Hot Jobs at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a professional internal control inspection service to the Western Cape Mobility Department.
• The person must have the ability to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3 year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control or governance working environment
• 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   

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Ensure proper governance with regard to internal control; Ensure the rendering of assurance services; Ensure the implementation of internal control inspection measures to ensure compliance to financial administration; Managerial functions. 

Competencies    

Knowledge an understanding of the following:

• Public Audit Act, 2004; Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Instructions and guidelines (promote the objective of good financial management in order to maximise service delivery through the effective and efficient use of limited resources)
• Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, 2004 (provides for measures to prevent and combat corrupt activities); Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy and ant-corruption and fraud prevention measures
• Protected Disclosure Act, 2000 (promotes disclosure of unethical conduct that could potentially lead to corruption); Government Accounting Standards; (Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP))
• Internal control tools and techniques; Government financial systems; Departmental policies and procedures; Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 and Regulations.

Skills in the following:

• Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Planning; Analytical; Report-writing; Communication; Presentation; Inter-personal; Problem solving; Supervisory. 

Remuneration    

• R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG), has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to administer logistics and procurement support services at the Gene Louw Traffic College.
• The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines and willingness to regularly travel away from the office.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
• 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    

• Administer the following: Logistical processes; Assetregister/inventories for the Gene Louw Traffic College; Provisioning processes; Loss control register of the Gene Louw Traffic College
• It will be advantageous to have administrative experience covering the relevant areas of logistics, procurement and asset management; It would be advantageous to have administrative experience
• The successful candidate must be physically fit and need to carry heavy equipment and boxes.

Competencies    

• A good understanding of the following: Legislative framework governing the public service; Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics
• Working procedures in terms of the working environment; Relevant legislation and procedures regarding logistics, procurement and asset management; Departmental practices, processes and procedures; LOGIS or similar system.

Skills needed:

• Numeracy and literacy; Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Interpersonal relations; Planning and organising; Research; Interpretation; Decision making; Results and quality management; Problem solving; Writing and reporting; Teamwork; Flexibility; Analytical; Innovation.

Remuneration    

• R 228 321 – R 268 950 per annum (Salary level 5)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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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 render a secretarial support service to 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    

• None. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director
• Renders administrative support services; Provide support to the Director regarding meetings
• Support the Director with the administration of the Directorate's budget
• Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensures that the application thereof is understood. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Basic knowledge of financial administration.
• Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team Language and communication skills (written and verbal); Good telephone etiquette; Sound organisational skills; Do research and analyse documents and situations
• Willingness to work irregular hours when required
• It will be advantageous to have 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.

Remuneration    

• R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG), has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render administrative support services to the Sub-Directorate Land Transport Safety Promotion.
• The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines and willingness to travel.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation    

• None. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the Sub-Directorate; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the Sub-Directorate; Provide financial administration support services in the Sub-Directorate; It will be advantageous to have administrative support experience.

Competencies    

• A good understanding of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment.
• Skills needed: Computer; Planning and organising; Verbal and Written Communication; Numeracy; Literacy; Interpersonal Relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Customer care; Creative thinking; Decision making.

Remuneration    

• R 228 321 – R 268 950 per annum (Salary level 5)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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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 a governance and demand management service to the Western Cape Mobility Department.
• The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management or Supply Chain Management
• A minimum of 3 years relevant supply chain management experience in a governance and demand management working environment at supervisory level/management level (ASD)
• 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    

• Render a service with regard to compliance and performance management; Render a demand management service; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-Directorate; People Management; Financial Management.

Competencies    

Knowledge of the following:

• Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Procurement and provisioning services
• Procurement and tendering processes; Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Act; Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and its associated regulations, practice notes, circulars
• Public Service Ant-corruption Strategy; Supply Chain Management Guide to Accounting Officers and Authorities
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, financial delegations and best practice in the Public Service
• Relevant delegation frameworks, service level agreements, supplier management, contract management, strategic sourcing, departmental policies and procedures, Government financial systems; Public sector supply chain management models and processes
• Strategic sourcing process across broad range of commodities in a Goods and Services environment
• Mobility procurement market; Contract management, including legal aspects in supply chain management and ability to draft heads of terms and input to SLA negotiations; Supply chain management AOS, Delegations.

Skills needed:

• Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Planning; Organising; Analytical; Report-writing; Presentation; Inter-personal; Problem-solving; Supervisory.

Remuneration    

• All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary Level 11)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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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 with the assessment and evaluation of transport safety and the identification of safety interventions.
• The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification)
• A minimum of 1 year relevant administrative support experience in a Land Transport Safety working environment
• 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    

• Render line administrative support services to the Sub-Directorate; Provide support services to meetings, planning sessions and workshops; Render research support services; Render financial support services.

