WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER 

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 : 28 September 2026 

NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this post, 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. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job and an interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background in processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme. The successful candidate shall be subjected to a leadership assessment, within one (1) month of appointment, to assess the managerial competencies required for SMS members in the Public Service as specified under Chapter Five (5) of the SMS handbook. This assessment shall be conducted to determine an individual’s ability to lead, manage, and direct others and to identify developmental gaps in core generic leadership and management competencies. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting; and the candidate will have to disclose her/his financial interests. Furthermore, thank you, to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our posts, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of the advert please consider your application unsuccessful. 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

CHIEF DIRECTOR: POLICY AND STRATEGY REF NO: DOTP 92/2026 

SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : A Qualification at NQF Level 7 as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 5 years relevant senior management level experience. Competencies: Proven working knowledge and relevant working experience of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; The functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments. Core Competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management. Skills: Networking and network formation skills; Conceptual and formulation skills; Leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex applications; Team building and strong interpersonal skills; Planning, organising and people management skills. 

DUTIES : Provide strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Facilitate the conducting of high-level policy analysis: Transversal coordination, management and promotion of innovative and evidence-based policy and strategy development, planning, implementation, and review. Facilitate the research and analysis of the provincial policy environment and identify critical areas for provincial government intervention, including futures capability. Analyse national and provincial policies, strategies and laws, and prepare provincial responses. Analyse on-going national policy and strategy developments, and sensitise Cabinet, Sector Committees and departments on its implications for the province. Facilitate the development of transversal provincial policies as may be required (including stakeholder consultation as required). Ensure that WCG legislation, policies and strategies align with the Provincial Strategic Plan and long-term plans. Facilitate the periodic review of the Provincial Strategic Plan in line with prescribed strategic planning and budgetary processes. Initiate and manage transversal futures modelling research. Ensure that WCG legislation, policies and strategies align and comply with human rights principles and with international, constitutional and national human rights obligations, policies and strategies. Support the provincial executive in respect of provincial human social development strategy: Facilitate and coordinate the collation of the Provincial Strategic Plan for the Human Development (HD) Social Sector. Advise in consultation with Provincial Treasury on the macro prioritisation of the provincial budget in line with provincial strategic priorities for the HD Social Sector. Facilitate the initiation of new integrated government programmes and projects in pursuance of provincial strategic priorities for the HD Social Sector as required. Advise on the alignment of HD Social Sector and departmental strategic plans, as well as integrated development plans, with provincial strategic priorities. Continuously assess progress with the implementation of HD Sector provincial programmes, projects and plans, and advise on the management of blockages. Advise the Premier, Cabinet and departments on performance variances, and recommend corrective actions for the HD Sector. Coordinate support for the Premier and DG in their participation in intergovernmental structures and forums for the HD Social Sector. Support the provincial executive in respect of provincial economic strategy: Facilitate and coordinate the collation of the Provincial Strategic Plan for the Economic Sector. Advise in consultation with Provincial Treasury on the macro prioritisation of the provincial budget in line with provincial strategic priorities for the Economic Sector. Facilitate the initiation of new integrated government programmes and projects in pursuance of provincial strategic priorities for the Economic Sector as required. Advise on the alignment of Economic Sector and departmental strategic plans, as well as integrated development plans, with provincial strategic priorities. Continuously assess progress with the implementation of Economic Sector provincial programmes, projects and plans, and advise on the management of blockages. Advise the Premier, Cabinet and departments on performance variances, and recommend corrective actions for the Economic Sector. Coordinate support for the Premier and DG in their participation in intergovernmental structures and forums for the Economic Sector. Manage integrated provincial strategic planning: Advise on the alignment of departmental strategic and annual performance plans as well as integrated development plans with provincial strategic priorities. Facilitate the development and periodic review of the provincial strategic plan in line with prescribed strategic planning and budgetary processes. Advise, in consultation with the Provincial Treasury, on the policy prioritisation of the provincial budget in line with provincial strategic priorities. Change Management, People Management, Financial Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms L Esterhuyse Tel No: (021) 483 5856 

