Job Description

Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250729-6

Tracking Number

CAS 33/2025

Job Title

Language Practitioner (IsiXhosa): Translation and Interpreting Services, REF NO. CAS 33/2025

Department

Cultural Affairs and Sport

Salary level

8

Enquiries

Ms M Davidson at Meryl.Davidson@westerncape.gov.za

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD.

Job Purpose

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render language services for the Western Cape Government related to English and IsiXhosa.

Minimum Requirements

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

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Render language advisory services; Translate documents in the official languages; Edit documents; Facilitate provision of interpreting services; Develop and record terminology; Compile and maintain databases relating to language matters; Perform administrative tasks; It will advantageous to be well versed in English and IsiXhosa.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Profound working knowledge of English and IsiXhosa; Editing and translation of documents; Editing and translation of documents; Terminology development.

Skills in the following:

Excellent written and verbal communication in English and isiXhosa; Excellent language skills; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Strong planning and organisational skills.

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration: 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 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

0861 370 214

. 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.