PERSONAL ASSISTANT: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES (ELSENBURG)

Job Overview

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government, is hiring a Personal Assistant for Operational Support Services based in Elsenburg (Ref No: AGR 42/2026). The role requires a Grade 12 certificate plus an NQF Level 5 secretarial or administrative qualification, along with at least 3 years of experience supporting senior management. Responsibilities include providing secretarial and receptionist support, managing administrative tasks, supporting meetings, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with departmental policies. Applications must be submitted online.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification)
• Accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on NQF level 5 or relevant higher tertiary qualification
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in rendering secretarial/administrative support services to management/senior management
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, prescripts, and procedures
• Knowledge of basic financial administration
• Ability to run and maintain a record management system
• Knowledge of procurement of goods and services
• Ability to properly record minutes and decisions at meetings
• Advance knowledge of relevant software packages
• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Report writing skills (submissions and letters)
• Planning and organising skills
• Research and analytical skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide a secretarial and receptionist support service to the manager
• Render administrative support services
• Provide support to the manager regarding meetings
• Support the manager with the administration of the manager's budget
• Study relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts, policies, and other documents to ensure proper application

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