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Psychometrist: Provincial Assessment Centre
Closes Monday 19 October 2026
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Psychometrist to deliver competency assessment services at the Provincial Assessment Centre. Requires NQF 8 degree in Psychology and HPCSA registration.
- Plan, administer, score and process competency assessments; interpret results and provide feedback to panels, individuals and managers.
- Provide psychometric advisory services, conduct research on assessment tools, develop solutions and compile trend analysis reports.
- Maintain assessment-centre records, databases and resources; contribute to project planning, monitoring and quality assurance.
- Must have: Four-year post-school qualification in Psychology, Industrial Psychology or Educational Psychology at NQF 8; registration as Independent Psychometrist with HPCSA; valid Code 8 driving licence.
- Must have: Knowledge of Health Professions Act, HPCSA Code of Ethics, Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations Act, POPIA, PAJA, PAIA, research methods and statistics.
- Must have: Strong analytical, communication, report-writing, interview and interpersonal skills; proficiency in MS Office and assessment-centre systems.
- Based at Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government. Closing date not specified in the advert.
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Requirements
- Applicable four-year post-school qualification in Psychology, Industrial Psychology or Educational Psychology at NQF 8;
- Registration as an Independent Psychometrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA);
- A valid Code 8 driving licence.
- Competencies:
- Knowledge of the following:
- Health Professions Act, 1974;
- HPCSA Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Psychometrists;
- Employment Equity Act, 1998;
- Labour Relations Act, 1995;
- POPIA, 2013;
- PAJA, 2000;
- PAIA, 2000;
- HPCSA policies and training requirements; classification of psychological tests;
- SIOPSA code of practice;
- Continuous Professional Development requirements;
- Maintenance of professional registration through participation in Continuous Professional Development;
- Culture and leadership theory and models; organisational performance and organisation development; public management theory and practice; mentoring/coaching; research methods and statistics; statutory public-service framework;
- Skills in the following:
- Analytical and critical reasoning; basic numeracy; conceptual and interpretive skills; diagnostic and innovative problem-solving skills;
- Planning and organising; project management; research skills; proficiency in MS Office and assessment-centre related systems;
- Strong verbal and written communication, report writing and presentation skills; interviewing and listening skills;
- Interpersonal, networking, conflict-management, negotiation, persuading and influencing, mentoring and coaching skills.
Duties
- Deliver competency assessment services, including assessment planning, preparation, administration, scoring and processing;
- Interpret assessment results and provide feedback to panels, individuals and development line managers;
- Provide psychometric advisory services, expert input and behavioural/assessment-related interventions;
- Conduct research on psychometric tools and practices, develop psychometric solutions, and compile trend analysis reports;
- Ensure ethical, professional and legislative compliance in all psychometric activities;
- Maintain assessment-centre information, records, databases and resources, and contribute to project planning, monitoring, reporting and quality assurance;
- Contribute to psychometric project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement.
How to apply
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
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Enquiries
Ms J Roux at 082 906 5530
Notes from the department
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
- Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
- All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
- One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- 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 086 137 0214.
- 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.
As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 224 · open the PDF
POST 35/340: PSYCHOMETRIST: PROVINCIAL ASSESSMENT CENTRE REF NO: DOTP 99/2026 (X4 POSTS) SALARY: Grade 1: R741 102 - R821 070 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (OSD as prescribed) CENTRE: Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government REQUIREMENTS: Applicable four-year post-school qualification in Psychology, Industrial Psychology or Educational Psychology at NQF 8; Registration as an Independent Psychometrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA); A valid Code 8 driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Health Professions Act, 1974; HPCSA Code of Ethics and Scope of Practice for Psychometrists; Employment Equity Act, 1998; Labour Relations Act, 1995; POPIA, 2013; PAJA, 2000; PAIA, 2000; HPCSA policies and training requirements; classification of psychological tests; SIOPSA code of practice; Continuous Professional Development requirements; Maintenance of professional registration through participation in Continuous Professional Development; Culture and leadership theory and models; organisational performance and organisation development; public management theory and practice; mentoring/coaching; research methods and statistics; statutory public-service framework; Skills in the following: Analytical and critical reasoning; basic numeracy; conceptual and interpretive skills; diagnostic and innovative problem-solving skills; Planning and organising; project management; research skills; proficiency in MS Office and assessment-centre related systems; Strong verbal and written communication, report writing and presentation skills; interviewing and listening skills; Interpersonal, networking, conflict-management, negotiation, persuading and influencing, mentoring and coaching skills. DUTIES: Deliver competency assessment services, including assessment planning, preparation, administration, scoring and processing; Interpret assessment results and provide feedback to panels, individuals and development line managers; Provide psychometric advisory services, expert input and behavioural/assessment-related interventions; Conduct research on psychometric tools and practices, develop psychometric solutions, and compile trend analysis reports; Ensure ethical, professional and legislative compliance in all psychometric activities; Maintain assessment-centre information, records, databases and resources, and contribute to project planning, monitoring, reporting and quality assurance; Contribute to psychometric project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and continuous improvement. ENQUIRIES: Ms J Roux at 082 906 5530 NOTE: Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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 086 137 0214. 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.