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 : 09 November 2026

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. 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

STATE LAW ADVISOR: LEGAL GOVERNANCE REF NO: DOTP 26/2026R1 (X3 POSTS) 

SALARY : LP 7: R970 221 - R1 045 197 per annum; (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed). 

LP 8: R1 138 698 - R1 600 893 per annum; (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed). 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An LLB-Degree with admission as an Advocate or Attorney; LP 7: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate practical post qualification legal experience; LP 8: A minimum of 9 years' appropriate practical post qualification legal experience; A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Constitutional Law, PAJA, PAIA, POPIA, Interpretation of Statues; Procurement and tendering processes; Relevant legislation, case law litigation trends as well as thorough understanding of the regulatory framework, policies and best practices that influence line functions. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation and facilitation skills; Project Management. 

DUTIES : Render legal training to departments, public entities and municipalities; Render legal research and advisory services on governance matters, including proactive counsel to the executive and departments; Render legal governance assessments and reporting services to provincial departments and entities; Render transversal legal governance service in respect of the Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and other constitutional legislation; Review and maintain delegations for members of the executive and departments. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms S van Aarde Tel No: (021) 483 8433 

PROGRAMME MANAGER: (E-GOVERNMENT FOR CITIZENS) REF NO: DOTP 24/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/Bachelor's); a minimum of 3 years on a middle management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience in the following: legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; manage projects; implement operational management practices; implement mentoring and coaching practices; manage national and provincial human resources, financial management and supply chain management instruments and legislation; support and implement national and provincial policies of the government of the day; understand and support provincial government functions and services; manage the statutory framework governing the broad management of the public service; manage staff performance management systems; manage disciplinary and grievance procedures; Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions; Other: conduct analysis; perform benchmarking; apply conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; conduct diagnostic assessments; facilitate and provide process consultation; influence stakeholders; implement innovative problem-solving; design interventions; conduct interviews; provide leadership; listen effectively; mentor and coach; motivate staff and stakeholders; negotiate effectively; build and maintain professional networks; plan and organise activities; deliver presentations; conduct research; build effective teams; maintain strong interpersonal relationships. 

DUTIES : Guide the maintenance and enhancement of citizen digital engagement across WCG channels; Provide residence with the necessary infrastructure and skills development opportunities to and use access government services using technology; Deliver efficient, citizen-centred services across digital channels; Provide a data and reporting service for WCG digital channels; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate; Manage people and finance. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr C wakeford Tel No: (021) 483 3528 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FORENSIC INVESTIGATIONS REF NO: DOTP 103/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government. 

REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 7 or equivalent in Commerce / Law / Auditing / Forensics / BCom IT or Informatics, or another relevant qualification. A minimum of 3 years’ relevant middle-management experience, or 6 years operational experience in a forensic investigation, governance or related environment, with practical experience in conducting and reporting on forensic investigations. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions; use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; conduct data analytics and use digital forensic tools, including Audit Command Language, IBM i2 Analyst’s Notebook, Intella or similar tools, to collect, analyse and preserve evidence; manage projects; implement operational management practices; manage procurement and tendering processes; develop, implement, monitor and review policies and operational processes; manage modern systems of governance and administration; manage public service procedures, processes and systems; understand regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; understand Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; manage public finance, human resources and related administrative processes; implement the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations and other applicable financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; understand the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments and related functional areas; support the policies of the government of the day; manage Labour Relations legislation and regulations; manage performance management processes; Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; perform literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions; perform legal administration; conduct forensic investigations and analysis; Other: conduct forensic interviews and evaluate evidence; draft forensic reports, legal documents and presentations; analyse, interpret and conceptualise complex information; solve problems; collect, analyse and visualise large datasets and draw appropriate conclusions; negotiate, resolve conflicts, consult and liaise with stakeholders; use digital forensic tools, data analytics and relevant forensic IT applications; plan and organise activities; conduct quality assurance; manage projects; manage people; coach and mentor staff; manage performance; work effectively under pressure; manage ambiguity; maintain confidentiality, independence, ethical conduct and professional standards. 

DUTIES : Manage forensic investigation intake, assessment, planning and prevention support; Manage and quality assure the execution of forensic investigations and lifestyle investigations / audit; Manage investigation reporting, recommendations and case finalisation; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the allocated departments; People Management; Financial Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms W Hansby Tel No: (021) 483 4593. 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TRANSVERSAL WORK ORGANISATION CAPACITY ENABLEMENT REF NO: DOTP 114/2026 

SALARY : R932 292 - R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Social Sciences, Humanities, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Psychology, Public and Business Management Science or related; A minimum of 3 years middle-management level experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Organisational performance as they relate to the field of organisation development; Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; 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 needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting Finance and Audit; Analytical; Data analysis and interpretation; ICT Systems Awareness; Data driven decision making; Benchmarking; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation; Diagnostic; Facilitation and process consultation; Influencing; Innovative problem-solving; Intervention design; Interviewing; Leadership; Listening; Mentoring and coaching; Motivation; Negotiation; Networking; Planning and organising; Presentation; Research; Team building and strong inter-personal. 

