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 complete a practical assessment and 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: THUSONG PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT (REGION B) REF NO: LG 32/2025 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 years National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3-years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Working experience with the 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; 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; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
 
DUTIES : Operational implementation of the Thusong Programme, Thusong Service Centres and Outreah Project; Monitor, evaluate and report on progress of the Thusong Programme; To assist with strategic management in terms of inputs and support to the sub-directorate; Managerial functions; Training and experience in Community Development will be advantageous. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Abigail Robinson Tel No: (021) 483 5106 or Ntombentsha Mbadlanyana Tel No: (021) 483 9016 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING REF NO: LG 30/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Basic knowledge of financial administration. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team Language and communication skills (written and verbal); Good telephone etiquette; Sound organisational skills; Do research and analyse documents and situations; Willingness to work irregular hours when required; It will be advantageous to have 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. 
 
DUTIES : Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director; Renders administrative support services; Provide support to the Director regarding meetings; Support the Director with the administration of the Directorate's budget; Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensures that the application thereof is understood. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R van Vuren Tel No: (021) 483 9077 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING REF NO: LG 31/2025 
SALARY : R228 321 - R268 950 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 in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal); Good telephone etiquette; Sound organisational skills; It will be advantageous to have 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. 
 
DUTIES : Provide administrative support to integrated development planning with regard to administrative, financial, human resource management and communication needs; Provide administrative support to IDP support actions to municipalities on integrated development planning; Provide administrative support to the Director and middle managers regarding meetings; Support middle managers with the administration; Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensures that the application thereof is understood. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr I Mckenzie Tel No: (021) 483 3683