JOBS | DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM

AGR 72/2025

SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year BSc degree (equivalent or higher qualification) majoring

in Horticulture; A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Horticulture; A

valid driving license (Code B or higher).Competencies: Proven knowledge of

Pome fruit, Stone fruit, and Citrus fruit production; Skills in the following: Written

and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Leadership, planning

and organising; Formal training and presentation.

DUTIES : Prepare lesson plans and present practical, theoretical and/or short courses;

Renewal and development of course material and study guides; Assessment

of students; Administrative responsibility; Keep abreast of applicable

prescripts, policies, procedure, technologies and new developments in the

subject field.

ENQUIRIES : Ernst Moiler Tel No: (021) 808 5456

AGR 70/2025

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with Mathematics

and/or Accounting as passed subjects. Competencies: Knowledge of the

following: Financial background specifically in Public Sector Finance; Planning

and Organising; Computer Literacy; PERSAL and BAS; Relevant legislation,

directions and procedures with regard to financial administration and more

specifically of: PFMÆ NTR’S, PTI’S and SCOA How to do basic

research/gather information/analysing; Interpretation of policies and

procedures; Record keeping procedures. Skills in the following: Good planning

and organisational skills; Problem solving and decision making within the field

of work; Good communication skills (speaking, writing and reading); Maintain

discipline and dealing with conflict; Able to solve financial problems; Routine

verbal exchange of information requiring helpfulness and politeness; Computer

literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook);

Ability to work independently and as part of a team; A valid (Code B or higher)

driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who

have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

DUTIES : Maintenance over operating systems (PERSAL) and Batch Control (BAS),

salary advices and third-party payments; Accounting Policies and Procedures

(Journals and Payments), Suspense and Ledger accounts; Reconciliations of

Debt accounts, PERSAL deductions and claim registers; Tax matters; PERSAL

deductions and -allowances; Debt Management.

ENQUIRIES : Ms S Adonis Tel No: (021) 808 5104

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM

APPLICATIONS : 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

CLOSING DATE : 20 October 2025

NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at

a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. 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. 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 at 0861

370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that

intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will

be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical

exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic

managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive

on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency

assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the

mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated

candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry

Programme before they may be appointed into 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 on 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/

Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications

for our positions, 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 advert please consider your application unsuccessful.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

DEDAT 51/2025

SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive salary package)

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape

Government

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Economics or Economic

Development, Sustainability or Climate Change or Town Planning o r

Engineering as recognised by SAQA; 5 years’ middle and/ or se nior

management experience; The successful completion of the Se nior

Management Pre-entry Programme (see paragraph 4 in notes belo w).

Competencies: Extensive knowledge of applicable policies, legislation,

guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles;

Knowledge in development economics; Knowledge in sustainab ility;

Knowledge in statistical information and applied in economics; Knowledge in

sustainability; Knowledge in statistical information and applied in economics;

Public service procedures; Knowledge of research; Knowledge of People

Management processes; Knowledge of labour relations; Empowerment

(SMME, Broad-based BEE);Knowledge of capacity Building; Knowledge

project management; Knowledge of financial management; Financial systems

in the public service; Budgeting and other financial processes; Asset

Management and Intervention Control; Financial delegations.

DUTIES : Line Management Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of

the following functional areas: Manage and coordinate green economy projects

including transversal projects relating to resource resilience; Facilitate and

manage the alignment between all relevant stakeholder interest within the

green economy; Identify and drive opportunities for innovation within industry

development; Facilitate an enabling skills environment for the green economy;

Guide an enabling regulatory environment for the green economy; Monitor and

oversee the performance of entities contracted by the WCG to deliver on the

Green Economy related priorities; Communicate and source intelligence

regarding the Green Economy and resource resilience; Strategic Management

(including change management): Define and review on a continual basis the

purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate; Participate in the

Chief Directorate’s strategic planning process; Active involvement in the

development and management of the strategic and annual performance and

operational plans for the Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the

