58578 - Local Government Councilor Practices - NQF Level 3
National Certificate
58578 - National Certificate: Local Government Councilor Practices - NQF Level 3
Course Overview
The National Certificate: Local Government Councilor Practices (SAQA ID 58578 | NQF Level 3) is a South African qualification designed to equip learners with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively perform the roles and responsibilities of a local government councilor. This qualification is aimed at individuals serving as elected representatives in local government, facilitating democratic relations between the community and various stakeholders.
Learning outcome
Demonstrate an understanding of how local government functions.
Fulfil the roles and responsibilities of councillors to achieve local government objectives.
Apply municipal processes to the councillor function.
Facilitate public participation and citizen involvement in local government processes
Course Content
Apply key municipal processes in a council function.
Demonstrate an understanding of the policy and legal framework guiding local government.
Demonstrate knowledge of and apply the Public Sector Code of Conduct in own work roles and context.
Exercise leadership in a councillor context.
Facilitate co-operative governance and intergovernmental relations.
Facilitate council and related meetings to achieve local government objectives.