Language Practitioner (IsiXhosa)

Western Cape Department of Health
R 397 116 - R 467 790 a year
Cape Town, Wes-Kaap
1 day ago
Closing Date
2025/09/08

Reference Number
WCG250729-6

Tracking Number
CAS 33/2025

Job Title
Language Practitioner (IsiXhosa): Translation and Interpreting Services, REF NO. CAS 33/2025

Department
Cultural Affairs and Sport

Salary level
8

Enquiries
Ms M Davidson at Meryl.Davidson@westerncape.gov.za

Job Type
Permanent

Location - Country
South Africa

Location - Province
Western Cape

Location - Town / City
Cape Town, CBD.

Job Purpose
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render language services for the Western Cape Government related to English and IsiXhosa.


Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year relevant work experience.


Recommendation
None.


Key Performance Areas
Render language advisory services; Translate documents in the official languages; Edit documents; Facilitate provision of interpreting services; Develop and record terminology; Compile and maintain databases relating to language matters; Perform administrative tasks; It will advantageous to be well versed in English and IsiXhosa.


Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Profound working knowledge of English and IsiXhosa; Editing and translation of documents; Editing and translation of documents; Terminology development.


Skills in the following:

Excellent written and verbal communication in English and isiXhosa; Excellent language skills; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Strong planning and organisational skills.



Remuneration
R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)


Note on remuneration: 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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.


Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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