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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT 
 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 18 November 2019 
 
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online 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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202 
 
 
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RISK REDUCTION PLANNING REF NO: LG 2019-35 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (Level 11) (All-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 

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REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years relevant management level experience in the field of Disaster Management. Recommendation Registered as a Disaster Management Practitioner with the Disaster Management Institute of Southern Africa (DMISA) as recognised by SAQA (South African Qualification Authority); Willingness to work irregular hours and overtime in emergency situation. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Disaster Management Act (Act 57 of 2002) as amended and related policies and guidelines; Good understanding of Disaster Management Programmes and services implemented; Project planning, management and coordination; Audit principles and the PFMA; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and basic GIS; Ability to work under pressure in high risk areas (emergency or disaster situations); Ability to manage/lead people; Decisiveness; Ability to work independently and within a team. 
 
DUTIES : Management of: An Indicative Disaster Risk Profile; Comprehensive disaster risk and vulnerability assessments; Provide Municipal Disaster Management Centre’s with support in maintaining a credible risk profile; The establishment and maintenance of Geographical Information System; Implementation of disaster Early Warning System and special intervention programmes for high risk hazards; Manage human resources and related functions as well as the finances in the sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Carstens at Tel No: (021) 937 6309