Job Description

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to provide a general administrative support service in support of the departmental CRU.
The successful candidate will be required to travel away from Head Office from time to time. This may necessitate travel between Elsenburg, Cape Town and/or department district offices in the province. Remote working is not a possibility.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).
Recommendation
None.
Key Performance Areas
Provide procedural and basic policy advice to internal clients; Provide an office administration service; Provide logistical support; Provide a typing service; Provide a reception service. The following will be advantageous: Relevant tertiary qualification and relevant experience.
Competencies
A good understanding of the following: Organisational structure of the Department; Departmental procedures; Corporate governance requirements, with particular reference to prescribed plans and committees (in as far as they relate to the work of the CSC); Provincial policies, service level agreement and service schedules in terms of which the working relationship with the CSC is managed. A working knowledge of the business of the CSC. Skills in the following: Computer literacy (E-mail, internet, MS Office); Communication skills (written and verbal); Interpretive and formulation skills; Analytical thinking; Basic statistical and numeracy skills; Networking; Interpersonal skills; Planning and organizing; Problem solving; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; A valid driving licence (Code B).
Remuneration
R 228 321 - R 268 950 per annum (Salary level 5)
Note on remuneration: 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
This post is based at the Head Office of the Western Cape Department of Agriculture at the farm Elsenburg, roughly halfway between Klapmuts and Stellenbosch. Public Transport is generally not available, and transport to/from work will be the responsibility of the employee.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews and a practical on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences.
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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