Active Jobs at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to oversee, facilitate and preserve the natural and cultural history within the museum context.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in the museum/heritage sector environment.

Recommendation    

• 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.

Key Performance Areas    

• Governance and administration of the museum as well as related activities; Facilitate, present and implement public programmes and relations; Facilitate, present and implement educational and outreach programmes; Engage in research and implement exhibitions; Assist with the promotion and marketing of the museum; People Management.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: History, purpose and functions of museums in society, including their potential for national building and tourism development; Museum ethics; Current primary, secondary and field history research techniques of selection, evaluation and exhibition of objects of material culture or the presentation of living history; Collections management (information management) and preventive conservation; Education methodology in museums; Project planning and management, including financial management; Legislation, policy and regulations relating to sector; Government-driven service improvement initiatives such as “Batho Pele. Skills in the following: Ability to motivate own ideas and approaches; Ability to breakdown problems into manageable parts and identify solutions; Ability to listen well and be receptive to the ideas of others; Ability to manage conflict; Ability to communicate (verbally or in writing) with ease and confidence; Ability to speak in public and make presentations to large or small groups; Ability to review and critique research reports; Ability to critique exhibition guides; Ability to comprehend complex ideas, theories to concepts by analysing copious information from desperate sources

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infratructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress in technology and engineering applications. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Mechanical Engineering Degree [B Eng/BSc (Eng)] or relevant qualification; Three years post qualification engineering experience required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a professional engineer; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation  

•  None.

Key Performance Areas  

•  Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety: Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects; Develop cost effective solutions according to standards; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Develop tender specifications; Ensure through evaluation that planning and design by others is done according to sound engineering principles and according to norms and standards and code of practice; Approve engineering works according to prescribed norms and standards; Human capital development: Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Supervise the engineering work and processes; Administer performance management and development; Office administration and budget planning: Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Ensure adherence to regulations and procedures for procurement and personnel administration; Monitor and control expenditure; Report on expenditure and service delivery; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.

Competencies    

• Technical knowledge as follows: Programme and Project Management; Engineering design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance and formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Knowledge of public sector procurement; Technical report writing; Creating high performance culture; Professional judgement; Networking; Generic: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical skills; Creativity; Self-management; Financial Management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and organising; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; People Management; Change Management; Innovation; Willingness to travel on a regular basis; Ability to work under pressu

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to facilitate trade by developing, implementing, maintaining, reporting on systems for the purposes of maintaining food safety, animal and human health and wellbeing, certification integrity, product tradability and supporting international trade. 

Minimum Requirements  

•  An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration as a Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience; 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.

Recommendation    

• Masters degree (or higher qualification); Experience in the following: Database design; Video editing and YouTube.

Key Performance Areas  

•  Monitoring of the procedures and processes at the abattoirs, food processing and animal by-product processing establishments to ensure compliance with national and international requirements for export; Certification of exports of live animals, meat, meat products and animal products; Implementation of remedial and control actions if export requirements are not met; Record keeping and reporting of activities and export data as required; Participation in provincial export product safety programmes.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000) and the regulations and policy pertaining to this act; Ante-mortem and post-mortem examinations of animals/birds, with special reference to zoonotic or other conditions that may affect humans; International requirements regarding meat safety, in particular requirements of the Codex Alimentarius Commission; Animal Disease Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984); Auditing of food establishment; Pathology; Asset management; Personnel management; Proven Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to: Work independently in a team; Work accurately and precisely; Work under stressful conditions.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to provide an effective and efficient salary deduction system and payment system in respect of purchases, payables transfers and donations.  

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in financial accounting or related field; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in financial accounting; 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. 

Recommendation    

• Advanced MS Excel experience; SCOA working knowledge; Modified Cash Standard, MCS working knowledge. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Annual Financial Statements Inputs and other Financial Reporting; Salary Administration; Compliance with tax legislation; Operational management of Sub- component. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Applicable legislative and regulatory framework; PFMA and Regulations, Instructions, Guidelines and Practice Notes issued in terms thereof; Planning, budgeting and reporting tools and techniques; Managing of performance information; Financial management concepts; SCM procedures; Public Service reporting procedures; Human Resource Management and Development; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Financial and analytical skills; Problem solving and decision making; Leadership; Ability to work under pressure. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitable qualified and competent individual to render an administrative support service to the component.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.

