Job details

Circular: 29 of 2026
Page No.: 26

Circular Post: 29/314
Department: Western Cape Department of Local Government
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 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 Local Government, Western Cape Government.
Reference information: LG 20/2026
Salary information: R932 292 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) in Public Administration or Law;
A minimum of 3 years middle management experience.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: The Constitution and Local Government suite of Legislations-ie.
Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000, Municipal Structures Act, 117 of 1998;
Political Environment;
Drafting legislation;
Human Resource Management;
Financial Management.
Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Communication (written and verbal);
Good interpersonal and decision-making;
Supervising staff;
Planning and Organising;
Language;
Research;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

10 duties · official circular text

Support Municipalities with the development, review and/or implementation of Local Government legislation and legal instruments;
Develop comments on National Bills, Provincial Bills, Policies and/or Draft Regulations;
Development and Amendment of Provincial Legislation, coordinating procedural matters pertaining to councils;
Provide advice on Legislation and facilitate execution of statutory mandates of MEC for Local Government;
Capacitation and training to councilors and/or municipal officials;
Monitor implementation of financial recovery plans;
Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub-directorate;
People Management;
Financial Management;
Strategic Management.

Enquiries

Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365

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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Official source

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

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Original Text

POST 29/314 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LEGISLATION DEVELOPMENT REF NO: LG 20/2026
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration or Law; A minimum of 3 years middle
management experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: The
Constitution and Local Government suite of Legislations-ie. Municipal Systems
Act 32 of 2000, Municipal Structures Act, 117 of 1998; Political Environment;
Drafting legislation; Human Resource Management; Financial Management.
Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Good interpersonal and decision-making; Supervising staff; Planning and Organising; Language;
Research; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
DUTIES : Support Municipalities with the development, review and/or implementation of Local Government legislation and legal instruments; Develop comments on
National Bills, Provincial Bills, Policies and/or Draft Regulations; Development and Amendment of Provincial Legislation, coordinating procedural matters
pertaining to councils; Provide advice on Legislation and facilitate execution of statutory mandates of MEC for Local Government; Capacitation and training to
councilors and/or municipal officials; Monitor implementation of financial recovery plans; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall
performance of the sub-directorate; People Management; Financial
Management; Strategic Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365