Administration Clerk: Wards/Support (Nursing) (2 posts) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: GSH149/2026

Location: Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

REMUNERATION

R 237 453 - 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

7/10/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/24 17:00:00

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.

NOTE

Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a compulsory practical test.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent typing skills, minute taking and Computer literacy in MS Office Suite (Work, Excel, Power point, Access, Teams) and Zoom. Good planning, organizational and interpersonal skills. Soft skills in a health care setting – Discretion and Confidentiality, Emotional Intelligence, adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate Administrative Experience.

EXPERIENCE

Ensure an effective and efficient office administration and management within the Nursing Management office. Deliver an effective and efficient office administration, reception services and support to the Nurse Manager and affiliated managers and support services.Manage and maintain an effective and efficient Nursing data filing, record keeping services, which includes provision of accurate / effective typing and data capturing of human resource documentation, nursing agency timesheets, attendance of agency bookings and incident reports.Co-ordinate and assist with preparation and processes of interviews and meetings and new nursing staff appointments in the department.Provide administrative support to Nursing personnel, assist with queries and ensure effective and efficient communication.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent.

ENQUIRIES

Mrs J. Watson, tel. no. (021) 404-5161

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.