Personal Assistant: Local Government Public Finance, Ref No. PT 10/2025

Full job description

Job Purpose

Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to support the units in administration, secretarial and budget related tasks.

Minimum Requirements

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 relevant experience in office administration and rendering support to Senior Manager; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

Willigness to work irregular hours and travel if and when needed.

Key Performance Areas

Rendering administrative support services; Provides secretarial/receptionist service to the manager; Provide support to manager regarding meetings; Supports the manager with the administration of the budget; Analyse the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures; Relevant software packages; Basic financial administration.

Skills needed: Interpersonal relations; Written and verbal communication; Customer Service Orientation; Team player / membership; Ability to work effectively in a dynamic office; Ability to work in a highly pressured environment; Ability to liaise with diverse people; Attention to detail.

Remuneration

R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition 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 submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Industries:Government Administration

Function: Others