WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT 

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: THUSONG CENTRE MANAGEMENT (REGION A) REF NO: LG 14/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, 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 and understanding of the following: Community Development; Composition of communities and their functioning in the Western Cape; Monitoring and reporting procedures; Municipal finances (MFMA); Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, 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 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; Literacy; Computer literacy; Language; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit; Written and verbal communication; Management; Analytic; Conflict management; Interpersonal; Organising and planning; Strategic planning Interpersonal relationship; Problem solving; Ability to facilitate group activities. 

DUTIES : Operational Implementation and strategic management of the Thusong Service Centres; Operational implementation and strategic management of Thusong Mobiles (Outreach); Manage the monitoring, evaluation and reporting on the progress of the Thusong programme; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate; People Management; Financial Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms A Robinson Tel No: (021) 483 5106 / 8396. 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL REGIONAL SUPPORT REF NO: LG 15/2026 (X3 POSTS) 

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

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Sector Finance; Financial legislation in the public sector; Applicable financial management systems; Monitoring and reporting procedures; Statistical packages; Municipal finances project management. Skills in the following: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Management skills; Analytical skills; Conflict Management; Interpersonal skills; Organising and planning skills; Presentation skills. 

DUTIES : Strengthen the internal capacity of Municipalities to deliver on their mandate; Manage and co-ordinate municipal support interventions; Monitor and evaluation cross-cutting projects (Shared Services, Grant Management, Performance Management at municipal level); Gather all relevant information related to Municipal Performance and Compliance; Human Resource Management; Financial Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Dr S Johnstone Tel No: (021) 483-4647 

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: AUXILIARY SERVICE REF NO: LG 02/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Occupational Health and Safety Act; Public services act, Regulations and Code of conduct; Batho Pele principles; GIAMA; 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; 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; 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; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Good organization and planning; Interpersonal and communication; Analytical thinker; Computer skills Word for Windows, Excel and PowerPoint; Decision-making; Minute taking; Conflict Resolution; Ability to work in a team and independently 

DUTIES : Coordinate GIAMA and Accommodation Management matters; Landline and Telephone Administration; Training and Awareness Support; Supervise human resource staff. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Coerecuis Tel No: (021) 483 5122.