Municipal Management & Legal Positions – Permanent

About the role

The Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality is recruiting qualified and experienced individuals for a range of permanent positions across the Office of the Municipal Manager, Corporate Services and Legal departments. Roles include strategic support, community liaison, legal advisory, records management and employee assistance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and monitor divisional strategies, policies and action plans.
• Provide administrative support to senior officials, manage meetings, minutes and correspondence.
• Interpret legislation, advise on labour and regulatory matters, and represent the municipality in legal proceedings.
• Administer records, mail flow and document retrieval in compliance with POPIA and municipal regulations.
• Coordinate stakeholder relations, public participation activities and community development programmes.

Required profile

• Grade 12 or equivalent; relevant diplomas or degrees (e.g., Public Administration, Law, Social Work).
• Minimum 1‑5 years of relevant experience depending on the position.
• Valid driver’s licence and readiness for security clearance.
• Computer literacy and ability to operate standard office software.

Required skills

• Computer operation proficiency.
• Driving licence (Code B).
• Records Management certification (where applicable).