WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER 

 

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

 

CLOSING DATE : 15 June 2026 

 


NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For 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

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: INVESTIGATIONS AND ADVICE REF NO: DOTP 56/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year Tertiary qualification (B-Degree or higher qualification) on NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Social and Administrative Sciences or related. A minimum of 3 - 5 years relevant Management experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Provincial executive support systems and services; Public communication, public education, public engagement and discourse management processes; Good corporate governance norms and standards; Strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes; People management processes; Financial management processes; Needs, interests and rights of children, and stakeholders within the sector; Critical issues and challenges which children face; Investigation and research processes; Advocacy; Child rights; Skills: Conceptualise and manage research/investigations initiatives; Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Understand and apply governance policies and procedures; Human resource planning; Problem solving; Sound Budgeting; Facilitation; Presentation; Report writing. 

 

DUTIES : Manage the initiation and conducting of investigations and enquiries into any matter within the scope of the Commissioner as aligned to the Western Cape Commissioner for Children Bill; Manage the initiation and conducting of research with regard to policies and legislation pertaining to children; Manage and investigate matters related to the mandate of the Commissioner; Establish a confidential and robust application mechanism for applications by the public regarding matters for investigation or research; Review/prepare documents to support the review of applications for investigation or research; Contact relevant stakeholders (such as families, schools, hospitals, children’s homes, places of safety, correctional facilities, police stations etc) relating to the issue of investigation, and conduct interviews, meetings or other engagements with them where necessary; Review/prepare reports upon the completion of an investigation for submission to the Commissioner for Children; Ensure that any reports to WCPP are submitted timeously; Provide information and advice on children’s rights to persons, institutions or organs of state in the Western Cape whose policies and practices relate to children; Promote lobbying on child rights issues within the Province; Report on the activities of the Children’s Commissioner; Perform managerial tasks with regard to the Sub Directorate. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. S Roberts Sarah.Roberts@westerncape.gov.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PEOPLE MANAGEMENT RECORDS REF NO: DOTP 59/2026 

SALARY : R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); a minimum of 5 years relevant experience in records management within the public sector; 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 and understanding of the following: Legislative and governance requirements related to records management, Provincial Archives and Records Service Act and National Archives and Records Service prescripts; records management standards; management principles and practices, retention scheduling and disposal authorisations; legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Project management; operational management practices; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; performance management in general; policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems. 

 

DUTIES : Responsible for the People Management (HR) Registry for all 11 Corporate Service Centre (CSC) client departments: Manage the safe-keeping, storage, retrieval and disposal of all people-management records for the CSC; Establish and maintain an electronic records management system. Management of the archiving/disposal processes. Management of the Document Control unit at the People Management Walk-in Centre. Provide a Messenger/collections/courier service; Plan for and distribute the work allocated to the People Management Registry; review existing, or develop, new procedures for the People Management Registry. Conduct a Risk Analysis for the registry functions. Maintain the registry risk register. Compile and maintain approved records classification system for paper-based and electronic records. Monitor and supervise the quantity and quality of outputs delivered by the registry. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms H Ward Tel No: (021) 483 5640

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHILDREN'S COMMISSIONER OFFICER: INVESTIGATIONS AND ADVICE REF NO: DOTP 57/2026 

SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year Tertiary qualification (National Diploma) on NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Social Sciences or related field. A minimum of 1-year relevant experience in a similar environment (Experience in Children rights, Youth and Community Development and Child protection). Competencies: Application and understanding of the following legislation: Provincial executive support systems and services; Public communication, public education, public engagement and discourse management processes; Good corporate governance norms and standards; Policies of the government of the day; Needs, interests and rights of children, and stakeholders within the sector; Critical issues and challenges which children face. Behavioural competencies: Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations; Working with stakeholders including children and the public; Persuading and Influencing; Analysis of data; Skills: Human resource planning; Problem solving skills; Sound Budgeting skills; Facilitation Skills; Presentation Skills; Report writing skills. 

 

DUTIES : Initiate investigations and resolve enquiries into service delivery efficiencies to Children in the Western Cape; Conduct research into policies and legislation pertaining to the well-being and rights of Children access to services; Report on the activities of the Children’s Commissioner; Provide information and advice on Children’s rights to persons, institutions or organs of state in the Western Cape whose policies and practices relate to Children; Prepare, assess and submit investigative reports and develop supporting interventions; Support the Western Cape Children’s Commissioner functions, and create awareness and understanding of Children’s rights with identified audiences; Support investigations related to the mandate of the Commissioner. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. S Roberts-Sarah.Roberts@westerncape.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

 

 

 

 

 

CHILDREN'S COMMISSIONER OFFICER: MONITORING AND AWARENESS REF NO: DOTP 58/2026 

SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year Tertiary qualification (National Diploma) on NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Social Sciences or related field. A minimum of 1-year relevant experience in a similar environment (Experience in Children rights, Youth and Community Development and Child protection). Competencies: Application and understanding of the following legislation: Provincial executive support systems and services; Public communication, public education, public engagement and discourse management processes; Good corporate governance norms and standards; Policies of the government of the day; Needs, interests and rights of children, and stakeholders within the sector; Critical issues and challenges which children face. Behavioural competencies: Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations; Working with stakeholders including children and the public; Persuading and Influencing; Analysis of data; Skills: Human resource planning; Problem solving skills; Sound Budgeting skills; Facilitation Skills; Presentation Skills; Report writing skills. 

 

DUTIES : Monitor, advocate and report on the wellbeing and level of service delivery to the Children within the Western Cape; Support the development and implementation of policies and strategic frameworks; Prepare, participate in and assess monitoring and evaluation exercises, program reviews and annual reviews; Report on the activities of the Children’s Commissioner; Support the Western Cape Children’s Commissioner functions; Create, organise and implement public awareness programmes, interventions and an understanding of Children’s rights with identified audiences; Provide information and advice on children’s rights to persons, institutions or organs of state in the Western Cape whose policies and practices relate to children; Support investigations related to the mandate of the Commissioner. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. S Roberts- Sarah.Roberts@westerncape.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co