Job Requirements
An appropriate Degree (NQF 7) or higher qualification as recognised by SAQA, A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Senior Managerial level; Completion of the Pre-entry SMS Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) submitted prior to appointment. Competencies: Proven knowledge of the following: Proven knowledge of and working experience of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies, and best practices relevant to the line functions of the Chief Directorate; Information and Knowledge Management Systems; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development and Strategic Management; Governance and administration; Broad understanding of global, regional and local political, economic and social dynamics affecting the Western Cape Government; Labour relations legislation, regulations, and best practices; Performance Management Systems and Frameworks. Core Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership; People Management and Empowerment; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; Change Management. Skills: Numeracy; Computer literacy; Project Management; Accounting/ Finance/ Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Strategic Planning.
Duties
Strategic Management, advice and guidance will entail the following: Manages (develop, implement, evaluate and adjust) programme/ projects that lead to the achievement of the long-term strategic objectives of the organisation; Initiate, execute, coordinate and support social crime prevention projects in the Western Cape; Provide an integrated information and research management framework / system towards safer communities in the Western Cape; Provide 292 civilian oversight over law enforcement agencies, including a support service to the WCPP Ombudsman; Build capacity within communities against crime through increasing levels of consciousness, institutionalising structures for community participation, empowering community policing and establishing uniformed partnerships with communities or decrease the levels of crime and levels of perception of crime. Strategic Management and Change Management will entail the following: Define and continuously review the purpose, objectives, priorities and core activities of the Chief Directorate to ensure strategic alignment and organisational relevance; Drive the Chief Directorate’s strategy, including the development, planning and management of strategic and business plans; Evaluate performance on an ongoing basis against predetermined key measurable objectives, targets and standards, ensuring continuous improvement; Provide strategic reports and advice on matters of substantial importance to support executive decision-making; Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and prescripts, with specific emphasis on proper and compliant record-keeping; Lead change management initiatives to strengthen organisational adaptability, operational efficiency and stakeholder responsiveness; Foster and promote a culture of innovation, encouraging new approaches, continuous learning and improved service delivery within the Chief Directorate. People Management will entail the following: Recruitment and Selection. Employee Development; Performance Management; Capacity Building; Labour Relations and Discipline Management; Financial Management; Budget participation and preparation; Financial reporting, accountability and proper record keeping; Procurement compliance; Contract Management; Strategic alignment; Asset Management; Contract Management; Risk Management.
What is the Salary
R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), all–inclusive salary package
Location
Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government
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
Apply Before:
26 January 2026
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