Circular 26 of 2026 · Post 26/241
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: COMMUNITY POLICE RELATIONS
Western Cape Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety
- ProvinceWestern Cape
- LevelLevel 08
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Closing date: Applications closedLate applications will not be accepted.
Job details
- Circular
- 26 of 2026
- Circular Post
- 26/241
- Department
- Western Cape Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 17 August 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
The closing date was 17 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Application history
Previous application instructions are retained below for reference.
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 Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government.
- Reference information
- POCS 04/2026
- Salary information
- R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
- A minimum of 3 years relevant experience;
- A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.
- NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
- Competencies: Knowledge of and working experience of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions;
- Community development and client liaison (internal and external);
- Service delivery orientations;
- Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function;
- Project management;
- Operational management practices;
- Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes;
- Modern systems of governance and administration;
- Public service procedures, processes and systems;
- Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape.
- Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
- Communication skill (written and verbal);
- Strategic planning;
- Facilitation;
- Organisation building;
- Problem-solving;
- Report writing;
- Negotiation, motivational, monitoring and evaluation;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Duties
- Support and maintain good relations between the Department and safety partners (i.e.
- Community Police Forums (CPFs), Neighbourhood Watch (NHWs), district municipalities, Community Safety Forums (CSFs), South African Police Services (SAPS);
- Administer the Community Safety funding system;
- Conduct formal assessments on the functionality of the safety partners [e.g.
- Community Safety Forums (CSFs);
- Facilitate effective and efficient communication with safety partners and stakeholders;
- Managerial/Supervisory functions.
Enquiries
Mr Justin Lottring at (079) 323 2502
APPLICATION INFORMATION — VACANCY CLOSED
Applications for this vacancy closed on 17 August 2026. Applications are no longer being accepted.
Previous application instructions — for reference
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
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: SA Gov Jobs is an independent job information service and is not a government department. 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. Expired vacancies are kept for reference only. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.
Original Text
POST 26/241 : SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: COMMUNITY POLICE RELATIONS REF NO: POCS 04/2026
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code B or
higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies:
Knowledge of and working experience of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line
functions; Community development and client liaison (internal and external);
Service delivery orientations; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project
management; Operational management practices; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems
of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on
the provincial government of the Western Cape. Skills in the following:
Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Communication skill (written and verbal); Strategic planning; Facilitation;
Organisation building; Problem-solving; Report writing; Negotiation, motivational, monitoring and evaluation; Ability to work independently and as
part of a team.
DUTIES : Support and maintain good relations between the Department and safety partners (i.e. Community Police Forums (CPFs), Neighbourhood Watch
(NHWs), district municipalities, Community Safety Forums (CSFs), South
African Police Services (SAPS); Administer the Community Safety funding system; Conduct formal assessments on the functionality of the safety partners
[e.g. Community Safety Forums (CSFs); Facilitate effective and efficient communication with safety partners and stakeholders; Managerial/Supervisory
functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Justin Lottring at (079) 323 2502
SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code B or
higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies:
Knowledge of and working experience of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line
functions; Community development and client liaison (internal and external);
Service delivery orientations; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project
management; Operational management practices; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems
of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on
the provincial government of the Western Cape. Skills in the following:
Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
Communication skill (written and verbal); Strategic planning; Facilitation;
Organisation building; Problem-solving; Report writing; Negotiation, motivational, monitoring and evaluation; Ability to work independently and as
part of a team.
DUTIES : Support and maintain good relations between the Department and safety partners (i.e. Community Police Forums (CPFs), Neighbourhood Watch
(NHWs), district municipalities, Community Safety Forums (CSFs), South
African Police Services (SAPS); Administer the Community Safety funding system; Conduct formal assessments on the functionality of the safety partners
[e.g. Community Safety Forums (CSFs); Facilitate effective and efficient communication with safety partners and stakeholders; Managerial/Supervisory
functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Justin Lottring at (079) 323 2502