OFFICE MANAGER: RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (ELSENBURG/STELLENBOSCH)
Provincial Administration: Western Cape · western cape · Department of Agriculture
- Closing date
- 19 October 2026
- Reference
- AGR 41/2026
- Salary band
- R 573 897
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Provincial Administration: Western Cape Location: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government Salary: R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09) Requirements: An appropriate 3-year post school qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years' experience in rendering executive support functions to top management; A valid code EB or higher driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service Regulatory Framework; Policies and priorities of provincial and national government; Modern systems of governance and administration; Executive support function which include liaising with national/provincial ministers, national/provincial ministries, Office of the Premier and Office of the Provincial Standing Committee; Financial and people management; Information and records management; Relevant software packages; Intergovernmental and international relationships. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer literacy; Language skills; Analytical; Basic research; Financial management; Communication (written and oral); Presentation; Organising and planning; Interpersonal; Problem solving; Conflict resolution; Research. Duties: Manage Research Project Process of Programme; Render line administrative support services; Manage resources in the office of the Chief Director: Research and Technology Development Services; Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents; Provide support to the Chief Director with regard to meetings; Remain up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to his/her work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support. Application instructions: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co Enquiries: Dr F Vries at (072) 776 4708 Closing Date: 2026-10-19T23:59:00+02:00
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Requirements
- ✓An appropriate 3-year post school qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher qualification)
- ✓A minimum of 3 years' experience in rendering executive support functions to top management
- ✓A valid code EB or higher driving licence
- ✓NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply
- ✓Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Service Regulatory Framework
- ✓Policies and priorities of provincial and national government
- ✓Modern systems of governance and administration
- ✓Executive support function which include liaising with national/provincial ministers, national/provincial ministries, Office of the Premier and Office of the Provincial Standing Committee
- ✓Financial and people management
- ✓Information and records management
Key responsibilities
- •Manage Research Project Process of Programme
- •Render line administrative support services
- •Manage resources in the office of the Chief Director: Research and Technology Development Services
- •Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents
- •Provide support to the Chief Director with regard to meetings
- •Remain up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts/policies and procedures applicable to his/her work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support