WESTERN CAPE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (WCED) 

 

APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted by using the following URL https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education via Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. The applicants are advised to read the foreword available on the WCED website before applying for the post/s. 

 

CLOSING DATE : 15 May 2026 


 

NOTE : Applications must be made via the department’s on-line E-Recruitment system. The on-line system will automatically generate a Curriculum Vitae; applicants are therefore required to ensure that their profiles are fully completed. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening and appointment is subject to positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered post the interview the application will not be considered for the post and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

 

 

DIRECTOR: POLICY COORDINATION REF NO: 171 

Directorate: Policy Co ordination 

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13). An all-inclusive salary package consists of a basic salary, and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs. 

CENTRE : Cape Town 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in policy analysis and research methodology. At least 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level within a policy development environment. Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS). Valid driver’s license. Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS). Knowledge of: Advanced knowledge of public policy analysis and public policy development processes advanced knowledge of strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration advanced knowledge of public finance, people management advanced knowledge of public communication, public education, public participation and public discourse management processes knowledge of public management theory and practice knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape knowledge of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector. Skills: Strong conceptual and formulation skills strong leadership skills in complex situations team building and strong interpersonal skills excellent verbal and written communication skills outstanding planning, organising and people management skills computer literacy. Personal attributes: A highly developed interpretative and conceptualisation/ formulation ability the ability to render advice and guidance in an objective and dedicated manner the ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances he ability to persuade and influence the ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers. 

 

DUTIES : Line Management Function: Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Initiate and evaluate request for policy development Facilitate policy alignment within the department Manage the policy register Facilitate the policy communication process Provide expert advice and support on policy development Facilitate the legislative process of primary and secondary statutory policy Strategic Management( including Change Management). People Management. Financial Management. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr I de Vega Tel No: (021) 467 9323 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIRECTOR: INSTITUTIONAL RESOURCE SUPPORT REF NO: 172 

Directorate: Institutional Resource Support 

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13). An all-inclusive salary package consists of a basic salary, and the employer's contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs. 

CENTRE : Cape Town 

 

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. At least 5 years' experience at a middle/senior managerial level, valid driver's license. Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS). Knowledge of: Advanced knowledge of public policy analysis and public policy development processes advanced knowledge of strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration advanced knowledge of public finance, people management advanced knowledge of public communication, public education, public participation and public discourse management processes knowledge of public management theory and practice knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape knowledge of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector. Skills: Strong conceptual and formulation skills strong leadership skills in complex situations team building and strong interpersonal skills excellent verbal and written communication skills outstanding planning, organising and people management skills computer literacy. Personal attributes: A highly developed interpretative and conceptualisation/ formulation ability the ability to render advice and guidance in an objective and dedicated manner the ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances the ability to persuade and influence the ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers. 

 

DUTIES : Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Manage the planning and delivery of LTSM to learning sites Manage the planning and coordination of LTSM in line with future infrastructure needs Facilitate the delivery of LTSM Monitor and evaluate LTSM Manage the planning and implementation of LTS Manage the planning and coordination of the LTS Ensure the delivery of LTS Monitor and evaluate LTS Manage the planning and delivery of equipment to learning sites Manage the planning and coordination of equipment in line with future infrastructure needs Facilitate the delivery of equipment in line with infrastructure requirements Monitor the delivery of equipment to learning sites Strategic Management (including change management). People Management. Financial Management 

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms L Mc Glenatendolf Tel No: (021) 467 2021