George Municipality Welcomes New Director for Corporate Services, Bevan Ellman

Bevan Ellman, Director of Corporate Services

George Municipality is pleased to announce the appointment of Bevan Ellman as the new Director for Corporate Services, effective 12 October 2024. Bevan brings over twenty years of experience in local government, with fifteen years in senior and middle management roles.

Bevan’s journey in local government began with a strong foundation in Human Resources Management, Administration, Records and Support/Secretariate Services, Legal, Contract and Compliance Services, Property, Facilities and Municipal Buildings, Security, Customer Care, Information Communication Technology, Public Participation, Performance Management, Risk Management, Committee Services, and Council/Political Office Bearers Support. His comprehensive background aligns perfectly with the key performance areas of his new role.

Holding a postgraduate honours degree in Public Administration (NQF 8), Bevan has consistently demonstrated his ability to develop, optimise, and implement policies, procedures, and systems that enhance organisational efficiency and ensure compliance with legislative requirements. His previous roles as Director of Corporate Services at Knysna and Corporate Service Manager at Hessequa Municipality have equipped him with the skills to handle complex issues and deliver results in high-pressure environments.

Bevan’s vision for George Municipality is to contribute positively to the growth of the institution’s human capital. “As an institution of excellence, my vision for George Municipality is to embed a culture of high productivity, service delivery, good governance, and institutional efficiency.

“I look forward to being a part of the transformation of George Municipality and enhancing the human capital to reach its full potential for the benefit of individual growth and development, but more importantly, for the communities we serve,” Bevan concluded.