ADMINISTRATION CLERK: INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

Job Overview

The Department of Local Government within the Western Cape Government is seeking an Administration Clerk for Integrated Development Planning (Reference: LG 25/2026). The position offers a salary of R237 453 to R279 708 per annum (Level 05). Key requirements include a Grade 12 certificate, knowledge of public service and local government legislation, data capture abilities, and computer literacy. Responsibilities involve providing administrative and financial support for integrated development planning, supporting municipal IDP actions, assisting management with meetings, and interpreting departmental policies.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
• Knowledge and understanding of clerical duties, practices, data capture, computer operation, and collecting statistics
• Knowledge of the legislative framework governing the public service
• Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment
• Knowledge of legislation and policy frameworks applicable to local government, the Constitution, and Municipal Structures
• Knowledge of the functioning of local government and sub-directorates
• Skills in numeracy, computer literacy, and job knowledge
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal relations, flexibility, teamwork, creative thinking, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to integrated development planning with regard to administrative, financial, human resource management and communication needs
• Provide administrative support to IDP support actions to municipalities on integrated development planning
• Provide administrative support to the Director and middle managers regarding meetings
• Support middle managers with administration
• Study relevant public service and departmental prescripts, policies, and other documents to ensure the application thereof is understood

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