Assistant Director: Labour Market Information Statistics

Published: 23 July 2025

đź“‹Job Overview

**Are you eager to jumpstart your career in public service while making a tangible difference in your community?** The Department of Employment and Labour is calling for passionate individuals to apply for the position of **Assistant Director: Labour Market Information Statistics** at their **Provincial Office in the Western Cape**. This is your chance to engage with vital data that shapes our workforce and contributes significantly to the economic landscape of South Africa. In this dynamic role, you will take charge of managing performance information for the province, ensuring that the Department’s plans and objectives are met with precision and integrity.

Your daily tasks will involve monitoring and evaluating the implementation of Service Delivery Improvement Plans, providing the government and the public with timely and accurate performance data. You will also play a key role in consolidating and analyzing trends from quarterly performance reports, ensuring that the province stays on track to meet its targets. Additionally, you’ll oversee the resources of your division, making sure everything operates smoothly and efficiently.

Why does this job matter? Your work will directly impact the lives of South Africans by promoting accountability and transparency within the government. By ensuring that performance data is accessible and reliable, you’ll be contributing to a more effective public service that ultimately serves the needs of the community.

Your role will help the Department make informed decisions that enhance service delivery, helping to uplift individuals and families across the province. This position is particularly appealing for young people looking to establish a stable career in government. You’ll gain invaluable professional experience while developing your skills in management, data analysis, and public service.

The training and growth opportunities available in this role make it an excellent entry point into a fulfilling career in public service. You’ll not only be part of a dedicated team but also have the chance to influence positive changes in your community. If you’re ready to embrace a career that not only offers job security but also allows you to make a real difference, this Assistant Director position could be your perfect fit.

Join the Department of Employment and Labour, and be a part of a mission that values your contributions while providing a platform for your professional growth!

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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