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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Chief Language Practitioner
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO112/2025
  Directorate: Communications
 
Experience:
Appropriate experience in translation, editing, proofreading and project management in a public sector communication context.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate three-year degree in Translation and Editing with English-Afrikaans language combination.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Manage the translation, editing and proofreading services of the Language Unit. Oversee project management and workflow for language services. Supervise and support language practitioners within the unit. Ensure alignment with the language policy of the Western Cape Government. Maintain quality standards across all language outputs. Provide strategic support to the DD: Strategic Communication.
 
Enquiries:
Mr D Evans, tel. no. (021) 483- 3080
 
Competencies (knowledge/ skills):
Proven ability to manage the delivery of language services, including translation, editing and proofreading. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans. Sound knowledge of language policy implementation within the public service. People management and workflow coordination abilities. Analytical and problem-solving skills. Fluency in English and Afrikaans. High levels of computer literacy (MS Office / Office365; Adobe InDesign advantageous). Strong interpersonal and project management skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities. Excellent attention to detail.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and work after hours.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 468 459 - R 551 523 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
6/20/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 7/4/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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