Administration Clerk Production

Department of Water and Sanitation

Durban Posted 02 oct Closes 16 Oct

Type

Full-time

Pay

R237 453 per year

Experience

Entry level

Work setup

On site

Category

Admin & Office

About the job

43 (X2 POSTS) Branch: Pongola-Umzimkhulu Catchment Management Agency Division: Auxiliary Services Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Durban Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05) Reference: PUCMA Posts: 2 DUTIES Provide administrative support to Auxiliary Services. Arrange accommodation and flight bookings through service providers. Compile VA2 of the section. Record all incoming mail and invoices from Stakeholders. Prepare and compile submissions as per the request. Issuing of access cards to staff and visitors. Order access cards and keep registers. Ensure proper filing system. Perform switchboard relief duties. Ensure that customers are referred to promptly and correctly. Take messages and administer the correct distribution thereof. Supply basic information to customers regarding the Departmental services. To render administrative support through the provision of Registry services in the Provincial Office. Proper maintenance and implementation of approved filing system. Handling of incoming and outgoing mail. The controlling of insured and registered mail. Relieve on the switchboard duties. Ordering and distributing of stationery. ENQUIRIES Ms N Mdunge, Cell No: (082) 798 0422 HOW TO APPLY Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za NOTE Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Pongola-Umzimkhulu Catchment Management Agency and Mzimvubu Tsitsikamma Catchment Management Agency are Public Water Resource Management Agency, established in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act no 36 of 1998) (NWA) and National Water Policy for South Africa. It is an entity of the National Department of Water and Sanitation. Employees appointed in the CMA have similar employment terms and conditions as those of employees appointed in terms of the Public Service Act, though not employed in terms of the Public Service Act. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The agency reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the following posts, published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 dated 18 September 2026, with a closing date of 05 October 2026, have been withdrawn, Namely: Control Engineering Technician Grade A Ref No: 051026/09 and Scientific Technician Grade A Ref No: 051026/05. OTHER POSTS Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

What you need

A Senior/Grade 12 certificate. Experience in clerical and administrative duties will serve as an added advantage. A National Diploma/Degree will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of administrative procedures and policies. Computer literacy in MS word, Outlook, Excel and Power point. Knowledge of filing systems and archives. Knowledge of cell phone administration. Ability to work under pressure; strong interpersonal relations; planning and organising skills; communication (verbal and written) skills.

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