WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS AND SPORT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co  will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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: MOD PROGRAMME REF NO: CAS 01/2024 
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years middle management level 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: Knowledge of the following: MOD Programme; Recreation-based activities, and relevant next-level activities; Relevant recreation, school sport, sport, arts, culture and education policies, rules and regulations; The National Sport and Recreation Plan; Statutory prescripts surrounding the Public Service; Managing activities, events and people. Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Problem solving; Leadership; Managerial; Administrative; Finance; Asset management; Research and inter-sectoral collaboration; Organising and planning; Presentation and Decision making. Abilities: Conflict resolution; Work under pressure and liaise with personnel at all levels. 
 
DUTIES : Planning, identification and confirmation of MOD Centres; Ensure that SLAs are explained to each relevant institution (school) and that they comply with them; Ensure that the correct processes and procedures are followed for the establishment and implementation of MOD Centres; Development and maintenance of Information and Knowledge Management System; Ensure the following: Reporting and Communication; Monitoring and evaluation; Human Resource Management and Financial Management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Manuel Tel No: (021) 483 9660/2/Dr L Bouah Tel No: (021) 483 9608 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: REPORTING REF NO: CAS 03/2024 
SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in finance or related; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience in a financial statements and reporting environment. Recommendation: A valid driving license (Code B or Higher). NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA); National Treasury regulations (NTR's), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions-PTI's); Financial Systems including Enterprise Content Management (ECM); Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication (written and verbal); Report writing. 
 
DUTIES : Check and review of un-audited and audited annual financial statements; Check and review the interim financial statements; Review monthly and quarterly financial reporting compliance; Research, analyse and interpret accounting information as well as changes in respect of the MCS and AMD and to provide guidance and training thereof; General supervision of employees (including leave management and training gap analysis). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Mannel Tel No: (021) 483 9549 
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIALIST HERITAGE OFFICER: HERITAGE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES REF NO: CAS 05/2024 
SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in the field of Architecture, Anthropology, History, Art History, Town and Regional planner, Engineering, Building Sciences, Archaeology or Palaeontology; A minimum of 5 years relevant experience; A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Recommendation: Master’s degree. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Training in archaeology and related disciplines; Human resource management; Management of finance in line with the Public Finance Management Act; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Project Management; Planning and organising; Conflict resolution. 
 
DUTIES : Processing most complex and advanced application for permits, impact assessment and appeals received in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999) and other relevant legislation; Develop proposals for the most complex cases for formal protection of Heritage Resources; Monitor and enforce compliance with most sensitive and intricate permits and conditions of impact assessments and other aspects of legislation; Provide professional, technical assistance, advice and undertake advocacy on heritage matters; Prepare the PHRA submission to the tribunals; Brief counsel or state prosecutor on the technical details with regards to court cases; Ensure proper storage of archaeological and paleontological, meteorites artifacts. 
 
ENQUIRIES : W Dhansay Tel No: (021) 483 9729 / waseefa.dhansay@westerncape.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: MUNICIPAL FUNDING REF NO: CAS 02/2024 
SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in finance; A minimum of 1 year experience in finance, budgeting and report writing, 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: Knowledge of the following: Public and provincial libraries; Skills needed: Budgeting; Computer literate; Interpersonal; Administrative; Decision making; Conflict resolution; Organising and leadership; Logical, credible, flexible; Planning and organising; Problem solving; Conscientious/ attention to detail; Reliable and ability to work under pressure; Creative; Innovative, patience; Perseverance; Team player; Written and verbal communication; Report writing. 
 
DUTIES : Design and implement appropriate financial management systems for the section; Responsible for the validation of payment stubs with batches and ensure filing of stubs; Responsible for the preparation of transfers of funds to municipalities; Co-ordinate and distribute information in the MF section; Liaise with local authorities, public libraries and other external role players as required; Supervise the admin clerk and do administrative duties in the absence of the administrative clerk; Provide inputs into policy and budget. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Simema Tel No: (021) 483 5990