WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. 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. 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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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LEGISLATION SUPPORT REF NO: LG 31/2023
SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years administrative experience. Recommendation: An appropriate tertiary qualification in a law related field. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Local government legislation; Legislative amendments; Municipal Structures Act; Municipal systems Act and applicable regulations; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Analytical skills; Interpersonal skills; Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising skills.
 
DUTIES : Assessing and submit appointment of senior managers in terms of sections 54A and 56 of the Municipal System Act and compile reports thereof; Instructing and coordinating on litigation for and against the department/MEC for Local Government and maintain the register thereof; Advice and research on legislation and provide verbal and written responses to relevant stakeholders; Maintain institutional integrity of municipalities by ensuring amendments of establishment notes; Publishing by-election notices and liaise and engage with relevant stakeholders pre and post local government election; Support the deputy director in ensuring legislative adherence in preparation towards a local government election; Responsible for the legal resource centre.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: GOOD GOVERNANCE, REF NO: LG 32/2023
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 Public Administration or related field; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in local government or public administration. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Constitution, local government dispensation legislation; Programme and project management; Political environment; Human resource management; Financial management; Anti-corruption policies and codes; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Planning and organising; Process design; Interface management; Conflict management; Strategic communication; Research; Ability to read the political environment; Advisory skills; Legal administration; Application of the law.
 
DUTIES : Combatting fraud and corruption; Implementation of measures in preventing fraud and corruption; Conduct training on fraud, corruption and ethics; Monitoring the functionality and establishment of fraud and risk committees and anti-corruption committees; Ensure that municipalities implement and have fraud prevention plans and anti-corruption plans; Support municipalities in strengthening measures to combat fraud and corruption; Supporting municipalities with the functionality of Municipal Public Accounts Committees (MPAC's); Assessing the functionality of MPAC's and conduct training for members of the MPAC; Ensure the enforcement of the code of conduct for councillors; Conduct training to councilors in terms of the code of conduct for councilors.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365