The North West Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) has opened a wide range of vacancies across multiple directorates. These North West COGTA Vacancies offer excellent entry-level and skilled career opportunities for job seekers interested in governance, traditional leadership administration, development work, corporate services and public management.
Applications must be submitted before 12 December 2025 at 16h00, using the prescribed new Z83 form, accompanied by a detailed CV.
Vacancy Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | North West Department of Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs (COGTA) |
| Closing Date | 12 December 2025 at 16h00 |
| Location | Various centres across North West Province |
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: INDIGENOUS & INITIATION SCHOOL MANAGEMENT
Reference: 45/25-26
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6) in:
- Indigenous Knowledge Management
- Anthropology
- Cultural Studies
- History
- Socio-Cultural Anthropology
- Minimum 1-year relevant experience
- Valid driver’s license
Key Competencies
Knowledge of:
- Customary Initiation Act, Traditional & Khoi-San Leadership Act
- Customary laws and succession
- Children’s Act, PAJA, PAIA, North West Traditional Governance & Framework Act
Skills: - Report writing, facilitation, analysis, cultural sensitivity, public participation, interpersonal relations
Duties
- Preserve traditional communities’ indigenous information
- Provide administration and secretariat support to Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee
- Maintain initiation schools database
- Support functions relating to cultural practices and traditional leadership
Enquiries
Ms N Lethwane | Tel: (018) 388 4652
PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Reference: 46/25-26
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Diploma (NQF 6) in Secretarial Studies / Office Management / Office Administration / Management Assistant
- Minimum 1-year secretarial/administrative experience
- Valid driver’s license
Duties
- Manage Chief Director’s diary and correspondence
- Provide administrative and logistics support
- Maintain filing systems and safeguard documents
- Render reception and secretarial services
Enquiries
Ms M Lehoko | Tel: (018) 388 5483
FINANCIAL & ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK: TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Reference: 47/25-26
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Greater Taung
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Computer literacy
- No experience required
Duties
- Render secretarial and administrative support
- Provide supply chain and financial administration support
- Maintain filing systems (manual & electronic)
Enquiries
Mr S Ruthoane | Tel: (018) 388 4494
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (X4)
Reference: 48/25-26
Salary: R269 499 per annum (Level 06)
Centres:
- Mahikeng (Ward 5)
- Bojanala Rustenburg (Ward 4)
- DR RSM Taung (Ward 21)
- DR KK JB Marks (Ward 32)
Note: Applicants must reside in the respective municipal ward.
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Diploma/Degree (NQF 6) in:
- Community Development
- Public Management
- Local Government
- Business Administration
- Social Sciences
- Development Studies
- Valid driver’s license
- No experience required
Duties
- Link communities with government
- Conduct service delivery needs assessments
- Compile household and community profiles
- Promote community participation and advocacy
Enquiries
Mr EPF Makhene | Tel: (018) 388 4668
RECEPTIONIST: PDMC
Reference: 49/25-26
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Computer literacy
- No experience required
Duties
- Operate switchboard and assist front desk
- Manage PMDC boardroom bookings
- Update Disaster Incident Register
- Provide administrative support
Enquiries
Mr Mosiane | Tel: (018) 388 1056
ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT CLERK
Reference: 50/25-26
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Computer literacy
- No experience required
Duties
- Provide clerical and administrative support
- Maintain job evaluation and job description registers
- Support organisational design and assessment processes
- Maintain filing systems
Enquiries
Mr JN Matukana | Tel: (018) 388 4820
SECRETARY
Reference: 51/25-26
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Computer literacy
- No experience required
Duties
- Provide reception and secretariat support
- Handle switchboard operations
- Monitor correspondence
- Provide logistics and administrative support
Enquiries
Ms M Maseka | Tel: (018) 388 2890
PERSONNEL REGISTRY CLERK
Reference: 52/25-26
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Matric Certificate
- Computer literacy
- No experience required
Duties
- Maintain secure personnel records
- Implement electronic & manual repository systems
- Handle registry administration and mail
- Maintain confidentiality
Enquiries
Mr Motswamasimo | Tel: (018) 388 4781
DRIVER / MESSENGER
Reference: 53/25-26
Salary: R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
Centre: Head Office
Requirements
- Grade 10
- Valid driver’s license & PDP
- No experience required
Duties
- Maintain vehicle condition and cleanliness
- Record trips and logbooks
- Transport documents, goods and passengers
- Provide clerical and messenger support
Enquiries
Mr O Phakedi | Tel: 018 388 1631
CLEANER (X5)
Reference: 54/25-26
Salary: R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
Centres: Phokeng, Lehurutshe, CCP, Lowe, Disaster
Requirements
- Grade 10
- No experience required
Duties
- Perform cleaning and housekeeping services
- Manage waste disposal
- Maintain cleaning materials
- Report maintenance issues
Enquiries
Mr O Phakedi | Tel: (018) 388 1631
How to Apply for North West COGTA Vacancies
Submit applications to:
Director: Human Resource Management
Private Bag X2145
Mmabatho, 2735
Or hand-deliver to:
Telkom Building, 3366 Bessemer Street, Industrial Site, Mafikeng
(Behind the Crossing Shopping Complex)
Email for communication (not for submissions):
nwcogtarecruit@nwpg.gov.za
Application Requirements
- New Z83 form (completed and signed)
- Comprehensive CV with three contactable referees
- No need to attach qualifications for initial application
- Shortlisted candidates must bring certified documents
Important Notes
- Closing Date: 12 December 2025 at 16h00
- Late applications will not be considered
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
For full details, visit the North West COGTA recruitment office or refer to the departmental notice.
If you meet the requirements and want to contribute to governance and community development in the province, submit your application for these North West COGTA Vacancies before the deadline.