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 : 25 May 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. 

 

 

 

 

 

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DEPARTMENTAL PLANNING REF NO: CAS 09/2026 

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

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

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B- Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant middle management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy formulation and analysis skills; Facilitation and presentation skills; Problem-solving skills; People management planning skills; Dispute resolution/conflict management skills; Interpersonal skills, research skills, and the ability to interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures.50023934, including report writing/writing skills, analytical skills, understanding of Strategic Planning tools, i.e SWOT analysis, theory of change, etc. Skills: Numeracy | Literacy |Computer Literacy | Language skills | Project Management |Accounting/Finance/Audit |Strategic Planning. 

 

DUTIES : Plan and manage the departmental strategic and operational planning processes for the department and public entities, including the Strategic Plan (SP), Annual Performance Plan (APP), and input into the Provincial Strategic Plan (PSP), including MTEC. Coordinate and facilitate the compilation of quarterly performance reports and annual performance reports. Facilitate the departmental Batho Pele and service delivery improvement initiatives; plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub directorate: people management and financial management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr S Julie Tel No: (021) 483 3134 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFFICE MANAGER, OFFICE OF THE CHIEF DIRECTOR: SPORT AND RECREATION REF NO: CAS 10/2026

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

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

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B- Degree) or higher; a minimum of 5 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: 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; Knowledge and understanding of project management. Operational management, procurement, and tendering Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review; 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; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; the Public Finance Management Act; National and provincial treasury regulations; and other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective Knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labor relations legislation and regulations; knowledge and understanding of performance management in general. 

 

DUTIES : Manage engagements: Develop and maintain systems in the office of the chief director that will contribute towards improving efficiency in the office. Oversee and provide effective guidance and advice on the flow of information and documents to and from the office of the chief director. Ensure the safekeeping of all documentation in the Chief Directorate’s Office; Verify responses drafted on matters received from internal and external stakeholders; Prepare documentation with regard to matters of a complex transverse nature within the Chief Directorate’s office and advise/sensitize the Chief Director. Coordinate and report on matters of a transverse nature to the chief director. Ensure a coordinated secretarial/administrative support service within the Chief Directorate. Follow up on matters to be submitted (for example, by provincial departments, municipalities, components,); Prepare a presentation and briefing for the chief director. Assist with the rolling out of projects by departmental units in terms of follow-up, feedback, and early warning. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Dr. L Bouah at Lyndon.Bouah@westerncape.gov.za