Personal Assistant: Local Government Public Finance, Ref No. PT 10/2025

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 325 000 - 383 000; Full time

Job summary

The Western Cape Government is seeking a Personal Assistant to the Provincial Treasury. This role involves providing administrative and secretarial support, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Medical assistance

Housing assistance

Pension-fund contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in office administration.
• Valid driving licence (Code B or higher).

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support services.
• Support manager with budget administration.
• Liaise with diverse people.

Skills

Interpersonal relations

Written and verbal communication

Customer Service Orientation

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate)

Accredited secretarial diploma

Administrative qualification (NQF level 5)

Job description

Closing Date 2025/06/17

Reference Number WCG250509-1

Tracking Number PT 10/2025

Job Title Personal Assistant: Local Government Public Finance, Ref No. PT 10/2025

Department Provincial Treasury

Salary level 7

Enquiries Ms V Coetzee at [phone]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to support the units in administration, secretarial and budget related tasks.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) plus an accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in office administration and rendering support to Senior Manager; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

Willigness to work irregular hours and travel if and when needed.

Key Performance Areas

Rendering administrative support services; Provides secretarial/receptionist service to the manager; Provide support to manager regarding meetings; Supports the manager with the administration of the budget; Analyse the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures; Relevant software packages; Basic financial administration.

Skills needed: Interpersonal relations; Written and verbal communication; Customer Service Orientation; Team player / membership; Ability to work effectively in a dynamic office; Ability to work in a highly pressured environment; Ability to liaise with diverse people; Attention to detail.

Remuneration

R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews 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.

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.