding posts. Posts of
Field Ranger are interchangeable within the Department.
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically fit and be able to perform the strenuous requirements of the post e.g., walking long
distances, carrying equipment over natural terrain.

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NATURAL AREAS ASSISTANT
REF NO: 44014268/VARIOUS
PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE UNIT
PARKS LEISURE AND CEMETERIES DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R126 812.90 /R159 948.36 pa
Grade 04
Job Purpose:
Responsible for carrying out the maintenance of natural areas (protected natural reserves, designated DMOSS,
riverine wetland and coastal habitats) and public facilities in compliance with policies and procedures of Natural
Areas within eThekwini Municipality.
•Prepares for the day’s work.
•Maintains allocated small plants and equipment in a clean, functional, and safe conditions.
•Maintains public land, facilities, and infrastructure with natural and DM.O.S. S areas.
•Performs Arboriculture, watercourse maintenance and habitat rehabilitation specific to Natural Reserve/
Aquatic areas and D.M.O.S.S area.
•Clearing of Alien invasive species and indigenous bush encroachment in terrestrial and aquatic habitats.
•Handling, rescuing, and relocating animals.
•Performs general zoological/ enclosure maintenance functions.
•Undertakes the construction and maintenance of facilities.
•Assists member of the public with general queries and information.
•Ensure Occupation Health and Safety regulation are complied.
•An appropriate level of primary education.
•Certificate in the operation of small plant e.g., brush cutters ride on mowers aerial pruners or obtainable within
6 months of assumptions of duties.
•Certificate of proficiency in the operation of small plant e.g., brush cutters ride on mowers or obtainable within
3 months of assumption of duties.
•1 Month relevant experience.
•An appropriate level of secondary education.
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Special Conditions:
May be required to work with animals. May be required to work in all weather conditions. May be required to
work irregular hours/overtime. May be required to work in rugged terrain and habitats. All posts are
interchangeable within the Division.
Must be able to perform physical duty of the post
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GOVERNANCE & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CLUSTER
PRINTING OPERATOR
REF NO: 51000174/51000196
CITY ADMINISTRATION UNIT
CITY HALL SUPPORT DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R197 994.81 / R257 017.53 pa
Grade 07
Job Purpose:
Responsible for providing an efficient printing, duplicating, bookbinding and photo lithographer camera and
plate making service to the Printing Service Branch.
•Undertakes printing operations as requested by the departments.
•Operates the camera and platemaking equipment.
•Operates the numbering and perforating machines.
•Undertakes the compilation of documents by operating collating machines.
•Provides a book binding service by operating binding, punching, wire stitching machines and assembling and
dispatching of documents as requested.
•Undertakes routine maintenance of equipment and machinery.
•Assists with artwork development by undertaking preparations of artwork.
•Ensures that agendas and related items are pre-numbered.
•Undertakes filing and stock control of films, plates, chemicals, and consumable at high standards.
•Assists in the assembly and despatch of documentation.
•3 Years relevant experience in multi colour printing and or bindery finishing.
•Matric/Grade 12.
Special Conditions:
1. Must be prepared to work outside normal working hours.
1. Must be physically. 2. No allergies to chemicals, dust, pollution, noise. 3. Good eyesight.

