Senior Administrative Officer: Support Services (General Administrative Support Services) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

ECSS62/2026

Location:

Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute, Chief Directorate: Emergency Clinical and Services Support

REMUNERATION

R 413 001 per annum - R 486 501 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

14 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

28 Aug 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

Appropriate three-year National Diploma or Degree.

ENQUIRIES

Mr Andrew White (Andrew.White@westerncape.gov.za): 021 836 0966

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Will be required to wear a uniform. Valid (Code B/EB) driver's license (manual transmission). Must be able to perform overtime duties.

NOTE

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.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Knowledge in asset management, human resource management and labour relations. Above average Computer and Software literacy. Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Knowledge of BAS, CSD, SEB and ECM (Electronic Content Management).

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

An effective People Management (Support). Effective Finance Management in support of the OFPI. Effective supervision of the SCM, Stores and Assets in support of the OFPI. Effective and efficient Contract Management. Liaison between Service provider, Staff, Contract Manager, Facility Manager and Section Heads.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate Supervisory experience. Appropriate experience in Administration, Finance, Supply Chain and Contract Management. Appropriate experience in LOGIS and EPS (Electronic Procurement System).

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.