FRANCES BAARD
District Municipality / Distriksmunisipaliteit Masepala Wa Sedika / U Masepala We Sithili
Vacancies
Job Opportunities
Here we will showcase up and coming vacancies for the FBDM. Below you will find more information on any current vacancies, along with a download.
NOTE: Remember to Download the Employment Application Form below:
LEGAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME (X 1 POSITION)
RE- ADVERTISEMENT (Applicants who applied previously must re-apply)
REMUNERATION: R100 000.00 (all-inclusive package) Two-year employment contract
Internship overview: The internship programme is a structured professional training and work experience programme with the goal of providing high quality training and practical exposure within the legal and municipal environment. The programme has a logical training sequence that builds on the skills and competencies acquired during university training. The programme is aimed at unemployed law (LLB) graduates.
Closing Date: 05 November 2025
MUNICIPAL FINANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME (X 1 POSITION)
RE- ADVERTISEMENT (Applicants who applied previously must re-apply)
REMUNERATION: R100 000.00 (all-inclusive package) Two-year employment contract
Internship overview: The internship programme is a structured professional training and work experience programme with the goal of providing high quality training and practical exposure in all aspects of a Municipal Budget and Treasury Office which is governed by the Municipal Finance Management Act and the underlying reforms. The programme has a logical training sequence that builds on the skills and competencies acquired during university training. It ends where appropriate, with a qualification in Municipal finance Management which is in line with the Municipal Minimum Competency Regulations. The programme is aimed at unemployed graduates.
Closing Date: 05 November 2025
SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR
PERMANENT POSITION TASK: 14
Basic salary: R508 464.00 – R660 072.00 per annum (plus benefits: Pension, Medical aid scheme, Group life insurance, Housing subsidy, 13th cheque)
Requirements: The applicant must be in possession of a bachelors degree/B Tech degree in auditing or finance. A minimum of three to four years relevant experience on a supervisory level in internal auditing. Registration with the Internal Auditors South Africa or relevant accounting or audit professional body. Required to travel within the district. A valid code 8 Drivers’ license.
Closing Date: 03 October 2025
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(Applicants who applied previously must re-apply)
MANAGER: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
PERMANENT POSITION TASK: 16
Basic salary: R660 072.00 – R856 716.00 (plus benefits: Pension, Medical aid scheme, Group life insurance, motor vehicle allowance, housing subsidy, 13th cheque)
Requirements: The applicant must be in possession of a bachelor’s degree or BTech degree in developmental studies; planning and development; monitoring and evaluation, administration or equivalent. A minimum of 4 – 5 years relevant experience on supervisory level in performance management, IDP, monitoring and evaluation. A valid code 8 Drivers’ license. Computer Literacy.
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
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(Applicants who applied previously must re-apply)
MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER
PERMANENT POSITION TASK: 16
Basic salary: R660 072.00 – R856 716.00 (plus benefits: Pension, Medical aid scheme, Group life insurance, motor vehicle allowance, housing subsidy, 13th cheque)
Requirements: The applicant must be in possession of a bachelor’s degree or BTech degree in public management/administration/law. A minimum of 4 – 5 years relevant experience on supervisory level in administration/strategic and advisory management/management and administration of council committees. A valid code 8 Drivers’ license. Computer Literacy.
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
VACANCY: AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBERS (3X POSITIONS)
Candidates can apply personally or be nominated by someone else
Frances Baard District Municipality: Appointment of Audit Committee Members. In terms of Section 166 of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), Frances Baard District Municipality calls on qualified and interested persons to serve on its Audit Committee for three (3) years. Candidates can apply personally or be nominated by someone else.
Candidate requirements: The ideal candidate must have management experience gained from the Performance management/Audit/Financial/Legal/Risk Management environment. Experience in or knowledge of the Public Finance and Public Sector will be considered as an additional advantage. In addition to the above, candidates should demonstrate experience in participating in governance structures, ability to dedicate time to the activities of Frances Baard District Municipality’s Audit Committee, have an inquisitive personality within reasonable levels of probing, analytical reasoning abilities and good communication skills, and a fair understanding of the regulatory framework within which national departments operate
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
VACANCY: DIRECTOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
PERMANENT POSITION
Remuneration package: Min: R913 969.00, Mid-point: R1 026 932.00, Max: R1 123 501.00 per annum (all
inclusive package). Remuneration package will be paid as per the applicable notice 50737 of 2024: total
packages payable to municipal managers and managers directly accountable to municipal managers
Job requirements: Relevant B Degree in Building Sciences/ Architecture/ Bachelor Degree in Town and RegionalPlanning or Development Studies; or equivalent. The successful candidate must meet the minimum competencyrequirements as contained in the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency levels, Gazette 29967 of 15June 2007, i.e. South African Qualifications Authority Qualification ID No. 48965 for Accounting Officers of municipalities, e.g. CPMD, MFMP, etc. If a newly appointed person is not in possession of this Competency, he/she must complete it within eighteen (18) months from the date of employment, in accordance with Government Notice Number 91 of 3 February 2017, as promulgated in Government Gazette No. 40593. Five years’ experienceat middle management. Proven successful Professional experience in Development/ Town and RegionalPlanning. Project management certificate or diploma; or Registration as a Professional Planner in accordance with the Planning Profession Act, 2002, (Act No. 36 of 2002) will be an added advantage. An advanced level ofComputer Literacy and proven ability to manage financial accounting systems. Valid Code B Driving License.
