Director : Corporate Services

Stellenbosch Municipality; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellenbosch Municipality is seeking a Director of Corporate Services to oversee key municipal services, including ICT and human resources. The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate qualification and significant management experience. This leadership role involves strategic planning and budget management, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery.

Qualifications

• Completed post graduate degree registered on the NQF level 8.
• Minimum 7 years at senior and middle management level.
• Valid Code B driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Corporate Services Directorate effectively.
• Develop and manage strategic goals and policies.
• Prepare and manage the Directorate’s budget.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Compliance

Education

Post graduate degree in Public Administration / Management Science / Law

Job description

Job title : Director : Corporate Services

Job Location : Western Cape, Stellenbosch Deadline : August 18, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Minimum requirements :

• Completed post graduate degree in Public Administration / Management Science / Law, registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF level 8
• Minimum 7 years at senior and middle management level, of which at least 2 years must have been at senior management level (advantage executive management level)
• The required core competencies and minimum competency requirements as stipulated in Annexures A and B of the Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette 37245 dated 17 January 2014
• The incumbent must be in possession of the required unit standards for Senior Managers as prescribed by the Minimum Competency Regulations (CPMF / MFMP) as laid down in the Government Gazette No 40593
• If the employee is not competent as prescribed, he / she must obtain competency within a period of 18 months from date of appointment
• Valid Code B driver’s license.

Key performance areas :

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the effective management of the Corporate Services Directorate related to oversight management of the Information Communication Technology; Administrative Services; Human Resources Management; Performance Management; Legal Services and Compliance; Property Management; Municipal Building Maintenance; Document Management; Committee Services; Councillors’ Support and the provision of corporate support to other Directorates.
• Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policy and procedures in accordance with the strategic goals and SDBIP of the Municipality
• Advise other municipal departments in matters related to the activities listed above
• Responsible for the development of policies of the Directorate
• Draft and monitor implementation of strategic planning of the Directorate
• Responsible for the preparation and management of the Directorate’s budget.