Notice 327 of 2019 PRINCIPAL CLERK: WATER AND ELECTRICITY

Closing Date: 14 January 2020
Salary: R 222 801.80 – R 289 195.83 (T10) + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS

POSITION ID             :           WC047BTRM015      

DIRECTORATE          :           FINANCIAL SERVICES

DIVISION                  :           REVENUE SERVICES

SECTION                  :           CUSTOMER SERVICES: WATER AND ELECTRICITY               

BASIC SALARY          :           R 222 801.80 – R 289 195.83 (T10) + MUNICIPAL BENEFITS

REF NO                      :           Notice 327 of 2019

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: ● Diploma in Accounting or Equivalent NQF Level 6) ● 3 Years relevant experience in a finance / revenue services or accounting practice.

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REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS:  ● Driver’s license● Computer literacy (MS Office Applications); Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write & speak) ● Good human relations, interpersonal and communication skills ● Ability to give attention to detail ● High level of responsibility and confidentiality ● Analytical skills ● Ability to work under pressure ● Ability to deal with conflict situations● At least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity ●Work after normal working hours, during emergencies and planned overtime.

FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Perform specific procedures associated with recording, processing and reconciliation  of water and electricity revenue transactional data● Perform specific processes that will ensure correct and balanced accounting principles of debtor accounts ● Review new service application forms and ensure accuracy of consumer deposits in terms of council approved tariffs ● Review accuracy and completeness pertaining to Masterfile amendments and Council approved legislation when processing new accounts ● Checking and verifying variation reports on meter readings and all other associated tasks relating to this function  ● Ensure that monthly consumer accounts are updated ● Maintains registers and access records of meter readings and water and electricity transactional processes, documentation, instructions and correspondence ● Attend to correspondence and enquiries on consumer billings ● Control tasks/activities associated with  personnel performance, productivity and discipline● Attends to procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality● Keep abreast of developments, emerging trends and relevant applications in the profession.

Work related enquiries can be directed to the Manager Revenue Services; Ms S Daniels on sdaniels@plett.gov.za or contacted on 044 501 3026.

For general enquiries contact Mr. J Williams or Ms. L Clark on telephone no:  044 501 3418.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.

Application forms are available on the Bitou website (www.bitou.gov.za). A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be posted /hand delivered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.

Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Please Note: 

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
2. No late applications will be considered.  Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
3. Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
4. Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area.

ADV. LMR NGOQO

MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                                                   CLOSING DATE: 14 January 2020 @ 14h00pm

If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.