WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT VACANCIES

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.

OTHER POSTS
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DISASTER RECOVERY REF NO: LG 07/2024 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R444 036 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); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the disaster management, financial management, civil engineer or similar field. Recommendation: Experience in the following: Financial Management, Civil Engineering and Project Management; 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 (Act57 of 2002) as amended; Related policies and guidelines as well as applicable legislations; Understanding of the disaster management systems and procedures as applied in all three spheres of government with the focus on disaster recovery; Human Resource Management; Financial Management; Strategic Planning. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skill (written and verbal).
 
DUTIES : To assist with the co-ordination and facilitate: The disaster assessments and verification processes; The disaster relief, rehabilitation and reconstruction projects; The disaster debriefings/ post events analysis studies; The application, allocation and monitoring of disaster grants; To assist with input to the Disaster Management Plans; To assist with the strategic management planning, human resource management, performance management, risk management; To assist with the finances/budget of the sub-directorate in terms of the financial prescripts. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Chabana Tel No: (021) 937 6361 
 
 
 
 
 
LANGUAGE PRACTITIONER (GRAPHIC DESIGNER): LOCAL GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATION REF NO: LG 03/2024 
SALARY : R376 413 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 2 years relevant experience in graphic design and language. Recommendation: Supervisory 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. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Complete Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop); Editing and translation of documents; Graphic design; Print and reproduction principles; Videography; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Written and verbal communication; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Proofread and edit documentation ensuring brand compliancy; Liaise with freelance language practitioners and graphic designers; Quality check of work freelance language and graphic design practitioners to ensure look and tone of produced work adheres to the Western Cape Government brand guidelines; Quality check agency produced work ensuring brand compliance; Research, plan, conceptualise and produce internal and external (departmental and municipal)campaigns and publications for digital, social and print media; Assist with the development and creation of internal branding and corporate products; Assist with print production and specification development of communication materials; Perform administrative tasks. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Van Wyk Tel No: (021) 483 4443
 
 
 
 
 
 
ACCOUNTING CLERK: INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: LG 08/2024 
SALARY : R216 417 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Relevant experience in an internal control, auditing, or governance environment. A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence or alternatively people with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards (Public Financial Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury directives/instructions; Procurement and provisioning related tasks, prescripts, regulations, accounting officer system and delegations; Recordkeeping; Data capturing. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Written and verbal communication; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Accuracy; Planning and organisation; Basic numeracy skills; Ability to perform routine tasks.
 
DUTIES : Render clerical support services with regard to governance, assurance services and fraud and losses management; Evaluate the effectiveness of financial prescripts (perform pre and post audit inspections); Responsible for maintaining financial information and knowledge management (voucher control). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Solomons Tel No: (021) 4834566