WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF POLICE OVERSIGHT AND COMMUNITY SAFETY

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 : 07 September 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: PHYSICAL PROTECTION REF NO: POCS 08/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); PSIRA registration minimum Grade B; A minimum of 3 years middle management experience in a security environment; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices in relation to safety and security; 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. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); People Management; Project Management; Conflict Management; Analytical; communication skills (written and verbal); Contract management; Problem solving; Investigation; Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit. 

DUTIES : Facilitate the provisioning of security to safeguard the assets of the provincial government (employees/property/visitors); Facilitate the provisioning of outsourced security service providers to departments; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate; Financial Management; People Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Fred Watkins at Fred.Watkins@westerncape.gov.za

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CORPORATE SERVICES RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT REF NO: POCS 06/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 5 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge and working experience 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; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit; Budgeting and Financial Management; Communication and Information Management; Continuous Improvement; Citizen Focus and Responsiveness; Diversity Management; Impact and Influence; Planning and Organising; Problem Solving and Decision Making. 

DUTIES : Implement, monitor, assess and report on the service delivery of the Corporate Service Centre to the department in terms of the service level agreement; Implement and coordinate the periodic internal review of the Corporate Service Centre service level agreement to ensure alignment with the department’s service delivery requirements; Oversee the implementation of departmental operational service delivery obligations as required by the Corporate Services Centre service level agreement; Perform managerial functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms Leandré Barends at Leandre.Barends@westerncape.gov.za

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PHYSICAL PROTECTION REF NO: POCS 07/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher); PSIRA registration minimum Grade B; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. 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; 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. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); People Management; Project Management; Conflict Management; Communication skills (written and verbal); Contract management; Problem solving; Numeracy; Literacy; Accounting / Finance / Audit. 

DUTIES : Coordinate the provisioning of security services to safeguard Provincial Government assets, including employees, property and visitors; Manage and oversee the performance of outsourced security service providers across departments; Coordinate planning, reporting and performance management activities for physical protection; Managerial functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr Denzil Samuels at Denzil.Samuels@westerncape.gov.za

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: STRATEGIC PLANNING AND COORDINATION REF NO: POCS 05/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment. Skills needed: Planning and Organising; Writing and Reporting; Working with People; Adhering to Principles and Values; Relating and Networking; Problem Solving and Decision Making; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit; Communication (written and verbal); Budgeting and Financial Management. 

DUTIES : Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Gallant Tel No: (021) 483 6954