ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICER: VULNERABLE GROUPS

Job Overview

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government, is hiring an Administrative Support Officer: Vulnerable Groups under reference DSD 86/2026 with a salary range of R338 106 – R398 277 per annum. Candidates require an NQF level 6 qualification and at least one year of relevant experience, along with competencies in public service procedures, financial management, governance, and administration. Responsibilities include rendering line administrative support, coordinating monitoring and evaluation activities, assisting with supply chain and financial administration, and liaising on administrative matters.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher)
• A minimum of 1-year relevant experience
• Working knowledge and understanding of legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices bearing on line functions
• Knowledge of information systems aiding knowledge and information management
• Knowledge of project management operational management practices
• Knowledge of procurement and tendering processes
• Knowledge of policy development, operational management, monitoring and review processes
• Knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration
• Knowledge of Public Service procedures, processes and systems
• Knowledge of regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting the Western Cape provincial government
• Knowledge of constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector
• Knowledge of public finance, human resources and discourse management processes
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, and other financial policies
• Knowledge of Labour Relations legislation and regulations
• Knowledge of performance management in general
• Numeracy skills
• Computer literacy
• Language skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Time management skills
• Communication skills
• Research skills
• Ability to work under pressure

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Render line administrative support services
• Assist management support staff in all administrative duties
• Co-ordinate monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities and maintain relevant systems
• Provide support to the Directorate for supply chain management
• Provide support on financial administration management
• Render advice and liaise regarding administrative matters

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