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NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE & TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS VACANCIES
NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE & TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS
APPLICATIONS : Completed applications should be forwarded to the Director: Human Resource Management, Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Private Bag X2145, Mmabatho, 2735 or hand delivered to Telkom Building, 3366 Bessemer Street, Industrial Site, Mafikeng (Behind the Crossing Shopping Complex) or email address: nwcogtarecruit@nwpg.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Ms Ethelia Masibi Tel No: (018) 388 3933 or Ms Katlego Sebaetse Tel No: (018) 388 3935
CLOSING DATE : 06 June 2025 Time (15H30)
NOTE : Directions to Applicants: Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form, new Z83 (properly completed), obtainable from any Public Service office. A comprehensive CV with competencies, experience, and with full names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three referees. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on applications; however, shortlisted candidates must submit other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview and must be certified. Please note: It is the responsibility of a person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Applications should be forwarded in time to the Department, since applications received after the closing date indicated below will, as a rule, not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interviews on a date and time and at a place as determined by the Department. Please note if you have not heard from us within three (03) months after the closing, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Appointment of the successful candidate (s) will be strictly subject to the Personnel Suitability Checks results/outcome before appointment. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application. The applicants should state the applicable reference number with the relevant post. Candidates requiring additional information regarding the advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated on enquiries. Directions on how to fill in the New Z83 Form NB: Candidate should note the following information on the new Z83 application form: All fields of the Z83 are compulsory, and the applicant’s signature is mandatory. The Z83 must be completed in full and signed for an applicant to be considered. The form must be completed in manner that provides sufficient information about the candidate and the post applies for by completing all relevant fields. The questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under part F must be answered, it requires an applicant to specify if any conditions may prevent re-employment in the public service. Applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section intended for those seeking re-employment. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed in order for an applicant to be considered. Part A,B,C and D applicants may leave questions blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they do not apply to them or the position they are applying for. The initials on the second page, where the signature is situated, are not mandatory. The North West Department of Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs is an Affirmative Action Employer with the intention of promoting representatively (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts. People with disability are encouraged to apply. NB: The Department reserves the right not to make Appointments. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
NOTE : Directions to Applicants: Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form, new Z83 (properly completed), obtainable from any Public Service office. A comprehensive CV with competencies, experience, and with full names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three referees. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on applications; however, shortlisted candidates must submit other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview and must be certified. Please note: It is the responsibility of a person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Applications should be forwarded in time to the Department, since applications received after the closing date indicated below will, as a rule, not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interviews on a date and time and at a place as determined by the Department. Please note if you have not heard from us within three (03) months after the closing, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Appointment of the successful candidate (s) will be strictly subject to the Personnel Suitability Checks results/outcome before appointment. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application. The applicants should state the applicable reference number with the relevant post. Candidates requiring additional information regarding the advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated on enquiries. Directions on how to fill in the New Z83 Form NB: Candidate should note the following information on the new Z83 application form: All fields of the Z83 are compulsory, and the applicant’s signature is mandatory. The Z83 must be completed in full and signed for an applicant to be considered. The form must be completed in manner that provides sufficient information about the candidate and the post applies for by completing all relevant fields. The questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under part F must be answered, it requires an applicant to specify if any conditions may prevent re-employment in the public service. Applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section intended for those seeking re-employment. The Z83 form must be completed in full and signed in order for an applicant to be considered. Part A,B,C and D applicants may leave questions blank, mark them as not relevant, and uses dashes or N/A if they do not apply to them or the position they are applying for. The initials on the second page, where the signature is situated, are not mandatory. The North West Department of Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs is an Affirmative Action Employer with the intention of promoting representatively (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts. People with disability are encouraged to apply. NB: The Department reserves the right not to make Appointments. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 01/25-26
Chief Directorate: Local Governance
Directorate: Municipal Governance Support
Job Purpose: To administer Municipal Governance and Corporate services support.
