Current Openings at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of the Premier, People Management sub-directorate has an opportunity for an individual to manage the Recruitment and Selection processes at operational management level. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Appropriate 3-year National Diploma majoring in HRM or a B-Degree in Industrial Psychology with a minimum of 3-years’ supervisory experience in a Recruitment and Selection environment at a administrator/recruiter level. A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation    

• Experience with technical recruiting which includes e-Recruit support, competency based recruitment processes and the administrative processes which is associated with these tasks; Advising senior and executive management on the recruitment and selection process and best talent. Proven candidate sourcing skills; Proven experience in complex data management; Direct liaison with media and recruitment agencies w.r.t advertising of vacancies; Supervision of staff; Willingness to work longer hours in line with print media publication times. Consulting with various stakeholders on different management levels.

Key Performance Areas    

• Quality control of all operational work; Project Management control and allocation of tasks; Ensure the publication of advertisements in various media; Facilitate the compilation of advertisements and pre-selection questionnaires and provide training/workshops on Talent Sourcing, e-recruit and reporting; Ensure that bulletins are published as per schedule; Ensure that advertisements are published in DPSA, media and e-recruit platform; Communicate with service providers regarding advertising standards, response handling enquiries, and participate in the creation of specifications; Handling complex inquiries from clients and applicants; Facilitate and provide professional advice on the sourcing of talent across various professions, competency-based recruitment practices, inclusive of shortlisting, interviewing and verification's (personnel suitability checks) and the appointment decisions, as well as the issuing of employment offers; Facilitate audit processes; Ensure recruitment and selection data integrity and report on any irregularities; Manage staff and report on the unit's performance.

Competencies    

• General knowledge of various employment laws and practices; In-depth knowledge Recruitment prescripts (legislation and policy documents);
• The following skills: Excellent interpersonal and coaching; Database development management and reporting; Supervisory; Consultative and effective Problem solving; Effective oral and written communication. Ability to gather and analyze information;  Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to administer the Recruitment and Selection processes, as well as to provide a recruitment and selection consultancy service to client departments. The successful incumbent must be willing to travel and overnight when required; This post is based in Cape Town.  

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (or higher qualification) majoring in Human Resource Management or B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Industrial Psychology ; A minimum of 3 years experience in a Recruitment and Selection environment, A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation    

• Experience in the following: Online recruitment system and providing a support function; Competency-based recruitment and selection and the administrative processes which is associated with these tasks; Candidate sourcing across various professions and platforms and consultative; Data management; Advising Senior and Executive management on the recruitment and selection processes and best talent; Willingness to work longer hours and travel when required, A valid code B driving Licence.

Key Performance Areas    

• Responsible for drafting of vacancy advertisements which includes application questionnaires in consulation with client departments; Liaising with various service providers (Media/e-Recruit and Response Handling); Identify, address and resolve selection delays; Facilitate and advise on the compiling of shortlists; Create competency-based interview questions; Responsible for logistical arrangements for interviews; Finalise interview processes through competency assessments/proficiency tests and nominations; Maintenance of the recruitment and selection database and reporting on delays; Execute high standard of quality in all operational work; Dealing with inquiries from clients and applicants; Facilitate and provide professional advice on the sourcing of talent across various professions, inclusive of shortlisting, interview processes and verification's (personnel suitability checks) and the appointment decision, as well as the issuing of employment offers;  Communication across various levels regarding e-recruit processes.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Competency based recruitment processes, inclusive of head hunting processes; Shortlisting and interview processes; Public service / government policies; Competency Based Recruitment; Online recruitment systems; Database management.
• Skills in the following: Communication (verbal and written); Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation; Consultative and effective Problem solving; Research; Networking working with people and ability to meet customer expectations; Computer literacy.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Local Government Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure tight monitoring of Community Development Workers, maintain regular contact and monitoring of CDW's in the region and acting as regional coordinator when necessary. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3 year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in community development; 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    

• Proof of voluntary work to the benefit of the community. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Develop the local work programme taking into account the National, Provincial and Municipal Programmes Competency; Liaise between Regional Manager, Municipalities as well as Government Departments (Provincial and National); Reporting and information management; Stay abreast on all services rendered by government and the processes and mechanisms to access the services; Supervise community development worker teams. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Applicable policies and service delivery orientation; Cognisant of the regulatory and compliance framework; Dynamics, culture and language of the target community; Government operations and procedures. Skills needed: Communication (Verbal and written); Computer literacy in MS Office; Literacy and numeracy; Presentation; Influencing; Motivation and analysing skills. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to assist with all aspects of project administration, project assurance and reporting and keep the Directorate: Education Infrastructure fully informed of developments. 

