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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2024 Vacancies
Human Capital Business Partner (D1)
This is a permanent employment contract.
Salary Package: R 670 132 – R 1 005 198 TCTC p.a (including Benefits)
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Reporting to the Senior Manager: HC Operations & Talent Management, the role will partner with allocated business units and relevant management to deliver a Human Capital service in line with the needs and priorities of the JDA, as well as co-ordinate the human capital life cycle.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: The role will be responsible for the entire human capital cycle activities. Liaise with line management to understand and implement JDA’s talent acquisition requirements within area of responsibility in line with the approved organisational structure. • Coordinate the induction of new staff members through provision of all company information to the new hire, introduction of new hire to the business and facilitating induction workshops • Coordinate employee wellness programmes to promote a healthy and safe working environment • Act as the first line of contact for employee relations issues, involving employees on all level, within area of responsibility• Provide guidance to management on disciplinary and grievance matters in accordance with employee relations frameworks, policies and procedures • Conduct a talent development needs analysis, in area of responsibility, to input into the Leadership Development programs and strategies and support the creation of a learning culture that enables optimal learning and growth. • Support and accelerate skills development and achievement of employment equity and organisational transformation and limit the impact of skills shortages • Facilitate and monitor compliance to the Performance Management Policy, providing guidance to management on performance review process and procedures • Support talent management processes and systems. i.e. talent pool management, transformation targets achievement, reward and retention, hi-po identification and management etc • Contribute to the development of HC policies •Provide advisory support to staff, within area of responsibility, in the communication and interpretation of HC policies • Monitor compliance to HC policies • Produce and submit relevant Human Capital reports as and when required.
Education and experience required:
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources/Industrial Psychology or equivalent
• Any registration with a professional body will be advantageous
• Minimum 5 – 7 years’ HR Generalist experience
• Sound knowledge of HR Legislation, Policy and Procedures .
• Sound knowledge of HR Best Practices.
• Sound knowledge of HR Systems and Frameworks.
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance
• Advanced HR Analytics skills
• Valid driver’s license
Please email a detailed CV in MS Word format to: hcbp2024@jda.org.za
Closing date: 26 April 2024
Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and position will be filled in line with its EE target
Executive Support: Corporate Services
SALARY PACKAGE: R 316 233 – 474 408 p.a TCTC (including benefits)
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: Reporting to the Executive Manager Corporate Services the role will provide administrative and secretarial support to the EM: Corporate Services, administer projects, activities of highly responsible and confidential nature and ensure the smooth running of the EMCS’s Office.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: The role will provide administrative and secretarial support in managing the diary of the, scheduling EMCS’s meetings, conference and teleconferences so that there is effective use of the EMCS’s time. Manage the entire administration for Office of the EMCS. Assist the EMCS in carrying out personal tasks. Screen incoming telephone calls, taking detailed messages, and attending to telephone queries on behalf of the EMCS. Manage e-mail correspondence on behalf of the EMCS.Prepare routine correspondence and compile data, statistics and other information. Prepare documents (memo’s, presentations, minutes, reports, etc.) for review and presentation at the relevant Committees including EXCO. Maintain an updated document management system to safeguard information and allow for retrieval of records, as and when required. Handle and coordinate all Projects related administration for the EMCS’s office.
Education and experience required:
• Minimum relevant Secretarial / Office Administration Diploma or Certificate (NQF Level 5) or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years’ secretarial or administrative experience for an Executive/Senior Management level position.
Please email a detailed CV in MS Word format to: execsupcs@jda.org.za
Closing date: 26 April 2024
Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and position will be filled in line with its EE targets.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER: JDA
This a 5-year fixed-term perfomance based contract
SALARY PACKAGE: MARKET-RELATED
Purpose of the position: The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership to the organisation by working with the Board of Directors and the executive team, to establish long term strategy, business plans and funding model for the JDA. This will include developing an understanding of the internal and external environment and applying a business approach to effectively strategise the long-term positioning of the JDA. Provides leadership and management to ensure the mission and core values of the company are put into practice.
Key responsibilities: • Strategically manage the business and employ turnaround strategies to ensure and sustain JDA’s economic, social, and financial benefit to the City of Johannesburg. Lead and manage the production of short-, medium- and long-term plans and strategies for the JDA, to give effect to national and provincial government objectives, the City of Joburg’s Growth and Development Strategy, and the aspirations of the citizens of Johannesburg. Manage the development, implementation and review of the corporate strategy and business plan to ensure that strategic, operational, and business planning is aligned
to the JDA’s objectives. Develop a financial business model to ensure long-term sustainability of the business. Ensure that all JDA capital projects are delivered in line with project plans and in a manner that is sustainable and successfully regenerates the areas • Analysing urban development trends and the implications for City of Johannesburg • Manage the performance of the organisation and the human capital to ensure JDA’s objectives are met. Champion organizational compliance and corporate governance leadership. Lead transformation through change management programmes. Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders (Government, business, and communities) so that the JDA is well promoted and able to deliver on its stated outcomes. Serve as Accounting Officer of the organisation in terms of the Municipal Finance Management Act and take full financial responsibility.
Requirements: A minimum of Master’s Degree in Business. Administration, Commerce, Law, Built Environment/Engineering, Management or any related field is required (NQF level 9). Minimum 5 – 10 years’ experience in business management, urban development or local government of which 4 years’ experience should be in a executive management role. 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. Knowledge and experience with management of diverse development projects preferably in an urban setting in the public sector. Understanding of local, provincial, and national government environment. Understanding of financial management and track record in managing human capital. A thorough understanding of the Johannesburg economy and development trends, at an area specific level. MFMA certificate and local government experience would be an added advantage.
Please forward your application via the attached link: jdaceo2024@jda.org.za
Closing date: 23 April 2024
Correspondence will be with short-listed candidates only. Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Johannesburg Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and position will be filled in line with its EE target
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.