Personal Assistant: Traffic Management; Ref No. WCMD 16/2026

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a secretarial support service to the Chief Director: Traffic Management. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification; A minimum of 3 years experience in rendering a support service to management/ senior management.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Chief Director; Renders administrative support services; Provides support to Chief Director regarding meetings; Supports the Chief Director with the administration of the Chief Director’s budget; Studies the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly.

Competencies

Knowledge of and working experience with the legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Knowledge and understanding of information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Knowledge and understanding of project management; Knowledge of operational management practices; Knowledge and understanding of procurement and tendering processes; Knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems; Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Knowledge and understanding of public service procedures, processes and systems; Knowledge of administrative procedures and processes; Knowledge of general Office Administration and Database Management; Knowledge of Information and Record Management; Knowledge of relevant software packages and sound application of relevant computer programmes.

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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