DIRECTOR: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Local Government. This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Department of Local Government. Western Cape Government. | closing date: 17 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send 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
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)
Requirements
- A B-degree (NQF 7), as recognised by SAQA;
- 5 years’ middle / senior management level experience.
- Competencies: Strategic Management;
- Change management;
- Programme and Project Management;
- People Management;
- Financial Management.
Duties
- Line Management; promote public participation through providing guidance and assistance with regards to the institutionalisation and functionality of municipal ward committees; promote meaningful involvement in the affairs of local government with reference to the effectiveness and functionality of a ward committee; ensure proper management and oversight of the Community Works Programme in the Province; provide guidance and assistance to the department and municipalities regarding the institutionalisation of human rights; support with communication initiatives in municipalities;
- Strategic Management (including change management);
- People Management;
- Financial Management.
Enquiries
Ms. N Zamxaka Tel No: (021) 483 4449 OTHER POSTS
Notes
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00. Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline on 0861 370 214. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this post, 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. All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to assess relevant functional elements of the job and an interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The successful candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) and submit the certificate before he/she can be appointed to this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background in processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ The successful candidate shall be subjected to a leadership assessment, within one (1) month of appointment, to assess the managerial competencies required for SMS members in the Public Service as specified under Chapter Five (5) of the SMS handbook. This assessment shall be conducted to determine an individual’s ability to lead, manage, and direct others and to identify developmental gaps in core generic leadership and management competencies. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The successful candidate will be subject to security vetting; and the candidate will have to disclose her/his financial interests. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest, we receive many applications for our posts, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of the advert please consider your application unsuccessful. MANAGEMENT ECHELON
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Original Text
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Local Government. Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : A B-degree (NQF 7), as recognised by SAQA; 5 years’ middle / senior management level experience. Competencies: Strategic Management;
Change management; Programme and Project Management; People
Management; Financial Management.
DUTIES : Line Management; promote public participation through providing guidance and assistance with regards to the institutionalisation and functionality of
municipal ward committees; promote meaningful involvement in the affairs of local government with reference to the effectiveness and functionality of a ward
committee; ensure proper management and oversight of the Community Works
Programme in the Province; provide guidance and assistance to the department and municipalities regarding the institutionalisation of human
rights; support with communication initiatives in municipalities; Strategic
Management (including change management); People Management; Financial
Management.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. N Zamxaka Tel No: (021) 483 4449
OTHER POSTS
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.