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GOVERNANCE & INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS CLUSTER
COMMUNITY MOBILISERS / SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISERS
REF NO: 54000258/54000258B
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION UNIT
PROGRAMMES AND PROJECTS DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R197 994.81 /R257 017.53 pa Grade 07
R282 597.58 / R366 826.66 pa Grade 10
COMMUNITY MOBILISER: Grade 07
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the overall implementation of Community Development programmes/projects.
•Implements Community Development Programmes.
•Implements activities of the different Forums related to Community Development Programmes or Projects
within the eThekwini Municipal area.
•Provides input into the development of Community Development Policy for the Municipality.
•Provides input during the establishment of Community Development Programmes or Projects at local level by
facilitating the establishment process of the development programmes or projects.
•Implements identified projects from business plan.
•Provides reports on the performance of programmes or projects in order for the Regional Coordinator to
monitor progress.
•Updating the Regional Co-ordinator in terms of agreed plans.
•Matric/Grade 12.
•Valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
•18 Month’s experience working with diverse groups and active involvement in community initiatives.
Special Conditions:
Willingness to work after hours and over the weekend.
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SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISER: Grade 10
Job Purpose:
Responsible for initiation and facilitation of community developmental programmes and promotion of public
participation to ensure improved service delivery, coordination of ward-based programmes and activities as well
as research.
•Determining the needs of communities and communicate these needs to the relevant government structures.
•Initiating and facilitating systems of information dissemination between communities, civil society structures
and government.
•Participate and facilitating the implementation and monitoring of grants in Aid, community Gardens, Soup
kitchen, Youth and Gender, Community Based Planning, Community Based Structures, Vulnerable Groups,
Masakhane and Traditional Leadership.
•Compiling reports and documents pertaining to action taken and outcomes.
•Collaborating with government departments and municipal units who are responsible for the implementation of
projects and programmes at local sphere of government.
•Providing capacity building and support to communities and their development structures.
•Valid motor vehicle driving license (Code B).
•Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, i.e., Diploma or Degree.
Special Conditions:
1.Flexibility to work after hours and weekends.
A thorough knowledge of the dynamics, culture, and language of the target community. Facilitation skills to
facilitate public participation in policy making and service delivery. Ability to network efficiently and
effectively. Basic computer literacy. Knowledge of how the government operates. Communicate and
interpersonal skills- Ability to communicate effectively and in an understandable way without defeating the
purpose of communication. Ability to work in a team on participatory projects. Self-motivation. Project
Management Community Development skills.
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & PLANNING CLUSTER
SENIOR TOURISM OFFICER
REF NO: 23000038-1
BUSINESS SUPPORT UNIT
DURBAN TOURISM DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R333 607.81/R433 040.80 pa
Grade 11
Job Purpose:
Implement applications and processes associated with the organization and provision of information and support
on the aims, objectives and plans to develop the tourism potential of the region, planning and execution of
deliverables with respect to Tourism projects, events and functions and the analysis and evaluation of outcomes
from research and studies on the impact of interventions and initiatives on tourism growth and/or positioning of
the Region as a preferred tourism destination.
•Aligns outcomes to the broader strategic aims and objectives, executes critical key performance areas of the
functionality and provides input into specific Tourism initiatives.
•Co-ordinating and implementing specific project requirements with respect to tourism projects and events
within budget and on time.
•Promotes and positions the region, implements applications and processes associated with the promotion and
positioning of the Region as a preferred Tourist destination.
•Formulate and implement distribution plan of promotional material and executes logistical tasks thereof.
•Executes information updates, reports, correspondence, and recordkeeping requirements / procedures.
•Registers service providers, creates and maintains the Database.
•Undertakes related assignments.
•Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification in Tourism.
•3 years relevant experience.
Special Conditions:
1. Required to travel extensively within the geographic boundaries of the region. 2. May be required to work
after hours and on weekends.

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TRADING SERVICES CLUSTER
MAINTENANCE INSPECTOR ASSISTANT
REF NO: 33003908
ELECTRICITY UNIT
MV/LV OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R 123 837.04 / R 145 466.18 pa
Grade 03
Job Purpose:
To assist the MV/LV inspector in carrying out of his/her duties with particular reference to the inspection of the
distribution network poles.
•Testing of poles and replacing of vandalised or missing pole numbers.
•Responsible for undertaking general labouring.
•Undertaking excavation work in preparing the work site.
•Operating handheld machines and tools.
•Adhering to safety procedures and ensuring a safe work environment.
•Completing of Basic Pole testing/inspection report.
•Basic numeracy and literacy, i.e., an understanding of basic written words and number recognition.
Special Conditions:
1. 40 hours, 5-day work week. 2. Protective Clothing: As per PPE Schedule. 3. Must be prepared to work
overtime as and when required. 4. Subject to transfer/relocation to any of the Electricity Unit's depots as
required. 5. Required to work in all weather conditions.
Must be physically capable of carrying out all the duties of the post. Must be physically fit and in good health as
determined by the City Medical Officer of Health. Must have the necessary dexterity to work with tools and
instruments.

