Office Manager: Office of the Chief Director: Service Delivery Management and Coordination, Ref No. DSD 56/2026 at Western Cape Social Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) or higher; A minimum of 3 years experience in rendering executive support functions to top management.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service reporting procedures; Modern systems of governance and administration; Policies, regulations, internal arrangements and procedures; SMS Manual; Financial Manual; Administrative and financial management; Budget control and management; Procurement and tender administration; Human resource management; All aspects pertaining to line functions within the Department;
• Skills needed: Research; Analytical thinking; Financial Management; Project Management; Managerial skills; Proven computer literacy; Witten and verbal communication; Problem solving; Conflict resolution. 

DUTIES :

• Manage engagements: Ensure that the management support staff compiles programmes; Render line administrative support services: Develop and maintain systems in the office of the Chief Director’s Office that will contribute towards improving efficiency in the office; Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents for the Chief Director: Conduct research and compile comprehensive documents (not linked to a specific line function) for the Chief Director with regard to issues forthcoming from meetings; Provide Support to the Chief Director with regards to meetings; Screen documents to determine actions/information/documents required for the meeting;
• Manage resources of the of office of the Chief Director: Determine and collate information with regards to the budget needs of the office of the Chief Director; Remains up to date with regards to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to his/her work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the Chief Director: Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly.