Are you an achievement-oriented individual with initiative and a commitment to give substance to our vision of building a more sustainable, inclusive future for all who live in the city of Johannesburg?
Why the JDA
The Johannesburg Development Agency plays an important role in the implementation of the city’s Growth and Development Strategy. As the City of Joburg’s Development Agency, the JDA is tasked with restructuring the space economy to give poor households better access to well-located accommodation, jobs and markets; optimise land use and energy consumption; and improve living standards and mobility for large numbers of people in well serviced and managed transit neighbourhoods.
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2023 Vacancies
CHIEF AUDIT EXECUTIVE (5-year fixed-term)
SALARY PACKAGE: R1 210 101 – R1 936 117 p.a TCTC (including benefits)
Purpose of the position: Reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee and the CEO administratively, the successful candidate will provide strategic leadership by managing the internal audit unit. The role will strategically manage, develop, maintain, and implement audit measures to minimize risk while ensuring maximum compliance with applicable legislation and regulations. Manage the completeness of working papers and audit-related documentation for quality review purposes. Provide leadership and management to ensure the mission and core values of the company are achieved.
Key Responsibilities: Develop a 3-year rolling annual audit plan by using an appropriate risk-based methodology and submit to the Audit Committee for review and approval. Implement the annual audit plan as approved by the Audit Committee. Plan audits to include key operational data and scope areas as defined by risk assessment in compliance with Audit Standards. Oversee the preparation of audit findings and the development of value-adding recommendations. Manage the preparation of quality reports that clearly highlight internal control weaknesses and risks, as well as areas of strength, identified. Ensure appropriate evaluation and monitoring of corrective actions. Communication of audit results through clear, concise, and effective audit reporting. Coordinating the follow-up process of both internal and external audit reports, to ensure the audited unit reports follow-ups on a timely basis and in-line with timelines. Manage the planning and execution of financial audits in line with regulations; audit scope and objectives; verifying audit programmes. Manage the verification and assessment of risks and internal controls by reviewing areas of non-compliance; overseeing manual and automated financial processes; reviewing process weaknesses and inefficiencies and operational issues.
Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit/Finance/Accounting or equivalent. A minimum of 10 years’ auditing experience, 3 years executive management. Extensive knowledge of MFMA, Treasury Regulations and IIA standards, internal audit methodologies, tools, systems and procedures, Risk Management Framework, King Code. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/ or Professional membership with IIA. Understanding of government environment both at national, provincial, and local sphere. Sound proven leadership qualities and strong vision.
Please email a detailed CV in MS Word format to: CAE0823@jda.org.za
Closing date: 13 September 2023
Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and the position will be filled in line with its EE targets.
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER (5-year fixed-term)
SALARY PACKAGE: R997 985 – 1 496 978 TCTC (including benefits)
Purpose of the position: Reporting to the Executive Manager: Project Implementation, the role will lead and direct the implementation of all the JDA’s development projects, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards.
Key Responsibilities: ● Ensure that all development projects are designed and implemented on time, within budget and that all best practice development principles are applied to all JDA developments.● Provide leadership and management support to the project implementation teams ● Lead and manage client stakeholder relationships ● Lead, implement and monitor a performance management system for the project implementation teams ● Ensure that development projects are sufficiently resourced, both internally and externally ● Lead contract management and dispute resolution ● Ensure that Construction Regulations and Health and Safety requirements are uniformly and consistently applied to all development projects ● Implement an enterprise development programme for SMMEs in projects ● Ensure prudent financial management of all projects ● Appoint, develop and evaluate staff and take corrective actions to address under/non-performance ● Coach, mentor and guide staff to ensure that approved audit objectives are met and that adequate coverage is achieved ● Identify and manage risks in all area of responsibility Education and experience required: ● Minimum Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a Built Environment as Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent ● Professional Construction Project Management registration with a professional body ● Professional Engineering Technologist or Professional Engineer ● Minimum 7-10 years’ experience with management of diverse development and construction projects preferably in an urban setting ● Extensive experience in planning and management of infrastructure, and a record of success at senior level in achievement of operations and delivery of programmes with and through partners in public, private and community sectors ● Sound knowledge of financial management of infrastructure programmes ● Sound knowledge of best practices within the construction industry, legal environment including supply chain management, CIDB, Construction Contract regulations Best Practices ● Sound knowledge of the MFMA ● Knowledge of Corporate Governance ● Advanced MS Office and Report writing skills ● Valid driver’s license
Please email a detailed CV in MS Word format to: spm23@jda.org.za
Closing date: 13 September 2023
Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and the position will be filled in line with its EE targets.