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HUMAN SETTLEMENT ENG SERV & TRANSPORT CLUSTER
PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT / SENIOR PROFESSIONAL
ARCHITECT
REF NO: 36000146E / 36000144E
36000146F / 36000144F
ENGINEERING UNIT
ARCHITECTURE DEPARTMENT
R910 449.00/R1 157 923.00 pa
Grade 15
R1 014 966.00/R1 293 631.00 pa
Grade 16
PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT: Grade 15
Job Purpose:
Provide a professional Architectural service through the management of the process of analysing, investigating,
assessing, defining, conceptualizing, and designing major physical built interventions in the environment and,
preparing and defending contractual terms and conditions or resolving disputes and providing information and
advice on the best practice to guide, enable and ensure environmental, social, and legislative changes and
demands.
•Prepares business plans to determine and present the sustainability of complex architectural projects.
•Manages processes associate with the scoping, resourcing, implementation, monitoring and communication
phase of complex Architectural projects.
•Applies professional knowledge of Architectural design policies, applications, and principles to analyse,
comment and co-ordinate design and detail requirements associated with major complex physical interventions
in the environment.
•Manages processes associated with the preparation of contracts and resolves conflicts and/ or defends actions.
•Interacts internally and externally disseminating technical and professional information with recommendations,
solutions and alternatives on current Architectural projects and completed work.
•Guilds and mentor’s professional/ technical personnel and attends to specific requirements in the respect of
submissions and applications
•Registration as a Professional Architect (PR. Arch) with the South African Council for the Architectural
Professions.
•2 years relevant experience which may have been obtained as part of registration.
•Computer literate in advanced and or specialised software packages.
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SENIOR PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECT: Grade 16
Job Purpose:
Provides input into departmental objectives and controls the delivery of a professional Architectural service
through the management of the process of analysing, investigating, assessing, and conceptualizing major
complex physical built interventions.
•Provides input into the process of defining policies, determining strategy, and positioning of the department.
•Prepares business plans to determine and present the sustainability of major complex architectural projects.
•Manages developmental and project management processes associated with the scoping, resourcing,
implementation, monitoring and communication phases of major complex projects.
•Applies professional knowledge of architectural design policies, applications, principles, and the understanding
of associated disciplines.
•Manages processes associated with the preparation of contracts and resolves conflicts and/ or defends actions.
•Interacts internally and externally disseminating technical and professional information.
•Guides and mentor’s professional/technical personnel and attends to specific requirements in respect of
submissions and applications.
•Registration with the South African Council for the Architectural Profession as a Professional Architect.
•5 years post registration experience as a Professional Architect.
•Computer literate in advanced and or specialised software packages.