Minimum Requirements    

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

Recommendation 

• None.

Key Performance Areas 

• Timeous and accurate registration of all project information on the Project Management Information System; Establish and maintain project documentation library, this includes providing document management support, the identification, change control and administration on all project-related documents; Perform quality reviews; Keep the Project Information Administrator fully up to date with all developments and track and report on overall project progress; Produce minutes and agendas for project meetings; Assist with technical user support; Assist the Project/Programme Manager to implement new processes and procedures; Work closely with line, project and programme managers to provide project administration support throughout the project life cycle.

Competencies 

• Knowledge of the following: Administration rules and regulations; Departmental information systems (BAS, ECM, SITS); Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Organising and record keeping; Presentation and organisational skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Able to work independently and in a team environment; Good leadership and motivational.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government have an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to plan and execute inspections for new and maintenance work on project sites and ensure that work is being done in compliance with relevant regulations and legislation at health facilities in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements    

• A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent; or N3 certificate (or higher) and a passed trade test in the building industry; or Registration as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3-years appropriate experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

Recommendation    

• Experience in the following: Preparation of specifications, plans and working drawings; Interpreting of Bill of Quantities (BOQ); Technical experience in the following: Building contracts and contract administration; Occupational health and safety act and regulations.

Key Performance Areas

• Responsible for delivery of infrastructure maintenance, upgrading and minor new works; Ensure that project management and administrative principles are applied to each project; Liaison with external service providers; Responsible for PERMIS, mentorship and development; Ensure socio-economic impact is maintained; Ensure that Facility Condition Assessments (FCAs), as per Government Immovable Assets Management Act (No.19 of 2007) are delivered consistently.

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Construction regulations within the Occupational Health and Safety Act; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Report writing; Written and verbal communication.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to plan and execute inspections for new and maintenance work on project sites and ensure that works are being done in compliance with relevant regulations and legislation at Health Facilities in the Western Cape. 

Minimum Requirements    

• A National Diploma (T/N/S streams) or equivalent; or N3 certificate (or higher) and a passed trade test in the building environment; or Registration as an Engineering Technician; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

Recommendation    

• Experience in the following: Building construction on-site experience; Preparation of specifications, plans and working drawings and the ability to interpret Bills of Quantities; Mechanical matters, familiar with contract administration, Occupational Health and Safety Act and relevant regulations.

Key Performance Areas    

• Deliver infrastructure maintenance, upgrading and minor new work of Health Facilities; Project management and administration in respect of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance works, executed by contractors; Manage the activities of contractors on construction sites, and exercise quality control on projects; Preparation of tender documentation, specifications, and Bills of Quantities, analyse and compile project documentation; Budget preparation and estimates of costs for proposed maintenance repair works; The assessment, preparation, compilation and submission of facility condition reports of Health Facilities; Maintain and report progress consistently to the department management information system and back up documents and information to the database.

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding of the following: Facets of the construction industry and National Building Regulations; Latest SANS 1238:2005, 1287-1:2007, 1287-2:2007, 1424:2013, 10173:2003, 1744:2017 and SANS 10142 [Electrical wiring code], compilation of specifications and tender regulations; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Technical report writing; Written and verbal communication; Customer focus and responsiveness; Quality Management; Scope Change Management; Conflict Management; Problem solving and analysis; Planning and organising; Contract Management; Ability to work well within a team.

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Job Purpose    

• To strategically enable, manage and oversee the provision of corporate legal advisory services.

Minimum Requirements    

• A legal qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA;
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a legal practice or legal department in the public or private sector.

