Administrative Support Officer: Cape Catalyst (3 year contract), Ref No. DEDAT 29/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 338,000 - 398,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Cape Government's Department of Economic Development and Tourism is seeking an Administrative Support Officer: Cape Catalyst on a 3-year contract in Cape Town CBD to provide administrative support within the Directorate Research and Development.

The role requires an NQF level 6 qualification (or higher) and at least 1 year of research-related experience. The salary level is 7, with a total package of around R338,106 to R398,277 per annum, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualification at NQF level 6 or higher.
• Minimum 1 year of research-related experience.
• Competent in administrative support and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Render line administrative support services.
• Support economic research.
• Coordinate reporting activities and maintain the relevant systems.
• Provide documentation and information control for the Directorate.

Skills

Report writing

Organising and planning

Diary management

Accuracy and numeracy

Communication

Content design

Analytical thinking

Monitoring, evaluation and reporting

Interpersonal relations

Problem-solving and presentation

Education

NQF level 6 or higher qualification

Tools

PowerBI

Office Suite

SharePoint

Job description

Administrative Support Officer: Cape Catalyst (3 year contract), Ref No. DEDAT 29/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/11/30

Reference Number WCG261016-1

Tracking Number DEDAT 29/2026

Job Title Administrative Support Officer: Cape Catalyst (3 year contract), Ref No. DEDAT 29/2026

Department Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Salary level 7

Enquiries Ms Tshegang Chipeya at [phone]

Job Type Contract

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town - CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to render administrative support services within the Directorate Research and Development.

A qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 1 year research related experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Render line administrative support services; Support economic research; Coordinate reporting activities and maintain the relevant systems; Provide documentation and information control for the Directorate.

Knowledge of the following: Provincial and national strategic planning strategies and frameworks; Application of relevant software packages, including PowerBI, Office Suite and SharePoint; Relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures.Skills in the following: Report writing; Organising and planning; Diary management; Accuracy and numeracy; Communication (written and verbal); Content design; Analytical thinking; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Interpersonal relations; Problem-solving and presentation.

Remuneration

R 338 106 – R 398 277 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits (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 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 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.