WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING REF NO: LG 04/2024 
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Town Planning, Development Studies, Public Management or related field; A minimum of 3 years management level experience in integrated development planning or local government planning; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendation: Registration with SA Council for Planners as a Professional Planner. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial Management; IDP policy, legislation and guiding manuals; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy (MS Office packages); Project Management; Presentation and facilitation; Customer, client, liaison pr networking skills; Financial Management; Negotiation. 
 
DUTIES : Assess the quality of municipal integrated development plans; Monitor and report on annual municipal integrated development planning review and implementation; Assist in national and provincial budget planning and alignment with the municipal with municipal IDPs; Provide integrated development planning support; Assist in sector planning support initiatives; Provide access to integrated development planning, training and capacity building; Maintain an integrated development planning document database in paper and electronically that is accessible to all spheres of government. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Zamxaka Tel No: (021) 483 4449 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SPECIALISED SUPPORT (LEGAL INVESTIGATIONS) REF NO: LG 06/2024 
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A recognised 4-year legal qualification or LLB; A minimum of 8 years experience in providing legal support; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: 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 local government law, criminal law and administrative law; Certified Fraud Examiner designation or similar investigative experience into municipalities. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, acts, prescripts, legislation and procedures; Legislation pertaining to forensic investigations; Interpretation of legislation; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Interpersonal; Analytical thinking; Analysing and fact finding; Proven computer literacy; Project management; Ability to take statements during investigations; Ability to compile accurate and complete forensic reports based on facts determined during investigation; Display professional and ethical conduct in a diverse working environment. 
 
DUTIES : Case/Project planning and conducting investigations; Case closure and finalisation; Reporting on fraud, theft, corruption risks and control issues; Liaise with stakeholders and proactive investigations; Performance and information management and reporting; Manage the operation of the sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Adv G Birch Tel No: (021) 483 3113 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SPECIALISED SUPPORT (INVESTIGATIONS) REF NO: LG 05/2024 
SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Commerce, Law, Auditing, Forensics or related field; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence .NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: Experience in conducting investigations into economic crime within the public sector; A professional designation relevant to the forensic profession. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable legislation, prescripts, policies, acts and procedures; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising; Communication (written and verbal); Project management; Problem solving; Ability to work independently and within a team. 
 
DUTIES : Plan, conduct, assess and report on investigations in terms of Section 106 of Systems Act and the Western Cape Monitoring and Support of Municipalities Act; Performance and information management and reporting; Perform an oversight role over expenditure in terms of the procurement of service providers and consultants. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Louw Tel No: (021) 483 9071