Administration Clerk: Hrm (employee Services) – Observatory – Groote Schuur Hospital

Join Groote Schuur Hospital as an Administration Clerk in Observatory, a vital government job in South Africa

Published 4 November 2026
Closing Date 16 November 2026
Type
Opportunity

About the Role

The Groote Schuur Hospital is seeking a dedicated Administration Clerk within the HRM (Employee Services) unit. Located in Observatory, this role is crucial in supporting the hospital’s human resources operations to ensure efficient personnel management. In a bustling environment like Groote Schuur Hospital, your contributions will play a significant role in building a workforce that ultimately serves the community and enhances public health services throughout the region.

As an Administration Clerk, you will engage in various administrative tasks that underpin the recruitment and selection process, which is vital for maintaining a high standard of care. The work you do will not only facilitate the hiring of qualified staff but also improve the overall service delivery to patients and their families in Cape Town and surrounding areas.

About the Department

The HRM (Employee Services) department at Groote Schuur Hospital is dedicated to managing the hospital’s most valuable resource—its staff. The department’s mission revolves around effective recruitment, employee engagement, and workforce management, ensuring that the hospital not only attracts but also retains the best talent. Working here means being part of a team that is committed to fostering a positive work environment, which is essential for delivering exceptional healthcare services.

What You’ll Do

  • Maintain and organize HR files and documents for easy access and retrieval.
  • Support selection panels by providing HR advisory services during the recruitment process.
  • Process and facilitate both paid and unpaid job offers and employment contracts.
  • Host fingerprinting sessions and manage document submissions to external verification services.
  • Ensure compliance with the Western Cape Government Recruitment and Selection policy.

What You’ll Need

  • A minimum educational qualification of a Senior Certificate or equivalent.
  • Relevant experience in recruitment and selection processes.
  • Proficient in using computer systems and software.
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively and demonstrate critical thinking capabilities.

How to Apply

Please refer to the application instructions below.

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent).

Experience: Appropriate experience in Recruitment and Selection.

Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy.

Attention to detail, relationship building skills, multi-tasking, time management, critical and analytical thinking.

Knowledge of the Western cape Government Recruitment and Selection policy.

Job Duties

Filing of documents and maintenance of various HR databases.

Support Selection Panel as HR Advisor.

Process and facilitate paid/unpaid job offers and contracts of employment.

Hosting of fingerprints and sending documents to external service provider for verification.

Salary

R237 453 per annum

How to Apply

Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below. This link requires applicants to use a Google account. Applications must be submitted with two (2) attachments: 1. A Z83 Form (2021 version), obtainable from the DPSA website (Z83 editable) and 2. A recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. If either or all of these two attachments are not submitted, the applicant’s application will be disqualified. Each post advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialed, dated and signed by the applicant. For Enquiries: Ms D Bailey Tel No: (021) 404-2362