Secretary - DARDLEA/2026/08/79 at Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs

MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of Public Service legislative frameworks, policies and processes. Good interpersonal and organizational skills. Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Advanced Computer literacy packages such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word, Group Wise Internet etc. Good research and analytical skills. Ability to work in a team and independently. Willingness to occasionally work after hours when needed. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 plus a recognised Secretarial Diploma or related qualification. Experience in rendering secretarial/administrative support services. Driver’s license will be an added advantage.

DUTIES

• Overall management of the office administration functions in the Directorate. Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Senior Manager.
• Compile realistic schedules of appointments. Provide administrative support services in the Office of the Senior Manager. Provide support to senior manager regarding meetings.
• Record minutes and communicates to relevant role-players. Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings when required.
• Support the manager with the administration of the Office Budget. Collect and coordinate all the documents that relate to the Director/Chief Director's budget.
• Remain up to date with regard to the policies and procedures applicable to senior manager work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the Senior Manager. Remain abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the office of the Director.