REGISTRY CLERK: SPECIALISED AUXILIARY SERVICES
Department of Local Government · western cape · Police Oversight and Community Safety
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026
- Reference
- POCS 19/2026
- Salary band
- R 279 708
- Application method
- Email application
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Vacancy information from the employer
Department: Department of Local Government Location: Police Oversight and Community Safety, Western Cape Government Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05) Requirements: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, and a operate computer; Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service; Storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment; Understanding of the work in registry. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Language; Computer Literacy; Planning and organisation; Good verbal and written communication skills. Duties: Provide registry counter services; Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence; Render an effective filling and record management service; Operate office machines in relations to the registry function; Process documents for archiving disposal. 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: Ms Leandré Barends Tel No: (021) 483 3414 Notes: 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. 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. Closing Date: 09 November 2026
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1. Check your match
Match your CV to the 9 listed requirements using truthful examples from work, study, volunteering or projects.
2. Prepare only what is needed
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3. Tailor your evidence
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4. Submit and keep a record
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Requirements
- ✓Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification)
- ✓Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, and a operate computer
- ✓Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service
- ✓Storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment
- ✓Understanding of the work in registry
- ✓Skills in the following: Numeracy
- ✓Computer Literacy
- ✓Planning and organisation
- ✓Good verbal and written communication skills
Key responsibilities
- •Provide registry counter services
- •Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence
- •Render an effective filling and record management service
- •Operate office machines in relations to the registry function
- •Process documents for archiving disposal