Administration Clerk: Support Services (Reception) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

HO160/2026

Location:

Head Office, Cape Town; Directorate: Facilities Management

REMUNERATION

R 237 453 per annum - R 279 708 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

09 Oct 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

23 Oct 2026, 5:00 pm

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Senior Certificate (or equivalent).

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in general office administration functions. Appropriate experience in managing a switchboard and reception area.

NOTE

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Successful candidates may undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/ OUTPUTS)

To render an effective professional Reception and administrative support service to the Central Laundry Services. Manage communication and correspondence efficiently. Effectively and efficiently capturing all Laundry related statistics and database maintenance. Assist with enquiries and provide support.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Computer literacy in MS Word and Excel. Good written and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. Knowledge of the Western Cape Government policies and guidelines and Control Policy.

ENQUIRIES

Mr JJ Roberts, tel. no. (021) 933-0834

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.