Parliament and Cabinet Support Officer at Gauteng Department of Human Settlements

REQUIREMENTS :

• Matric/ Grade 12 or equivalent, undergraduate Diploma/ Degree in Public Administration/ Management or any other relevant qualification (NQF level 6/7 as recognized by SAQA).
• 3 – 5 years’ experience at entry level management (Assistant Director/ Middle management level).
• Knowledge of Ministry operations will be an added advantage. Computer Literacy as well as good communication skills (both written and verbal) is essential. Proven management competencies. Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the Minister’s portfolio.
• Working knowledge of the political and parliamentary process in South Africa. Proven Policy analysis and development experience. In addition, applicants must have good planning, resource management skills, be a team player, able to work under pressure and be willing to travel.  

DUTIES :

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Monitoring events in the Parliament/ the legislature to identify matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the Minister.
• Monitor events in Cabinet/ Executive Council to identify matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the Minister.
• Render an efficient and effective Parliament service.
• Co-ordinate and control movements between the Pretoria and Cape Town Offices and Parliamentary sessions (where applicable).
• Knowledge of the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/ policies and other documents to ensure that the application thereof is understood correctly.