Personal Assistant: Social Welfare and Restorative Services, Ref No. DSD 11/2026

Personal Assistant: Social Welfare and Restorative Services, Ref No. DSD 11/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/04/13

Reference Number WCG260225-1

Tracking Number DSD 11/2026

Job Title Personal Assistant: Social Welfare and Restorative Services, Ref No. DSD 11/2026

Department Social Development

Salary level 7

Enquiries Ms L Goosen at

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render a secretarial support service to a senior manager(s).

Qualifications
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 experience in rendering a support service to senior management.

Key Performance Areas

• Provides a secretarial / receptionist support service to the manager
• Renders administrative support services
• Provides support to manager regarding meetings
• Supports the manager with the administration of the manager's budget
• Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts / policies and other documents and ensures that the application thereof is understood

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures
• Financial administration
• Written and verbal communication
• Good telephone etiquette
• Computer literacy
• Sound organisational
• Good people skills
• High level of reliability
• Good grooming and presentation
• Ability to act with tact and discretion
• Ability to do research and analyse documents and situations

Remuneration

R - R per annum (Salary level 7)

Notes

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
• All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments: one practical exercise to determine suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements, and 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 consent to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
• Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. Contact the helpline at .
• 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.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.