WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT VACANCIES

​NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to 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.

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TRAINING COORDINATION REF NO: LG 12/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: Post graduate Diploma in Human Resource Development; Experience in training coordination within municipalities; Willingness to travel when required. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Skills development legislation; Strategic planning; Project management; Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Written and verbal communication; Presentation; Facilitation skills; Time management and Interpersonal skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Plan and coordinate initiatives for the department; Coordinate multi-stakeholder participation in implementing Provincial and National capacity building initiatives; Evaluate all training interventions; To liaise with relevant stakeholders on training and development interventions for the department; Information management and reporting. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Z Mtyoko Tel No: (021) 483 3565 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CDW ADMINISTRATION REF NO: LG 13/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ experience. Recommendation: Experience in the following: Financial management; Monitoring systems; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public sector; DLG KPAs; Monitoring and reporting procedures; Community development; Project management. Skills in the following: Computer literacy; Written and communication skills; Management skills; Conflict management; Interpersonal skills; Organising and planning skills. 
 
DUTIES : Identify the most common issues requiring support; Collate and coordinate relevant information on government services and programmes in conjunction with Cape Gateway that respond to the community issues identified in the reports; Develop appropriate communications materials to disseminate the information on available programmes; Design and develop resource base for CDWs by locating required information to enable them to do their work effectively; Active involvement in strategic planning processes of the Department; Identify gaps in legislation/policies regarding to dealing with cases and seek solutions thereto; Ensure adherence to all financial Acts and relevant prescripts and that the Directorate is not committed to any liability for which money has not been appropriated. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Bell Tel No: (021) 483 3039 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING REF NO: LG 14/2024 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in the Built Environment including Town/Urban Planning or Development studies or Public Management or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3 years experience in integrated development planning or development planning or local government planning. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Integrated Development Planning legislation and guiding manuals; Municipal integrated development planning, people-centered development, community-based participation processes; Strategic management processes including strategic planning and performance management within government including intersphere and cross-sector planning; Constitutional, institutional, and development circumstances of municipalities; Project management; Public Service procedures and regulations; Human resource management; Labour relations legislation; Skills development act; Financial management regulations. Skills in the following: Problem-solving; Computer literacy in MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Written and verbal communication; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Recommendation: Working knowledge of the following: Integrated Development Planning policy, legislation and guiding manuals; Financial Management. 
 
DUTIES : Assessing the quality of Integrated Development Plans (IDPs); Monitor and report on annual integrated development planning, review and implementation; Assist in national and provincial budget planning alignment with municipal IDPs; Provide integrated development planning support; Assist in sector planning support initiatives; Provide access to integrated development planning training and capacity building to municipalities and related stakeholders; Maintain an integrated development planning document database in paper format and electronic media that is accessible to all three spheres of government. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. I Mckenzie Tel No: (021) 483 3683 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LEGISLATION DEVELOPMENT REF NO: LG 15/2024 
(Contract ending 31 March 2027) 
SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09), plus 37% in lieu of benefits 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration or Law; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Public Law. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Local government legislation; The Constitution and local government dispensation legislation; Drafting of legislation; Programme and project management; Political environment; Financial management; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Analytical thinking; Interpersonal; Conflict management; Leadership; Research. 
 
DUTIES : Development, rationalisation and review of local government legislation; Research areas of potential legislation regarding local government; Assess applicability of existing legislation; Set legislation priorities; Prepare policy on which legislation is to be based; Draft legislation; Provide local authorities with pro-active advice, guidance and support in respect of the interpretation of legislation and compliance with legislative requirements; Manage allocated financial resources for legislation development. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N Williamson at Nicole.Williamson@westerncape.gov.za  
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (MATZIKAMA) REF NO: LG 09/2024 
SALARY : R255 450 per annum (Level 06) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); Minimum of 6 months relevant experience. Recommendation: Community Development Learnership Certificate; 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: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices in the public services; Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning; Facilitating skills to public participation in policy making and service delivery; The following skills: Project organisation, interpersonal, report writing and reporting; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Self-management and adherence to timelines; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Inform and assist communities in Western Cape with access to services provided by government structures; Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery; Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required; Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Matthews Tel No: (021) 483 9492 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (DRAKENSTEIN) REF NO: LG 10/2024 
SALARY : R255 450 per annum (Level 06) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); Minimum of 6 months relevant experience. Recommendation: Community Development Learnership Certificate; 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: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices in the public services; Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning; Facilitating skills to public participation in policy making and service delivery; The following skills: Project. Organisation, interpersonal, report writing and reporting; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Self-management and adherence to timelines; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Inform and assist communities in Western Cape with access to services provided by government structures; Determine the needs of communities and communicate them to the relevant structures; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery; Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required; Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Bell Tel No: (021) 483 3039 
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (KHAYELITSHA) REF NO: LG 11/2024 
SALARY : R255 450 per annum (Level 06) 
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); Minimum of 6 months relevant experience. Recommendation: Community Development Learnership Certificate; 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: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices in the public services; Composition of communities in the Western Cape and their functioning; Facilitating skills to public participation in policy making and service delivery; The following skills: Project organisation, interpersonal, report writing and reporting; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Self-management and adherence to timelines; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Inform and assist communities in Western Cape with access to services provided by government structures; Determine the needs of communities and communicate it to the relevant structures; Promote networks and enhance the activities of existing local community workers aimed at improved service delivery; Compile reports and documents on progress, issues attended to, actions taken and outcomes as required; Keep up to date with regard to all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Bell Tel No: (021) 483 3039