WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT VACANCIES

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NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. 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: DISASTER OPERATIONS REF NO: LG 01/2023 
SALARY : R1 105 383 per annum (Level 13), (all–inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree/ Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA in Disaster Management or related qualification; A minimum of 6 years relevant middle-management experience; A minimum of 3 years relevant disaster management experience; Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme for entry into the SMS upon appointment. Recommendation: A valid code B driving licence; Social Science Qualification; Project Management Certification. Competencies: Sound knowledge of emergency and disaster management concepts, programmes and practices; Core competencies: Strategic Capability and leadership; People Management and Empowerment; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management and Change Management; Skills: Ability to interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Ability to analyse, promote, facilitate and implement strategic planning; Ability to communicate at all levels and across sectors using various media, stakeholder engagement and to build and maintain working partnerships; Report writing, data acquisition and analysis; Knowledge Management; Service Deliver Innovation. 
 
DUTIES : To oversee the co-ordination, monitoring and support of the following: Disaster preparedness and response functions as specified in the Disaster Management Act; Disaster institutional capacity (IGR); Disaster recovery functions as specified in the Disaster Management Act; coordinates and contributes to the implementation of government’s disaster management policies, programs and projects; Human Resource Management; Sound Labour relations within the directorate; Financial Management; Participate in the strategic management and performance management processes; Strategic capability and leadership Disaster Management Intergovernmental relations; Disaster Preparedness and response; Disaster Recovery. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Deiner Tel No: (021) 937 6301

OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DISTRICT AND LOCAL PERFORMANCE MONITORING REF NO: LG 02/2023 
SALARY : R766 584 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B- Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Constitutional legislative an inter-governmental dispensation in South Africa; COGTA prescribed reporting procedures and national and provincial treasury directives; Financial and administrative systems and procedures of municipalities; Programmes and project planning and management; Council and political dynamics; Local government legislation; Skills needed: Analytical thinking; Conflict management; Organisational; Budgeting; Information systems and data base interrogation; Negotiation; Written and verbal communication; Ability to analyse data with a view to make assumptions and forecasts; Interpret annual financial statements; Analyse municipal budgets and financial management systems. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate and manage municipal information in the province; Monitor and evaluate municipal performance; Execute follow-up research arising from municipal performance reports; Prepare recommendations for municipal support and interventions; Assist in the drafting of annual municipal performance report in terms of section 47 of the Municipal Systems Act; Manage human resources and performance in the sub-directorate. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N Rylands Tel No: (021) 483 0646 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LEGISLATION SUPPORT REF NO: LG 07/2023 
SALARY : R766 584 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 (or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years management level experience. Recommendation: LLB graduate; Admitted as an Attorney. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Local government legislation; Finance; Purpose of the directorate; Functions of sub-direcroate within the directorate; Skills needed: Analytical; Interpersonal; Management; Written and verbal communication; Motivational; Conflict Management; Leadership. 
 
DUTIES : Maintain institutional functionality of municipalities; Maintain and amend establishment notes, due diligence of senior manager appointments in municipalities; Co-ordinate publication of by-elections; Co-ordinate pre and post local government preparation; Facilitating training to municipal councillors and officials on local government legislation; Advise on legislation; Administer legal resource centre; Human resource management; Financial management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr K Makan at Tel No: (021) 483 4365 
 
 

 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DISASTER RISK REDUCTION REF NO: LG 08/2023 
(12 Month Contract) 
SALARY : R393 711 per annum (Level 09), plus 37% in lieu of benefits 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree or higher) in Disaster Management, Environmental and Geographical studies or related fields; A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience. Recommendation: Working knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Competencies: Knowledge of the following; Disaster Management Act (Act 57 of 2002) and related policies and guidelines; Disaster management systems and procedures as applied in all three spheres of government with the focus in disaster risk reduction; Human Resource Management; Financial Management; Strategic Planning; Skills needed: Disaster risk reduction; Crisis management; Organisational; Project management; Negotiation; Information technology; Written and verbal communication; Ability to work under pressure (in emergency or disaster situations); Manage and lead people; Deal with the public; Motivated and focused; Decisiveness; Work independently. 
 
