OFFICE MANAGER: RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES (ELSENBURG/STELLENBOSCH)
Department of Agriculture
- Reference number
- AGR 41/2026
- Salary
- R487 197 - R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
- Centre
- Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 19 October 2026
- Circular
- No 35 of 2026
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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.
Where to send your application
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
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 2 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 7 October 2026.
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