Assistant Director: Physical Protection, Ref No. POCS 07/2026 Western Cape

Western Cape Department: Police Oversight and Community Safety is actively recruiting for a Assistant Director: Physical Protection, Ref No. POCS 07/2026 position in Western Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Public Service / Government sector looking to advance their careers.

• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Public Service / Government • Location Preference: in Western Cape

The Assistant Director: Physical Protection, Ref No. POCS 07/2026 position is an important role within the Public Service / Government sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

This role in Public Service / Government offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

When applying for this Assistant Director: Physical Protection, Ref No. POCS 07/2026 position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Public Service / Government field • Any certifications or specialized training

The Public Service / Government sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

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Remuneration    

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

Job Purpose    

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to facilitate the administration and coordination of support services for the effective provision of security services to Western Cape Government departments.

Minimum Requirements    

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher); PSIRA registration minimum Grade B; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas    

Coordinate the provisioning of security services to safeguard Provincial Government assets, including employees, property and visitors; Manage and oversee the performance of outsourced security service providers across departments; Coordinate planning, reporting and performance management activities for physical protection; Managerial functions.

Competencies    

Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements. Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); People Management; Project Management; Conflict Management; Communication skills (written and verbal); Contract management; Problem solving; Numeracy; Literacy; Accounting / Finance / Audit.