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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LEGISLATION DEVELOPMENT

Department of Local Government · western cape

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

7 September 2026

Reference

LG 20/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Local Government

Location

Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government.

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration or Law; A minimum of 3 years middle management experience. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: The Constitution and Local Government suite of Legislations-ie. Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000, Municipal Structures Act, 117 of 1998; Political Environment; Drafting legislation; Human Resource Management; Financial Management. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Good interpersonal and decision-making; Supervising staff; Planning and Organising; Language; Research; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

Support Municipalities with the development, review and/or implementation of Local Government legislation and legal instruments; Develop comments on National Bills, Provincial Bills, Policies and/or Draft Regulations; Development and Amendment of Provincial Legislation, coordinating procedural matters pertaining to councils; Provide advice on Legislation and facilitate execution of statutory mandates of MEC for Local Government; Capacitation and training to councilors and/or municipal officials; Monitor implementation of financial recovery plans; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub-directorate; People Management; Financial Management; Strategic Management.

Enquiries

Mr K Makan Tel No: (021) 483 4365

Closing Date

2026-09-07T23:59:00+02:00

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Requirements

·An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration or Law
·A minimum of 3 years middle management experience
·Competencies: Knowledge of the following: The Constitution and Local Government suite of Legislations-ie
·Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000, Municipal Structures Act, 117 of 1998
·Political Environment
·Drafting legislation
·Human Resource Management
·Financial Management
·Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
·Communication (written and verbal)

Key Duties

·Support Municipalities with the development, review and/or implementation of Local Government legislation and legal instruments
·Develop comments on National Bills, Provincial Bills, Policies and/or Draft Regulations
·Development and Amendment of Provincial Legislation, coordinating procedural matters pertaining to councils
·Provide advice on Legislation and facilitate execution of statutory mandates of MEC for Local Government
·Capacitation and training to councilors and/or municipal officials
·Monitor implementation of financial recovery plans
·Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the sub-directorate
·People Management
·Financial Management
·Strategic Management

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LEGISLATION DEVELOPMENT position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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