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PROJECT MANAGER
REF NO: 36000192 / 36000194
ENGINEERING UNIT
ARCHITECTURE DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R499 279.86 /R648 081.22 pa
Grade 14
Job Purpose:
Provides a project management service with respect to the execution and implementation of simple to high
complexity type Architectural projects through the management of the process of analysing, investigating,
assessing and mapping out critical deliverables and costing frameworks, preparing and defending contractual
terms or, resolving disputes and, providing information and advice on best practices to guide, enable and ensure
key project milestones are accomplished in accordance with client objectives and capital budgeted frameworks
•Prepares business plans to determine and present the sustainability of architectural.
•Manages developmental and project management processes associated within the scoping, resourcing,
implementation, monitoring and communication phases of simple to complex Architectural projects.
•Manages processes associated with the preparation of contracts and resolves conflicts and/or defends actions.
•Interacts internally and externally disseminating technical and professional information with recommendations,
solutions and alternatives on current Architectural projects and completed works.
•Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification in terms of Council for the Built Environment and registration as a
professional with relevant statutory body and professional registration as a Construction Project Manager with
the South African Council for the Construction Project Management Professions.
•4 years Construction Project Management experience.
•Relevant post graduate qualification.
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SENIOR TECHNICIAN
REF NO: 32001334
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS UNIT
PLANNING AND RESEARCH DEPARTMENT
R641 694.00/R810 997.00 pa
Grade 12
Job Purpose:
To provide technical support to the planning branch by conducting surveys, research, land assessments and
preparation of plans to enable the Branch to render and effective service.
•Provide key technical support on strategic planning projects and initiatives such as Vacant Land Audit,
Informal Settlement programme and other related projects.
•Undertake the preparation of the base plans and conceptual plans incorporating sub-divisional layouts for
potential housing development.
•Undertake assigned tasks related to the preparation, monitoring and review of strategic planning projects and
initiatives.
•Conducting site analysis.
•Performing a liaison and co-ordination function.
•Co-ordinate and process land applications for housing development relating to the release of Council land and
rights.
•Provide support in the management and dissemination of information.
•To engage in the necessary working groups, discussion groups teams etc established.
•In conjunction with the GIS personnel ensure that all projects are mapped out and captured on GIS.
•To assist with the technical training and mentorship of in-service students and trainees.
•To undertake site inspections and attend community meetings.
•A National Diploma in Town and Regional Planning from a recognized institution or equivalent qualification.
•Valid motor vehicle driving license.
•A National Higher Diploma in Town and Regional Planning from a recognized institution or B. Tech (Town
planning) or equivalent qualification.
•Ability to use Geographic Information System (GIS).
•Ability to use Computer Aided Design (CAD).
•Experience in research. Understanding of community development.
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ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
REF NO: 32001364
HOUSING ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R282 597.58 /R366 826.66 pa
Grade 10
Job Purpose:
To administer and control all contracts and project finances for capital projects undertaken by the Department in
respect of delivery of houses, hostels and associated infrastructure including roads, sanitation, water, and
stormwater drainage for both Municipal and Provincial Funds.
•Performs functions relating to specifications and tenders.
•Performs contracts administration functions.
•Maintains an effective project financial management system.
•Assists engineering staff with the closedown of projects.
•Assists with the compilation of progress reports.
•Flags potential problems for the attention of relevant managers.
•Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, i.e., Diploma or Degree.
Special Conditions:
Posts are interchangeable within the Department at the discretion of the Deputy Head.
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ADMINISTRATOR (RECORDS)
REF NO: 32001444
SUPPORT AND ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R250 995.85 /R325 794.18 pa
Grade 09
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the control and recording of the correspondence, distribution and safe keeping as well as
compliance with the Archives Act within respective areas of jurisdiction.
•Supervises and co-ordinates the Records function of the Department.
•Processes correspondence to ensure effective record keeping and timeous replies.
•Maintains a filing system of the Unit service to ensure compliance with the Archives Act.
•Attends to telephone and counter queries from public and staff with regards to correspondence.
•Provides assistance to the Administration Officer with daily operational requirements.
•Relevant Post Matric Certificate.
•Valid motor vehicle drivers’ licence (Code B or EB).
•2 years relevant experience with a working knowledge of the Archives Act.
•Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification.
Special Conditions:
Hours of work: 40 per week.
Must be physically able to carry out duties of the job.

