WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT

 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ management experience in providing legal support; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: LLB or a recognised 4-year legal qualification; Admitted as an attorney or advocate of the High Court, who has duly completed the Law Society of South Africa board examinations or national bar examinations; Experience in administrative or local government law. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Local government legislation and the application thereof public sector finance; Legislation in the public sector; Applicable management systems; Monitoring and reporting procedures; Municipal finances; Policy and SOP formulation; Project Management; Communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Computer skills; Management skills; Analytical skills; Conflict management and Interpersonal skills; Organising and planning skills; Ability to work independently and as part of team; Ability to work under pressure; Strong work ethic. 
 
DUTIES : Responsible for: Assessing the state of governance in dysfunctional municipalities or a particular area of governance; Managing formal interventions in municipalities in terms of section 106 of the Municipal Systems Act and section 139 of the Constitution, as well as informal interventions in municipalities; Render strategic support to the Director: Specialised Support; Manage allocated financial and human resources; Render secretarial service to the Local Government Support Group and give effect to outcomes; Responsible for synthesizing regional monitoring reports and departmental information on municipalities into an integrated analysis for specific outputs for the Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr G Birch at (021) 483 3113 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CORPORATE COMMUNICATION REF NO: LG 2018-47 
(1-Year Contract Position) 
SALARY : R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: A formal recognised qualification in Communication Media, Public relations, Marketing or Advertising; Experience in the following: Development and implementation of communication strategies; Campaign development and Management; Drafting of communication products; Events Management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Media and stakeholder relations management; Film, Photography and design software; Municipal integrated development planning and community based participation processes; Understanding of Complaints Management Systems; Strategic management processes including strategic planning and performance management within government-including inter-sphere and cross sector planning; Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Assess the quality of communication strategies and plans in municipalities; Support municipalities in the development and implementation of effective municipal communication strategies to enhance participatory democracy; Develop and manage communication products and platforms; Facilitate the development and distribution of guidelines for municipal communication strategies and policies; Monitor and report on compliance to communication prescripts in municipalities; Effective stakeholder management; Facilitate and co-ordinate access to municipal communication training and capacity building for municipalities; Co-ordinate national and provincial support initiatives related to municipal communication.
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms R Kellies at (021) 483 4443 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TRAINING CO-ORDINATION REF NO: LG 2018-53 
SALARY : R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Recommendation: 4-year Degree/B Tech in Human Resource Development. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Sound knowledge of the local government sector; Legislation and policy framework applicable to local government; Monitoring and reporting procedures; Municipal training and capacity building environment; Functioning of SETA’s; Knowledge of skills development legislation and policies; Communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Computer skills; Management and Leadership skills; Decision making skills; Facilitation skills; Conflict management and time management skills; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work in a team and independently; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Planning and organizing skills. 
 
DUTIES : To assist with the co-ordination of transversal training initiatives for municipalities: Assist in ensuring that all training initiatives are well coordinated and duplication is eliminated; Assist with the coordination of multi-stakeholder participation in implementing national capacity building framework: Assist with coordination and providing on-going information into the National Integrated Capacity Building Management of Information System; Assist with development and maintenance of provincial training programmes for Municipalities: Manage the undertaking of an audit of all training initiatives / programmes provided by national and provincial departments to municipalities; Manage the administrative responsibilities relating to the preparation and execution of training programmes at municipalities; Liaise with relevant stakeholders on training and development interventions for municipalities: Assist in rendering advice and assistance to municipalities on training and development related matters; Provide secretariat support for departmental training intervention meetings. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Z Mtyoko at (021) 483 3565 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 

 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DISASTER INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY REF NO: LG 2018-54 
SALARY : R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) in Disaster Management or related qualification ; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in disaster management/operations or similar environment. Recommendation: 4-year Degree/B Tech in Human Resource Development. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Disaster Management Act (Act 57 of 2002) and related policies and guidelines; IGR Act and related policies and guidelines; Knowledge and understanding of disaster management systems and procedures as applied in all three spheres of government; Financial Management; Strategic Planning; Risk analysis skills; Crisis management skills; Organisational and project management skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Training and facilitation skills; Ability to work under pressure (in emergency or disaster situations); Ability to manage / lead people; Decisiveness and the ability to work independently; Professional report writing; Proven computer literacy (MS Office). 
 
