Administration Clerk: Logistical Services (Post available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 85/2026

Western Cape Government; George, Worcester, Overberg Test Range; On-site; ZAR 237,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Social Development within Western Cape Government is seeking an Administration Clerk: Logistical Services for permanent posts across several locations. The role supports administrative, supply chain, personnel and financial processes, contributing to efficient service delivery.

The ideal candidate should be numerate, literate and able to handle data, with good written and verbal communication, and strong organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Clerical duties, data capture and statistics collection.
• Understanding of the Public Service legislative framework.
• Ability to operate computers and manage records.

Responsibilities

• Render general administration support services.
• Provide supply chain clerical support within the Chief Directorate.
• Provide personnel administration clerical support services.
• Provide financial administration support in the Component.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Language

Presentation

Decision-Making

Computer

Written Communication

Interpersonal

Flexibility

Planning and Organising

Job description

Administration Clerk: Logistical Services (Post available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 85/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Reference Number WCG260902-4

Tracking Number DSD 85/2026

Job Title Administration Clerk: Logistical Services (Post available in various locations), Ref No. DSD 85/2026

Department Social Development

Salary level 5

Enquiries Ms E. Siljeur at Elarna [e-mail]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Metro South x3, Eden Karoo x1, Cape Winelands/Overberg x1

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Goverment has an opportunity for a suitable qualified and competent individual to render administrative support services.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• Render general administration support services
• Provide supply chain clerical support services within the Chief Directorate
• Provide personnel administration clerical support services
• Provide financial administration support service in the Component

Knowledge

• Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics;
• Working procedures in terms of the working environment;
• Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service.

Skills

• Numeracy;
• Literacy;
• Language;
• Presentation;
• Decision-Making;
• Computer;
• Good written and communication;
• Interpersonal;
• Flexibility;
• Planning and Organising.

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 be 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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.