DUTIES : Lead departmental work organisation capacity services; Lead transversal job design services; Lead transversal organisation design and alignment; Manage transversal service delivery initiatives; Manage client relationship and projects; Plan and manage the work of and account for overall performance of the sub-directorate; People and Financial Management ; It will be advantageous to have the following: Experience in Business Process Management; 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.

ENQUIRIES : Nicole Smith Tel No: (021) 466 9542 

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: COLLECTIVE BARGAINING REF NO: DOTP 105/2026 

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

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of 3-year post-school qualification; a minimum of 5 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Administer and interpret relevant employee and labour relations prescripts, including the Employment of Educators Act, 76 of 1998, Public Service Act, 1994, South African Schools Act, 84 of 1996, Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), 75 of 1997, and applicable resolutions and collective agreements pertaining to educators and public servants; manage modern labour relations processes, methods and techniques; manage requirements arising from labour-related legislation; manage grievances, disciplinary and misconduct procedures; conduct and manage negotiations; implement the policies and priorities of the government of the day at provincial and national level; Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform legal administration; Other: provide leadership; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; analyse information; solve problems; make sound decisions; facilitate and deliver presentations; resolve conflicts; plan and organise activities; negotiate effectively. 

DUTIES : Provide support to Institutional Management and Labour Committees (IMLCs); Facilitate and coordinate the representation and employer function in the collective bargaining process; Implement and monitor the application of collective agreements; Facilitate the execution of organisational rights of unions; People management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms H Erusmus Tel No: (021) 483 3534 

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: JOB DESIGN AND EVALUATION REF NO: DOTP 104/2026 

SALARY ; R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF Level 6 or equivalent; a minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Health Professions Act, 1974; HPCSA Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Psychometrists; Employment Equity Act, 1998; Labour Relations Act, 1995; POPIA, 2013; PAJA, 2000; PAIA, 2000; HPCSA policies and training requirements; classification of psychological tests; SIOPSA code of practice; Continuous Professional Development requirements; Maintenance of professional registration through participation in Continuous Professional Development; Culture and leadership theory and models; organisational performance and organisation development; public management theory and practice; mentoring/coaching; research methods and statistics; statutory public-service framework; Skills in the following: Analytical and critical reasoning; basic numeracy; conceptual and interpretive skills; diagnostic and innovative problem-solving skills; Planning and organising; project management; research skills; proficiency in MS Office and assessment-centre related systems; Strong verbal and written communication, report writing and presentation skills; interviewing and listening skills; Interpersonal, networking, conflict-management, negotiation, persuading and influencing, mentoring and coaching skills. 

DUTIES : Provide and support departmental work organisation capacity improvements; Provide a job design service; Provide transversal organisation design and alignment service; Provide and facilitate transversal service delivery and Batho Pele services; Provide input and support with practice enablement and development. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms McClusky at 074 905 8302 

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: DEPARTMENTAL WORK ORGANISATION CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DOTP 107/2026 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Organisational performance as they relate to the field of organisation development; Organisation development theory, practice, and techniques regarding organisation design, process development and improvement and behaviour; 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 needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Analytical skills; Benchmarking skills; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; Diagnostic and intervention design skills; Facilitation and presentation skills; Influencing, negotiation and motivation skills; Innovative problem-solving skills; Interviewing and listening skills; Mentoring and coaching skills. 

DUTIES : Provide and support departmental work organisation capacity improvements; Provide a job design service; Provide transversal organisation design and alignment services; Provide and facilitate transversal service delivery and Batho Pele initiatives; Provide input and support with practice enablement and development. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr D Heynes Tel No: (021) 466 9503 

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: DEPARTMENTAL WORK ORGANISATION CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT REF NO: DOTP 110/2026 (VARIOUS POSTS AVAILABLE ON 12-MONTH CONTRACT) 

SALARY : R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Organisational performance as they relate to the field of organisation development; Organisation development theory, practice, and techniques regarding organisation design, process development and improvement and behaviour; 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 needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Analytical skills; Benchmarking skills; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; Diagnostic and intervention design skills; Facilitation and presentation skills; Influencing, negotiation and motivation skills; Innovative problem-solving skills; Interviewing and listening skills; Mentoring and coaching skills. 

