Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs & Sport Jobs

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Museum Officer: Satellite Museum Lwandle Migrant Labour, Ref No. CAS 21/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/26
Reference Number
WCG250415-8
Tracking Number CAS 21/2025
Job Title Museum Officer: Satellite Museum Lwandle Migrant Labour, Ref No. CAS 21/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 7
Enquiries Ms L Hutton at (021) 483 9703
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to oversee, facilitate and preserve the natural and cultural history within the museum context.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant experience.

Recommendation
None.

Key Performance Areas
Governance and administration of the museum as well as related activities; Facilitate, present and implement public programmes and relations; Engage in research and implement exhibitions; Assist with the promotion and marketing of the museum; People Management.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: History, purpose and functions of museums in society, including their potential for national building and tourism development; Museum ethics; Current primary, secondary and field history research techniques of selection, evaluation and exhibition of objects of material culture or the presentation of living history; Collections management (information management) and preventive conservation; Education methodology in museums; Project planning and management, including financial management; Legislation, policy and regulations relating to sector; Government-driven service improvement initiatives such as “Batho Pele.

Skills in the following: Ability to motivate own ideas and approaches; Ability to breakdown problems into manageable parts and identify solutions; Ability to listen well and be receptive to the ideas of others; Ability to manage conflict; Ability to communicate (verbally or in writing) with ease and confidence; Ability to speak in public and make presentations to large or small groups; Ability to review and critique research reports; Ability to critique exhibition guides; Ability to comprehend complex ideas, theories to concepts by analysing copious information from desperate sources.

Remuneration
R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Cultural Officer: Cultural Promotion, Ref No. CAS 20/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/26
Reference Number
WCG250415-7
Tracking Number CAS 20/2025
Job Title Cultural Officer: Cultural Promotion, Ref No. CAS 20/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 7
Enquiries Ms L Jeptha at (021) 483 9722
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town – CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render financial, operational management and administration of facility bookings contributing towards the development and promotion of arts and cultural activities in the Western Cape.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Arts.

Recommendation
Experience of the following: Community liaison; Client management; Electronic systems; 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.

Key Performance Areas
Financial, operational management and administration of facility bookings; Management of correspondence, enquiries and complaints; Provide administrative and technical support to the component; Management of basic research into best practice models into management of similar facilities and recording the findings; Give input into policies and frameworks related to the usage of the cultural facilities and facilitate the implementation thereof; Management of information (storage / filing); Collect, analyse, compile and update data of all bookings as well as revenue collection related to the seven cultural facilities.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Project Management (application of the key principles).

Skills needed: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Written and verbal communication; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration
R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

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
Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand & Acquisition Management, Ref No. CAS 24/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/26
Reference Number
WCG250415-15
Tracking Number CAS 24/2025
Job Title Supply Chain Management Practitioner: Demand & Acquisition Management, Ref No. CAS 24/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 7
Enquiries Mr S Andrews at (021) 483 9559
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to procure goods and services through effective and efficient acquisition management processes in line with Constitutional principles and legislation.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year experience in Supply Chain/ Acquisition Management environment.

Recommendation
Experience in bids; 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.

Key Performance Areas
Provide a bid administration function; Render support services during the development of specifications / Terms of Reference (TOR); Provide additional support to the Division Demand and Acquisition Management Unit; People Management.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Policy development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA; National Treasury regulations (NTR’s), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions-PTI’s); General Conditions of the Contract; Contract Management Guidelines; Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and PPPFA Regulations. BEE; Procurement activities; Procurement policies/procedures/contract management; Document management Enterprise Content Management (ECM), inclusive of registry services and policy and procedures governing these functions; Report writing.

Skills in the following: Interpersonal skills; Numeracy; Analytical; Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills; Problem Solving; Decision Making; Project Management; Accounting Finance and Audit; Information
Technology; Economic, financial analysis; Strategic Planning.

Remuneration
R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Supply Chain Management Clerk: Logistics, Contracts and Performance Management, Ref No. CAS 23/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/26
Reference Number
WCG250415-14
Tracking Number CAS 23/2025
Job Title Supply Chain Management Clerk: Logistics, Contracts and Performance Management, Ref No. CAS 23/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 5
Enquiries Ms D Arendse at (021) 483 9561
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sports, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render supply chain management (SCM) clerical services.

Minimum Requirements Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
Recommendation
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.

Key Performance Areas
Perform clerical tasks in the creation of orders for goods and services; Render clerical actitivites in the processing of payments; Monitor, analyse and determine actions to ensure proper contract administration; Update and maintain SCM registers; Provide support to line function.

Competencies
A good understanding of the following: Supply Chain Management; Policy development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act-PFMA; National Treasury regulations (NTR’s), Provincial Treasury Directives/Instructions-PTI’s); General Conditions of the Contract; Contract Management Guidelines; Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and PPPFA Regulations. BEE; Procurement activities; Procurement policies/procedures/contract management; Document management Enterprise Content Management (ECM), inclusive of registry services and policy and procedures governing these functions.

Skills needed: Report writing; Written and verbal communication.

Remuneration
R 228 321- R 268 950 per annum (Salary Level 5)

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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Supply Chain Management Clerk: Asset Management, Ref No. CAS 22/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/26
Reference Number
WCG250415-13
Tracking Number CAS 22/2025
Job Title Supply Chain Management Clerk: Asset Management, Ref No. CAS 22/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 5
Enquiries Mr G Cloete at (021) 483 8294
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sports, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render supply chain management (SCM) clerical services.

Minimum Requirements Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
Recommendation
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.

Key Performance Areas
Rendering asset management clerical tasks; Update and maintain asset registers; Assist with BAS/Logis Monthly Reconciliations; Identify and administer redundant, non-serviceable and obsolete moveable assets for disposal; Request and receive quotations is respect of asset acquisitions and disposals; Monitor, analyse and determine actions to ensure proper asset and disposal management; Provide support to line function.

Competencies
A good understanding of the following: Supply Chain and Asset Management; Asset Management Guidelines; Supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and PPPFA Regulations. B-BBEE; Procurement activities; Asset management policies and procedures /procurement policies and procedures; Document management Enterprise Content Management (ECM), inclusive of registry services and policy and procedures governing these functions.

Skills needed: Report writing; Written and verbal communication.

Remuneration
R 228 321- R 268 950 per annum (Salary Level 5)

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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Administration Clerk: Support Service, Ref No. CAS 19/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/05
Reference Number
WCG250327-8
Tracking Number CAS 19/2025
Job Title Administration Clerk: Support Service, Ref No. CAS 19/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 5
Enquiries Ms Z Ismail at 021 483 9695 / Zahraa.Ismail@westerncape.gov.za
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town – CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render an administrative support service to Heritage Western Cape and Heritage Resource Management Services.

Minimum Requirements Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).
Recommendation
Experience in Microsoft Office packages; 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.

Key Performance Areas
Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component and to the public entity Heritage Western Cape; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Competencies
Relevant job knowledge; Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Good written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Interpersonal skills.

Remuneration
R 228 321- R 268 950 per annum (Salary Level 5)

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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Heritage Officer: Archaeology, Paleontology and Meteorites, Ref No. CAS 18/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/05
Reference Number
WCG250327-6
Tracking Number CAS 18/2025
Job Title Heritage Officer: Archaeology, Paleontology and Meteorites, Ref No. CAS 18/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 7
Enquiries Ms W Dhansay at (021) 829 3221/Waseefa.Dhansay@westerncape.gov.za
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for competent and qualified individual to provide heritage services in terms of Archaeology, Palaeontology and Meteorites.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) Social history, Archaeology or related discipline; 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.

Recommendation
Experience in Microsoft Office packages

Key Performance Areas
Process applications received in terms of the NHRA (25 of 1999); Provide specialist advice on applications and appeals with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites; Provide a secretariat service to HWC for APM/IACOM; Monitoring and enforcement of compliance in terms of heritage policies with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites; Manage a provincial heritage conservation service in terms of Section 38 development applications with regard to archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites (APM); Provide professional/ technical assistance to other departments/ units.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Training in archaeology, and related disciplines; Human resource Management; Management of Finance in line with the PFMA.

Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Project Management; Development of systems and databases; Planning and organising; Conflict resolution.

Remuneration
R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Heritage Officer: Built Environment (2 posts available), Ref No. CAS 17/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/05
Reference Number
WCG250327-4
Tracking Number CAS 17/2025
Job Title Heritage Officer: Built Environment (2 posts available), Ref No. CAS 17/2025
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 7
Enquiries Ms W Dhansay at (021) 829 3221/Waseefa.Dhansay@westerncape.gov.za
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for competent and qualified individual to provide heritage services.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Architecture, History, Art History, Town and Regional planner, Engineering, Building Sciences, Social history, Archaeology, Palaeontology or related discipline; 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.

Recommendation
None.

Key Performance Areas
Processing application for permits, impact assessment and appeals received in terms of the National Heritage Resources Act (Act 25 of 1999) and other relevant legislation; Develop proposals for formal protection of heritage resources; Monitor and enforce compliance with permits and conditions of impact assessments and other aspects of legislation; Provide professional/ technical assistance/ advice and undertake advocacy on heritage matters; Provide professional/ technical assistance to other departments/ units.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Training in Architecture, Anthropology, History, Art History, Town and Regional planning, Engineering, Building Sciences, or related disciplines.

Skills needed: Computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Analytical thinking; Project Management; Development of systems and databases; Planning and organising.

Remuneration
R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

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 submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to 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.

Assistant Director: Library Services, Metropole, Ref No. CAS 27/2024 R1

Closing Date
2025/05/05
Reference Number
WCG250318-1
Tracking Number CAS 27/2024 R1
Job Title Assistant Director: Library Services, Metropole, Ref No. CAS 27/2024 R1
Department Cultural Affairs and Sport
Salary level 9
Enquiries Ms R Mouton at (044) 814 1481
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Cape Town, CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to oversee and coordinate regional library service delivery (library material and equipment, professional guidance and training and project implementation) in a control area.

Minimum 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.

Recommendation
Experience in Library Collection development.

Key Performance Areas
Oversee the administration and provision of library material and equipment in a control area; Asset management (assets and disposals) in a control area; Provide professional guidance and training in a control area; Project implementation and library planning in a control area; Financial management; People management.

Competencies
Knowledge of Collection development; Planning and organising; Interpersonal relationships; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Supervision; Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration
R 468 459 – R 561 894 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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

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