Directorate on a continuing basis against predetermined key measurable

objectives and standards; Report to the Chief Director: Green Economy on a

regular basis on the activities of the Directorate; Monitor and ensure

compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and

appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the

resources employed by it. People Management: Participation in the recruitment

of staff in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of

the Directorate’s Annual Performance and Operational Plan; Motivate, train

and guide staff within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in

service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding

of staff within the Directorate; Monitor information capacity building within the

Directorate; Active involvement in the compilation of a human resource plan, a

service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan

for the Directorate; Promote sound labour relations within the Directorate;

Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the

Directorate. Financial Management Active participation in the budgeting

process at Branch level; Preparing of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for

the Directorate; Assume direct responsibility for the efficient, economic and

effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure;

Assume direct responsibility for ensuring that the correct tender and

procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the

Directorate; Report to the Chief Director: Green Economy on all aspects of the

Directorate’s finances; Perform diligently all duties assigned by the Chief

Director: Green Economy. Assume overall responsibility for the management,

maintenance and safekeeping of the Directorate’s assets; Ensure that full and

proper records of the financial affairs of the Directorate are kept in accordance

with any prescribed norms and standards.

ENQUIRIES : Ajay Trikam Tel No: (021) 483 9117

OTHER POSTS

PROJECTS REF NO: DEDAT 35/2025

SALARY : R896 436 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape

Government

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher

qualification) in Economics or Environmental Science; A minimum of 3 years

middle management experience; 3 years project management experience.

Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation,

guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Management principles;

Sustainability; Statistical information and applied in economics; Public service

procedures; Research; People Management processes; Capacity Building;

Project management; Public Financial Management Act and its Regulations;

Stakeholder management. Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS

Office); Communication skills (written and verbal); Numeracy; Language skills;

Project management; Interpersonal skills; Analytical skills; Planning and

organising skills; Motivational skills; Policy formulation; Presentation/facilitation

skills; Financial management skills; People management skills; Problem

solving skills. It will be advantageous to have a valid (Code B or higher) driving

licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have

reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

DUTIES : Facilitate and develop green economy strategies and plans; Implement and

coordinate green economy programmes and projects; Facilitate and co-

ordinate stakeholder engagements; People Management; Financ ial

Management.

ENQUIRIES : Mr A Trikam Tel No: (021) 483 9117

49/2025 (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R468 459 – R561 894 per annum (Level 09)

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape

Government

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in

Economics / Business or related field; A minimum of 3 years relevant

experience in enterprise development and administration. Competencies:

Knowledge of the following: Understanding of business analysis and financial

interpretation as a tool for SMME development; Government processes and

procedures; Procurement and access to market opportunities in both the public

and private sector; Stakeholder management; Project Management; Skills

needed: Computer Literacy; Communication skills (written and verbal);

Presenting and communicating information; Deciding and initiating action

Problem solving; Network and building bonds; Impact and influence; A valid

driving licence (Code B or higher). NB: People with disabilities that restrict

driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

DUTIES : Support the development of initiatives to enable small business access to non-

financial and financial support; Support the implementation of initiatives to

provide market access opportunities; Support the implementation of initiatives

to enhance entrepreneurship (social and business) ; Support the development

of initiatives to improve the enable environment for business through

government interaction; Support the development of initiatives to identity gaps

and /or blockages for service delivery improvement and refer to the relevant

components; Facilitate building and strengthening partnerships to provide

small businesses with business development services( e.g.: leveraging of

funding and supplier development). This will be advantageous: A post-graduate

tertiary qualification in Economics, Business or related field; Experience in

project management.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Clint Higgins Tel No: (021) 483 8768

SALARY : R468 459 – R561 894 per annum (Level 09)

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape

Government

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher

qualification) in Commerce/Tourism/Public Administration; A minimum of 3-

years relevant experience (Project management relating to tourism, economic

development, public administration and tourism industry); A valid (Code B) or

higher driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities,

but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies:

Knowledge of the following: Tourism Second Amendment Act (3 of 2014) and

applicable policies and procedures; Skills needed: Analytical thinking; Planning

and Organisational; Problem-solving; Decision making; Creative thinking;

Accuracy and numeracy; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word,

Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Presentation;

Leading and supervising; Working with people; Networking; Ability to work

independently and as part of a team’ Ability to analyse, conceptualise and

implement policy.

