Assistant Director: Enabling Environment – Cape Town – Police Oversight And Community Safety

Assistant Director: Enabling Environment in Cape Town, join Police Oversight and Community Safety for a meaningful government job in South Africa

Published 11 September 2026
Closing Date 18 September 2026 — 0 days left
Type
Opportunity

About the Role

The Police Oversight and Community Safety department is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join their team as an Assistant Director. This role is based in the vibrant city of Cape Town, where you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the effective implementation of youth training programmes aligned with the Western Cape Safety Plan. This position is crucial for enhancing community safety and fostering a secure environment for the youth, making a tangible impact on the lives of residents in the Western Cape.

As an Assistant Director, you will be at the forefront of managing funding support and coordinating partnerships that enhance safety and security initiatives. Your work will not only support the development of vital programmes but also contribute to the overall mission of promoting public safety within the community. This role is perfect for those who are passionate about public service and want to make a difference in their local area.

About the Department

The Police Oversight and Community Safety department is dedicated to fostering safety and security across the Western Cape. Their mission focuses on promoting community well-being through oversight, collaboration, and strategic partnerships. Working in this department means being part of a team that values safety, accountability, and community engagement, ensuring that every citizen can thrive in a secure environment.

This department plays a vital role in shaping policies and programmes that address the unique challenges faced by communities in the Western Cape. As a member of this team, you will contribute to meaningful initiatives that enhance public safety and support the vulnerable members of society.

What You’ll Do

  • Manage and oversee funding support for youth training programmes in alignment with the Western Cape Safety Plan.
  • Coordinate partnerships to facilitate the training and deployment of safety and security personnel.
  • Provide administrative support to management, ensuring efficient operations.
  • Facilitate the alignment, monitoring, and reporting of all activities related to the implementation of the Safety Plan.
  • Perform managerial duties to enhance the effectiveness of the department’s initiatives.

What You’ll Need

  • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma or B-Degree (equivalent or higher).
  • A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
  • Knowledge of legislation, regulatory frameworks, and policies impacting public service.
  • Familiarity with project management and operational management practices.
  • Understanding of financial management processes and public finance regulations.
  • Strong skills in numeracy, computer literacy, and project management.

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

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Requirements

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

Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Policies of the government of the day; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general.

Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit.

Job Duties

Manage and monitor the funding support and implementation of youth training programmes in line with the Western Cape Safety Plan; Coordinate partnerships to support the training and deployment of safety and security partners in alignment with the Western Cape Safety Plan; Oversee administrative support to Management; Facilitate the alignment, monitoring, and reporting of all activities related to the implementation of the Safety Plan; Managerial function.

Salary

R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09)

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 For Enquiries: Ms Thumeka Lamani Tel No: (081) 319 7676