Closing Date: 03 September 2025
VACANCY: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
PERMANENT POSITION
Remuneration package: Min: R913 969.00, Mid-point: R1 026 932.00, Max: R1 123 501.00 per annum (all
inclusive package). Remuneration package will be paid as per the applicable notice 50737 of 2024: total
packages payable to municipal managers and managers directly accountable to municipal managers
Job requirements: The applicant must be in possession of a B-degree in Accounting, Economics or equivalent
financial management related qualification. The successful candidate must meet the minimum competency
requirements as contained in the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency levels, Gazette 29967 of 15
June 2007, i.e. South African Qualifications Authority Qualification ID No. 48965 for Accounting Officers of
municipalities, e.g. CPMD, MFMP, etc. If a newly appointed person is not in possession of this Competency, he/she must complete it within eighteen (18) months from the date of employment, in accordance with Government Notice Number 91 of 3 February 2017, as promulgated in Government Gazette No. 40593. Minimum of five years’ experience at middle management level within the financial management environment. An advanced level of Computer Literacy and proven ability to manage financial accounting systems. Valid Code B Driving License.
Closing Date: 03 September 2025
VACANCY: DIRECTOR INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES
PERMANENT POSITION
Remuneration package: Min: R913 969.00, Mid-point: R1 026 932.00, Max: R1 123 501.00 per annum (all
inclusive package). Remuneration package will be paid as per the applicable notice 50737 of 2024: total
packages payable to municipal managers and managers directly accountable to municipal managers
Job requirements: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering Degree or, BTech Engineering; or equivalent. A
post graduate qualification in civil engineering will be an added advantage. Registration as a Professional
Engineer or Professional Technologist with the Engineering Council of South Africa will be an added advantage.The successful candidate must meet the minimum competency requirements as contained in the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency levels, Gazette 29967 of 15 June 2007, i.e. South African Qualifications Authority Qualification ID No. 48965 for Accounting Officers of municipalities, e.g. CPMD, MFMP, etc. If a newly appointed person is not in possession of this Competency, he/ she must complete it within eighteen (18) months from the date of employment, in accordance with Government Notice Number 91 of 3 February 2017, as promulgated in Government Gazette No. 40593. Minimum of five years’ experience at middle management level within the engineering environment which should include exposure in engineering infrastructure project management. An advanced level of Computer Literacy and proven ability to manage financial accountingsystems. Valid Code B Driving License..
Closing Date: 03 September 2025
VACANCY: DIRECTOR ADMINISTRATION
PERMANENT POSITION
Remuneration package: Min: R913 969.00, Mid-point: R1 026 932.00, Max: R1 123 501.00 per annum (all
inclusive package). Remuneration package will be paid as per the applicable notice 50737 of 2024: total
packages payable to municipal managers and managers directly accountable to municipal managers
Job requirements: B Degree in Public Administration, management sciences, law or equivalent qualification; a
post graduate qualification in Public Administration will be an added advantage. The successful candidate must meet the minimum competency requirements as contained in the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency levels, Gazette 29967 of 15 June 2007, i.e. South African Qualifications Authority Qualification ID
No. 48965 for Accounting Officers of municipalities, e.g. CPMD, MFMP, etc. If a newly appointed person is not
in possession of this Competency, he/ she must complete it within eighteen (18) months from the date of
employment, in accordance with Government Notice Number 91 of 3 February 2017, as promulgated in
Government Gazette No. 40593. Five years’ experience at middle management. Good knowledge of corporate
support services, auxiliary services, administration of archives and records management, disaster management, human resources management, property and facilities management, information technology management, environmental health and disaster management. An advanced level of Computer Literacy and proven ability to manage financial accounting systems. Valid Code B Driving License.