Recommendation  

•  None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide effective office administration and management support services to the Component: Handle general enquiries pertaining to the functioning of the component and manage component correspondences. Maintain and control leave, and asset register for the component; Provide budget support to the component: Assist to compile the budget expenditure for the directorate and complete the IYM; Maintain and assist with implementation of the component’s monitoring and evaluation system: Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of networks, service providers.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Government systems; Government policies; Constitution, legal and institutional arrangements governing the SA public sector; Skills needed: Problem-solving and decision-making; Creative thinking; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Analytical and systems thinking; Conceptual and formulation; Computer literacy .

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure that social work services are provided by supervisees through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well being. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the SACSSP; Registration with the SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 7 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.

Recommendation    

• A valid code B driving licence.
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas    

• Ensure that a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes is rendered; Attend to any other matters that could result in or stem from social instability in any form; Supervise employees: Supervise and advise social workers, social auxiliary workers and volunteers to ensure an effective social work service; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work field; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the unit and undertake the higher level administrative functions.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Job related knowledge; Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes; Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Social Work legislation related to children; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; Organising and planning; Project planning; Psycho social intervention; Report writing; Presentation and facilitation; Analytical and problem-solving; Client orientation and customer focus.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide an administrative support service to the Senior Manager and Component. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 1 - 2 years post matric (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. 

Recommendation    

• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Adobe PDF; Extensive experience in administrative support for large teams; Completed additional professional development courses; Proven ability in data capturing and report compilation; Skilled in minute-taking and effective communication with relevant stakeholders. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Rendering administrative support services; Provide support to manager regarding meetings; Supports the manager with the administration of the budget; Analyse the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Principles and processes for prov iding customer and personal service;Quality control; Technical knowledge; Information management; Public administration; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Applied Strategic Thinking; Creative Thinking; Decision Making; Problem Analysis; Technical Proficiency; Problem-solving & Decision-making; Planning & Organising; Citizen Focus & Responsiveness. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure the effective management of the education programme to promote the best interest and rights of residents at the facilities. This position is  located in Secure Care Centre and appointment is made in terms of the Public Service Act.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 4-year tertiary qualification (or higher qualification) in Education; Registration with SACE; A minimum of 5 years experience as an Educator.

Recommendation    

• Experience as a manager in the Education sector.

Key Performance Areas    

• Ensure effective implementation of educational programmes at facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Ensure safety and disciplinary measures within the education environment; People management and development; Effective operational planning and execution.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public Service procedure; People Management Practices; Employee relations; Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.Skillsneeded: Planning; Presentation and facilitation; Communication (Written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; People management and empowerment; Information and Knowledge Management; Service delivery innovation; Problem solving and analysis.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure that a social welfare and community development service is delivered by the region to provide social welfare and community development services through the promotion of social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance social well-being.

Minimum Requirements    

• Formal tertiary qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions(SACSSP); Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker; A minimum of 10 years appropriate/ recognisable experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP.

Recommendation    

• A valid driving licence.

NB:

• People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide a Social Welfare and Community Development service of the highest, most advanced and specialised nature within a defined area(s) of specialisation with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes in partnership with stakeholders. Attend to any other matters that could result in, or stem from, social instability in any form; Facilitate the development and planning of programmes and interventions to render a social welfare and community development service through the efficient, economical and effective utilisation of financial resources; Management of service delivery area(s) (unit(s)) to ensure that an efficient and effective social welfare and community development service is delivered through the efficient and effective utilisation of human resources; Plan and ensure that social welfare and community development research are undertaken; Undertake complex social welfare and community development research. Perform and / or ensure that all the administrative function required in the service delivery area(s) are performed; Keep up to date with new developments in the Social Welfare and Community Development field; Supervise all the administrative functions required in the service delivery area(s) and undertake the higher level administrative functions.

Competencies  

•  Knowledge of the following: Analytic, diagnostic, assessment tools, evaluation methods and processes (Social Work); Personnel Management; Supervision Framework for Social Work profession; Social Welfare and Community Development legislation related to children; Social Welfare and Community Development theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; The following skills: Organising and planning; Project planning; Psycho social intervention; Conflict management; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills.

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Job Purpose    

• Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage provincial revenue fund, banking services, investments and liabilities. This post is based in Cape Town, CBD.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management or Assets Management; A minimum of 3 years management experience financial management related field; 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    

• Experience in assessing and mitigating financial risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Performance Areas    

• Forecasting cash requirements of the province; Reconciliation of provincial revenue funds; Manage Debtors, Liabilities and Investment within the Province; Provision of banking contract management and account maintenance; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub-directorate; Financial Management.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Financial Analysis and Reporting; Compliance and Regulatory Frameworks; Investment Management; Risk Management; Leadership and Decision-Making; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation.