Hot 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 investigate rental housing technical and urgent complaints and promote a stable relationship between landlords and tenants in the rental housing sector within the context of integrated and sustainable human settlements. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Property Management/Law/Alternative Dispute Resolution Qualification/Public Management related; A minimum of 1 year experience in a rental housing tribunal and/or legal administration and/or property environment or related 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    

• Conduct preliminary investigations, gather, and upload relevant documents to ensure 90 days compliance; Conduct mediations and facilitation of cases; Management of assigned cases; Provide Hearing and Tribunal support.

Competencies 

• Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policies, regulations, codes, guidelines and standards applicable to the Rental Housing Sector; Public service procedures and property management and maintenance from a rental perspective; Best practices and procedures within the Rental Housing Sector; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Legal administration; Planning and organising; Mediation and facilitation; Interpersonal; Conflict management and mediation; Coordinating; Analytical; Problem solving; Written and verbal communication.

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to facilitate the identification, planning and implementation of integrated and transformative social development programs in partnership with key stake holders for the effective empowerment of human and social capital through a community development approach towards sustainable livelihoods.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 1: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); No experience required. Grade 2: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification. Grade 3: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher); A minimum of 20 years appropriate experience in Community Development work after obtaining the required tertiary qualification.

Recommendation

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Identify and facilitate the implementation of integrated community development interventions in partnership with the community and other relevant stakeholders; Liaise and co-ordinate with all relevant role players, internal and external and stakeholders (e.g. in departments/provinces, NGOs, local community structures and faith-based organisations) to facilitate collaboration and to establish partnerships to ensure the sustainability of development actions within the community; Support communities and perform administrative support on community development and related activities; Keep up to date with new developments in the community development field to enhance service delivery.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Community development work, skills, attitudes and values of communities; Human behaviour and social systems and legislation to assist with interventions at the points where people interact with their environments in order to promote self-empowerment; The ability and competence to co-ordinate community development structures and ability to manage projects; The ability to influence individuals and group to participate in their own self-empowerment ventures; The understanding of social dynamics of communities; Skills needed: Presentation; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Facilitation; Research; Knowledge and understanding of basic Financial Management.

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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 administrative support in order to promote and facilitate the effective and efficient utilisaton of Immovable Assets and compliance with relevant property and built environment legislation.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in the Built Environment; A minimum of 1 year relevant experience in property administration; 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; Professional registration is not required. 

Recommendation    

• Tertiary qualification in Development or Property studies; Relevant experience in administration support for property planning and land legal matters. 

Key Performance Areas    

• To provide administrative support to property planning, property utilisation, property compliance and asset lifecycle (planning, demolitions, acquisitions) planning processes; Provide administrative support for the preparation of Power of Attorney or related documentation for relevant signatures and ratification and verification of user needs and property assessment; To assist in ensuring compliance with all property related legislation; Ensure adherence to information management requirements by maintaining an effective filing system for all property-related documents, both electronic and hard copy. Ensure confidentiality, accessibility, and traceability of records in line with departmental policies and legislative requirements; To attend to internal enquiries related to custodian and user responsibilities as well as external enquiries from municipalities, communities or – representatives and citizens.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Property information databases (e.g. Deedsweb, municipal property databases); Capability to analyse property data and resolve administrative or document-related issues effectively. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and Outlook); Problem solving; Written and verbal communication skills; Planning & Organising; information management; Attention to detail; Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently, prioritize work, and meet deadlines with attention to detail; Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and the ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team environment. 

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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 an assurance service with regards to financial administration.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Finance; A minimum of 3 proven experience in a governance / compliance/ financial internal control 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    

• Prepare input in Annual Operational Plan for Internal Control and ensure execution thereof; Render an assurance service with regard to financial administration; Make tactical recommendations on submissions with financial implications to the relevant senior manager, CFO, Cabinet, MEC, AO and Provincial Treasury; Coordinate, evaluate and prepare responses/submissions to oversight bodies, committees and forums; Oversee Post Auditing of expenditure vouchers as well as financial inspections; Human Resource Management and Skills Development; Financial Management; Participation in Strategic Management.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Report writing; Internal Control Frameworks; PFMA and Regulations, Instructions, Guidelines and Practise notes issued in terms thereof. Skills needed: Advanced computer skills; Communication skills (written and verbal); Analytical; Planning; Report writing; Presentation skills; Problem solving skills; Multi-level communication and strong interpersonal relations; Team and people orientation; Organised and self-motivated. 

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure has a career opportunity for a suitably qualified Engineering Technologist to provide technical advisory services and support by applying engineering principles and techniques to address engineering challenges through research.

