​Executive Assistant (IRC6875) at Parliament of The Republic of South Africa

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

• Operations Management Support
• Information and Records Management
• Research and information gathering
• Technical Administrative Support
• Co-ordination, logistical and Liaison support

TO QUALIFY, YOU MUST HAVE:

• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce / Business Science / Public Administration or related qualification (NQF Level 7)
• Have five (5) years’ relevant experience

You must also demonstrate:

• Excellent report writing skills
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Excellent information gathering skills 
• Results driven
• Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal)
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Framework and FMPPLA in South Africa
• Knowledge of database development and records management practices and principles
• Knowledge of National Treasury regulations, norms and standards and understanding of Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Performance and Reporting within the Public Sector
• Knowledge of all relevant legislation and controls within the public finance environment
• Knowledge of the government in South Africa, its structures and administration
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to engage effectively at all levels (written and verbal)
• Knowledge and understanding of the sensitivities within a political environment
• Excellent computer literacy skills including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Oracle
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, structures, systems and directives in Parliament and the appropriate protocols
• Agile with excellent problem-solving skills
• Tact and Diplomacy
• Ability to work within a highly pressured environment

You will be required to:

• Work very closely and collaboratively with the Personal Secretary, office Manager, and other team members supporting the Secretary to Parliament (STP) to ensure seamless, integrated, and effective support is provided to the STP at all times
• Often work extra-ordinary hours and in a highly pressurised environment
• Travel from time to time