About the Role
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is seeking a dedicated General Assistant in the vibrant Amathole District, specifically in Ku-Gompo City. This role is essential in ensuring smooth logistics services within the community. As a General Assistant, you will engage directly with various departments, support the delivery of vital documents, and contribute to the overall functionality of public service events. Your efforts will play a crucial role in the efficiency of operations, helping to foster an environment where community needs are met promptly and effectively.
This position is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a difference in your community. By assisting with logistics, you’ll help ensure that essential goods and documents are delivered on time. Your work will support local officials in their efforts to serve the public, making every day an opportunity to contribute to the greater good of society.
About the Department
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is committed to the promotion of culture, sports, and recreation in South Africa. With a mandate to enhance the quality of life for all South Africans through cultural and sporting initiatives, the department plays a pivotal role in community development and social cohesion. Working here means being part of a team that values diversity, inclusivity, and the empowerment of individuals through various programs and services.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in receiving, loading, and offloading goods within the district.
- Support stock taking and verification of assets to ensure accurate records.
- Ensure timely delivery of documents to the provincial office and other departments.
- Safeguard information and documents while in transit.
- Photocopy documents as required for various administrative needs.
- Collect and deliver items and correspondence to different offices in the district.
- Transport officials to departmental events, including workshops and meetings.
- Collect and deliver mail to the registry office efficiently.
- Post notices on district notice boards to keep the community informed.
- Provide general assistance as needed, including cleaning services for offices and venues.
- Maintain cleaning materials and equipment to ensure a tidy work environment.
- Prepare venues for functions and meetings, including catering for tea during these events.
What You’ll Need
- ABET Level 4 or Grade 10 qualification; a National Senior Certificate is advantageous.
- No prior experience required, but exposure to a similar environment is beneficial.
- A valid Code 8 driving license is essential for transporting officials.
- Basic knowledge of work procedures relevant to the logistics environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with various stakeholders.
- Willingness to work after hours as needed to support departmental functions.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Abet Level 4 or grade 10.National Senior Certificate will be an added advantage.
No experience required.
Exposure to the environment will be an added advantage.
Prepared to work after hours.
Knowledge: Basic knowledge of work procedures in terms of the working environment.
Interpersonal relations and communication skills.
A valid (Code 8) driving license.
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Job Duties
Assist in receiving, loading, and offloading goods in the district.Assist in stock taking and verification of assets.
Ensure prompt delivery of documents to provincial office, other departments and safe keeping of information/ documents whilst in transit.
Photocopying of documents.
Collection of delivery items/ correspondence to various offices in the district.
Ferry officials to departmental events, i.
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, workshops and meetings.
Collect and deliver mail to registry office.
Paste notices in the district notice boards.
Assist in any general assistant’s duties as and when required to do so.
Provide cleaning services of offices, boardroom, and walkways.
Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment.
Prepare venue for functions and meetings.
Prepare tea during meetings.
Assist during functions.