Minimum Requirements    

• Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering (B Tech) or relevant qualification; A minimum of 3-years post qualification Engineering Technologist (Electrical) experience; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Engineering Technologist; A valid code B driving license.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide technological advisory services: Support Engineers, Technicians and associates in field, workshop and office activities; Promote safety standards in line with statutory and regulatory requirements; Evaluate existing technical manuals, standard drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology; Solve broadly defined technological challenges through application of proven techniques and procedures; Develop, maintain and manage current technologies; and Identify and optimize technical solutions by applying engineering principles. Perform administrative and related functions: Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports; Provide inputs to the operational plan; and Develop, implement and maintain databases; Research and development: Keep up with new technologies and procedures;Research/literature studies on technical engineering technology to improve expertise;and To liaise with relevant boards/councils on engineering-related matters.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Project management; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Networking; Professional judgment; Skills needed: Decision making; Team leadership; Creativity; Change management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (written and verbal); Computer skills; Planning and organising; People management. Problem solving and analysis.

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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 manage and provide specialised support to municipalities, including formal interventions and anti-corruption support. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 4-year legal qualification or LLB; A minimum of 3 years management level experience in a legal support or related 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    

• Admitted as an attorney or advocate of the High Court, who has duly completed the Law Society of South Africa board examinations or national bar examinations; Experience in Local Government law and administrative law.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage the provision of assistance with regard to functional and operational legal support and assistance in respect of formal provincial interventions justified or required in terms of Section 139 of the Constitution and the Western Cape Monitoring and Support of Municipalities Act; Manage the provision of Specialised Support on governance issues in response to municipalities needs; Manage the advocacy and capacity building regarding anti-corruption, fraud and maladministration policies and guidelines in municipalities Performance and information management and reporting; Manage Human Resources of the component; Plan the components budget and manage income and expenditure. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the applicable policies, prescripts, legislation and procedures and  Public administration; Skills needed: Research, analysis, and application of legislation; Applied strategic thinking; Decision making; Citizen focus and responsiveness; Analysing and fact-finding skills; Project Management

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Job Purpose    

• The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to provide registry services. 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). 

Recommendation    

• Clerical or relevant 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.

Key Performance Areas    

• Provide registry services; Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence; Render an effective filing and record management service; Operate office machines in relation to the registry service; Process documents for archiving and disposal. 

Competencies    

• A good understanding of the following: Registry duties, practices and operate computer; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment; Understanding of the work in registry; Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy; Planning and organisation; Written and verbal communication; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

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Job Purpose    

• Western Cape Mobility Department, has an opportunity for a competent and suitably qualified individual to ensure an integrated, effective and efficient accounting system and to manage in-year and annual reports on recorded financial affairs and the financial system.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Accounting;  A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in financial accounting or similar working environment;  A valid driving licence (Code B or Higher). NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation    

• None.

Key Performance Areas    

• Maintain programmes to maintain the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA); Prepare financial reports; Accounting for assets, liabilities, revenue, expenditure, budget statement, disclosure notes and accounting policies; Regulatory, policy, governance frameworks and tactical advice; Change management in operating and systematic processes.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Financial norms and standards; Financial delegations, procedures and Instructions; Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA). Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office package (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Written and verbal communication; Numerical; Systematic approach.

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Job Purpose    

• The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the promotion of road safety through effective and efficient law enforcement in the Province by effective leadership and supervision of subordinates. The successful incumbents 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); Must be in possession of a Basic Traffic Diploma; A minimum of 6 years experience in the field; A valid code A and EC driving licence; No Criminal record.

Recommendation    

• Willingness to work irregular hours; Willingness to regularly travel away from the office.

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage and enforce Road Traffic, Public Passenger, Transport Legislation and other relevant legislations; Manage joint law enforcement activities and projects (co-operative governance); Manage resources and provide leadership and direction to all subordinates; Identify and manage risks; Manage the performance of all administrative activities and related duties;
• Supevisory functions.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Operational functioning of the Directorate Traffic Law Enforcement; National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996); Road Traffic Amendment Act, 2008 (Act 64 of 2008); Firearms Control Act, 2000 (Act 60 of 2000); Criminal Procedure Act, 1977 (Act 51 of 1977); Firearms Control Regulations, 2004; National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; Dimensional and Mass Limitations and the Requirements for Abnormal Load Vehicles (TRH 11); Guidelines from the Director of Public Prosecutions.

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; Leadership; Monitoring; People Management; Investigations; Motivational; Analytical; Operational/Project Management; Negotiation; Interpretation; Legal Evidential; Ability to work under pressure

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Job Purpose    

• Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to render financial support services within the department.

Minimum Requirements    

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with Mathematics and/or Accounting as passed subjects.

Recommendation    

• Proven experience in MS Excel and MS Word. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage Cash flow administration and Banking; Manage Ledger Accounts; Manage Claims. 

Competencies    

• A good understanding of the following: financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Public Service financial legislations, procedures and processes, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999, (DORA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, Financial Manual); Financial operating systems; Database Management; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Planning and Organising; Record Keeping; Problem-solving; Interpersonal Relations; Decision making; Ability to work under pressure.