Administration Clerk: Departmental Communication, Ref No. WCMD 95/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 237,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Mobility Department, part of Western Cape Government, invites applications for an Administration Clerk to support the Departmental Communication sub-directorate. The role requires the ability to work under pressure and irregular hours while meeting tight deadlines.

Salary level 5 with permanent, full-time employment in Cape Town. Shortlisted candidates undergo assessments and reference checks as part of the process.

Qualifications

• Clerical duties and data capture abilities.
• Understanding of Public Service legislative framework.
• Proficiency with computer and basic office tasks.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Render general clerical support services.
• Provide supply chain clerical support within the component.
• Provide personnel administration clerical support within the component.
• Provide financial administration support within the component.

Skills

Computer

Planning and Organising

Language

Verbal and Written Communication

Job Knowledge

Interpersonal Relations

Flexibility

Teamwork

Routine Tasks

Office Equipment

Work Under Pressure

Irregular Hours

Job description

Details

Closing Date 2026/11/30

Reference Number WCG261021-6

Tracking Number WCMD 95/2026

Job Title Administration Clerk: Departmental Communication, Ref No. WCMD 95/2026

Department Western Cape Mobility Department

Salary level 5

Enquiries Ms R Majiet at [phone]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town - CBD

Job Purpose

The Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government (WCG) have an exciting employment opportunity for a suitable qualified and competent individual to render administrative support services to the Sub-Directorate Departmental Communication. The successful incumbent must be able to work under pressure, willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• Render general clerical support services
• Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component
• Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component
• Provide financial administration support services in the component

A good knowledge of the following

• clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, and operate computer
• Procedures in terms of the work environment
• Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service

Skills in the following

• Computer
• Planning and Organising
• Language
• Good Verbal and Written Communication
• Job Knowledge
• Interpersonal Relations
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
• Ability to perform routine tasks
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Willingness to work irregular hours and meet tight deadlines

Remuneration

R 237 453- R 279 708 per annum (Salary Level 5)

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 o 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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.