WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM 

 

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 : 04 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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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (INTERNAL CONTROL): ASSURANCE SERVICES REF NO: DEDAT 09/2026 

SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government. 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) equivalent or higher qualification in Internal Auditing (Majors in Auditing and Financial Accounting); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control and governance environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development; Budgeting processes; Financial norms and standards (Public Financial Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury directives/instructions); Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy and Fraud Prevention Measures; Principles and Practices of Financial Accounting; Internal Control Tools and Techniques; Government Accounting Standards (GRAP); Economic Reporting Framework including Standard Charts of Accounts; Risk Management Frameworks; Government Financial Systems; Human Resource Management. Skills in the following: Report writing; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Accuracy; Aptitude of figures; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

 

DUTIES : Provide Assurance Services; Management of irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure and investigations; Report to key stakeholders on the financial governance and compliance environment; Co-ordination of internal and external auditors; Policy formulation, drafting of internal control policy and training; Provide fraud and losses management services; Manage and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms B Mott Tel No: (021) 483 9088 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MUNICIPAL ECONOMIC SUPPORT REF NO: DEDAT 10/2026 

SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics; A minimum of 3 years administrative experience in project management; 3 years’ experience in data analysis. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Economic development (refers to a practical understanding of the processes, programs, and policies that improve a community's economic well-being and quality of life); Development economics (refers to a technical, academic understanding of the theories, models, and methods used to analyse the economic issues of developing nations); Project Management; Relationship and stakeholder management; Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; Skills in the following: Planning and Organising; Working with People; Analysing; Relating and Networking; Following Instructions and Procedures; Writing and Reporting; Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

 

DUTIES : Facilitate capacity building of municipalities in the regions; Support the building of partnerships, IGR, cross-cutting and area-specific initiatives that promotes alignment of economic activities in region; Support the implementation of spatial economic growth initiatives in regions; Support the building of business partnerships for growth opportunities across regions; Support the coordination of municipal-level data and intelligence. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms F Dharsey Tel No: (021) 483 7508

 

 

 

 

 

 

OFFICE MANAGER: STRATEGIC ECONOMIC ACCELERATORS AND DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DEDAT 11/2026 

SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering executive support functions to top management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Administrative and HR administration; Systems and knowledge management administration; Communication and marketing project management; Public Service Regulatory Framework; Financial and people management; Information and records management; Relevant software packages; Intergovernmental and international relations. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Basic research; Project planning; Financial management; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

 

DUTIES : Render line administrative support services; Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents for the DDG; Manage resources of the Office of the DDG, including office budgets, asset control & petty cash; Developing and managing systems within the branch to improve administrative efficiencies; Providing project support to the Office of the DDG; Remain abreast of policies and procedures; Communication & Digital Content Management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms Ilse van Schalkwyk Tel No: (021) 483 9494 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PERSONAL ASSISTANT: STRATEGIC AND OPERATIONAL SUPPORT REF NO: DEDAT 13/2026 

SALARY : R325 101 - R382 959 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation/ policies/ prescripts and procedures; Basic financial administration; Ability to run and maintain a record management system; Procurement of goods and services; Ability to properly record minutes and decisions at meetings; Advanced knowledge of relevant software packages. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Report writing, Organising and planning; Time management; Recording of minutes; Communication skills (written and verbally); Research; Analytical skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

 

DUTIES : Provide a secretarial/ receptionist support service to the manager; Render administrative support services, inclusive of: Scrutinising routine submissions/ reports and make notes and/or recommendations for the manager; Collects, analyses and collates information requested by the manager; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings, inclusive of: Scrutinising documents to determine actions/information/ other documents required for meetings; Collecting and compilation of all necessary documents for the manager to inform him/her on the contents; Recording of minutes/ decisions and communicating to relevant role-players, follow-up on progress made; Preparation of briefing notes for the manager as required; Support the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget; Study the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents and ensures that the application. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms Julies Tel No: (021) 483 9000