Advisor: Municipal Governance at SALGA (South African Local Government Association) – Apply Before 3 July 2025

Location: KwaZulu-Natal Province (Durban)
Contract Type: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Remuneration: Competitive salary package
Closing Date: 03 July 2025

About the Role

The South African Local Government Association (SALGA) is seeking a skilled and motivated individual to fill the position of Advisor: Municipal Governance, based in KwaZulu-Natal. Reporting to the Senior Advisor: Intergovernmental Relations and Strategic Relations, this role will support the development and implementation of informed, quality advice to municipalities and help operationalize SALGA’s hands-on support strategy.

This opportunity is ideal for a candidate eager to contribute to the transformation and capacity-building efforts within the local government sector, while growing professionally within a dynamic and values-driven organisation.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong emotional maturity and a passion for public service. Core competencies include:

• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong business communication and report-writing ability
• Analytical thinking and interpretation of complex reports
• Sound understanding of South Africa’s local government landscape, including legislative and policy frameworks
• Proven stakeholder engagement and influence skills
• High levels of integrity, ethics, and professionalism

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• A Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Local Government Law, Social Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, Development Studies, or Intergovernmental Relations
• A minimum of three years’ relevant experience, with at least one year at a comparable level within a medium to large organisation
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently
• Solid understanding of governance frameworks applicable to the local government sector

Key Responsibilities and Performance Focus Areas

1. Research and Benchmarking

• Collect and categorize relevant data to support municipal governance projects
• Conduct desktop research on local government challenges under the guidance of senior advisors
• Contribute to municipal profiling and support knowledge-sharing initiatives
• Assist in preparing content and logistics for peer learning sessions and internal presentations

2. Intergovernmental Representation and Advocacy

• Attend sector-relevant policy conferences and forums
• Represent SALGA and municipal interests in provincial and national forums
• Contribute to policy position papers and working group reports
• Develop an understanding of SALGA’s governance structures and key external stakeholders

3. Support, Advice, and Capacity Building

• Coordinate training and peer learning sessions in line with SALGA’s governance strategy
• Guide municipalities through the implementation of hands-on support initiatives
• Assist in strengthening municipal capacity and improving programme implementation

4. Programme Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Ensure adherence to contract terms and milestone-based payments
• Apply project management principles throughout the project cycle
• Maintain accurate records and support data input into SALGA’s knowledge management system
• Assist in preparing audit files and progress reports

5. Stakeholder Management

• Build and nurture strategic relationships with relevant sector stakeholders
• Ensure transparent and timely communication with partners
• Assist in producing programme updates and stakeholder reports
• Promote SALGA’s visibility and impact in the municipal governance space

6. Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management

• Uphold SALGA’s governance principles and ensure compliance with internal policies
• Support risk identification and mitigation strategies within the discipline of municipal governance

7. Teamwork and Organisational Culture

• Align personal goals with SALGA’s values and strategic priorities
• Contribute to building a high-performance culture
• Collaborate across teams to address complex municipal challenges
• Support resource mobilisation and organisational development initiatives

Application Process

Qualified candidates who meet the above criteria are invited to submit their CVs. For further information and to apply, please visit Salga official website.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. SALGA reserves the right not to make an appointment. All appointments will be made in accordance with the organisation’s Employment Equity Plan.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the hiring municipality. For any inquiries, please contact the hiring municipality directly. Please do not send your applications to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.