Human Resource Clerk: Talent Sourcing (Various positions available), Ref No. DOTP 97/2026

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

Job summary

Western Cape Government, based in Cape Town, invites applications for a Human Resource Clerk: Talent Sourcing. The role supports administrative HR tasks within the Directorate: Recruitment and Selection and contributes to talent sourcing across the department.

Candidates should be proficient in MS Word and Excel, have knowledge of e-recruitment systems, and possess strong planning, communication and interpersonal skills to perform under pressure and meet deadlines in a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experience with HR administration and recruitment processes.
• Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
• Strong planning, organising and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with relevant stakeholders.
• General HR administration.
• Database Management.
• Capture and update expenditure in component.
• Recruitment and Selection Policies and Procedures.

Skills

e-recruitment system

MS Word

MS Excel

Planning & Organising

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Work under pressure

Job description

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Reference Number WCG260908-2

Tracking Number DOTP 97/2026

Job Title Human Resource Clerk: Talent Sourcing (Various positions available), Ref No. DOTP 97/2026

Department Department of the Premier

Salary level 5

Enquiries Mr. F Gerber at [phone]

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has opportunities for competent individuals that will be responsible for administrative functions within the Directorate: Recruitment and Selection.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Liaise with relevant stakeholders; General HR administration; Database Management; Capture and update expenditure in component; Recruitment and Selection Policies and Procedures.

Knowledge of the e-recruitment system and the Human Resource/Recruitment environment; Proven computer literacy in MS Word and Excel; Good planning and organising skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Remuneration

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

Note on remuneration in addition to 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 under take 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.