Municipal Administration Quiz

Who is the head of the municipal administration?

• Town Clerk

• Senior Manager

• Municipal Manager

• Chief Financial Officer

What is one of the responsibilities of the Municipal Manager?

• Overseeing public health

• Implementing the municipality’s integrated development plan

• Managing the municipality’s budget

• Conducting elections

Which act requires each municipality to have an administration?

• Municipal Systems Act

• Public Administration Act

• Employment Equity Act

• Local Government Act

What is a characteristic of a Municipal Manager?

• Ability to work independently

• Ability to avoid decision-making

• Ability to plan and show initiative

• Ability to ignore staff issues

What is required for a Municipal Manager's qualifications?

• No specific qualifications are needed

• A PhD in Public Administration

• A Bachelor's Degree or National Diploma in relevant fields

• A Master's Degree in Business

What is one of the six leading competencies of Municipal Managers?

• Financial incompetence

• Change leadership

• Isolation leadership

• Micromanagement

What must be included in the employment contracts for senior managers?

• Only salary details

• Duties, remuneration, benefits, and terms of employment

• Duration of employment only

• Personal preferences of the manager

What is the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)?

• Supervising the municipal police

• Conducting community outreach

• Overseeing public relations

• Managing the budget and treasury office

What is a function of the CFO regarding financial control?

• Managing human resources

• Conducting public surveys

• Creating marketing strategies

• Implementing control measures to eliminate theft and fraud

What happens if chief officials neglect their duties?

• Better employee satisfaction

• Improved training opportunities

• High labour turnover

• Increased productivity