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OFFICE ATTENDANT
REF NO: 30000022
DCM OFFICE (HUMAN SETTLEMENT ENG SERV & TRANSPORT) UNIT
Basic Salary
R126 812.90 /R159 948.36 pa
Grade 04
Job Purpose:
To perform general office duties to ensure smooth running of the office.
•Delivers and collects mail from/to Records section and urgent documents for Head, Deputy Heads and
Managers as directed.
•Responsible for and operating a photocopy machine e.g., loading paper into printers/photocopying machines
and replacing toner/ink jets into printers.
•Makes tea for the Executive Suite for meetings, ensuring adequate supplies and replenishment of stock when
necessary.
•Receives incoming faxes, copies, and delivers as directed and files one copy for reference purposes.
•Sets up and ensures safekeeping of data projector and laptop.
•Answers the telephone in the absence of the Executive Secretary.
•Updates the attendance register in the Executive Suite.
•Controls stationery by maintaining adequate levels of stationary and replenishes stock timeously when
required.
•Reports electrical faults in the photocopy room and kitchen.
•Obtains the Accountant's signature for petty cash voucher, collects petty cash from cashier and delivers to
relevant staff concerned.
•1 Month relevant experience.

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FIRE SAFETY OFFICER
REF NO: 43002046
FIRE AND EMERGENCY UNIT
FIRE SAFETY DEPARTMENT
R 641 694.00/R 810 997.00 pa
Grade 12
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the prevention of and the reduction in the incidence and severity of fires and other threatening
dangers.
•Provides input into plans and co-ordinates in conjunction with the Fire Safety Manager, the activities of the
Fire Safety Section and functionality especially with respect to service delivery.
•Directs and controls outcomes associated with utilization, productivity, and performance of personnel within
the Department.
•Planning and conducting inspections and investigations of industrial, commercial, or other occupied premises
and/or public facilities to determine compliance to NBRSA and Fire Bylaw.
•Consult and examine with the intent to optimize the design of buildings in respect of fire and life safety.
•Consult and examine with the intent to optimize the design of dangerous goods installations in respect of fire
and life safety.
•Disseminates operational and functional information on the short-term objectives and current applications and
constraints.
•Executes actions to address administrative and reporting requirements associated with the key performance and
result indicators of the functionality.
•Higher Certificate in Fire Technology of the South African Emergency Services Institute.
•3 years relevant experience.
•Diploma in Fire Technology of the South African Emergency Services Institute.
Special Conditions:
1. Must satisfy unit competency assessment for appointment to the position of Fire Safety Officer. 2. The
incumbent will be required to perform standby duties outside of normal working hours. 3. The incumbent must
possess the credentials to be appointed as a Peace Officer in terms of Section 334(1)(a) of the Criminal
Procedure Act, 1977 (Act No 51 of 1977).
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Must be physically capable of performing the functions of the post which includes and not limited to climbing
ladders, crawling into confined spaces, lifting heavy objects, turning valve wheels, or pushing heavy doors.
Must satisfy medical standard for appointment.

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FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR
REF NO: 14000068
CITY INTEGRITY AND INVESTIGATIONS UNIT
FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R393 874.74 / R511 248.78 pa
Grade 12
Job Purpose:
Responsible for the investigation of complaints regarding fraud, corruption, and maladministration within
eThekwini Municipality.
•Reviews complaints alleging fraud, corruption, and maladministration.
•Prioritises and prepares an investigation planning memorandum for each investigation (project plan).
•Plans and manages own tasks and activities and maintains own time record and budget.
•Executes forensic investigations, generates status reports, and attends to enquiries concerning investigation
status.
•Analyses systems of internal controls as part of investigation.
•Performs forensic analysis of relevant documents.
•Responds to locations where crimes have been committed or suspected.
•Liaises with SAPS, Head of Units / Departments, National Prosecuting Authority, and other Law Enforcement
Agencies on investigations done by the Forensic Department.
•Prepares quality reports.
•Gives evidence in Court at criminal prosecution, civil litigation, misconduct enquiries and Commission of
Enquiry, etc.
•Keeps abreast of new developments and techniques of the investigating profession.
•Relevant 3-year tertiary qualification, i.e., National Diploma or Degree.

