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ADMINISTRATION CLERK: OFFICE OF THE HOD

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM • Western Cape Government • Ref: DEDAT 52/2025

Salary

R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)

Requirements

    Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Competencies: A good
    understanding of the following: Basic Accounting systems (BAS), Departmental
    Delegations (preferably DEDAT) and Supplier Data Bases; Provincial
    procurement processes; Business and organisational structure of the
    department; Basic departmental/provincial financial systems and procedures.
    Skills in the following: Sound communication (written and verbal); Proven
    computer literacy MS Office (Word, Excel, Power point and Outlook); within
    quick turnaround times; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work under pressure and
    problem solve issues; Understanding of meeting protocol; Ability to coordinate
    high level inquiries and responses; High level of professionalism; A valid code
    B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving
    abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Duties

    Liaise and report on the status of high volumes of internal and external and
    enquiries to the Head of Department and the Ministry liaison. Provide general
    procurement coordination; Responsible for maintaining and managing the
    office filing system (physical and electronic); Coordinate and render support
    pertaining to administrative matters; Assist with the procurement, planning and
    coordinating strategic engagements, forums, and workshops (internal and
    external); Track and record all incoming and outgoing documents to and from
    the office of the Head of Department using a centralized database; Facilitate
    travel arrangements, process and review BAS and Subsistence & Travel (S&T)
    claims. The following will be advantageous: Diploma in Office Administration
    (NQF Level 6); Practical experience in the following: Providing clerical support
    services with the use of Excel spreadsheets for capturing, tracking, and
    reporting of data and information; The procurement of venues and
    conferencing facilities for executive engagements, workshops and/or forums
    with external stakeholders; General administration; Procurement in line with
    Provincial Treasury circulars; Checking correctness of subsistence and travel
    of officials and submit to managers for approval; Minute taking; Asset
    management checking officer duties; Leave administration duties for the office;
    The use of MS Teams, MS Planner, OneDrive and SharePoint as part of routine
    clerical support services.

Enquiries

Ms C Titus Tel No: (021) 483 4842

How to Apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Source: PSV CIRCULAR 35 OF 2025 • Posted: 2025-09-30 • Closing: 2025-10-20