OTHER POSTS

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PRIORITY UNIT REF NO: DOTP 05/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-degree) in Human Resource Management or Industrial Psychology; A minimum of 3 years’ experience at managerial level within a human resource management environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act, all Bargaining Council resolutions and Public Service Commission (PSC) guidelines; Ability to maintain the highly confidential nature of people management work; Ability to travel for various meetings and maintain flexible work schedule; Demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative in dealing with daily challenges; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 

DUTIES : Provide a talent acquisition consulting service and service benefits support in respect of Heads of Departments, senior managers and employees within ministerial offices; project management, quality control of and report on all work within the Priority Unit; Ensure the publication of advertisements in various media; Facilitate the compilation of advertisements and pre-selection questionnaires; Facilitate the recruitment and selection process, inclusive of shortlisting, case studies, competency-based interviews, competency assessments and personnel suitability checks. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms T Viljoen @ Thora.Viljoen@westerncape.gov.za

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SECRETARIAT SERVICES REF NO: DOTP 37/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year Tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) on NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA; A minimum of 3 years relevant Management experience. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: decision support systems; the latest advances in public management theory and practice; policy analysis, policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; the 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; and project management; operational management practices; procurement and tendering processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems; 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; the functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general. 

DUTIES : Manage the provision of secretariat and logistical support to executive structures; Manage the provision of executive decision-making support; Manage the provision of executive governance and compliance support; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate: which includes planning; organising; monitoring, evaluation and reporting; records and information management; people management; which includes recruitment and selection; training; performance management; mentoring and coaching; discipline; and financial management; which includes budget; assets; procurement; and monitoring and evaluation. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr C Ahmed @ Caushiem.Ahmed@westerncape.gov.za

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROTOCOL CEREMONIAL AND CONFERENCES REF NO: DOTP 35/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R537 897 per annum (Level 09). 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. 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. Knowledge and 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 in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit. 

DUTIES : Advise and implement protocol and logistical support at events for the Premier, Cabinet and Provincial Top Management; Facilitate special projects and ceremonial proceedings; Coordinate Provincial Funerals and provide support in respect of State Funerals, in compliance with the State Funeral Policy; Managerial functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr H Blake Tel No: (021) 483 4942 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROTOCOL SERVICES REF NO: DOTP 36/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R 537 897 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. 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; 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. 

DUTIES : Assist with the planning, coordinating and execution of the Premier's diary commitments with internal/external stakeholders; Facilitate specials projects of the Premier; Support Directorate International Relations in the planning for incoming and outgoing international official visits; Managerial functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr B Ariefdien Tel No: (021) 483 3251 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR REF NO: DOTP 88/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R537 897 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree at NQF 6 (equivalent or higher qualification) within a Social/Industrial/Public and Business Management Science or related field; A minimum of 3 years' relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Functions of the various components of the WCG to ensure a holistic, integrated approach to interventions; Latest advances in public management theory and practice; Provincial government functions and services; Statutory framework governing the broad management of the Public Service; Mentoring and coaching practices; Financial management prescripts; Culture and leadership theory and models; Change management methodologies; Key elements/determinants of organisational performance as they relate to the field of culture and leadership; Project management. Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio etc); Analytical; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation; Diagnostic; Facilitation and process consultation; Persuading and Influencing; Creative problem-solving; Intervention design; Leadership; Leading and supervising; Delivering results and meeting customer expectations; Planning and organising; Relating and networking; Presenting and communicating information; Listening; Team building and strong inter-personal; Written and verbal communication; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation; Motivation; Networking; Project management; Research; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of and working experience within the following: the 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; 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; the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; the policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general; change management methodologies models; culture and leadership theory and models; key elements/determinants of organisational performance as they relate to the field of culture and leadership; Knowledge of mentoring and coaching practices. Skills; Numeracy; Conceptual; interpretive and formulation skills; Conflict resolution; Diagnostic skills; Facilitation and process consultation; Influencing; Innovative problem-solving; Interviewing; Mentoring and coaching; Negotiation; Project management; Research; Team building and strong inter-personal skills. 

DUTIES : Coordinate and facilitate team and culture development and improvements; Supervise and coordinate organisational change enablement initiatives and implementation support; Develop, monitor, and report on project plans; Manage and undertake all administrative functions required with regards to operational, human/ people and financial resources; People management; Financial management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms C Hector at Chandrey.Hector@westerncape.gov.za

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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. 

CLOSING DATE : 28 September 2026