Director: Partnership Development and Institution Capacity Building, Ref No. DSD (104/2026)

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,317,000 - 1,335,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Government invites applications for the role of Director: Partnership Development and Institution Capacity Building. This senior position focuses on developing strategic partnerships and managing capacity-building programmes across departments and partners in the Western Cape.

The role requires an NQF level 7 qualification or equivalent and at least 5 years of middle/senior management experience, with a strong emphasis on governance, stakeholder engagement and programme delivery.

Qualifications

• A relevant NQF level 7 qualification or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of 5 years' middle/senior management experience.

Responsibilities

• Line Management: provide strategic guidance to promote inter-departmental and stakeholder relationships.
• Stakeholder management: liaise with other departments, governments and partners to establish engagement frameworks.
• Develop and implement capacity building programmes for non-profit organisations.
• Strategic management: drive planning, review performance and ensure compliance with legislation.
• People management: recruit, develop, and evaluate staff; promote workforce planning.
• Financial management: oversee budgeting, procurement, contracts and asset management; ensure efficient spending.

Skills

Strategic management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

People management

Financial management

Education

NQF level 7 qualification

Job description

Director: Partnership Development and Institution Capacity Building, Ref No. DSD (104/2026)

Details

Closing Date 2026/11/30

Reference Number WCG260904-6

Tracking Number DSD 104/2026

Job Title Director: Partnership Development and Institution Capacity Building, Ref No. DSD (104/2026)

Department Social Development

Salary level 13

Enquiries Mr. M Hewu @ (021-483 3054) / [e-mail]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City CAPE TOWN

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Government is seeking to employ a self-motivated individual to create and sustain strategic partnership and manage institution capacity building programmes.

• A relevant NQF level 7 qualification or equivalent as recognised by SAQA;
• A minimum of 5 years' middle/senior management experience.

Recommendation None

Key Performance Areas

Line Management:

Strategic management, advice and guidance in respect of the following functional areas: Promote inter-departmental, intergovernmental and stakeholder relationships. Stakeholder Management: Perform a liaison role between the department in its relations with other departments and governments., Develop a framework for engagement and protocols with respect to relevant stakeholders, Ensure regular communication to stakeholders on emerging policy issues with regard to social work and community development issues. Leverage resources and elicit the implementation of public private partnership (PPP) projects: Business Development, Elicit the implementation of PPP business projects for the department, Develop and implement collaboration projects between government and partners, Develop and implement frameworks regarding linkages with private business partners (social responsibility) to enhance the business of the department, Create a conducive environment for the funded organisation to do business with government, Promote social entrepreneurship. Formulate and manage institution capacity building (ICB) programmes: Institution Capacity Building, Participate in the formulation of policy/legislation at national and provincial levels (including policy education), Ensure ICB governance structures are developed and maintained, Develop and manage a capacity enhancement plan with respect to the non-profit organisations (NPO), Develop and maintain a management system for the registration of all NPOs, Monitor the implementation of norms and standards in respect of all business partners.

Strategic Management (including change management)

Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate, Drive the Directorate’s strategic planning process, Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate, Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards, Report to the Chief Director on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate and on matters of substantial importance relating to operational managagement support, Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts in respect of adequate and appropriate record keeping of the activities of the Directorate, and of the resources (people, finances and assets) employed by it, Foster and promote a culture of innovation within the Directorate, and the Department, Diligently perform all duties assigned to the post of Director.

People Management:

Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s Business Plan, Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery, Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate, Monitor information capacity building within the Directorate, Ensure involvement in the compilation of a workforce plan, a service delivery improvement programme, and an information resources plan for the Directorate, Promote sound labour relations within the Directorate, Actively manage and promote the maintenance of discipline within the Directorate.

Financial Management:

Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level, Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Directorate, Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure, Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Directorate, Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Directorate, Ensure that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Directorate and Department, Report to the Chief Director and relevant oversight role players/committees on all aspects of the Directorate’s finances, Assume overall accountability for the management, maintenance and safekeeping of the Directorate’s assets, Assume direct accountability for ensuring that appropriate risk management procedures are in place and adhered to for the Directorate, Ensure that full and proper records of the financial affairs of the Directorate are kept in accordance with any prescribed norms and standards.

Knowledge:

Proven knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions, Proven knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function, Proven knowledge and understanding of programme and project management, Proven knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes, Proven knowledge and understanding of policy development, and strategy management, monitoring and review processes, Proven knowledge and understanding of modern systems of governance and administration, Proven knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems, Proven knowledge and understanding of the global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape, Proven knowledge and understanding of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector, Proven knowledge and understanding of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes,Proven knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements, Proven knowledge and understanding of the functioning of the Province and the activities of sister departments, Proven knowledge and understanding of the policies of the government of the day, Proven knowledge and understanding of Labour Relations legislation and regulations, Proven knowledge and understanding of performance management in general.

Skills:

Numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literacy, Language skills, Project Management, Accounting/ Finance/ Audit, Strategic Planning.

Strategic Capability and Leadership, Project and Programme Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R 1, 317 384.00 per annum (Salary Level 13) [Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer's contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to personal needs.]

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.