DSRAC invites applications for the position of General Assistant

Eastern Cape Department of Sport Arts

The Eastern Cape Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of General Assistant to be located at Albany Museum (Makanda). The position offers an annual salary of R138 486 – R163 131 (Level 02, all-inclusive remuneration). Candidates must possess a Grade 8 certificate, ABET Level 4, or NQF Level 1–3 with no prior experience required. Ability to read and write, good interpersonal and communication skills, and self-motivation are essential. A valid driver’s licence and prior experience in general assistant duties will serve as added advantages.

Successful applicants will handle document delivery, photocopying, transport services, cleaning of offices, kitchens, restrooms, and venues, as well as assist with meetings and functions. Applications must be submitted via the provincial e-Recruitment system at https://ecprov.gov.za or https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za, or hand-delivered to designated centres, including Albany Museum at 40 Somerset Street, Makanda. The closing date is 14 November 2025. Only a fully completed and signed Z83 form and detailed CV are required at the application stage. Shortlisted candidates will submit certified documents on the interview day. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POSITION: General Assistant
REFERENCE NUMBER: DSRAC 04/10/2025
SALARY: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 02), all-inclusive
LOCATION: Albany Museum, Makanda
CLOSING DATE: 14 November 2025

Requirements:

  • Grade 8 certificate or ABET level 4 or NQF level 1 – 3 with no experience.
  • Performing General Assistant duties will be an added advantage.
  • Must be able to write and read.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated.
  • A valid driving licence will be an added advantage.

Duties:

  • Ensure prompt delivery and safe keeping of information.
  • Delivery of documents within and other departments.
  • Photocopying and faxing documents.
  • Render transport services for provincial library staff.
  • Ferry officials and stakeholders to departmental events.
  • Report all defects to the relevant official.
  • Perform general assistant work.
  • Load and off-load furniture, equipment, and any other goods to relevant destination.
  • Collection and delivery of items and correspondence.
  • Collect and deliver mail to various offices.
  • Load and offload furniture, equipment, and any other goods to relevant destinations.
  • Assist in making photocopies.
  • Paste notices on notice board.
  • Provide cleaning services.
  • Clean offices, boardroom, and walkways.
  • Clean relevant workstations (workshops and exhibition rooms).
  • Clean general kitchen.
  • Clean restrooms (check toilet paper).
  • Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment.
  • Report broken cleaning machines and equipment.
  • Clean machines (microwaves, vacuum) and equipment after use.
  • Request cleaning material.
  • Prepare venue for functions and meetings.
  • Prepare and wash all utensils to be used (kettle, cups, saucers, glasses, and jugs).
  • Prepare tea during meetings.
  • Assist during functions.
  • Perform any other duties related to general assistant work that may arise or tasked by the supervisor.

Enquiries:
P. Cimi Tel No: (046) 622 2313 – Albany Museum (Makanda)
e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za

CLOSING DATE: 14 November 2025

APPLICATIONS:
Applications must be submitted via one of the following options:
(i) Provincial e-Recruitment system available at: https://ecprov.gov.za (under Careers) and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The system is available 24/7 and closes at 23:59 on the closing date. To report any challenges pertaining e-Recruitment System, send an email with your ID Number, your profile e-Mail Address and the details of the issue to: erecruitment@ecsrac.gov.za. Do not submit any CVs to this email address; should you do so, your application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered.

OR submit via one of the following options: direct to a specific relevant centre:

  • Head Office: Qonce
    Enquiries – Mr. Y. Dlamkile Tel: 043 492 1386 / Mrs. R. E. Swartbooi Tel: 043 492 0949 / 1400
    Hand deliver to: No. 5 Eales Street, Wilton Zimasile Mkwayi Building, Qonce, 5605
  • Amathole Museum: Qonce
    Enquiries. F. Kigozi – 043 642 4506 – Amathole Museum (Qonce)
    Hand deliver to: Corner of Alexandra & Albert Road, Qonce.
  • East London Museum: East London
    Enquiries. G. Morcom – 043 743 0686 – EL Museum (East London)
    Hand deliver to: 319 Oxford Street, Belgravia, East London.
  • Albany Museum: Makanda
    Enquiries. Dr. P. Cimi – 046 622 2312 – Albany Museum (Makanda)
    Hand deliver to: 40 Somerset Street, Makanda.
  • OR Tambo District:
    Attention Mr. S. Stuma Tel: 047 495 0853
    Hand deliver to: Human Resource Management, 6th Floor, Botha Sigcau Building, corner Leeds and Owen Street, Umtata.
  • Joe Gqabi District:
    Attention Mr P. Masepe / Ms. Ninifie: 051 492 4806
    Hand deliver to: No. 02 Cole Street, Maletswai.
  • Sarah Baartman District:
    Attention Ms. N. Qumza: 046 492 0223
    Hand deliver to: Registry, 1st floor, Corner African and Milner Street, Makanda.
  • Chris Hani District:
    Attention Mr. T. Thomas / Ms. A. Phanya: 045 492 0030 / 0054
    Hand deliver to: Bathandwa Ndondo Building, Komani Hospital.
  • Nelson Mandela District:
    Attention Mr. S. Javu: 041 492 1288
    Hand deliver to: 66 Corporate Place, Ring Road, Greenacres, Newton Park, Gqeberha.

Applicants are encouraged to Use E-Recruitment System.
People with disabilities who meet the requirements will be given preference.

NOTE: Directions To Applicants:
Applications must be submitted on a duly complete New Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents until further notice, a fully completed & signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae is compulsory – NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not downloadable and therefore not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will therefore not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on interview day.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the day of the interview: should you be in possession of a foreign qualification; it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) when submitted. Failure to submit all the requested documents will disqualify your application.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test.

Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed.

The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Persons with disability and people from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply. Employment equity targets of the department will be adhered to.

To report technical glitches, for assistance regarding the system, and/or for activation of your profile, send an email with your ID Number, your profile email address, details of the issue to erecruitment@ecsrac.gov.za (NB: NOT CVs). Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Fridays).

Should you submit your applications/CVs to erecruitment@ecsrac.gov.za and not as specified – your application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered.

People with disabilities who meet the requirements will be given preference.

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