WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPORT

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

CLOSING DATE : 27 July 2026 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. 

OTHER POSTS

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: OFFICE OF THE HOD REF NO: CAS 07/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years middle management experience. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Understanding of project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills needed: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting/ Finance/ Audit. 

DUTIES : Ensure the provision of secretariat and operational support services; Ensure the provision of an administrative and general office management support service; Provide support to HOD in the collection of data and execution of research; Ensure the provision of a liaison service by administering parliamentary questions and enquiries; People Management; Financial Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr G Redman Tel No: (021) 483 9501 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DEPARTMENTAL ACCOUNTING SERVICES REF NO: CAS 11/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree in Financial Management at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA); National Treasury regulations (NTR's), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions-PTI's); Financial Systems including Enterprise Content Management (ECM); Modified Cash Standards and Accounting Manual for Departments; and Report writing skills. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

DUTIES : Manage the cashier, banking, and electronic payments functions, ensuring the effective safeguarding and management of all source documents, and face-value forms; Manage and ensure quality assurance of transactions processed on BAS and LOGIS, including the verification of payments against approved budgets, the maintenance and loading of BAS entities, and the accuracy, completeness, and compliance of all financial transactions; Oversee and manage all financial reconciliations, including but not limited to bank, petty cash, and creditor reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organisational policies and financial controls; Ensure the timely processing and payment of creditors in respect of recurring services, to maintain good supplier relationships and uninterrupted service delivery; Monitor and manage the generic finance email inbox, ensuring that all sundry payment-related correspondence, queries, and supporting documentation are attended to promptly and appropriately; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements relating to transfer payments, identifying and addressing any areas of non-compliance; Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date financial records in accordance with applicable accounting standards, policies, and regulatory requirements, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and safeguarding of all financial information and supporting documentation; Maintain accurate and comprehensive transfer payment schedules, ensuring that all transactions are properly recorded, reconciled, and supported for inclusion in the annual financial statements and annual report; Mentor, coach, and develop employees within the division, including managing employee performance, conducting performance evaluations, implementing disciplinary processes where required, and recognising and rewarding employee achievements; Manage and optimise divisional operations while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and wellness standards, fostering a safe, healthy, and productive work environment.

ENQUIRIES : Ms Lynn-Dell Mannel Tel No: (021) 483 9549 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SCHOOL SPORT PROGRAMMES REF NO CAS 12/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09). 

CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a sport development working environment. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Presentation skills; Networking skills; Written and verbal communication; Stakeholder engagement; Research skills. 

DUTIES : Supervise and support the implementation of the School Sport Programme in line with the Western Cape School Sport Strategy, ensuring proper procedures for equipment, attire, and procurement are followed; Coordinate the implementation of regular participation in competition-based inter-school leagues and the reporting thereof; Coordinate the collection of statistics, compile reports, and maintain participant databases to track development; Managerial functions; Facilitate the alignment of curriculum development with code activities while supporting talent identification and development pathways in school sport. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr C Meyer Tel No: (021) 483 9530. 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: REPORTING REF NO: CAS 15/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree in Financial Management at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA); National Treasury regulations (NTR's), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions-PTI's); Financial Systems including Enterprise Content Management (ECM); Modified Cash Standards and Accounting Manual for Departments; and Report writing. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

DUTIES : Monitor and analyse expenditure of the sub-directorate's approved budget by reviewing expenditure reports, and reporting on spending trends and variances; Develop, maintain, and implement the Interim and Annual Financial Statements (IFS and AFS) Action Plan, ensuring compliance with Modified Cash Standards (MCS) and the Accounting Manual for Departments (AMD); Manage the preparation, quality review, and timely submission of IFS and AFS to Provincial Treasury and the Auditor-General, and coordinate responses to audit queries throughout the audit process; Consolidate and validate financial information, ensuring all figures are supported by complete, accurate, and certified documentation; Review, test, and validate financial reporting templates, accounting policies, formulas, and disclosures to ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements; Research, analyse, and interpret accounting standards and guidelines updates (MCS and AMD), and provide guidance on the implementation of new or amended financial reporting requirements. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms Lynn-Dell Mannel Tel No: (021) 483 9549 

SPORT PROMOTION OFFICER: SCHOOL SPORT PROGRAMMES REF NO: CAS 13/2026 (X2 POSTS AVAILABLE IN CAPE WINELANDS & EDEN/GARDEN ROUTE DISTRICTS) 

SALARY : R338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification). Competencies: Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems. Knowledge and understanding of the regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general; National Sport and Recreation Plan. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting/ Finance/ Audit; Presentation; Networking skills; Written and verbal communication; Stakeholder engagement; Research. 

DUTIES : Coordinate the establishment and provide support to sport and recreation structures in schools, wards and local areas, in conjunction with stakeholders Coordinate the implementation of regular participation in competition-based inter-school leagues and the reporting thereof; Facilitate sustainable capacity development programmes in sport within schools, wards, local areas and districts; Implement sport and recreation programmes in schools, wards and local areas for the development of sport and recreation; Monitor and evaluate compliance with sport and recreation transformational policies; Render administrative functions related to implemented programmes. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Cottee Tel No: (021) 483 9616 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SECTION (TRANSPORT) REF NO: CAS 14/2026 

SALARY : R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Skills needed: Computer Literacy; Planning 316 

and organisation; Good verbal and written communication; Job Knowledge; Interpersonal relations; Teamwork and Flexibility. 

DUTIES : Render Transport Administration and Fleet Management Support; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Render general clerical support services such as record, organize and maintain correspondence and data; update registers; enquiries, photocopy, distribute documents, type correspondence, and manage incoming/outgoing document registers and filing; Provide financial administration support services in the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Opperman Tel No: (021) 483 9719.