DUTIES : Assist in implementation of an early warning system for the drought and secondary hazards; Assist in the implementation of special intervention programmes for the drought and other hazards; Assist in the management of human resources, performance management and finances in the sub-directorate; Support the departments processes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Nokoyo Tel No: (021) 937 6359 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS REF NO: LG 06/2023 
(12 Months Contract Position) 
SALARY : R393 711 per annum (Level 09), plus 37% in lieu of service benefits 
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in local government, intergovernmental relations or stakeholder management environment. Recommendation: Knowledge and experience in project management, strategic management, human resource management and financial management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Constitutional, institutional and developmental circumstances of municipalities; Legislation and policy frameworks applicable to local government (Constitution, Municipal<br />Systems Act, Municipal Structures Act); Minute writing and report writing. Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc); Communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Rendering logistical and administrative support to the Intergovernmental component through compiling and providing input for operational plans (Project Plan, Standard Operating Procedures, Quarterly Performance Reports, Annual Performance Plan); Finalise minutes and draft resolution reports for submission iro Minister's and Mayoral Forum Technical Committee (MinMayTech), Minister's and Mayoral Forum (MinMay), Premier's Coordinating Forum (PCF), District Coordinating Forum Technical Committee (DCFTech) and District Coordinating Forum (DCF); Assist with the compilation of budget reports (monthly cashflow, Mid Term Expenditure Framework), track expenditure in line with the budget and procurement of all goods and services; Compilation and finalising of claims (S&T, cell phone, overtime); Controlling of Sub directorate assets (coordinating and submission of control verification & information), processing of invoices for payment; Attendance of MinMayTech, MinMay, PCF, Joint District Approach (JDA), Provincial and Municipal Interface ('Meet and Greet'), DCFTech and DCF as an when required; Follow up resolutions and key outcomes for Provincial and Municipal Interface ('Meet and Greet'), MinMayTech, MinMay and PCF 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N.J. Witbooi Tel No: (021) 483-4249 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING REF NO: LG 30/2022 R1 
SALARY : R393 711 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) majoring in Accounting; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience within Financial Accounting environment. Recommendation: Relevant financial accounting experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards; Financial systems such as Easyfile, Personnel and Salary Administration (PERSAL) and Basic Accounting System (BAS). Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office package (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Written and verbal communication; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Management of the following: Payments and clearing of accounts; Salary administration; Banking and Personnel. Assist with compilation of financial statements; Reporting. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms H Saul Tel No: (021) 483 2184 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: DISASTER RISK REDUCTION PLANNING REF NO: LG 04/2023 
(12 Month Contract Position) 
SALARY : R269 214 per annum (Level 07), plus 37% in lieu of service benefits 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant administration experience Recommendation: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A valid code B (or higher) driving licence. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. 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 risk reduction; Human Resource Management; Financial Management; Strategic planning; Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to work under pressure. 
 
DUTIES : Provide administrative support in the following areas: Risk reduction planning component; The management of a comprehensive disaster risk and vulnerability assessments; The establishment and maintenance of a Spatial Information System; The implementation of an early warning system; The implementation of special intervention programmes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J. van Schalkwyk Tel No: (021) 937 6353 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE REF NO: LG 03/2023 
(X2 Positions available for a 24 Month Contract Period in Tygerberg) 
SALARY : R181 599 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Minute taking experience. Competencies A good understanding of the following: Admin and filing procedures; Creation of spreadsheets; Project financial projections. Skills in the following: Computer literacy MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel); Written and verbal communication. Ability to work independently, in a team and under pressure. 
 
DUTIES : Provide administrative support to the section: Fire Brigade Services; Exercise the control expenditure; Assist with staff records and storeroom; Minute taking and logistical support at workgroups. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Page Tel No: (021) 937 6355 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SERVICE DELIVERY INTEGRATION REF NO: LG 09/2023 
(12 Month Contract Position) 
SALARY : R181 599 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Relevant experience. A valid code B (or higher) driving license. Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies Knowledge and understanding of the following: Provincial budgetary cycle and associate processes; Expenditure control processes; Administration systems including filing and record keeping; Stakeholder Management. Skills in the following: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Conceptual, analytical and formulation; Planning and organising; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Render project based logistical and administrative support including financial, human resource management, preparation and correspondence; Liaise with Provincial departments and all other stakeholders; Administer the database relating to projects; Proactively deal with all correspondence. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Mbadlanyana Tel No: (021) 483 9016