Active Jobs at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to render technical design, production, operation and maintenance services.

Minimum Requirements    

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Diesel Mechanic); A valid driving license (Code EC or higher).

Recommendation    

• Working experience maintaining diesel vehicles including earthmoving machines.

Key Performance Areas    

• Maintain, repair, rebuild and modify all vehicles, construction plant and equipment to standard; Supervise Trade Worker Aid and Apprentice; Maintain occupational Health and Safety standards; Technical skills such as analysing, legal compliance and computer aid applications; Perform administrative duties which include complete log forms and timesheets, initiate orders and writing reports.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Mechanical work on construction plant and equipment and vehicle (test); Maintain good interpersonal relations; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Verbal and written communication skills; Good planning and problem solving skills; Good time management skills.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for competent and qualified individual to provide heritage services.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Architecture, History, Art History, Town and Regional planner, Engineering, Building Sciences, Social history, Archaeology, Palaeontology or related discipline; 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    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Processing application for permits, impact assessment and appeals received in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999) and other relevant legislation; Develop proposals for formal protection of heritage resources; Monitor and enforce compliance with permits and conditions of impact assessments and other aspects of legislation; Provide professional/ technical assistance/ advice and undertake advocacy on heritage matters; Provide professional/ technical assistance to other departments/ units.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Training in Architecture, Anthropology, History, Art History, Town and Regional planning, Engineering, Building Sciences, or related disciplines.
• Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Project Management; Development of systems and databases; Planning and organising.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for competent and qualified individual to provide heritage services in terms of Archaeology, Palaeontology and Meteorites.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification)  Social history, Archaeology or related discipline; 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    

• Experience in Microsoft Office packages

Key Performance Areas    

• Process applications received in terms of the NHRA (25 of 1999); Provide specialist advice on applications and appeals with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites; Provide a secretariat service to HWC for APM/IACOM; Monitoring and enforcement of compliance in terms of heritage policies with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites; Manage a provincial heritage conservation service in terms of Section 38 development applications with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites (APM); Provide professional/ technical assistance to other departments/ units.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Training in archaeology, and related disciplines; Human resource Management; Management of Finance in line with the PFMA.
• Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Project Management; Development of systems and databases; Planning and organising; Conflict resolution.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to provide a contract administration service in respect of supply chain management. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a Supply Chain Management environment.

Recommendation    

• Working knowledge of Supply Chain duties, and practices as well as the ability to capture data accurately, operate computers and collect statistics; 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    

• Provide contract administration services; Monitor contract compliance; Monitor supplier performance according to the contract and service level agreement; Supervisory function. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Job knowledge; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Work procedures in terms of the working environment; Legislative and regulatory requirements; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Communication (written and verbal); Report writing; Problem solving; Analytical; Planning and organising; Applied Strategic Thinking; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Cultural Affairs Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render an administrative support service to Heritage Western Cape and Heritage Resource Management Services.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation  

• Experience in Microsoft Office packages; 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.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component and to the public entity Heritage Western Cape; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Competencies    

• Relevant job knowledge; Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Good written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Interpersonal skills.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a secretarial support service to a senior manager(s).

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification (a certificate of completion should be provided); A minimum of 3 years experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management.

Recommendation    

• Working knowledge of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management; Experience in a Compliance, Supply Chain Management or Governance environment. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide secretarial and receptionist support to the manager by screening calls, addressing inquiries, and maintaining confidentiality, while referring stakeholders to the appropriate officials as needed; Ensure office equipment is functioning properly, manage office supplies and refreshments, safeguard and verify assets, and process invoices on time; Provide operational assistance by performing advanced typing, drafting reports, monitoring submission deadlines, and responding to stakeholder inquiries while collecting and compiling required information for the manager; Coordinate the senior manager's appointments, manage meeting logistics, record minutes, and track action items, while prioritizing meetings based on urgency and importance; Assist with administrative tasks such as managing leave requests, tracking employee records, coordinating procurement, and preparing documents for signatures and approvals, ensuring accuracy and completeness; Provide financial and budget management support by tracking expenditure, assisting with submissions, monitoring budget discrepancies, and recommending necessary budget adjustments; Ensure efficient document flow and compliance with policies, safeguard records, and compile reports, while ensuring that all information is processed in accordance with relevant legislation and policies and within required deadlines. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of advanced computer skills (word processing and numerical); Verbal and written language skills; Planning and organising; Professional telephone and email etiquette; Aassertiveness, tact and discretion; Conflict resolution, problem-solving and decision-making. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a secretarial support service to a senior manager(s).

