Administrative Officer: Knowledge and Information ManagementWestern Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or equivalent qualification) at NQF level 6.;
• A minimum of 1-year relevant administrative support experience in a knowledge and information management working environment.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge and working experience in the following:
• Management Strategy Framework; implement the DPSA Determination and Directive on the Implementation of Knowledge and Data Management in the Public Service of 2024; implement the DPSA Determination and Directive on the Implementation of Knowledge Management in the Public Service of 2025; implement the White Paper on Transforming Public Service Delivery, 1997 (Batho Pele White Paper); use information systems that support the management of knowledge and information relating to the line function; manage public service procedures, processes and systems; perform office administration and database management; manage information and records; perform administrative procedures and processes; use computer-based information systems; use relevant software packages and computer programmes effectively;
• Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions; conduct economic, financial and statistical analysis; perform legal administration;
• Other: communicate effectively; conduct basic research; analyse information; plan and organise activities; solve problems; deliver presentations; research and analyse documents; work effectively under pressure; work irregular hours when required; meet tight deadlines.

Duties

• Provide support in the provision of knowledge and information management services;
• Render high level administrative support services to the Directorate;
• Provide support to stakeholder engagements and interactions;
• Render personnel, financial and supply chain management support services to the Sub-Directorate;
• Participate in complying with PAIA and POPIA regulations through research and development.

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Notes from the department

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date.
• Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.
• All shortlisted candidates 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.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department by applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
• Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
• Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00.
• Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214.
• For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
• Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.