Recommendation    

• A LLB degree with admission as an advocate or attorney

Key Performance Areas    

Line Management:

• Provide formal legal opinions and legal advice to the Provincial Executive and provincial departments in the social cluster (Health and Wellness, Education, Police Oversight and Community Safety, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Agriculture, Social Development, Cultural Affairs and Sport).
• Render advice to the Provincial Executive and provincial departments in the social cluster on correspondence of a legal technical nature.
• Ensure legally sound contracts.
• Provide legal inputs on behalf of Members of the Provincial Executive and departments in internal and external forums.
• Verify the legal aspects in submissions to the Provincial Cabinet, Provincial Ministers and Heads of Department.

Strategic Management:

• To define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate.
• Participation in the Chief Directorate, and Directorate’s strategic planning process.
• Active involvement in the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate.
• To evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards.
• To report to the Chief Director: Legal Governance and Advisory Services on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance.
• To monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources employed by it.

Financial Management:

• Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level.
• Ensure the preparation of the annual and adjustment budgets for the Directorate.
• Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure.

Human Resource Management

• Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s strategic and business plans.
• Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery.
• Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate.

Competencies    
Proven knowledge of:

• constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector;
• the South African legal system with a specific focus on Constitutional Law, Administrative Law and the Law of Contract;
• policies of the government of the day, with specific reference to the Provincial Strategic Plan;
• global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the Western Cape Government;
• inter-governmental and international relations;
• people management and administrative systems and processes; and
• financial management processes.
• The ability to give independent advice on complex legal matters;
• The ability to brief and oversee the work of legal professionals;
• Excellent inter-personal skills;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Excellent negotiating and problem-solving skills;
• Outstanding planning, organising and people management skills;
• Access to and the ability to develop and maintain networks relevant to the task environment;
• Computer literacy skills.

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Job Purpose    

• To lead and manage, effectively and efficiently, the provincial spatial planning function. This includes ensuring the effective strategic coordination of provincial & strategic spatial planning policy formulation, review and implementation and related matters, and the provision of municipal spatial planning oversight, support and advisory services to all spheres and entities of government operating within the Western Cape, especially the local government sphere - in support of spatial transformation towards spatial justice, sustainability and resilience in the Province.

Minimum Requirements    

• A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA;
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level within the spatial planning or town and regional planning or development planning sector;
• Registration as a Professional Planner with SACPLAN.

Recommendation    

• A Post-graduate degree (NQF 8 or higher) in Urban / Town / City and Regional Planning, or equivalent will be an added advantage.

Key Performance Areas    

Line Management:

• Ensure the effective provision of provincial spatial planning and development services
• Lead and manage the provision of spatial planning oversight, support and advisory services to municipal spatial planning in the province, and provincial and regional spatial planning and implementation
• Lead the Provincial participation in and support to National Spatial Planning

Strategic Management:

• To define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate.
• Participation in the Chief Directorate, and Directorate’s strategic planning process.
• Active involvement in the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate.
• To evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards.
• To report to the Chief Director: Development Planning on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance.
• To monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources employed by it.

Financial Management:

• Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level.
• Ensure the preparation of the annual and adjustment budgets for the Directorate.
• Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure.

Human Resource Management

• Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s strategic and business plans.
• Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery.
• Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate.

Competencies    
Knowledge of the following:

• Specialist knowledge of the current international, national, provincial and municipal spatial planning & land use management governance frameworks (statutory and strategic) OR Development Planning governance frameworks, legislation, policies, strategies.
• Specialist knowledge of the theory and practice of regional, spatial / strategic spatial planning policy OR development planning and facilitation.
• Advanced knowledge of strategy development, strategy implementation and management and strategy monitoring and review processes, preferably in development planning.
• Advanced knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and reporting, preferably in the field of spatial planning performance management.
• Advanced knowledge of methodology and research trends regarding spatial / development planning.
• Knowledge of human resource management.
• Knowledge of modern systems of Public Sector financial management, governance and administration.
• Basic knowledge of the latest advances in management theory and practice.
• Knowledge of the South African policies of the government of the day and the policy formulation, implementation and monitoring processes utilized.
• Knowledge of global, regional, and local political, economic, and social affairs impacting on South Africa and the Western Cape.
• Knowledge of Constitutional, legal, intergovernmental relations and institutional arrangements governing the South Africa Public Sector.

