WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFIARS AND SPORT

Recommendation: Registration with the relevant body in the South African Heritage Sector. Competencies: Programme and project management; Town & Regional principles and methodologies; Research and development; Computer-aided applications; Town & Regional knowledge of legal compliance; Creating high performance culture; Technical consulting; Professional judgment; Analyse applications for completeness, accuracy and determine substance; Ability to synthesize and present complex scenarios.
 
DUTIES : Ensure the application of town and regional planning principles in land development: Facilitate and provide technical assistance to professional teams on all aspects regarding town and regional planning projects; Human capital development: Mentor, train and develop candidate town and regional planners to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound town and regional planning principles and code of practice; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on town and regional planning technology to improve expertise. Office administration and budget planning: Prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement SCM and personnel human resource administration; Monitor and control expenditure; Report on expenditure and service delivery.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M. Dlamuka at (021) 483 5959
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
 
 
 
 
 
 
SPECIALIST HERITAGE OFFICER: HERITAGE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES REF NO: CAS 24/2020 (4 POSTS AVAILABLE)
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (level 9)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Master’s Degree in Field of Archaeology, Palaeontology, Geology, Meteorites, Architecture, Anthropology, History, Art History, Town & Regional planner, Engineering or Building Sciences; A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience in research or related discipline; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Relevant experience in project management; Registered with relevant professional body in the South African Heritage sector; Proficient in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National Heritage Resources Act; Heritage Resources Management policies and guidelines (specifically those of HWC {Heritage Western Cape}); Written and verbal communication skills; Related legislation in the heritage management process; Skills in office package suite and working knowledge of database such as the South African Heritage Resources Information System (SAHRIS) or similar; Ability to synthesize and present complex scenarios.
 
DUTIES : Processing complex applications for permits, impact assessments and appeals received in respect of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999) and other relevant legislation; Develop proposals for complex cases for formal protection of Heritage Resources; Monitor and enforce compliance in respect of 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 Provincial Heritage Resources Agency submissions for Ministerial Tribunals; Brief Counsel or State prosecutor on technical details with regards to court cases.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Dlamuka at Tel No: (021) 483 5959
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
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HERITAGE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, REF NO: CAS 25/2020
SALARY : R 376 596 per annum (level 9)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (or higher qualification) in the field of Administration, Public Management or Heritage related disciplines; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a heritage administration and/or training related environment; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Post graduate qualification in heritage related disciplines or Legal qualification; Legal Knowledge. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National Heritage Resources Act; Heritage Resources Management policies and guidelines; Excellent writing and ability to synthesize and present complex scenarios; Communication (written and verbal) skill; Computer literacy.
 
DUTIES : Assessment of competency of local authorities with regards to the facilitation of devolution of powers and functions in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999) to capacitate local authorities; Conduct training and capacity building exercises and raise awareness; Plan and execute inspections for new and maintenance work on heritage project sites; Provide guidance with regard to legal matters affecting heritage resources management to management and staff; Conduct review inventory and grading of heritage resources; Provide professional/technical assistance to other departments/internal units.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Dlamuka at Tel No: (021) 483 5959
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
 
 

 
 
ARCHIVIST: COLLECTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES, REF NO. CAS 17/2020
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) with History as a passed subject; A valid (code B or higher) driving licence. Recommendation: Relevant experience in digitization of records. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Automated storage and retrieval systems; Provincial Archives and Records Service of the Western Cape Act; Archival collection; Digitisation of archival collection/records and access; Proven computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); Written and verbal communication skills; Time management skills.
 
DUTIES : Scanning of records and maps; Digitisation of archival records; Skills development and administration.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Ngobo at Tel No: (021) 483 0434
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
 
 
 
 
 
ARCHIVIST: ELECTRONIC RECORDS MANAGEMENT, REF NO: CAS 18/2020
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in Information Management Systems or related qualification; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Post Graduate Qualification in Archival Studies; Understanding of automated storage and retrieval systems, electronic records, databases design and electronic publications. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Legislation, policies and procedures of the Western Cape Archives and Records Service; Public Management practices in SA and in other countries; Financial Management and Supply Chain Management Services; Public Service reporting structures; Strategic planning; Meeting procedures; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer skills; Research skills; Problem solving skills; Analytical and strategic thinking skills; Presentation skills.
 
DUTIES : Approval of electronic records management systems; Development and maintenance of electronic records management systems; Audits of electronic records management systems; Compilation, updating and distribution of guides and directives; Training on Electronic Records Management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr T Robertson at Tel No: (021) 483 0429
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
 
 
 
 
 
SCANNING AND DIGITISATION TECHNICIAN: COLLECTING MANAGEMENT SERVICES, REF NO: CAS 20/2020
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Certificate or Diploma in IT (1-2 year post-school qualification or higher); A minimum of 2 years Technical/ Scientific experience. Recommendation: Experience in Information systems and digitisation of archival records. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Provincial Archives and Records Service of the Western Cape Act, policies and guidelines; Digitisation of Archival collection/ records and access; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Proven computer literacy; Time management skills; Good interpersonal skills; Ability to work well within a team and independently; Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
 
DUTIES : Collect digital/ electronic records and create/scan archives/records; Store and facilitate access to digitised records; Skills development and administration.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Ngobo at Tel No: (021) 483 0434
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
 
 
 
 
 
LIBRARIAN: TECHNICAL SERVICES, REF NO: CAS 22/2020
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate tertiary qualification (National Diploma or higher) in Library Science/Information Sciences. Recommendation: Post Graduate Diploma/qualification in LIS, ND or B.Inf or B.Bibl Degree/B-Tech; Library Information Management System cataloguing experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (AACR2); Resource Description and Access (RDA); Dewey Decimal Classification System (DDC); Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH); MARC 21; WorldCat; Library of Congress online catalogue; SLIMS; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Ability to work within teams and perform under pressure; Interpersonal skills and information interpretation skills; Proven computer literacy.
 
DUTIES : Cataloguing of books, periodicals and audio-visual materials; Classification of books, periodicals and audio-visual materials; Quality control of the SLIMS database; Assisting with answering cataloguing queries from provincial and public library staff; General office administration; Keeping accurate statistics of work performed.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr B Meyer at Tel No: (021) 483 2309
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

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: HERITAGE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, REF NO: CAS 27/2020
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (Level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification; A minimum of 1-year relevant administrative experience. A valid code B or higher driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Training in heritage and related disciplines; Human Resource Management; Management of finances in line with PFMA; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills; Planning and organising; Conflict resolution; Report writing skills; Analytical thinking.
 
DUTIES : Co-ordination, review and facilitate the application of heritage conservation policies in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999); Facilitate the formal protection of heritage resources (declarations); Development and maintenance of the heritage register; Provide professional / technical assistance to other departments / internal units.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Dlamuka at (021) 483 5959
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
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: HERITAGE WESTERN CAPE LEGAL SUPPORT, REF NO: CAS 28/2020
SALARY : R 257 508 per annum (Salary Level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification; A minimum of 3 years relevant administrative experience; A valid code B or higher driving licence. Recommendation: Working knowledge and experience in legal administration. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Training in heritage and related disciplines; Human Resource Management; Legal knowledge; Management of finances in line with PFMA; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills; Planning and organising; Conflict resolution; Report writing skills; Analytical thinking.
 
DUTIES : Assist with receipt and evaluation of applications for competency in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999); Assist with the conducting of training and capacity building exercises to raise awareness; Conduct reviews of inventories and grading of heritage resources; Inspection of heritage sites.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Dlamuka at Tel No: (021) 483 5959
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