Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250731-6

Tracking Number

LG 29/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director (General Support): CDW Administration, Ref No. LG 29/2025

Department

Local Government

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Ms D Britz at (021) 483 8136

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide administrative and information support services to the programme.

Minimum Requirements

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

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Provide financial support services; Manage the general administrative support duties; Managerial functions; People Management and Support services for CDW.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; understanding of information systems that aid the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Understanding of policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Accounting, Finance and Audit; Computer Literacy; Project Management and Numeracy; A valid driving license will be advantageous.

Remuneration

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

Note on remuneration in addition to 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 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.