Assistant Director: Head of Department Support - Cape Town at Western Cape Government

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree/equivalent or higher) in Public Administration/Management, Human Resource Management, Office Administration or Office Management; A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory level experience.

Recommendation    

• A valid code B driving licence

Key Performance Areas    

• Render administrative support services: Supporting the manager with the administration of the budget. Communication and liaison: Liaise with National/Provincial/Local Government officials and the general public; Render personal support to the Head of Department; Collate and analyse information requested by the Head of Department; Provide support in the collection of data and execution of research; Handle specific documents of a very sensitive nature. Management and supervision: Perform the role of supervisor: Disciplining, performance management, mentoring and determining of workload of staff. Assist the manager in the execution of its inter and intra governmental responsibilities.

Competencies    

• Knowledge in the following: Public Service reporting procedures; Modern systems of governance and administration Policies, regulations, internal arrangements and procedures;  Administrative and financial management; Budget control and management; Human resource management; Broad knowledge of all aspects pertaining to line functions within the Department. Skills needed: High level of Communication (verbal and written); Interpersonal relations; Self-management and motivation; Planning, organising and people management. following abilities: Working under pressure; Work independently, lead and be part of a team; Deal with enquiries, complaints pertaining to a wide variety of functions/activities.