About the Role
The Department of Traditional Affairs is seeking a meticulous Data Capturer to join their dedicated team in Pretoria. This role is vital for ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data that supports the various initiatives aimed at enhancing community welfare and governance. By capturing and managing essential data, you will play an important part in helping the department fulfill its mission to empower traditional leaders and communities across South Africa.
Based in the bustling heart of Pretoria, the Data Capturer will work in an environment that values integrity, teamwork, and commitment to public service. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of data used in decision-making processes, thereby benefiting the communities served by the department. This role is perfect for individuals who are detail-oriented and passionate about contributing to meaningful change through effective data management.
About the Department
The Department of Traditional Affairs is committed to promoting and preserving the customs and traditions of South African communities. Its mission revolves around supporting traditional leadership structures and ensuring that these entities operate with transparency and accountability. Working here means being part of a team that values cultural heritage while striving for progressive governance and community engagement.
What You’ll Do
- Capture data accurately from various records into databases, tables, and spreadsheets.
- Maintain the quality of data by verifying information and addressing any discrepancies.
- Review and validate all captured data to ensure its accuracy.
- Conduct regular data backups and updates to registers and statistics.
- Organize and secure records and files to maintain confidentiality and accessibility.
- Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Commission as needed.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification at NQF level 4.
- At least one year of experience in data capturing or data management.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and Access for effective data handling.
- Strong ability to capture data and collect relevant statistics.
- A post-Matric qualification is an added advantage.
- Core competencies including job knowledge, interpersonal skills, and effective communication.
- Advanced computer literacy and typing proficiency are essential.
How to Apply
Applications may be posted to the Directorate: Human Resource Management, Department of Traditional Affairs, or hand-delivered as indicated below.
Requirements
A Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification at NQF level 4 with at least one (1) year experience in data capturing and/or data management.Knowledge and experience in MS EXCEL and ACCESS.
Ability to capture data and collect statistics.
A post-Matric qualification will serve as an added advantage.
Core competencies: Job knowledge.
Interpersonal relations.
Flexibility.
Teamwork.
Communication (verbal and written).
Technical Competencies: Advanced computer literacy.
Typing proficiency.
Report writing.
Planning and organising.
Job Duties
The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Capture data from available records into required formats e.g databases, tables, spreadsheet.
Maintain data quality.
Verify, query missing data and errors observed during data entry.
Review and validate all data from the records.
Ensure data backups.
Update registers and statistics.
Keep and maintain records and files.
Ensure records and files are properly sorted and secured.
Provide secretarial and administrative support to the Commission.
