DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Social Development

Assistant Director: Administration Support (TLE)

Salary or stipendR487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09)

The Department of Social Development is looking for a Assistant Director: Administration Support (TLE). This is a permanent role based in Western Cape.

Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/343, page 248

Reference number
WCMD 54/2026
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Western Cape
Job level
09
Centre
Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government

What you will need

  • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification).
  • Competencies: Working knowledge in the following: Implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions
  • use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function
  • render Finance, Procurement, Transport, Registry and People Management/HR support services
  • manage projects
  • implement operational management practices
  • manage procurement and tendering processes
  • develop, implement, monitor and review policies and operational processes
  • manage public service procedures, processes and systems
  • manage public finance, human resources and related administrative processes
  • administer the Public Service Act, 1994, as amended, Public Service Regulations, 2026, and relevant People Management policies, directives, frameworks, codes and collective agreements
  • support and implement the policies of the government of the day
  • manage performance management processes
  • perform numeracy and literacy functions
  • use computer systems effectively
  • communicate effectively in the required language
  • manage projects
  • perform accounting, finance and audit functions
  • communicate effectively in writing and verbally
  • compile and write reports
  • use Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and Internet and Intranet systems proficiently
  • deliver presentations
  • plan and organise activities and resources
  • manage time effectively
  • Skills: conduct analytical thinking and problem-solving
  • maintain professional grooming and presentation standards
  • Other: liaise effectively with customers and clients
  • maintain effective interpersonal relationships
  • perform supervisory functions.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an administrative support working environment.

Skills and competencies

  • Competencies: Working knowledge in the following: Implement legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices relevant to the line functions
  • Skills: conduct analytical thinking and problem-solving

Key responsibilities

  • Render Finance, Procurement, Transport, Registry and People Management/HR support services in the Directorate
  • Render administrative support services in the Directorate
  • Research and development
  • Reporting, Analysis and Record Keeping.
  • Managerial functions.

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

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

  • Application method: Online
  • Enquiries: Ms A Fennie
  • Telephone: (021) 911 2333

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