DUTIES : Stakeholder engagements; Project Management; Maintain provincial safety

and support mechanisms for tourists; Setting up meetings with stakeholders

and minute taking; Assisting the public with tourism related enquiries; Report

writing; Facilitate and coordinate tourist road signage applications. The

following will be advantageous: Experience in the following: Project

management; Stakeholder management; Financial management experience;

Coordination of meetings (in-person and virtual) and events; Researching and

tracking of tourism trends experience; Tourism safety/ destination management

experience.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Losi Tel No: (021) 832 5782

52/2025

SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape

Government

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: A good

understanding of the following: Basic Accounting systems (BAS), Departmental

Delegations (preferably DEDAT) and Supplier Data Bases; Provincial

procurement processes; Business and organisational structure of the

department; Basic departmental/provincial financial systems and procedures.

Skills in the following: Sound communication (written and verbal); Proven

computer literacy MS Office (Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook); within

quick turnaround times; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work under pressure and

problem solve issues; Understanding of meeting protocol; Ability to coordinate

high level inquiries and responses; High level of professionalism; 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.

DUTIES : Liaise and report on the status of high volumes of internal and external and

enquiries to the Head of Department and the Ministry liaison. Provide general

procurement coordination; Responsible for maintaining and managing the

office filing system (physical and electronic); Coordinate and render support

pertaining to administrative matters; Assist with the procurement, planning and

coordinating strategic engagements, forums, and workshops (internal and

external); Track and record all incoming and outgoing documents to and from

the office of the Head of Department using a centralized database; Facilitate

travel arrangements, process and review BAS and Subsistence & Travel (S&T)

claims. The following will be advantageous: Diploma in Office Administration

(NQF Level 6); Practical experience in the following: Providing clerical support

services with the use of Excel spreadsheets for capturing, tracking, and

reporting of data and information; The procurement of venues and

conferencing facilities for executive engagements, workshops and/or forums

with external stakeholders; General administration; Procurement in line with

Provincial Treasury circulars; Checking correctness of subsistence and travel

of officials and submit to managers for approval; Minute taking; Asset

management checking officer duties; Leave administration duties for the office;

The use of MS Teams, MS Planner, OneDrive and SharePoint as part of routine

clerical support services.

ENQUIRIES : Ms C Titus Tel No: (021) 483 4842

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

APPLICATIONS : 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

CLOSING DATE : 20 October 2025

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation

for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a

practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time as determined

by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of

the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online

application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online

application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you

may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, 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 POST

AND POLICY COORDINATION REF NO: EADP 21/2025

SALARY : R498 816 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)

CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western

Cape Government

REQUIREMENTS : Relevant Honours Degree in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences,

Environmental Law, Town and Regional Planning, Environmental Sciences or

related fields. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Land use and

environmental legislation; environmental planning and land use planning

processes; Law reform and the formulation of policy; Governmen t

administrative processes and procedures; Project management. Skills needed:

the following: Sound interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and

written); Policy formulation and drafting; Planning, organising and report

writing; Professional and meticulous; Computer Literacy; Time management –

must be able to meet strict deadlines; Must have the ability to work well within

a team, to work under pressure and to work independently.

DUTIES : Coordination and participation in policy and law reform processes; Promote

and facilitate stakeholder engagement; Policy research and analysis;

Specialist advice, awareness raising and capacity building; It will be

advantageous to have experience in the following: Implementation of planning

and/or environmental legislation and policies; Policy and law reform processes

related to development planning and environmental management; Strategic

initiatives, such development of strategies, and strategic environmental and

land use planning projects; Study/courses in policy formulation and legislative

drafting.

ENQUIRIES : Ms A Rossouw Tel No: (021) 483 2900