The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government, is seeking a qualified Web Developer to enhance its E-Government services for citizens. This is a permanent position (Ref: DOTP 05/2025) with an annual salary of R444,036 (Level 09). The role is based in the Western Cape and requires an appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification and a minimum of 3 years of experience in a web development environment. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Drupal 10, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and API integration. Key responsibilities include open-source development, systems analysis, infrastructure maintenance, quality control, and client collaboration. Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 03 March 2025.
POST: WEB DEVELOPER: E-GOVERNMENT FOR CITIZENS
REFNO: DOTP 05/2025
SALARY: R444 036 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government
CLOSING DATE: 03 March 2025
REQUIREMENTS:
- An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in web development environment.
- Recommendation: A valid (code B or higher) driving license.
- NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
- Competencies: Knowledge of the following: An understanding of the Drupal 10architecture, including its core modules, themes, and configuration management system; Strong PHP programming skills, including object-oriented programming and PHP frameworks; Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; Database design principles and SQL for querying; Understanding of web servers such as Apache or Nginx; Understanding of deployment processes such as Composer; API integration; Skills needed: Proficiency in programming languages, database systems, software development methodologies, and version control systems; Ability to analyse problems, identify root causes, and develop innovative solutions; Strong analytical skills to understand requirements and propose effective solutions and Communication (Written and Verbal)..
DUTIES:
- Open-Source Development; Systems Analysis and Specification Development; Infrastructure Maintenance and Administration; Quality Control and Documentation; Client Engagement and Collaboration; Project Management and Governance; Technical Support and Troubleshooting..
ENQUIRIES: Mr R Fakier at [email protected]
APPLICATIONS:
To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.
NOTE:
All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel.
Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00.
Should you experience any difficulties with your online application you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214.
All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department.
Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments).
The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools.
The nominated 175 candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post.
The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS.
The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days).
Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-preentryprogramme/ Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications.
Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful..
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