ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROTOCOL SERVICES

Job Overview

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government, is hiring an Assistant Director: Protocol Services (Ref No: DOTP 36/2026). Responsibilities include assisting with the planning and execution of the Premier's diary, facilitating special projects, supporting international relations visits, and performing managerial tasks. Candidates must hold an NQF level 6 qualification, have at least 3 years of relevant experience, possess a valid code B driving license, and demonstrate strong project management, administrative, and financial competencies. The salary ranges from R487 197 to R537 897 per annum.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification)
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience
• A valid code B (or higher) driving license (People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply)
• Working knowledge of legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies, and best practices bearing on line functions
• Knowledge of information systems aiding knowledge and information management
• Knowledge of project management, operational management practices, and procurement processes
• Knowledge of policy development, operational management, monitoring, and review processes
• Understanding of modern systems of governance, administration, and public service procedures
• Knowledge of regional and local political, economic, and social affairs impacting the PGWC
• Knowledge of constitutional, legal, and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector
• Understanding of public finance, human resources, discourse management, PFMA, and National/Provincial Treasury regulations
• Knowledge of labour relations legislation, performance management, and government policies
• Skills in numeracy, computer literacy, language, project management, accounting, finance, and audit

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning, coordinating and execution of the Premier's diary commitments with internal and external stakeholders
• Facilitate special projects of the Premier
• Support Directorate International Relations in the planning for incoming and outgoing international official visits
• Perform managerial functions

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