Office Manager: Provincial Public Works, Ref No. DOI 71/2025 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to render an office manager service to the Deputy Director-General (DDG). 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in rendering executive support functions to top management.

Recommendation    

• None. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Manage engagements; Render line administrative support services; Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents for the Senior Manager/Deputy Director-General (DDG); Provide support to the Senior Manager/Deputy Director-General (DDG) with regard to meetings; Manage resources of the office of the Senior Manager/Deputy Director-General (DDG); Remains up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to his/her work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the Senior Manager/Deputy Director-General (DDG). 

Competencies    

• Knowledge and understanding 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; Broad knowledge of all aspects pertaining to line functions within the Department. Skills in the following: Research; Analytical thinking; Financial Management; Project Management; Managerial; Computer Literacy; Communication; Problem solving; Presentation; Conflict resolution; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people
• at different levels and from different backgrounds; Sound organisational skills; Good people skills; Basic written communication skills; Aptitude to work with computers.