Assistant Director: Administrative Support , Ref No. WCMD 54/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG), has an exciting employment opportunity for a suitable, qualified, and competent individual to manage and coordinate the administrative support, governance, procurement, financial management, people management, reporting, compliance, and operational support functions of the Directorate: Traffic Law Enforcement. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, have the willingness to work irregular hours, and meet tight deadlines.

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Remuneration

R 487 197- R 573 897 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

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.

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.

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) at NQF Level 6. A minimum of 5-years relevant experience in an Administrative Support working environment. 

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.