Administration Clerk (production) – Simon’s Town – South African Navy

About the Role

The South African Navy is seeking an Administration Clerk (Production) to join its dedicated team at SAS Simonsberg in Simon’s Town. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative functions related to training materials and office management. By producing essential training resources such as certificates and charts, the Administration Clerk supports the development of personnel within the Navy, contributing to their overall effectiveness and readiness in serving the nation.

Working at SAS Simonsberg not only offers you a chance to be part of the esteemed South African Navy but also allows you to positively impact the community by enhancing the capabilities of its members. Your contributions in managing training aids, office administration, and procurement processes will help maintain a high standard of operational excellence, directly supporting the mission of the Navy as it serves and protects the citizens of South Africa.

About the Department

The South African Navy is committed to safeguarding the nation through maritime defence and security. Its mandate encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including naval operations, maritime security, and humanitarian assistance. By working in this dynamic environment, you will be part of a mission that not only defends the country’s interests but also fosters development and community engagement. The Navy values each employee’s contribution and promotes an atmosphere of growth and teamwork.

What You’ll Do

• Produce training materials, including précis, charts, and certificates.
• Provide advice on training-related functions and materials.
• Manage basic office administrative tasks efficiently.
• Oversee the control of training aids, materials, and equipment.
• Deliver a reproduction service for training purposes.
• Handle procurement and petty cash duties as needed.
• Supervise the media section staff and manage the Performance Management Development System (PMDS) process.
• Maintain an incident log for personnel in the media centre.
• Conduct assessments for short and medium-term training needs for submission to the Unit Training Manager.
• Maintain a database for the utilization of printing and consumable assets.
• Ensure the maintenance of auditable documents produced by the media department.
• Supervise workflow and maintain a clean work environment.

What You’ll Need

• A Grade 12 certificate (NQF Level 4) or equivalent.
• No prior experience required, although exposure in a media centre is advantageous.
• A certificate in the Emerging Management Development Programme or similar management qualification is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and First Aid Level 1 will serve as an added advantage.
• Proficiency in PC graphic art programs (Corel Draw, Photoshop), MS Office Suite, and other relevant software.
• Understanding of basic media equipment and office administration.
• Experience in procurement and petty cash processes.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Excellent analytical thinking, research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to manage workflow in a fast-paced environment.
• Capability to support and implement e-learning training material.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.

How to Apply

Please refer to the application instructions below for further details.