DUTIES : Assist to co-ordinate the development and functioning of IGR Disaster Management structures in the Province: Functional and active PDMAF (Provincial Disaster Management Forum), PDMSC (Provincial Disaster Management Steering Committee); Support Metro, District and Local Mun. DMAF (Disaster Management Advisory Forum); Assist to co-ordinate the development of Disaster Management Framework in the Province; Approved and adopted Disaster Management Framework; Review, amend and support adopting of Metro and District Disaster Management Frameworks; Assist to co-ordinate Special Events in the Province: Support and co-ordinate Special events in the planning processes; Facilitate Disaster Management contingency plans for events; Assist in managing the financial management: Comply with the PFMA; Assist in the exercise control on utilisation of all resources of the unit; Assess, manage and monitor financial risks; Development of the Disaster Management newsletter. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms S Chinnian at (021) 937 6303 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DISASTER MITIGATION, DISASTER MANAGEMENT CENTRE REF NO: LG 2018-55 
SALARY : R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) in Disaster Management, Risk Management, Emergency Service Fields, Geography or Town/Urban Planning; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience. Recommendations: Knowledge of integrated development planning processes; Town/Urban Planning. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Disaster Management Act (Act 57 of 2002 as amended) and related policies and guidelines; Understanding of disaster management systems and procedures as applied in all three spheres of government with the focus on disaster mitigation; Spatial, town & development planning; Municipal integrated development planning processes; Project Management; Financial and supply chain management; Strategic planning; Human Resource Management; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Ability to work under pressure (in emergency or disaster situations.; Ability to manage / lead people; Decisiveness; Ability to work independently. 
 
DUTIES : Ensure developmental disaster risk reduction through the development & maintenance of the Disaster Management Chapters in the Integrated Development Plans of municipalities; Ensure the compilation & maintenance of a provincial Disaster Risk Reduction (prevention and mitigation) strategy & plan; Ensure the annual assessment of Disaster Management Chapters from the Integrated Development Plans of municipalities; Assist in the management of human resources, finances and performance management in the Sub-directorate; Support Local Government processes. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr SW Carstens at (021) 937 6309 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT: MUNICIPAL PERFORMANCE MONITORING AND SUPPORT REF NO: LG 2018-48 
SALARY : R242 475 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus a Secretarial/Office Administration Diploma/ Certificate; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in rendering support services to Senior Management. Recommendations: Ability to work effectively in a very dynamic office; Stress tolerance; Willingness to work irregular hours; Ability to liaise with diverse people; Attention to detail. Competencies: Good interpersonal and decision-making skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Advanced computer literacy skills; Customer service orientation; Office management; Organising and planning skills; Problem solving skills; High level of reliability. 
 
DUTIES : Provide a secretarial/ receptionist support service to the manager; Render administrative support services; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings; Supports the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget; Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application there-of is properly understood. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms E Barnard at (021) 483 6126 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT REF NO: LG 2018-58 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R242 475 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus a Secretarial/Office Administration Diploma/ Certificate; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in rendering support services to Senior Management. Recommendations: Willingness to work irregular hours; A valid (Code B) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of financial management and understanding of regulations/policies/prescripts and procedures; Procurement processes; Understanding of functioning, systems and processes of government; Good interpersonal skills; Communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy in MS Office (Tech savvy); Excellent organisational and time management skills; Organising and planning skills; Ability to work under pressure; Telephone etiquette; Accuracy and attention to detail; Customer service orientation. 
 
DUTIES : Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the manager; Managing the diary and organising meetings and appointments, often controlling access to the manager; Typing, compiling and preparing reports, presentations, correspondence and other administrative duties; Managing databases and filing systems; Booking and arranging travel, transport and accommodation; Supports the manager with the administration of the budget; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings; Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms B Ohlson at (021) 483 4929 at Finance / Ms U Otto at (021) 483 4926 at Public Participation
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 

 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT: INTEGRATED SERVICE DELIVERY REF NO: LG 2018-56 
SALARY : R242 475 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus a Secretarial/Office Administration Diploma/ Certificate; A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in rendering support services to Senior Management. Recommendations: A valid (Code B) driving licence; Ability to work effectively in a very dynamic office; Willingness to work irregular hours; Ability to liaise with diverse people; Ability to work effectively in a very dynamic office; Attention to detail. Competencies: Good interpersonal and decision-making skills; Communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy; Customer service orientation; Organizing and planning. 
 
DUTIES : Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the manager; Render administrative support services; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings; Supports the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget; Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms H Mbebe at (021) 483 0609 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: EDEN (RIVERSDALE) REF NO: LG 2018-50 
SALARY : R196 407 per annum (Level 06) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); Minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in community development. Recommendations: Community Development Learnership Certificate; Volunteer work benefiting communities; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation; guidelines; standards; procedures and best practices in the public services; Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning; Existing service delivery levels in the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Inform and assist communities with access to services provided by government; Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery; Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required; Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr M Bell at (021) 483 3039 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: CENTRAL KAROO (PRINS ALBERT) REF NO: LG 2018-51 
SALARY : R196 407 per annum (Level 06) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); Minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in community development. Recommendations: Community Development Learnership Certificate; Volunteer work benefiting communities; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation; guidelines; standards; procedures and best practices in the public services; Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning; Existing service delivery levels in the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Inform and assist communities with access to services provided by government; Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery; Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required; Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr M Bell at (021) 483 3039 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER: CAPE WINELANDS (ROBERTSON) REF NO: LG 2018-52 
SALARY : R196 407 per annum (Level 06) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); Minimum of 3 years’ proven experience in community development. Recommendations: Community Development Learnership Certificate; Volunteer work benefiting communities; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation; guidelines; standards; procedures and best practices in the public services; Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning; Existing service delivery levels in the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Inform and assist communities with access to services provided by government; Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery; Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required; Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr M Bell at (021) 483 3039 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co