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade 12/ Degree in Public Administration/Public Management/ Human Resource Management/Management (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA, 5 years’ of experience at a Middle/Senior Managerial Level. Nyukela SMS Pre-Entry Certificate (submitted prior to appointment). Valid driver’s License. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: In depth knowledge of Municipal Planning & Performance Management Regulations, Public Service Regulation, National Capacity Building Framework, Consumer Protection Act, Municipal Structure Act, Municipal System Act, Gov-Chat Software, Public Office Bearers Act, Municipal Finance Management Act, Division of Revenue Act, Employee Equity Act. Organisational Structure Design, Job Evaluation, Human Resource Planning, Strategic Capability, Work Study Investigation, Facilitation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Analytical & Research, Computer Literacy, Communication & Report Writing, Organising & Planning, Policy Interpretation & development.
DUTIES : Facilitate Implementation of Municipal Governance Oversight Support. Coordinate Implementation of Municipal Organisational Development and Human Resource Planning Support services. Coordinate Implementation of Municipal Capacity development support services. Facilitate Implementation of Municipal Labour Relation. Coordinate Implementation of Municipal Human Resource Administration support services.
ENQUIRIES : Mr JK Mashigo Tel No: (018) 388 4765
DIRECTOR: TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONS ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 02/25-26
Chief Directorate: Traditional Institutional Management
Directorate: Traditional Institutional Administration
Job Purpose: To administer implementation of Traditional Institutions and Resource Administration Services.
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade 12 Degree in Public Administration/ Business/ Financial Management/Governance/Social Science (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA. 5 years’ of experience at a Middle/Senior Managerial Level. Nyukela Compliance Certificate (submitted prior to appointment). Valid driver’s License. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: In-depth knowledge Customary Law, Traditional Khoi-San Leadership Act, North West House of Traditional Leaders Act, Public Financial Management Act, Public Service Regulation. Financial Management, Project Management, Strategic Capability, Conflict Management, Report writing, Communication, Computer Literacy, Interpersonal & Facilitation, Policy Interpretation & Development.
DUTIES : Facilitate implementation of Traditional Council Land Administration Support. Facilitate Implementation of Traditional governance and Resource Administration services. Coordinate Implementation of Rural Development facilitation services. Coordinate Implementation of Traditional Institutional Financial Administration services. Coordinate Implementation of district Traditional Institutions Financial and Administrative Support.
ENQUIRIES : Mr SA Ruthoane Tel No: (018) 388 5483
OTHER POSTS
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT REF NO: 03/25-26
Chief Directorate: Development And Planning
Directorate: Provincial Disaster Management Centre
Job Purpose: To coordinate implementation of Provincial disaster management systems and structures
SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade 12. Diploma/Degree in Disaster Management/ Emergency Management/ Environmental Science or any other relevant qualification (NQF6/7 as recognized by SAQA). Minimum 3-5 years’ relevant experience at Junior Management/Assistant Director level in Provincial Disaster Management Support. Valid driver’s License. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: In-depth knowledge of United Nations international strategy on Disaster Reduction, Sendai Framework for Disaster Reduction, Disaster Management Act, National Disaster Management Framework, Municipal Finance Management Act, North West Disaster Management Framework, Municipal Indicative Disaster Risk Profile, Disaster Management Processes, Public Financial Management Act, Public Service Act, Treasury Relations, Division Revenue Act. Strategic Planning & Management, Leadership, Analytical & Research, Communication, Report Writing, Problem Solving, Presentation & Facilitation, Policy Interpretation and Development, Computer Literacy, Financial Management, Information Management, Project Management.
DUTIES : Monitor integrated institutional capacity and support disaster management. Facilitate Implementation of disaster response and recovery plans. Facilitate sourcing of disaster relief funds. Facilitate disaster risk assessment. Monitor Disaster risk reduction programmes and capacity building.
