Job details

Circular: 29 of 2026
Page No.: 33

Circular Post: 29/324
Department: Western Cape Department of The Premier
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 7 September 2026

About this vacancy

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.

Applications close on 7 September 2026.

Application and salary information

Salary

R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.

Centre: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government.
Reference information: DOTP 32/2026
Salary information: R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

16 requirements · official circular text

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
A minimum of 3 years middle management experience.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development and implementation;
National and Provincial legislation and instruments pertaining to human resource management;
Human Resource Development Legislation, prescripts and directives.
Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
Communication skills (written and verbal);
Analytical skills;
Strategic thinking;
Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy;
Monitoring, evaluation and reporting;
Presentation skills;
Problem solving;
Research;
Conflict resolution.

Duties

4 duties · official circular text

Manage the sub-directorate responsible for the following for 11 WCG departments: Skills needs analysis, human resource development compliance reports (e.g. the Workplace Skills Plans), liaison with SETA’s and other statutory agencies, facilitation and establishment of Skills Development and Bursary committees (HRD Committees), assess the impact of skills development interventions, fostering of people development partnerships and the administration of the Provincial Human Resource Development Forum;
Perform managerial functions regarding the sub-directorate e.g. recruitment and selection of employees, motivate, train and guide employees, performance management of employees, monitor information capacity building, promote sound labour practices;
Operational management of team – allocate duties, monitor outcomes and institute corrective measures to address deviations from standards and determine workflow;
Give strategic direction to and manage policy issues.

Enquiries

Ms F Jordaan Tel No: (021) 483 5508

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Notes and Z83 guidance

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
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

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Official source

This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.

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Original Text

POST 29/324 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SKILLS DEVELOPMENT FACILITATION REF NO: DOTP 32/2026
SALARY : R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years middle management experience.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Policy development and implementation; National and Provincial legislation and instruments pertaining
to human resource management; Human Resource Development Legislation, prescripts and directives. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office
Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Communication skills (written and verbal); Analytical skills; Strategic
thinking; Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation skills; Problem solving; Research;
Conflict resolution.
DUTIES : Manage the sub-directorate responsible for the following for 11 WCG departments: Skills needs analysis, human resource development compliance
reports (e.g. the Workplace Skills Plans), liaison with SETA’s and other statutory agencies, facilitation and establishment of Skills Development and
Bursary committees (HRD Committees), assess the impact of skills development interventions, fostering of people development partnerships and
the administration of the Provincial Human Resource Development Forum;
Perform managerial functions regarding the sub-directorate e.g. recruitment and selection of employees, motivate, train and guide employees, performance
management of employees, monitor information capacity building, promote sound labour practices; Operational management of team – allocate duties,
monitor outcomes and institute corrective measures to address deviations from standards and determine workflow; Give strategic direction to and manage
policy issues.
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Jordaan Tel No: (021) 483 5508
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification
purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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.