Northern Cape Provincial Treasury Invites Interested and Suitably Qualified Candidates to Apply for Administration Clerk Vacancies.
The Northern Cape Department of Provincial Treasury invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for Administration Clerk vacancies available in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District and Namakwa District. These opportunities are suitable for Grade 12 holders who are interested in working within the government sector and building experience in administration and clerical support services.
The Northern Cape Provincial Administration is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The department aims to promote equity in terms of race, gender, and disability through the filling of these posts. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Position Details
- Position: Administration Clerk
- Reference Number: S4.1/04/09
- Number of Posts: 1
- Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)
- Centre: Mothibistad (John Taolo Gaetsewe District)
The department seeks a dedicated and organised candidate to provide administrative and clerical support services within the component. The successful applicant will assist with office administration, filing systems, procurement administration, financial support, and personnel administration duties.
- Position: Administration Clerk
- Reference Number: S4.1/04/10
- Number of Posts: 1
- Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)
- Centre: Springbok (Namakwa District)
An additional Administration Clerk vacancy is available in Springbok. The successful candidate will provide general clerical support and ensure effective administrative operations within the district office environment.
These positions provide an opportunity for candidates with no previous work experience to enter the public service sector and gain valuable administrative experience.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- No previous experience required
Knowledge and Skills Required
Applicants should possess the following knowledge and skills:
- Knowledge of clerical duties and administrative practices
- Ability to capture data accurately
- Computer operating skills
- Ability to collect and maintain statistics
- Understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service
- Knowledge of office procedures and working environments
- Good organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work with documents and records
- Attention to detail and accuracy
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for providing administrative and clerical support services within the component.
General Clerical Support Services
Key responsibilities include:
- Recording, organising, storing, capturing, and retrieving correspondence and data
- Updating registers and statistics
- Handling routine enquiries
- Making photocopies
- Sending and receiving facsimiles
- Distributing documents and packages to stakeholders
- Maintaining filing systems
- Typing letters and correspondence
- Maintaining incoming and outgoing document registers
Candidates must be able to maintain accurate records and ensure proper document management procedures are followed.
Supply Chain and Procurement Support
The Administration Clerk will also assist with procurement and supply chain administration duties, including:
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement of goods and services
- Obtaining quotations
- Completing procurement forms
- Purchasing standard office items
- Controlling office stationery stock
- Maintaining the asset register for district offices
Applicants should demonstrate good organisational skills and the ability to work with office procurement procedures.
Personnel Administration Support
The successful candidates will assist with personnel administration functions such as:
- Maintaining leave registers
- Keeping personnel records updated
- Managing attendance registers
- Arranging travel and accommodation for officials
The role requires confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail when dealing with employee information.
Financial Administration Support
Additional responsibilities include:
- Capturing and updating expenditure records
- Checking subsistence and travel claims
- Submitting claims for approval
- Handling telephone accounts
- Managing petty cash administration
Candidates should be able to work carefully with financial documents and maintain accurate expenditure records.
Employment Equity
The Northern Cape Provincial Treasury is committed to employment equity and transformation in the workplace. The Employment Equity Plan of the department will guide the appointment process.
Applications from the following groups are encouraged:
- Women
- Youth
- Persons with disabilities
Why Candidates Should Apply
These Administration Clerk positions provide an opportunity for unemployed South Africans and first-time job seekers to gain valuable government work experience.
Benefits of these positions include:
- Permanent employment opportunities
- Competitive government salary packages
- Exposure to public service administration
- Office administration experience
- Career development opportunities within government departments
- Stable working environment
These entry-level vacancies are particularly suitable for matriculants and candidates seeking administrative experience in the public sector.
Application Process
Applications quoting the relevant reference number should be submitted to the Department of Northern Cape Provincial Treasury using the following methods:
Postal Applications
The Deputy Director – Human Resource Management
Department of Northern Cape Provincial Treasury
Private Bag X5054
Kimberley
8300
Hand Delivery Applications
Metlife Towers Building
Corner of Knight and Stead Streets
7th Floor, Post Office Building
Kimberley
Important Application Instructions
In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days, and Minimum Entry Requirements for Senior Management Service (SMS) positions, all applicants applying for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 are required to successfully complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is available through the NSG under the title “Certificate for Entry into SMS.” Full details regarding the programme can be accessed through the following link: National School of Government SMS Programme
Successful candidates applying for SMS positions will be required to provide proof of completion of the NSG Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme Certificate for Entry into the SMS. Candidates shortlisted for SMS posts will also be subjected to a technical exercise and a compulsory competency-based assessment as part of the recruitment and selection process.
Appointments will be subject to positive outcomes from the security clearance process as well as the verification of educational qualification certificates. Appointment to these positions will remain provisional pending the finalisation and issuing of the required security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the interview, and the social media accounts of shortlisted candidates may also be accessed during the verification process.
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement and employment contract within three months from the date of assumption of duty. In addition, successful candidates will be expected to declare to the Executive Authority all particulars relating to registrable financial interests as required by government regulations.
Applications submitted using the incorrect or old Z83 application form will not be considered. Applicants are advised that the new Z83 application form must be completed fully and signed in order for the application to be accepted. The new Z83 form can be downloaded from the official Department of Public Service and Administration website at DPSA Vacancies Portal or collected from any government department.
Applicants are not required to attach copies of qualifications or other supporting documents during the initial application stage. Only the completed and signed Z83 application form together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) must be submitted. Certified copies of qualifications, identity documents, and other supporting documentation will only be required from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo qualification verification, reference checks, security screening, and vetting processes. Non-RSA citizens and permanent residence permit holders will be required to submit copies of their permanent residence permits if shortlisted for the position.
Applicants who possess foreign qualifications are responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Proof of SAQA evaluation will only be required from shortlisted candidates before the interview process. Information regarding qualification evaluations can be obtained from the official SAQA website at SAQA Official Website
Correspondence regarding the outcome of applications may be limited to successful candidates only. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to make themselves available at the convenience of the department. The department reserves the right not to make appointments to the advertised posts.
All shortlisted candidates, including those applying for SMS positions, will be required to undertake two pre-entry assessments. One assessment will consist of a practical exercise aimed at determining the candidate’s suitability based on the technical and generic requirements of the post. The second assessment will focus on integrity and ethical conduct.
Closing Date
Closing Date for Applications: 29 May 2026
Applications received after the closing date may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.