Skills in the following:

• Strategic Capability and Leadership: Systems thinking | Conceptual |Analytical/Critical thinking | Research
• Programme and Project Management: Project management | Planning and organising | Numeracy
• Change Management & Values Based Development
• Financial Management: basic budgeting and accounting
• People management and empowerment: Team building | Ability to work independently and as part of a team | Inter-personal relations | People management
• Communication, Report writing & Language skills (written and verbal)
• Basic legislative interpretation
• Computer literacy: Geospatial Information Systems, Data Analytics and Management Systems, MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure , Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to perform quantity surveying work in the development of project, plans and designs for buildings, structures, or facilities. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3 years post qualification Quantity Surveying experience; Compulsory registration with the South African Council of Quantity Survey Professionals (SACQSP) as a Professional Quantity Surveyor; A valid code B (or higher) driving license.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Perform quantity surveying activities on buildings, structures or facilities; Co-ordinate professional teams on all aspects regarding quantity surveying; Ensure adherence to quantity determination standards; Provide quantity surveying advice and technical support in the evaluation of costs; Ensure the adoption of technical and quality strategies; Develop quantity surveying related policies, methods and practices; Provide solutions on non-compliance on quantity determination; Review the cost determinations of projects and estimates accomplished by building designers and/or sub-professional personnel; Ensure adherence to the requirements of professional registration; Human capital development; Mentor, train and develop candidate quantity surveyors and related technical and administrative personnel to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound quantity surveying principles and code of practice; Supervise quantity surveying work and processes; Administer performance management and development; Office administration and budget planning; Manage resources, prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Ensure adherence to regulations and procedure for procurement, SCM and personnel human resource administration; Monitor and control expenditure; Report on expenditure and service delivery; Research and development; Continuous professional development according to council guidelines; Research/literature studies on quantity survey to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on quantity survey-related matters.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Technical: Programme and project management; Quantity Survey principles and methodologies; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; creating high performance culture; Networking; Professional judgement. Generic: Decision making; Team leadership; Analytical; Creativity; Self-management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Problem solving and analysis; People management; Change management; Innovation.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform and manage quantity survey cost estimates for building projects, structures and facilities and provide strategic direction in the process. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate B-Degree in Quantity Survey or relevant qualification; A minimum of 6 years post qualification experience; Compulsory registration with South African Council of Quantity Surveying Professionals (SACQSP) as a professional Quantity Surveyor; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas 

• Quantity Surveying analysis effectiveness: Perform final review and approvals or audits on quantity survey procedures; Coordinate quantity surveying efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology; Maintain quantity survey operational effectiveness: Manage the execution of quantity surveying strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources; Set quantity survey standards, specifications and service levels according to organisational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability; Monitor quantity survey efficiencies according to organisational goals to direct or redirect quantity surveying services for the attainment of organisational objectives; Financial Management: Ensure the availability and management of funds to meet the MTEF objectives within the quantity surveying environment/services; Manage the following: The operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organisational needs and objectives; Commercial added value of the discipline-related programmes and projects; Facilitate the compilation of Innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organisational principles; Allocate, monitor and control expenditure according to budget to ensure efficient cash flow management; Governance: Allocate, monitor and control resources; Compile risk logs (database) and manage significant risk according to sound risk management practise and organisational requirements provide technical specialist services for the operation of quantity surveying related matters to minimise possible risks: Manage and implement knowledge sharing initiatives in support of individual development plans, operational requirements and return on investment; Continuously monitor the exchange and protection of information between operations and individuals to ensure effective knowledge management according to departmental objectives. People Management: Manage the development, motivation and utilisation of human resources for the discipline to ensure competent knowledge base for the continued success of quantity surveying services according to organisational needs and requirements manage subordinate's key performance areas by setting and monitoring performance standards and taking actions to correct deviations to achieve departmental objectives.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Contract documentation and administration, act/regulations of Occupation Health and Safety (OHS-Act), National Building Regulations, SANS and all relevant built environment legislation; Programme/project management, research and planning procedures; Financial management; Formulation of policies in a multi-disciplinary professional environment; Leadership, communication, organising and
• teamwork; Verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Conflict management; Able to work in a team.