Administrative Officer: Auxiliary Service, Ref No. LG 02/2026

Job Purpose

The Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render comprehensive administrative support to handle general office administration.

Minimum Requirements

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

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Coordinate GIAMA and Accommodation Management matters; Landline and Telephone Administration; Training and Awareness Support; Supervise human resource staff.

Competencies

Knowledge and understanding of the following: Occupational Health and Safety Act; Public services act, Regulations and Code of conduct; Batho Pele principles; GIAMA; Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; public service procedures, processes and systems; Regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Good organization and planning; Interpersonal and communication; Analytical thinker; Computer skills Word for Windows, Excel and Powerpoint; Decision-making; Minute taking; Conflict Resolution; Ability to work in a team and independently.

Remuneration

R 338 106 – R 398 277 per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition 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 attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. 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.

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