Competencies    

Knowledge of the following:

• Transport related regulatory, legislation policies and frameworks; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements
• Project management; Operational management practices; Administrative procedures and processes; Procurement and tendering processes; Public service procedures, processes and systems; General office administration and database management; General support systems.

Skills needed:

• Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Basic Research; Analytical; Organising; Planning; Time Management; Problem—solving.

Remuneration    

• R 325 101 - R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Local Government, Western Cape has an opportunity for a competent individual to render an administrative support service to the Directorate: Integrated Development Planning.  

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). 

Recommendation    

• None. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide administrative support to integrated development planning with regard to administrative, financial, human resource management and communication needs;
• Provide administrative support to IDP support actions to municipalities on integrated development planning; Provide administrative support to the Director and middle managers regarding meetings
• Support middle managers with the administration; Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensures that the application thereof is understood. 

Competencies    

Knowledge and understanding of the following:

• Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Financial administration. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Communication skills (written and verbal); Good telephone etiquette; Sound organisational skills
• It will be advantageous to have 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.

Remuneration    

• R 228 321 - R 268 950 per annum (Salary level 5)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide technical services and support in sustainable resource management, operations and maintenance. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Civil Engineering
• Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as an Professional Engineering Technician
• A minimum of 3 years relevant post qualification technical (engineering) experience. 

Recommendation    

• None. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Render technical services: Assist engineers, technologists and associates in field, workshop and technical office activities; Promote safety in line with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology and produce technical designs with specifications and submit for evaluation and approval by the relevant authority; Perform administrative and related functions; Provide input into the budgeting process as required
• Compile and submit reports as required; Provide and consolidate inputs to the technical/engineering operational plan; Develop, implement and maintain databases
• Supervise and control technical and related personnel and assets; Research and development: Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures
• Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise; Liaise with relevant stakeholders on engineering related matters.

Competencies    

• Project Management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing
• Technical consulting

Skills needed:

• Problem solving and analysis; Decision making; Team work; Creativity; Customer focus and responsiveness; Written and verbal communication skills; Computer; People Management
• Planning and organising; Change Management; Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal and organisational; Self-motivated
• Ability to work under pressure
• It will be adantageous to have a valid driving license (Code B or higher).

Remuneration    

• Grade A: R 391 671 - Grade C: R 586 665 per annum, (Salary will be determined based on post registration experience as per OSD prescribed).

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government is seeking a dynamic and innovative senior manager to provide the appropriate skills to stimulate economic growth.

Minimum Requirements    

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in commerce or economics in relation to a discipline recognised by SAQA;
• 5 years’ middle and/or senior management experience; and 
• 3 years’ experience in or giving effect to priorities in the skills, education, or economic development ecosystems

Recommendation    

• None

Key Performance Areas    

• Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas:
• Develop and manage workplace skills projects.
• Partner with higher education institutions to develop curriculum.
• Faciliate placement of learners with host companies.
• Develop and facilitate skills development 

Strategic Management

• Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate.
• Drive the Directorate’s strategic planning process.
• Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate.
• Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards.

People Management

• Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s Business Plan.
• 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.
• Monitor information capacity building within the Directorate.
• Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Directorate.
• Promote sound labour relations within the Directorate.
• Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Directorate.

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.
• Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Directorate.
• Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Directorate.
• Ensure that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Directorate and Department.
• Report to the Chief Director and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Directorate’s finances.
• Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Directorate’s assets.
• Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to for the Directorate.

Competencies    

• Strategic Capability and Leadership
• Programme and Project Management
• Change Management
• Financial Management
• People Management and Empowerment

Remuneration    

• All-inclusive salary package of R 1266 714.00 per annum (Level 13)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government hasopportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals toprovide high level administrative support services to the Sub-directorates Winelands and Central Karoo and the Sub-directorate Metro and WestCoast to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of the Directorate Land Transport Integration and Oversight.
• The two successful incumbents must be able to work under pressure, willingness to travel frequently andwork irregular hours to meet tight deadlines

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higherqualification
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• A valid code B (or higher) driving license.
• Note: People with disabilities that restrict drivingabilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide high level administrative support in the oversight andimplementation of Land Transport Services; Render high level administrative support services; Remains up to date with legislation, prescripts, policies, procedures and processes applicable to the work terrain
• Render financial support services; Render research support services; Supervisory functions.

Competencies    

Knowledge of the following:

• Transport related regulatory, legislationpolicies and frameworks; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999 ,National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements
• Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Relevant software packages and sound application of relevant computer programmes
• General office administration and database management; General support systems; Information and Record Management/Administration.

Skills needed:

• Numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Basic Research; Analytical; Organising; Planning; Time Management; Problem—solving

Remuneration    

• R 325 101 - R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Closing Date    

• 2025/11/10