Yasmine Jacobs

September 1, 2025

Assistant Director Strategic Support WCMD 18/2024 R1

  • Position: Assistant Director: Strategic Support
  • Reference No.: WCMD 18/2024 R1
  • Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Department: Mobility Department
  • Salary: R468,459 – R561,894 per annum
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Closing Date: 29 September 2025
  • Apply Here: Apply Online

The Western Cape Government seeks a strategic professional to enhance departmental management operations. This role requires adaptability to handle tight deadlines and irregular working hours in a dynamic government environment.

Job Opportunity

In this full-time role, you will develop strategic documents (Performance Plans, Business Plans), align departmental objectives with provincial/national goals, coordinate reporting cycles and service improvement programs, and manage operational frameworks and team leadership tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop strategic documents (Performance Plans, Business Plans)
  • Align departmental objectives with provincial/national goals
  • Coordinate reporting cycles and service improvement programs
  • Manage operational frameworks and team leadership tasks

Qualifications and Experience

  • National Diploma/B-Degree in Strategic Management, Transport Policy/Economics
  • 3+ years strategic planning experience
  • Valid Code B driver’s license (transport alternatives considered for disabled candidates)

Preferred Skills

  • Strategic planning expertise
  • Policy framework knowledge
  • Advanced report writing
  • Project management capabilities
  • Digital literacy (MS Office proficiency)

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the Western Cape Government’s official recruitment portal. Ensure all required documentation accompanies your submission.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 29 September 2025.