Harry Gwala District Municipality is seeking motivated and qualified individuals for several temporary positions within various departments.
These roles are part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and aim to provide valuable work experience and skills development.
Communications Assistants (2 Posts)
Job Location: Harry Gwala District Municipality
Organization: Expanded Public Works Programme: Communications
Closing Date: 20 June 2025
Job Summary
The Communications Assistants will be responsible for videography, photography, and graphic design tasks to enhance the Municipality’s communication efforts. The positions are temporary, with a duration of 11 months, and offer a monthly salary of R2,900.00.
Requirements
- Must be unemployed
- Must have Matric (Grade 12) and relevant qualifications
- Strictly reside within Harry Gwala District and specific wards
- Preference for applicants who have never participated in the Programme before
- Age between 18 – 35 years
- Unemployed youth, women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Key Performance Areas
- Videography and Photography: Shooting, editing photos/videos, and using Photoshop
- Graphic Designing: Designing adverts, posters, infographics, and managing social media posts
General Assistants (43 Posts)
Job Location: Harry Gwala District Municipality
Organization: Infrastructure Services Department
Closing Date: 20 June 2025
Job Summary
General Assistants will perform cleaning, gardening, waste disposal, and other general tasks across municipal premises. This is a temporary position lasting 11 months, with a monthly salary of R2,320.00.
Requirements
- Must be unemployed
- Must reside within Harry Gwala District and specific wards
- Preference for those who have never participated in the Programme
- Age under 60 years
- Unemployed youth, women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Key Performance Areas
- General cleaning and maintenance (offices, toilets, parking areas)
- Waste management and garden maintenance
- Assisting with disposal of garden refuse and maintaining gardens
- Assisting with registry activities during disposal of duplicates
Placement Locations
Participants will be assigned to various municipal premises, including Kokstad Office, Water Works, Underberg Office, Mzimkhulu Offices, and Ixopo Municipal Premises.
Disaster Management Assistants (9 Posts)
Job Location: Various District Offices
Organization: Expanded Public Works Programme: Disaster Management
Closing Date: 20 June 2025
Job Summary
Disaster Management Assistants will support disaster risk assessments, storm water management, educational awareness, and emergency preparedness activities. The positions are for 11 months, with a monthly salary of R2,900.00.
Requirements
- Must be unemployed
- Must have Matric (Grade 12)
- Must be fit to work under hazardous conditions
- Resident within Harry Gwala District and specific wards
- Preference for applicants who have not participated in the Programme before
- Age between 18 – 35 years
- Unemployed youth, women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Key Performance Areas
- Conduct damage and risk assessments
- Assist in storm water drainage clearing and alien plant removal
- Support fire season preparedness with distribution of fire equipment
- Attend OSS War rooms within wards
Revenue Assistants (21 Posts)
Job Location: Various Municipal Offices
Organization: Expanded Public Works Programme
Closing Date: 20 June 2025
Job Summary
Revenue Assistants will handle data management, consumer verification, and meter reading tasks. The role is temporary, lasting 11 months, with a monthly salary of R2,900.00.
Requirements
- Must be unemployed
- Must have Matric (Grade 12) and be computer literate
- Resident within Harry Gwala District and specific wards
- Preference for those who have never participated before
- Age between 18-35 years
- Unemployed youth, women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Key Performance Areas
- Sorting statements and delivering documents
- Updating consumer information and indigent registers
- Verifying properties physically
- Meter reading and management of smart meters
Placement Locations
Participants will be placed in offices handling Indigent and Data Cleansing, Meter Management, Billing, and Credit Control.
Artisan Assistants (5 Posts)
Job Location: Ixopo Main Office
Organization: Expanded Public Works Programme
Closing Date: 20 June 2025
Job Summary
Artisan Assistants will support various trades, including building, plumbing, and electrical work, under supervision. This role offers a monthly salary of R2,900.00 for 11 months.
Requirements
- Must be unemployed
- Must have Matric (Grade 12)
- Experience in relevant fields will be advantageous
- Resident within Harry Gwala District
- Preference for applicants who have never participated before
- Age between 18 – 35 years
- Unemployed youth, women, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Key Performance Areas
- Building: Moving equipment, mixing concrete, laying bricks
- Plumbing: Assisting with installations, unclogging toilets
- Electrical: Assisting with disassembly, inspection, and testing of electrical devices
Placement
Participants will be assigned to Ixopo Main Office with specific roles in Building, Plumbing, and Electrical fields.
Application Process
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of Identity Document
- Certified Matric Certificate and relevant qualifications
- Confirmation letter from Ward Councillor confirming residency and indigence
- EPWP application form with reference number clearly stated
Note: Applications without the required documents will not be considered.
Submission Details
- Hand deliver to: Harry Gwala District Municipality, Infrastructure Services Department, 40 Main Street, IXOPO, 3276
- Deadline: 15H00, 20 June 2025
Enquiries
Contact the Municipal Works Unit at: 039 834 8704 / 084 287 8731
Important
- No faxed, posted, or emailed applications will be accepted.
- Further communication will only be made with shortlisted candidates.
- If not contacted within one month, consider your application unsuccessful.
Harry Gwala District Municipality is an equal opportunity employer.
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