Municipal Manager – Senior Leadership Role

About the role

The Municipal Manager is the Head of Administration and Accounting Officer for Metsimaholo Local Municipality, reporting directly to the Executive Mayor. The role oversees the overall performance of the municipality and directs administrative and operational functions to achieve the council’s strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage an accountable administration that implements the Integrated Development Plan and performance management system.
• Ensure sustainable and equitable delivery of municipal services to the local community.
• Oversee staff recruitment, training, discipline and utilisation, promoting sound labour relations.
• Advise political structures, manage communications, and implement council decisions.
• Administer and enforce municipal by‑laws and relevant legislation.
• Facilitate community participation and assess satisfaction with municipal services.
• Maintain full responsibility for municipal income, expenditure, assets and liabilities, ensuring compliance with finance management legislation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Law or equivalent.
• Minimum five years senior management experience with a proven record of institutional transformation.
• South African citizenship or permanent residency and a valid driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated honesty, integrity and no criminal record.
• Computer literacy and, preferably, a Certificate in Municipal Financial Management (or ability to obtain within 18 months).
• Competencies in strategic direction, people management, financial management, governance, change leadership and communication.

What we offer

• Performance‑based fixed‑term contract aligned to the current council term.
• Remuneration package ranging from R1,335,534 to R1,775,773 per annum, plus a 4% remote allowance.