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Ramagaga Tel No: (018) 388 4129
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INTERNAL CONTROL & COMPLIANCE REF NO: 04/25 -26
Chief Directorate: Financial Management Services
Directorate: Financial Administration
Job Purpose: To coordinate implementation of internal control and compliance Measures.
SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade 12. Diploma/Degree in Internal Auditing/ Financial Management/Risk Management/Public Financial Management (NQF6/7 as recognized by SAQA). Minimum 3-5 years’ relevant experience as Assistant Director: Financial Accounting/ Auditing/ Financial Management level. Valid driver’s License. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: In-depth knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Public Financial Management Act, Division of Revenue Act, Accounting Manuals, Treasury Instructions Notes, Government Financial systems operations, Modified cash Standard. Auditing Skills, Financial Management, Information Management, Leadership, Analytical & Research, Communication, Problem Solving, Facilitation, Policy Interpretation and Development, Computer Literacy, Conflict Management.
DUTIES : Review Compliance of financial and performance reporting. Review implementation of integrated internal control systems. Facilitate implementation of external audit processes. Facilitate implementation of internal control measures. Facilitate implementation of pre-audit and post audit payment processes.
ENQUIRIES : Mr SPE Legoale Tel No: (018) 388 1620
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CORPORATE COMMUNICATION REF NO: 05/25 -26
Chief Directorate: Corporate Management Services
Directorate: Communication Management Services
Job Purpose: To coordinate provision of internal Communication Services.
SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade12.Diploma/Degree in Communication/Public Relations/Media Studies (NQF6/7 as recognized by SAQA). Minimum 3-5 years’ relevant experience at Assistant Director or Middle Management in Corporate/ Internal Communication Services Level. Valid driver’s License. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: In-depth knowledge of Batho Pele Regulatory Prescripts, Public Service Regulation, Public Financial Management Act, The South African Government Communication and Information Systems (GCIS), The Provincial Communication Strategy, The South African Governments Official Language Policy. Event Management Skills. Media Relations and Journalism, Language and Translation Coordination, Event Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Analytical and Problem-solving Skills, Leadership and Team Management, Interpersonal and Negotiation Skills.
DUTIES : Facilitate promotion of Departmental Corporate Identity services. Monitor departmental website. Facilitate Provision of language translation services. Monitor design for corporate material. Monitor of functionality Local Government Communicators structures. Facilitate design of multimedia products and maintenance of department social media platforms.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Thapelo Tel No: (018) 388 4836
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY REF NO: 06/25 -26
Chief Directorate: Corporate Management Services
Directorate: ICT, Knowledge & Records Management Services
Job Purpose: To coordinate implementation of Information Communication Technology, knowledge & records Services.
SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : Matric/Grade12.Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Systems, Knowledge management/Records Management, Information Management, Archival Studies, /Library Science (NQF6/7 as recognized by SAQA). Minimum 3-5 years’ relevant experience at Assistant Director or Middle Management in Information communication technology/ records management/ knowledge management. Valid driver’s License. Competencies/Knowledge/Skills: In-depth knowledge of Batho Pele Regulatory Prescripts, Public Finance Management Act, Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, State Information Technology Agency Act, National Cybersecurity Policy Framework, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Public service Act, Public Service Regulation, National Archives and Records Service of South Africa Act, Protection of Personal Information Act, Minimum Information Security Standards, Government-Wide Enterprise Architecture, ICT Strategy Development, Records Management, Knowledge Management, Cybersecurity Management, Project Management, Data Analytics and Reporting, Stakeholder Engagement, Change Management, Knowledge harvesting and dissemination, Leadership and Team Management, Problem-solving and Innovation, Communication and Training.
DUTIES : Facilitate implementation of information technology systems. Facilitate Implementation of Information Communication Technology security risk strategies. Facilitate provision of security network and Information Technology Infrastructure support. Monitor back-end Information Technology Infrastructure services. Facilitate provision of electric and manual records management services. Facilitate provision of knowledge management services.
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Hagan Tel No: (018) 388 242