DUTIES : Provide and support departmental work organisation capacity improvements; Provide a job design service; Provide transversal organisation design and alignment services; Provide and facilitate transversal service delivery and Batho Pele initiatives; Provide input and support with practice enablement and development. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr R Johnson at 083 576 1160 

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER: TRANSVERSAL WORK ORGANISATION CAPACITY ENABLEMENT REF NO: DOTP 33/2026 R1 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : R413 001- R486 501 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Organisational performance as they relate to the field of organisation development; Organisation development theory, practice and techniques regarding organisation design, process development and improvement and behaviour; Understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Understanding of project management; Working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Operational management practices; Understanding of 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 needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Written and verbal communication skills; Project Management; Analytical skills; Benchmarking skills; Conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; Diagnostic and intervention design skills; Facilitation and presentation skills; Influencing, negotiation and motivation skills; Innovative problem-solving skills; Interviewing and listening skills; Mentoring and coaching skills. 

DUTIES : Provide and support departmental work organisation capacity improvements (Supporting organisational diagnostics and implementing organisation design, business process improvement and OD interventions); Provide a job design service (Supporting job design and job evaluation processes, including developing competency-based job descriptions and assisting with job evaluation activities); Provide transversal organisation design and alignment services (Supporting organisation design work and alignment of structures, mandates and processes across departments); Provide and facilitate transversal service delivery and Batho Pele initiatives (Supporting the implementation of service delivery improvement initiatives, including Batho Pele-related activities and reporting); Provide input and support with practice enablement and development (Contributing to the development, maintenance and application of OD tools, methodologies, systems and information management). 

ENQUIRIES : Mr B Opperman at Brian.Opperman@westerncape.gov.za

PERSAL CONTROLLER: PERSAL AND ESTABLISHMENT CONTROL REF NO: DOTP 113/2026 

SALARY : R413 001 - R486 501 per annum (Level 08) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years Payroll and people management experience. Competencies: Knowledge in the following: Interpret and implement applicable policies; administer the Code of Remuneration and Occupational Specific Dispensation (OSD); administer national and provincial human resource management instruments, legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures, including the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act; perform basic financial administration in accordance with applicable prescripts; operate the PERSAL system, including Establishment, Personnel Administration, Salary Administration, Service Terminations and Leave Administration; Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; Other: solve problems; communicate effectively; write and compile documentation; conduct analytical thinking; plan and organise activities; resolve conflicts; implement policies and assess their impact on systems; deliver presentations and facilitate discussions; monitor, evaluate and report on activities.

DUTIES : Update and maintain PERSAL system & Facilitate PERSAL training, System Change Control (SCC), Audit of PERSAL transactions and the coordination of system enhancement; Administer establishment functions; Administer user PERSAL functions for 11 Departments.; Execution of various PERSAL reports; People Management. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms E Sawall Tel No: (021) 483 9862 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: TRANSVERSAL PEOPLE CAPACITY ENABLEMENT REF NO: DOTP 108/2026 (X2 POSTS) 

SALARY : R237 453- R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Knowledge: Perform clerical duties and administrative practices, including data capturing, basic computer operations and statistics collection; administer the legislative framework governing the Public Service; perform work procedures relevant to the working environment; Skills: perform administration and coordination functions; manage information and records; manage data and reporting; perform financial administration; manage procurement and assets; communicate effectively and provide stakeholder service; plan and organise activities; maintain attention to detail. 

DUTIES : Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Provincial Assessment Centre (PAC), including correspondence, document management, enquiries and routine office administration; Coordinate and support assessment logistics by preparing materials, arranging venues, maintaining attendance records and assisting with assessment-related activities; Manage assessment databases and information systems by capturing, updating and maintaining candidate, assessment and reporting records. Maintain PAC records, filing systems and registers, ensuring accurate record keeping and document retrieval; Support human resource administration activities, including leave administration and personnel record management; Provide supply chain and procurement administration support, including quotations, purchasing processes, asset control and stationery management; Assist with financial administration, including expenditure tracking, invoice processing, travel and subsistence claims, petty cash and related financial records. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Jacobs Tel No: (021) 466 9739 

HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK: APPOINTMENTS AND COMPENSATION REF NO: DOTP 109/2026 

SALARY : R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Good understanding of the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to human resources management with specific reference to the Public Service Amendment Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act; Ability to capture data. Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Written and verbal communication; Good planning and organising skills; Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. 

DUTIES : Administer appointments and payroll matters which include the following: Appointments of OSD and non-OSD personnel including Interns/Apprenticeships and periodical appointments; Issuing of employment contracts and appointment letters; Proper record keeping of records; Acting allowances; Administer Personnel Suitability Checks; Administer electronic databases on appointments information. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms W Ponoyi-Dlabane Tel No: (021) 483 0832. 

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CLERK: ACQUISITION AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT REF NO: DOTP 112/2026 

SALARY : R237 453 - R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Basic knowledge of the following: Supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service; Work procedures in terms of the working environment. Skills in the following: Numeracy skills; Literacy skills; Language skills; Job Knowledge; Communication; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Computer Skills; Planning and organisation; Language; Good verbal and written communication skills. 

DUTIES : Render asset management clerical support; Render demand clerical support; Render acquisition clerical support; Render logistical support services. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. J Waterloo Tel No: (021) 483 9097