Job Description

Closing Date

2026/01/26

Reference Number

WCG251120-7

Tracking Number

POCS 10/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director (Departmental Communication): Communication, Ref No. POCS 10/2025

Department

Police Oversight and Community Safety

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Mr I Davids at (021) 483 6689

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 render a communication service and supervise staff. The successful person will be performing complex administrative functions as well as leading a team to deliver on specific goals. The person appointed will render a communication service to the Department and supervise staff.

Minimum Requirements

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

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Coordinate Internal Communications; Coordinate and facilitate Web Research, Preparation and Uploads; Coordinate External Communications; Facilitate Procurement and Administrative Communication Requirements; Managerial functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Extensive knowledge of applicable policies, legislation. guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles; Public Service procedures; People management practices; Labour relations; Public Relations; Financial management; Expert knowledge of communication policy and strategies; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the PGWC; Events management; Media liaison practices.

Skills in the following:

Planning and Organising; Writing and Reporting; Working with People; Adhering to Principles and Values; Relating and Networking; Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit; Budgeting and Financial Management; Communication and Information Management; Continuous Improvement; Citizen Focus and Responsiveness; Diversity Management; Impact and Influence; Planning and Organising; Problem Solving and Decision Making; The following will be advantageous: 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 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

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

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. 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, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. You may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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.