Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/330

STATE ACCOUNTANT: GOVERNANCE

Western Cape Department of Social Development

  • ProvinceWestern Cape
  • LevelLevel 08
  • AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: 20 days remainingLate applications will not be accepted.

Job details

Circular
29 of 2026
Page No.
37
Circular Post
29/330
Department
Western Cape Department of Social Development
Province
Western Cape
Closing date
7 September 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

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Centre
Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
Reference information
DSD 64/2026
Salary information
R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)

Requirements

  • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification);
  • A minimum of 1-year relevant experience.
  • Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function;
  • K procurement and tendering processes; policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems.
  • Commented;
  • Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; public finance, human resources and discourse management processes;
  • Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; policies of the government of the day; performance management system in general.
  • Skills: Numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literacy, Language skills, Project Management.

Duties

  • Provide proper governance services;
  • Provide fraud and loss management services;
  • Provide fraud and loss management services;
  • Render Assurance Services;
  • Review and maintain financial information and knowledge management.

Enquiries

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 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. OTHER POSTS

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Original Text
POST 29/330 : STATE ACCOUNTANT: GOVERNANCE REF NO: DSD 64/2026
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of and
working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; information systems
that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; K procurement and tendering processes; policy development, and
operational management, monitoring and review processes; modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and
systems. Commented; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; public finance, human resources
and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act,
National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; province and the activities of
sister departments/related functional areas; policies of the government of the day; performance management system in general. Skills: Numeracy, Literacy,
Computer Literacy, Language skills, Project Management.
DUTIES : Provide proper governance services; Provide fraud and loss management services; Provide fraud and loss management services; Render Assurance
Services; Review and maintain financial information and knowledge management.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Telo Siwundla @ Telo.Siwundla@westerncape.gov.za

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