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TRAINEE IT SUPPORT OFFICER
REF NO: 19000158T
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT UNIT
CUSTOMER SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R197 994.81 / R257 017.53 pa
Grade 07
Job Purpose:
Under supervision provide Personal Computer support service including, trouble shooting, effecting repairs,
installation of hardware and software, control of equipment and maintenance, etc as part of comprehensive
practical training in all areas of Personal Computer support service.
•Learn to maintain the Desk Environment.
•Learn to support PC hardware and software.
•Under supervision provide general desktop publishing (DTP) services.
•Learn to install hardware and software.
•Under supervision learn to perform administrative functions.
•Matric/Grade 12, A+ and N+ certification (or studying towards).
•Diploma in PC hardware and software or related Diploma in IT.
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INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY
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FINANCE CLUSTER
EXPENDITURE ADMINISTRATOR
REF NO: 71001434
EXPENDITURE UNIT
HUMAN SETTLEMENTS ENGINEERING & ETA DEPARTMENT
Basic Salary
R250 995.85 / R325 794.18 pa
Grade 09
Job Purpose:
Support the accountant in providing an overall accounting, financial and budgeting service to the housing
department.
•Prepare income and expenditure schedules for annual operating budgets.
•Prepare audit working papers for annual financial statements.
•Scrutinise rental income.
•Verify and process payments to suppliers.
•Check and verify service orders.
•Voucher logging.
•Process accounting entries.
•Reconciliation of plant and asset registers.
•Reconciliation of sundry debtors and creditors.
•Handle queries.
•Relevant tertiary qualification. (NQF Level 6).
Special Conditions:
Hours of Work:40 Hours
Must be physically capable of carrying out the duties of the post.

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(Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ and click on the link – closing date is Friday, 22/07/2022 at
12:00 (Midday).
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STAFF VACANCY ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY

CIRCULAR NO. 528

Human Capital Unit.

DCM OFFICE (CORPORATE & Senior Manager (Corporate 1/2

ETHEKWINI MUNICIPALITY Financial Internal Auditor Specialist 3/4

CITY FLEET Executive Secretary 5/6

PARKS, RECREATION, AND Supervisor (Field Ranger) 7/8

“ “ Natural Areas Assistant 9/10

CITY ADMINISTRATION Printing Operator 11/12

COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION Community Mobilisers/ 13/14/15

BUSINESS SUPPORT Senior Tourism Officer 16/17

ELECTRICITY Maintenance Inspector Assistant 18/19

ENGINEERING Professional Architect/ 20/21

“ “ Project Manager 22/23

HUMAN SETTLEMENT Senior Technician 24/25

“ “ Administration Officer 26/27

“ “ Administrator (Records) 28/29

DCM (HUMAN SETTLEMENT ENG Office Attendant 30/31

FIRE AND EMERGENCY Fire Safety Officer 32/33

CITY INTEGRITY Forensic Investigator 34/35

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT Trainee IT Support Officer 36

EXPENDITURE Expenditure Administrator 37/38

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.

consider themselves unsuccessful.

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.

applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a

medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

To apply go to: (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.

consider themselves unsuccessful.

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.

applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a

medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

To apply go to: (Internal) https://durbangov.internal.erecruit.co/ or (External) https://durbangov.erecruit.co/

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.

consider themselves unsuccessful.

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.

applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a

medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.

consider themselves unsuccessful.

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.

applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a

medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.

consider themselves unsuccessful.

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.

applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a

medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.

consider themselves unsuccessful.

Please quote the reference number of the vacancy in all circumstances.

applicants. You shall be required to undergo a pre-engagement medical examination to be conducted by a

medical officer in the employ of the Municipality.

COMMUNITY MOBILISER: Grade 07

SENIOR COMMUNITY MOBILISER: Grade 10

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

certain conditions), normal pension benefits and generous vacation leave.