Administration Clerk: Strategic Planning and Coordination, Ref No. POCS 05/2026

Job Purpose

The Department of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government (WCG) has an opportunity for a competent individual to render administrative support services in respect of departmental strategic planning and reporting processes in the Department.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation

N/A

Key Performance Areas

Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment. Skills needed: Planning and Organising; Writing and Reporting; Working with People; Adhering to Principles and Values; Relating and Networking; Problem Solving and Decision Making; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit; Communication (written and verbal); Budgeting and Financial Management.

Remuneration

R 237 453 – R 279 708 perannum (Salary level 5).

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 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 will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be 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 are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. 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.

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