Job Description

Closing Date

2026/01/26

Reference Number

WCG251121-1

Tracking Number

POCS 15/2025

Job Title

Administrative Officer: Community Training, Ref No. POCS 15/2025

Department

Police Oversight and Community Safety

Salary level

7

Enquiries

Mr D Dwarte at (021) 483 3798

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide effective administration and general support for all Accredited Neighbourhood Watch Structures in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements

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

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Facilitate all administrative and general support requirements for accredited neighbourhood watches; Facilitate administrative processes to ensure the implementation of training for accredited Neighbourhood Watches and Farm Watches; Facilitate administrative processes to support the funding of accredited Neighbourhood Watches and Farm Watches; Facilitate the administration process to ensure Accredited NHWs are resourced; Provide administrative and technical support to the Online NHW Accreditation Application.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding of the following

: PFMA Section 6, Western Cape Community Safety Act of 2013; Enaging communities; Extensive administration knowledge within a government environment.

Skills needed

: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Financial Management; Decisive discipline Integrity; Verbal and written communication; Self-motivated; Facilitation and presentation skills; Planning and organising skills; Interpersonal relationships skills; Problem solving skills; Organising; Ability to work under pressure.

Remuneration

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

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.