WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT 

 

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 : 15 June 2026 

 


NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

 

 

DIRECTOR: SPECIALISED SUPPORT REF NO: LG 09/2026 

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A B degree (NQF 7), with a legal focus as recognised by SAQA; 5 years’ middle or senior management experience. Competencies: Strategic Management; Change management; Programme and Project Management; People Management; Financial Management. 

 

DUTIES : Manage the provision of specialised functional and operational legal support to municipalities; Facilitate assessment investigations relating to corruption, fraud and maladministration; Initiate, coordinate and manage section 139 interventions including discretionary and/ or mandatory interventions; Strategic Management (including change management); People Management; Financial Management

 

ENQUIRIES : Dr S Greyling Tel No: (021) 4836126 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OTHER POSTS

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DISTRICT AND LOCAL PERFORMANCE MONITORING (MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE) REF NO: LG 04/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration; A minimum of 3 years middle management experience. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Municipal Systems Act (32 of 2000), Municipal Structures Act (117 of 1998), Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers (GN21, GG37245, 17 January 2014), Disciplinary Regulations for Senior Managers (GN344, GG34213, 21 April 2011); Procedures relating to Civil Litigation in High Court; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting; Finance/Audit; Legal. 

 

DUTIES : Effect and Maintain Amendment of Establishment Notices of Municipalities and evaluate municipal governance in terms of implementation of performance monitoring; Assess and analyse Reports from municipalities as to appointment of senior managers being consistent with Legislation and prepare submissions for MEC for Local Government; Collect, collate and validate data and information relating to Districts and Local Municipalities monitoring and outcomes in relation to Senior Management; Develop and regulate a framework for monitoring senior management vacancies and key indicators by districts and local municipalities; Provide input and advice on national and provincial policy and legislative processes affecting municipalities; Plan and manage the work responsibilities and account for the overall performance; People Management and Financial Management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365 

 

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. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: HUMAN RIGHTS REF NO: LG 11/2026 

SALARY : R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years administrative experience. Competencies: Working knowledge and understanding of the following: International, national, regional and provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to the specific field of human rights; Specialised field of gender, youth, disability, HIV/AIDS, children, older persons, substance abuse and social cohesion; Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Knowledge and understanding of the regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister Departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Good written and verbal communication; Project Management; Report Writing; Team Player; Ability to prioritize and handle high volume of work; Have a multidisciplinary approach; Listening skills. 

 

DUTIES : Mainstreaming of human rights concerns into the core functions of the Department (creating an enabling environment for implementation); Deliver special projects on human rights concerns (external focus); Guidance and assistance to Municipalities with the institutionalisation of Human Rights Concerns at Municipalities; Provide administrative support regarding the human rights functions within the component; General administration. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms P Ramnath Tel No: (021) 483 3333

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SPECIALISED SUPPORT REF NO: LG 12/2026 

SALARY : R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Financial Administration; Skills needed: Computer Literacy; Written and Verbal Communication; Administration; Analytical; Time management; Interpersonal; Organising and planning. 

 

DUTIES : Procurement of goods and services; Office Maintenance; Keeping and filing of Departmental for Directorate; Administrative Support; Relief Personal Assistant as and when required. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms Charnine Davids Tel No: (021) 483 2856 

 

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.