This vacancy has closed. It closed on 7 September 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

Office of the Premier

Department of the Premier

Reference number: DOTP 86/2026
Salary: R487 196 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 7 September 2026
Circular: No 29 of 2026

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B Degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. Competencies: Knowledge of international relations and diplomacy; Knowledge of protocol; Knowledge of South Africa’s foreign policy; Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Knowledge and understanding of policy development, monitoring and review processes; Knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration; Knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems; Knowledge and understanding of the regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury; Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day; Knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Knowledge and understanding of performance management in general; Skills: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management.

Duties

Maintain and manage sound International Relations; Provide strategic guidance and advice regarding International Relations; Support stakeholders management and networking; Provide administrative support to the component.

Where to send your application

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries

Mr R Thyssen @ Roderick.Thyssen@westerncape.gov.za Tel No: (021) 483 4256

Note

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 29 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 14 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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