Details Closing Date 2024/06/17 Reference Number WCG240506-10 Tracking Number LG 15/2024 Job Title Assistant Director: Legislation Development (Contract ending 31 March 2027), Ref No. LG 15/2024 Department Local Government Salary level 9 Enquiries Ms N Williamson at Nicole.Williamson@westerncape.gov.za Job Type Contract Location - Country South Africa Location - Province Western Cape Location - Town / City Cape Town, CBD Job Purpose The Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the development of local government legislation. An appropriate B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration or Law; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Public Law. Recommendation None. Key Performance Areas Development, rationalisation and review of local government legislation; Research areas of potential legislation regarding local government; Assess applicability of existing legislation; Set legislation priorities; Prepare policy on which legislation is to be based; Draft legislation; Provide local authorities with pro-active advice, guidance and support in respect of the interpretation of legislation and compliance with legislative requirements; Manage allocated financial resources for legislation development. Knowledge of the following: Local government legislation; The Constitution and local government dispensation legislation; Drafting of legislation; Programme and project management; Political environment; Financial management; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Analytical thinking; Interpersonal; Conflict management; Leadership; Research. Remuneration R 444 036 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits (Salary level 9) Note on remuneration: 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. Policy The Western Cape Government is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government. This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government. Processing Delete Account? Remove Personal Information? Cancel Request to Remove Personal Information? Terms&Conditions Incomplete Profile You need a complete profile before you can make applications. Would you like to complete your profile now? Incomplete Applications You have incomplete applications, view the application to complete Apply Nothing yet! Profile Import Options Log In Only: Just log in and do not change my profile. Import and Keep: Import my profile and update matched sections. KEEP sections that do not match. Be sure to clean up any duplicates. Import and Delete: Import my profile and update matched sections. DELETE sections that do not match. #J-18808-Ljbffr