The 56-year-old Dutch coach joins the Citizens after a brief spell as Bayer Leverkusen assistant manager.
He has previously coached in South Africa at Ajax Cape Town, and has since held assistant coaching roles at FC Twente, Royal Antwerp and Rangers.
Ulderink's new role with the Motsepe Foundation Championship side will see him 'overseeing player development and recruitment'.
A Cape Town City statement read: "Cape Town City Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Andries Ulderink as the new Director of Football, marking a new chapter in the club's football leadership.
"A highly respected figure in international football, Ulderink brings a wealth of experience from his extensive coaching and technical background across Europe and beyond. Having held key roles at clubs such as Ajax Amsterdam, Reading FC, Royal Antwerp, Bayer Leverkusen, Ulderink's expertise in player development and high-performance structures will be instrumental in shaping the club's football future."
Ulderink has expressed his delight at the move, adding: "I'm happy to be here and ready to play my part in helping this club get back to where it belongs.
"City has a proud history and incredible supporters, and I'm excited to be part of the project ahead."
Cape Town City chairman John Comitis has dismissed growing speculation linking teenage sensation Emile Witbooi with a move to Orlando Pirates, insisting the club have not been approach.
Former Orlando Pirates and Cape Town City coach Eric Tinkler has officially been unveiled as the new head coach of Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko, marking his first coaching role outside South Africa.
Former Orlando Pirates coach Eric Tinkler is reportedly on the verge of his first coaching job outside South Africa after emerging as the top candidate for new head coach of Ghanaian giants Asante Kotoko.
Cape Town City have confirmed the signing of attacker Mfundo Thikazi as the club continue to strengthen their squad ahead of the 2026/27 Motsepe Foundation Championship season.
