Assistant Director: Labour Market Information Statistics

Published: 23 July 2025

đź“‹Job Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community while building a stable career? If so, the role of Assistant Director: Labour Market Information Statistics with the Department of Employment and Labour in the Western Cape might just be the perfect opportunity for you! In this key position, you will play a vital role in managing and analyzing performance information across the province. Your daily tasks will involve monitoring and evaluating how well the department is achieving its goals, ensuring that the plans set out are being met effectively. This means you’ll be at the forefront of promoting accountability and transparency in government operations, providing timely and accurate performance data to both the government and the public. By consolidating and analyzing trends from quarterly performance reports, you will help shape the strategic direction of labour market initiatives that impact countless lives. Your work will directly benefit the community by improving service delivery in the labour market. You’ll contribute to the creation of a more informed and skilled workforce, helping to address unemployment and enhance economic opportunities for South Africans. By evaluating the effectiveness of service delivery improvement plans, you will ensure that the department remains responsive to the needs of the public, ultimately helping people find jobs and succeed in their careers. This position is not just a job; it’s a gateway into the world of government careers for young professionals. It offers a stable work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to develop valuable skills in data analysis, project management, and leadership. If you’re eager to learn and grow while contributing to meaningful public service, this entry-level role is an excellent stepping stone. Join the Department of Employment and Labour and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a real difference in South Africa. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling career path that allows you to serve your community while gaining essential experience, don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

đź“‹ Job Details

đź’° Salary: R468 459 per annum
📍 Location: Provincial Office: Western Cape
đź“§ Applications: Jobs-WC4@LABOUR.gov.za Chief Director: Provincial Operations: PO Box 872, Cape Town, 8000 or hand deliver at: Department of Employment and Labour, No.9 Long Street, Cnr Riebeeck and Long Street, Cape Town.
âť“ Enquiries: Mr. Q Bowman Tel No: (021) 441 8120

📝Requirements

Three (3) year National Diploma (NQF6)/ Undergraduate Bachelor Degree (NQF7) in Social Science/Economics/Statistics. Two (2) years supervisory experience. Two (2) years functional experience in labour market data processing/statistics. Valid Driver’s Licence. Knowledge: Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and relevant prescripts, Departmental policies and procedures, Batho Pele Principles, Statistics and Data software packages, Functioning of DEL Labour Centres and Business Units, Labour market dynamics, Labour legislation. Skills: General management, Project management, Communication, Computer Literacy, Research, Interpersonal Relations, Leadership, Data analysis, Analytical, Innovative.

⚡Key Duties & Responsibilities

Manage performance information of the provinces in the Department of Employment and Labour, in order to ensure that the pre-determined plans and objectives of the organisation are provincially monitored and successfully achieved in line with the applicable government prescripts. Promote accountability and transparency by providing Government and the public with timely, accessible, accurate and quality assured provincial performance system; Monitor and evaluate implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans. Assist in consolidating and analysing trends recorded through quarterly performance reports against targets. Manage all the resources of the division.

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