Administrative Officer, Ref No. WCMD 103/2025 R1

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) suitably qualified and competent individuals to provide high level administrative support services to the Sub-directorates Winelands and Central Karoo and the Sub-directorate Metro and WestCoast to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of the Directorate: Land Transport Integration and Oversight; The two successful incumbents must be able to work under pressure, willingness to travel frequently and work irregular hours to meet tight deadlines

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in an administrative support environment. and a valid code B (or higher) driving license; Note: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities but have reasonable access to transport may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Provide high-level administrative support in the oversight and implementation of Land Transport Services; render high-level administrative support services; Remains up to date with legislation, prescripts, policies, procedures and processes applicable to the work terrain; Render financial support services; Render research support services; supervisory functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Transport related regulatory, policies and frameworks; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999 ,National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Public service procedures, processes and systems; Relevant software packages and sound application of relevant computer programmes; General office administration and database management; General support systems; Information and Record Management/Administration.

Skills needed: Numeracy, Literacy, Computer Literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Economic, Financial and Statistical Analysis; Legal Administration; Basic Research; Analytical; Organising; Planning; Time Management; Problem-solving

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 will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

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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