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification (a certificate of completion should be provided); A minimum of 3 years experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management.

Recommendation    

• Working knowledge of the relevant legislative and regulatory requirements pertaining to Supply Chain Management; Experience in a Compliance, Supply Chain Management or Governance environment. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide secretarial and receptionist support to the manager by screening calls, addressing inquiries, and maintaining confidentiality, while referring stakeholders to the appropriate officials as needed; Ensure office equipment is functioning properly, manage office supplies and refreshments, safeguard and verify assets, and process invoices on time; Provide operational assistance by performing advanced typing, drafting reports, monitoring submission deadlines, and responding to stakeholder inquiries while collecting and compiling required information for the manager; Coordinate the senior manager's appointments, manage meeting logistics, record minutes, and track action items, while prioritizing meetings based on urgency and importance; Assist with administrative tasks such as managing leave requests, tracking employee records, coordinating procurement, and preparing documents for signatures and approvals, ensuring accuracy and completeness; Provide financial and budget management support by tracking expenditure, assisting with submissions, monitoring budget discrepancies, and recommending necessary budget adjustments; Ensure efficient document flow and compliance with policies, safeguard records, and compile reports, while ensuring that all information is processed in accordance with relevant legislation and policies and within required deadlines. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of advanced computer skills (word processing and numerical); Verbal and written language skills; Planning and organising; Professional telephone and email etiquette; Aassertiveness, tact and discretion; Conflict resolution, problem-solving and decision-making. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Government is looking to employ a self motivated individual to ensure that the annual financial statements are a full and true reflection of the financial position of the provincial and local government and its entities as prescribed and manage the Directorate staff.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA)
• At least 5 years’ middle or senior management experience and proven knowledge of technical abilities on accounting practices

Recommendation    

• Valid driver’s license or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities
• Knowledge of the people management function
• Post Graduate studies in accounting and financial governance
• Chartered Accountant
• An aptitude for training and rolling out the relevant reporting frameworks
• Excellent networking abilities
• Working knowledge of Standards of GRAP and the Modified Cash Standard

Key Performance Areas    

• Drive the application of accounting practice within departments and entities in line with the latest applicable reporting frameworks.
• Compile and table annual consolidated financial statements of the Province.
• Manage the research and issuing of best accounting practices.
• Manage technical assistance provided on the interpretation of accounting standards and frameworks.
• Driving accounting capacitation through training interventions on financial governance and accounting frameworks.
• Improving the financial governance maturity within departments through multi-disciplinary engagements.
• People and Financial Management.

Competencies    

• Strategic capability and leadership
• Change management
• Communication: written and oral skills
• Financial management
• Knowledge management
• Project management

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to close, de- proclaim, proclaim, divert, define the boundaries and alter the classification and widths of provincial roads. The successful incumbent will have an opportunity to make a difference by serving both rural and urban land and road users in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience. 

Recommendation    

• 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; Willingness to occasionally travel away from headquarters for road inspections.

Key Performance Areas    

• Execute the processes to close, proclaim, de-proclaim, divert, define the boundaries and alter the classification and widths of provincial roads; Draft provincial notices, proclamations for advertising in the local press and publication in the provincial gazette; Updating proclamation system, filing and recordkeeping; Draft letters, memos and submissions to management; Liaise with clients and municipalities on a regular basis; Conduct deeds office, Surveyor general and servitude investigations; Compliance with legal processes.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Roads Ordinance, 1976 (Ordinance 19 of 1976); Deeds Registries Act, 1937 (Act No47 of 1937); Deeds Office and Surveyor General Investigations; Basic Research; Interpret and apply applicable policy and legislation; Analyzing of Maps; Proven computer literacy MS Office Package; Good communication skills (written and verbal); Report writing and formulation; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to work under pressure. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage processes for the acquisition/expropriation, transfer and alienation of land. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years management level experience. 

Recommendation    

• Recent and relevant experience in the leading of the following processes: permanent and temporary land expropriation and aquisition, survey and transfer of road reserve land, alienate/cancel caveats of superfluous road reserve land with a demonstrated sound understanding of powers, delegations and respnonsiblities; Demonstration through experience of legal and regulatory knowledge to support land expropriation and aquisition; Understanding of the new Expropriation Act 13 of 2024; Proven track record of: negotiation and stakeholder engagement; project and risk management; contract and agreement management. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Operational Management; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Subdirectorate; People Management; Financial Management. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: 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; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Analytical thinking; Strategic thinking; Policy implementation (Impact on system); Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation; Problem solving; Research.