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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF THE PREMIER 
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025 
 

NOTE : 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. 
 
 
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC ICT SERVICES REF NO: DOTP 69/2025 
SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level. Competencies: Expert knowledge of ICT as an enabling tool for systems development / ICT training / IT security / infrastructure and networks / business and systems analysis / Architecture and frameworks; Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management; Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration; Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day. 
 
DUTIES : Strategic Management: Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Chief Directorate; Drive the Chief Directorate’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Chief Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the Chief Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Deputy Director-General on a regular basis on the activities of the Chief Directorate and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Chief Directorate, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Chief Directorate, and the Department; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Chief Director. Line Management: Ensure that the digital government strategy, digital transformation plan and other ICT policies, strategies and frameworks are reviewed as required; Provide thought leadership on digital innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies; Develop and coordinate implementation of provincial ICT strategies, policies, and frameworks in alignment with the Western Cape Government’s (WCG) strategic goals and apex priorities; Lead, direct and coordinate the development of the provincial digital government strategy and Digital Transformation Plan; Ensure the strategic provincial ICT planning and business analysis services are provided to all relevant stakeholders within the Western Cape Government; Ensure strategic alignment of ICT Services with departmental and Provincial business objectives; Ensure that standards and structure for the governance of provincial macro ICT processes are developed, implemented and monitored; Direct the development of plans to identify and address digital government and other ICT- related risks to the Province, including e.g. Business Continuity Plans and Audit risks; Lead the development of the WCG’s Enterprise architecture (EA) blueprint; Ensure alignment of all major ICT initiatives to EA standards, strategic outcomes, and business requirements; Ensure benefit and value are derived from the WCG’s ICT investment; Drive continuous improvement, impact measurement, and results-based management; Ensure branch finances (budget & expenditure) are in alignment with priorities; Ensure branch procurement is managed throughout the procurement cycle, inclusive of proper contract management practices, to derive maximum value. People Management and Empowerment: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Chief Directorate’s Business Plan; Motivate, train and guide employees within the Chief Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Chief Directorate. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Chief Directorate level; Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Chief Directorate; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Chief Directorate’s budget and expenditure; Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Chief Directorate are kept in accordance with the prescribed norms and standards. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. E Samaai - Egsaan.Samaai@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
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: TRANSVERSAL ICT INFRASTRUCTURE OPERATIONS AND SERVICES REF NO: DOTP 38/2025 
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification on NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Competencies: Proven knowledge of ICT as an enabling tool for development / ICT training, systems and security / Infrastructure and networks / Business and Systems analysis / Architecture and frameworks; Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management; Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration; Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day. 
 
DUTIES : Line Management: Promote effective management of information and technology as a strategic resource; Plan and manage the implementation of solutions, systems and infrastructure; Render departmental specific infrastructure technology services; Provide server and Wide Area Network (WAN) and Local Area Network (LAN) infrastructure services; Manage data centre, facility facilities and Business Continuity Plan/Disaster Recovery services; Provide regional shared infrastructure coordination and support; Manage departmental contracts and service level agreements with service providers. Strategic Management: Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate; Drive the Directorate’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuous basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards; Report to the Chief Director on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational management support; Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it; Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Directorate, and the Department; Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Director. People Management and Empowerment: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s strategic and business plans; Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level; Ensure the preparation of the annual and adjustment budgets for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. E Alexander - Evan.Alexander@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
 
 
 
 
 





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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PERFORMANCE ADMINISTRATION REF NO: DOTP 55/2025 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 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 3 years supervisory level experience in human resource environment. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Staff Performance Management System; Monitoring and Coaching practices; Human Resource Management; Constitution of RSA; Public Service Act and Regulations; Employment Equity Act; Basic Conditions of Employment Act; Labour Relations Act; White Paper on Transformation & Batho Pele Principals; White Paper on Service Delivery in the Public Service; Skills Development Act; Human Rights Practices; People Management; Skills Development Strategy of the Public Service; Disciplinary Codes and Procedures; Collective Agreements; SPMS; Public Finance Management Act. Skills needed: 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); Leadership and Motivation skills; Research skills; Analytical skills; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; Planning and organising skills; Project management skills; Innovative problem solving skills; Conflict resolution skills; Negotiation skills; Influencing skills; Listening skills. 
 
DUTIES : Facilitates and administers probation and performance management, communication thereof, training and information dissemination within departments and track performance management events and activities against the performance management timetable of the department and compile regular progress reports; Facilitate, guide and administer the performance agreements, quality assurance, assessments and moderation of Head of Departments and senior managers as well as within; Provide training and assist SMS members and other employees with PERMIS enquires; Provide a performance advisory service, administrative and operational support to people managers and employees for alignment of individual and departmental performance results and liaise with other Departments (provincial and national) on performance management and probation related matters; Provide a performance advisory service and support people managers with performance related consequence management, the management of poor performance, incapacity, incapacity due to ill health, operational incapacity; Regularly provide input, review and update policies, SOPs, methodologies for the Performance Administration and Performance Consulting Unit; Manage and supervise staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Viljoen Tel No: (021) 483 4375 
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
 
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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND WELLNESS REF NO: DOTP 67/2025 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher) in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Industrial or Organisational Psychology or related field of study; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policies and frameworks regarding to employee wellness programmes in government; Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies; Latest advances in employee health and wellness theory and practice; Statutory framework governing the broad management of the Public Service; Employee health and wellness theory, practice and techniques; Appreciative inquiry; Project management; Monitoring and evaluation tools; Supply Chain Management Procedures and Contract Management regarding vendor invoices, payments and expenditure; Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) Programme monitoring and evaluation; Contract management and Supply Chain Management Procedures. Skills: Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal); Consulting and networking. 
 
DUTIES : Communication and awareness of EHW services and programme; Management of EHW advisory services, EHW Project plans; Develop relevant EHW governance and standards; Management of Supply Chain Management Procedures and Contract Management; Supervising the EHW Practitioner(s). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Gallie Tel No: (021) 466 9704 
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
 
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.
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: ORGANISATIONAL DESIGN REF NO: DOTP 13/2025 R1 
SALARY : R397 116 - R467 790 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) in Social Sciences/ Humanities/ Industrial Psychology/ Public Management and Business Management; A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Latest advances in public management and industrial psychology theory and practice; Statutory framework governing the broad management of the Public Service; Policies of the government of the day (national and provincial); Provincial government functions and services; Intergovernmental relations; Organisation development theory, practice and techniques; Systems theory; Key elements/determinants of organisational performance as they relate to the field of organisation development including diagnostic and intervention processes and techniques; Key elements of organisational behaviour (such as leadership styles, interpersonal relations, power and politics, decision making, conflict, problem solving and ethics); The Equate/Evaluate Job Evaluation System; Group dynamics (roles and stages of group development); Project management; Benchmarking; Appreciative inquiry; Research methods/statistics (action research, quantitative and qualitative). Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Research; Analytical; Diagnostic; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation; Networking; Planning and organising; Project management; Intervention design; Innovative problem-solving; Benchmarking and Facilitation. Abilities: Function as a self-managing employee; Team player (including the ability to function in multi-functional teams); Interpretive and conceptualisation/formulation; Render advice and guidance in an objective yet dedicated manner; Multi-task, including simultaneous execution of two or more projects; Function under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances; 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 an Organisation Development service by executing and implementing Org Design and OD interventions by means of facilitation, group problem solving, capacity building and other appropriate OD techniques including areas Job evaluation, business process redesign and change management interventions; Contribute to the rendering of macro and transversal organisation design services; Document and report on OD interventions; Contribute to the facilitation of mandatory transversal service delivery and Batho Pele initiatives; Contribute to the optimisation, enablement and maintain organisation development methodologies, tools and techniques and provide input into the Directorate’s information management system and database with specific reference to OD interventions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Johnson Tel No: (021) 466 9500 
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
 
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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025









​SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CLERK: ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOTP 07/2025 R1 

SALARY : R228 321- R268 950 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); Supply Chain Management Prescripts; Financial Accounting; Asset Management framework; Relevant systems (Asset Management sections) or any Other Asset Management system. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, outlook); Written and verbal Communication; Client and goal oriented; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Assist with asset disposal; Barcoding of Assets; Perform physical asset verifications; Attend to asset movements; Updating of the asset register; Arrange meetings; Provide support to line function (Customer Care); It will be advantageous to have experience in an asset management environment; storeroom environment; Inventory management environment. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr W Brits Tel No: (021) 483 8187 
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
 
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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: TALENT SOURCING REF NO: DOTP 68/2025 
SALARY : R228 321 - R268 950 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Proven computer literacy in MS Word and Excel; Good planning and organising skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Interpersonal skill; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. It will be to your advantage if you have: Appropriate tertiary qualification; experience within a Human Resource/Recruitment environment; experience on an e-recruitment system; and A valid Code B (or higher) driving licence. 
 
DUTIES : Liaise with relevant stakeholders; General HR administration; Database Management; Capture and update expenditure in component; Knowledge of Recruitment and Selection Policies and Procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Jattiem Tel No: (021) 483 9063 
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
 
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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025 
 
 
 
 
 
GENERAL FOREMAN: PEOPLE TRAINING EMPOWERMENT FACILITIES (STELLENBOSCH) REF NO: DOTP 56/2025 R1 
12-Month Contract 
SALARY : R193 359- R227 766 per annum (Level 04), plus 37% in lieu of benefits 
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Stores; Gardening; Safety; Livestock; Tools; HR matters; 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. Skills needed: Planning and organising; Written and verbal communication skills; Interpersonal; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee the execution of routine activities in respect of the following: Maintenance of the buildings; Gardening and/or maintenance of grounds; Safety and security; Supervise and oversee the execution in respect of cleaning, safeguarding and maintenance issues. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Litshi Tel No: (021) 865 8077 
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
 
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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2025