DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SOCIO-ECONOMIC & HEALTH CARE SERVICES

Department: Office of the City Manager
Branch: Military Veterans
Designation: Deputy Director: Socio-Economic & Health Care Services
Remuneration: R60 077.46 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits)
Location: Metropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 plus a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration/Management or related fields, at NQF Level 7;
• 7 – 8 years’ experience in the discipline, of which 4 years experience is at middle management level;
• The incumbent should possess knowledge at a competent proficiency level:
  ➢ Knowledge of the local government environment
  ➢ Knowledge of Corporate Governance
  ➢ Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organisation, administration and personnel management; and
• Must have a valid Code 8 Driver’s license.
  Primary Function:
  To lead, manage and facilitate the provision of Military Veterans health care and socioeconomic support services with the goal of connecting with and supporting military families, veterans and community resources.
  Key Performance Areas:
• Contribute to the development of the Directorate’s strategic planning process;
• Develop operational plans in contributing to the Directorate’s Service Delivery and Budget Implementation Planning (SDBIP) process;
• Ensure alignment of individual/function performance planning process to the Directorate’s performance management planning process;
• Ensure individual continuous development in line with the function/job requirements, Directorate and organisation developmental goals;
• Ensure optimisation of functional-related processes, procedures, systems and policies;
• Lead, coordinate and facilitate the implementation of Military Veterans’ health care wellbeing support services;
• Manage the effectiveness of the Directorate Assets Management and Controls;
• Implement good governance and effective risk management systems;
• Ensure sound relations and communication with both internal and external stakeholders;
• Ensure effective management of specific administrative and financial reporting requirements associated with the Directorate and individual performance.

Leading Competencies:

• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel);
• Good facilitation and influencing skills;
• Good listening and communication skills;
• Coordinating skills, Customer Care skills, Problem-solving skills, Critical thinking skills and Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Good management skills.
  Core Competencies:
• Knowledge of the local government environment;
• Knowledge of the City’s strategy (IDP), prescribed Methodologies, Legislative, Policy and Regulatory Framework;
• In-depth knowledge of function principles, techniques & tools and how they can be practically applied;
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal organisation, administration and personnel management.
  “All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be
  considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment
  equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider
  designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to
  previously disadvantaged groups including those with disabilities.
  Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment
  Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.”
  Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply
  by using the following link below:
  https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1q2uCHG6YR5iZH4MDJMeRyQew554
  APPLY ONLINE VIA THIS LINK: www.joburg.org.za
  ENQUIRIES ONLY:
  Contact Person: Nonthando Msimanga
  Tel No: 011 407 6003

Source: https://joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/2025-Vacancies/Permanent-Positions.aspx