Advisor: Municipal Governance Jobs

Advisor: Municipal Governance

South African Local Government Association (SALGA)

Position Type: Contract (3 years experience required)
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Law/Social Science/Public Administration or related field

About Us:

SALGA serves as the unified voice for all 257 local governments in South Africa, promoting effective governance through national and provincial offices. We operate under a member-driven constitutional framework.

Key Requirements:

• NQF Level 7 qualification in relevant discipline
• 3+ years experience in municipal governance/development
• Valid driver’s license with travel readiness
• In-depth understanding of local government policy frameworks

Core Responsibilities:

Research & Policy Support

• Conduct comparative studies and data analysis for governance improvement
• Prepare municipal profiles and knowledge-sharing materials
• Monitor sector trends and legislative developments

Governance Advisory Services

• Represent municipalities at intergovernmental forums
• Develop policy positions and implementation strategies
• Provide technical support for municipal capacity building

Program Management

• Coordinate training programs and peer learning sessions
• Manage project lifecycles from planning to evaluation
• Maintain compliance with audit requirements

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Build partnerships with sector stakeholders
• Facilitate stakeholder communication and reporting
• Promote cooperative governance across municipal teams

Risk Management

• Ensure policy and procedural compliance
• Identify and mitigate operational risks

Application Process:

Qualified candidates meeting all requirements are invited to submit applications through the designated career portal. SALGA maintains equal opportunity employment practices. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No application fees required at any stage of recruitment