WESTERN CAPE PROVINCIAL TREASURY

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 : 19 October 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

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICER: STRATEGIC AND OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT SUPPORT REF NO: PT 17/2026 

SALARY : R338 106 - R398 277 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience with the following: Interpret and implement 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 operational activities and processes; develop, implement, monitor and review policies and operational processes; manage modern systems of governance and administration; manage public service procedures, processes and systems; human resources and related administrative processes; support the policies of the government of the day; demonstrate job knowledge; communicate effectively; maintain effective interpersonal relationships; demonstrate flexibility; work effectively as part of a team; plan and organise activities and resources; Skills: perform numeracy functions; perform literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; maintain accurate records; Planning and Organising; Other: work independently; meet deadlines; work effectively under pressure. 

DUTIES : Assist with the coordination of appointment of members of prescribed departmental committees, nomination of statutory appointments and Nomination of departmental representative to transversal forums; Assist in the provision of logistical arrangements for prescribed departmental committees; Distribute general CSC communications /information as required and keep record of incoming and outgoing CSC correspondence; Assist in the collation of consolidated departmental inputs / reports to the CSC as required; Coordinate and render the following: Departmental training and development matters and render administrative support to line managers; Administrative support with service benefits within the department; Administrative support with the recruitment and selection processes within the department; Administrative support with the application and implementation of Staff Performance Management Systems applicable to all levels (PERMIS);Database management. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr B Damons Tel No: (021) 483 6127 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MFMA CO-ORDINATION REF NO: PT 35/2025 R1 

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

CENTRE : Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government 

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management, Financial Accounting or Management Accounting or related qualification; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting, budget and financial management environment; 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 of the following: Local government legislation, including the MFMA, Treasury regulations, accounting principles, and best practices; Division of Revenue Act (DoRA), the local government fiscal framework, and the flow of intergovernmental transfers and conditional grants; Familiarity with budget reform initiatives such as MSCOA, MFMA budget formats, and the Local Government Budget and Expenditure Review; Proficiency in interpreting in-year monitoring (IYM) reports, including the application of TIME and SIME data for oversight and support; Budget assessment frameworks related to conformance, credibility and sustainability; Financial oversight systems, including the use of tools like the LG Database, dashboards, and financial modelling platforms; Project management, procurement, and tendering processes within the public finance context; Policy development, implementation, and review in the public sector; Public administration, including principles of transparency, accountability, and good governance; Audit outcomes, internal controls, and governance practices that support clean municipal administration; Capacity building and institutional support approaches for improving municipal financial management; Familiarity with performance management systems, both at individual and organisational levels; Awareness of the strategic priorities of government and their implications for municipal budgeting and oversight. Skills needed: Financial analysis and interpretation; budget assessment and oversight; stakeholder engagement and intergovernmental coordination; effective written and verbal communication; planning and organising; leading teams and managing projects. 

DUTIES : Promote the implementation of the MFMA, strengthen intergovernmental coordination, foster stakeholder engagement and dissemination financial insights to improve municipal conformance and performance; In-year monitoring reports evaluated on the implementation of municipal budgets in order to enhance conformance, accountability, data integrity and efficiency in municipalities; Municipal budgets assessed against the refined framework for conformance, credibility, sustainability and remedial steps actioned; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the subdirectorate; Financial Management; It will be advantageous to have a BCom with Accounting / Audit as a major /Economics /Auditing /Public Management/Financial Information Systems (Majoring in Financial Accounting/Management Accounting. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr D Cronje Tel No: (021) 483 0390 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES REF NO: PT 22/2026 

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

CENTRE : Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government 

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

DUTIES : Render general clerical administrative support in planning processes; Provide clerical administrative support for service delivery; Render clerical support for reporting and performance information processes; Render general clerical administrative support for logistical and logistical services. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. K Veary Tel No: (021) 483-8214