EXECUTIVE MANAGER: CORPORATE SERVICES (5-year fixed-term)
SALARY PACKAGE: R1 210 101 – R1 936 117 p.a TCTC (including benefits)
Purpose of the position: Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the role will oversee and strategically lead the provision of corporate services to the JDA, encompassing Human Capital, Facilities Management, Communications & Marketing, and Information Technology, to enable and strategically support the JDA in accordance with company policies and applicable legislation.
Key Responsibilities: The role will be responsible to develop the Corporate Services Strategy in line with the overarching JDA Business Strategy and mandate encompassing Human Capital, ICT, Marketing & Communications and Facilities Management. Monitor and manage corporate support services to the entire JDA in support of efficient organizational and administrative processes. Monitor the implementation of the Corporate Services Strategy and functional strategies, reporting on business unit performance against the annual performance plan to EXCO, Board Committees, the Board and Shareholder. Contribute towards the development of the JDA Business Strategy, as a member of the Executive Committee. Drive strategic direction, innovation, and sustainable HC practices. Direct and lead the establishment of and adherence to an IT Governance Framework and Charter. Oversee the development and implementation of new IT business systems and solutions, driving technology innovation to improve IT offerings to the JDA. Oversee the provision of ICT services and the design and implementation the JDA infrastructure. Manage and lead the development of the Communication, Marketing & Public Relations (PR) Strategy and monitor the implementation of the strategy aligned to the Corporate Services Strategy and overarching Business Strategy. Manage and lead development of facilities related practices, policies, and procedures in collaboration with the line managers, ensuring alignment to the Corporate Services Strategy.
Requirements: A minimum of a Postgraduate/Honours degree in Human Resource Management or Business Management or any related field is required (NQF level 8), a Masters qualification would be advantageous. Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Business Management and/or HR Management and/or IT Management and 3 years in a Senior/Executive management role, extensive knowledge of the Human Capital best practices, ICT Governance frameworks, Information Systems including SAP, relevant legislation i.e., Companies Act, King Code, MFMA, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Labour Law, etc. Understanding of best practice leadership principles and track record in managing human capital.
Please email a detailed CV in MS Word format to: EMCS0823@jda.org.za
Closing date: 13 September 2023
Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and the position will be filled in line with its EE targets.
Employment Equity
The JDA is committed to the principles of equity, non-discrimination and diversity enshrined in the Constitution and the Employment Equity Act (1998) as amended. It aims to employ a diverse staff complement which is of a geographical representation of our society and create equal employment opportunities to all. The JDA’s Employment Equity Policy and Plan aims to advance and protect previously disadvantaged individuals by providing opportunities for career advancement, growth, training and development. The Executive Committee and Human Resources and Remuneration Committee provide regular input into the organisation’s employment equity, practices strategies direction and initiatives.
The JDA is committed to the principles of equity, non-discrimination and diversity enshrined in the Constitution and the Employment Equity Act (1998) as amended. It aims to employ a diverse staff complement which is of a geographical representation of our society and create equal employment opportunities to all.
The JDA’s Employment Equity Policy and Plan aims to advance and protect previously disadvantaged individuals by providing opportunities for career advancement, growth, training and development. The Executive Committee and Human Resources and Remuneration Committee provide regular input into the organisation’s employment equity, practices strategies direction and initiatives. The Employment Equity Plan was developed to promote an environment and culture that supports open communication, where everyone is encouraged to express their views without fear of being victimised, and to ensure fair and consistent application and implementation of all employment practices and procedures. Structures and resources have been put in place to coordinate and monitor employment equity implementation across the organisation. The JDA undertakes an annual review of its employment equity processes and general employment practices to inform the implementation of the Employment Equity Plan. The JDA plans its annual employment equity targets in terms of its Employment Equity Policy and reports to the Department of Labour in accordance with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act and within legislated timeframes.