Active Jobs at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render administrative support services to the Traffic Centre in Knysna. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation    

• Relevant administrative support experience in a traffic law enforcement working environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Competencies    

• Good understanding of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment.

Skills needed:

• Written and verbal communication; Proven computer; Planning and Organising

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render administrative support services to the Traffic Centre in George. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements  

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation    

• Relevant administrative support experience in a traffic law enforcement working environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Competencies    

• Good understanding of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment.

Skills needed:

• Written and verbal communication; Proven computer; Planning and Organising

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render administrative support services to the Traffic Centre in Worcester. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation    

• Relevant administrative support experience in a traffic law enforcement working environment.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Competencies    

• Good understanding of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment.

Skills needed:

• Written and verbal communication; Proven computer; Planning and Organising

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportuniies for a suitably qualified and competent social worker to provide social work services within the Service Delivery Areas 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    

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work (Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as Social Worker; Registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions as a Social Worker; Grade 1: No experience; Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions; Grade 4: A minimum of 30 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

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.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render a social work service with regard to the care, support, protection and development of vulnerable individuals, groups, families and communities through the relevant programmes (case work, group work and community work); Attend to matters that results in or stems from social instability in any form; Supervise and support social auxiliary workers; Keep up to date with new developments in the social work and social welfare fields; Perform all administrative functions required of the job.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following:  Supervision Framework for Social Workers; Human behavior and social systems and skills to intervene at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote social well-being; Social work theory and interventions; Information and Knowledge Management; Protocol and professional ethics; Relevant legislations, policies and prescripts (norms and standards); Social dynamics, work values and principles; Developing and empowering others.

Skills needed:

• Challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion; Written and verbal communication; Report-writing; Self-management; Motivation; Good planning and organizing; Problem solving and analytical; Computer literacy; Presentation and facilitation; Client orientation and customer focus; Ability and competence to assist, develop, advocate for, and empower individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capabilities; Ability to promote, restore, maintain, advocate for and enhance the functioning of individuals, families, groups and communities by enabling them to accomplish tasks, prevent and alleviate distress and use resources effectively; Understanding and ability to provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves; Ability to mentor and coach Social Workers Grade 1.

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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    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent Engineer to manage the operational use of the declared road network in terms of mobility, access, compliance with legislative doctrines and usage of road reserves.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Civil 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    

• Recent and relevant public sector experience focusing on roads; Applicable experience in transport infrastructure, roads planning and/or design; Experience in the preparation and/or evaluation of Traffic Impact Studies and/or Arterial Management Plans; Experience in the evaluation of traffic impacts on transport infrastructure due to land use changes; Further formal studies or courses, especially in Traffic Engineering or Transport Studies; and Experience and a sound understanding of technical matters across various engineering design stages for multidisciplinary projects with a special focus on the interface between land use and road management.

Key Performance Areas    

• Development and maintenance of road use management strategies; Management of the impact of spatial planning on the declared road network; Evaluation of development proposals affecting the road network; Development of Arterial Management Plans; and Liaison with various stakeholders in the transport infrastructure planning environment; 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    

• Knowledge of the following: Traffic analysis and assessment of traffic studies and proposals; Transport planning legislation and environment to include: National Land Transport Act (Act 5 of 2009); Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (Act 16 of 2013); Road Access Management Guideline and Arterial Management principles. Skills needed: Preparation of written proposals and submissions; Written and verbal communication; Analytical; Evidence-based decision making; Self management to include planning and organizing of self and projects; Customer focus and responsiveness; Conflict management; Problem analysis and solution development; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); People management; Change management; Willingness to travel on a regular basis; and Ability to work under pressure.   

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Job Purpose    

• 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 minimum of 3 years experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management.

Recommendation    

• Proven experience in working with systems, data and reporting across a wide range of stakeholders. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide a secretarial/ receptionist support service to the manager; Render administrative support services; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings; Support the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget; Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents and ensure that the application therof is understood properly.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: The relevant legislation/ policies/ prescripts and procedures; Basic financial administration. Skills in the following: Good telephone etiquette; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Sound organisational skills; Good people skills; High level of reliability; Written communication skills; Information gathering and analysis of information; Good grooming and presentation; Self- management and motivation; Ability to act with tact and discretion. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a secretarial support service to a Chief Director.

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 minimum of 3 years experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management.

Recommendation    

• Proven experience in working with systems, data and reporting across a wide range of stakeholders. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Render administrative support services; Provide a secretarial/ receptionist support service to the manager; Provide support to the manager regarding meetings; Support the manager with the administration of the manager’s budget; Study 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: The relevant legislation/ policies/ prescripts and procedures; Basic financial administration; Record management systems; Procurement of goods and services; Relevant software packages (advanced). Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Computer Literacy (MS office); Report writing (submissions, letters); Organising and planning skills; Time management skills; Recording of minutes; Research skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage all aspects of the sub-programme for management and implementation of capital and maintenance health infrastructure projects for a defined region set in line with the Western Cape Government values. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate B degree in Architecture or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3-years post-qualification architectural experience; Compulsorly registration with SACAP (South African Council for the Architectural Profession) as a Professional Architect; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation    

• Experience in the following: Contract documentation and administration; Project Management, formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage professional project teams and relevant committees for a particular project or package of projects; Manage the procurement process of projects; Monitor, control and report on project/programme implementation Identify and extract data and information to assist client departments with the drafting of their user asset management plan; Research and study literature to keep abreast of new technologies and procedures, including interaction with professional Councils, Boards and organisations; Assisting technical staff to achieve the pre-determined performance; indicators and service delivery imperatives; Management of framework, term service and consultant agreements including appointment and payment processes.

Competencies    

• Knowledge in the following: Act/regulations of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS Act); National Building Regulations; SANS and all relevant built environment legislation; Programme and project management; Research and planning procedures; Financial management; Formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment. Skills needed: Leadership and organising; Written and verbal communication; Conflict management; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) competent individuals torender financial support services within the department. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification). 

Recommendation    

• An appropriate tertiary qualification or in the process of completion in Accounting / Financial 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.

Key Performance Areas    

• Render financial accounting transactions; Perform salary administration support services; Bookkeeping and admin support services.

Competencies    

• A good understanding of the following: Financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statements; Public Service financial legislations, procedures and Treasury Regulations (PFMA, DORA, NTR,PTR,); Financial operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS); Communication; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Accuracy; Aptitude of figures; Computer operating skills; Planning and organisation; Language; Good verbal and written communication skills; Basic Numeracy skills; Ability to perform routine tasks; Ability to operate office equipment.