Assistant Director: Internal Control (Governance), Ref No. WCMD 52/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 487,000 - 574,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Mobility Department within the Western Cape Government invites applications for the role of Assistant Director: Internal Control (Governance). Based in Cape Town, this permanent position focuses on operationalising governance internal control services and meeting tight deadlines under pressure.

Required is a 3-year B-Degree (or higher) with at least 3 years of relevant internal control and governance experience.

Qualifications

• An appropriate 3 year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification).
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control and governance environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the external Audit Process by AGSA; Ensure proper governance services; Render proper assurance services; Managerial functions.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Computer Literacy

Written and verbal communication

Project Management

Accounting, Finance and Audit

Finance Management

Conflict Management

Risk Management

Planning

Organising

Monitoring and Evaluation

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Reports Writing

Investigations

Integrity

Ability to work under pressure

Education

B-Degree or higher

Job description

Assistant Director: Internal Control (Governance), Ref No. WCMD 52/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Reference Number WCG260918-4

Tracking Number WCMD 52/2026

Job Title Assistant Director: Internal Control (Governance), Ref No. WCMD 52/2026

Department Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level 9

Enquiries Mr Riaan Wiggill [phone]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to operationalise Governance Internal Control services to the Western Cape Mobility Department. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

An appropriate 3 year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in an internal control and governance working environment;

Recommendation None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage the external Audit Process by AGSA; Ensure proper governance services; Render proper assurance services; Managerial functions.

Knowledge an understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Rendering of proper governance services; External audit processes by AGSA; Rendering of proper assurance services; Policy development and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Policies of the government of the day; Public Finance Management Act, 1999, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements.

Skills needed: Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Finance Management; Conflict Management; Risk Management; Planning; Organising; Monitoring and Evaluation; Decision-making; Problem-solving; Reports Writing; Investigations; Interpretation; Ability to work under pressure; Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Remuneration

R 487 197- R 573 897 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition 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 attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.