Personnel Officer: Advertising – Cape Town – Public Service And Administration

About the Role

The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Personnel Officer: Advertising to join their Head Office in Cape Town. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the advertising process for job vacancies within the department, ensuring that potential candidates are effectively reached through various media channels. Your contributions will not only enhance the department’s ability to attract top talent but also play a crucial part in promoting transparency and accessibility in public service employment opportunities across South Africa.

As someone who thrives in a dynamic work environment, you will find this role especially fulfilling. Cape Town, known for its vibrant culture and beautiful landscapes, is an exciting place to work. You will engage with colleagues across various districts and institutions, ensuring that the recruitment process runs smoothly and efficiently. This role is essential in helping the department maintain a qualified workforce that serves the community and drives impactful public initiatives.

About the Department

The Department of Public Service and Administration is dedicated to enhancing the quality of public service delivery in South Africa. Its mission focuses on fostering an inclusive, accountable, and professional public service that meets the needs of citizens. Working within this department provides a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful governance and positively influence the lives of South Africans.

Joining this department means being part of a team that values integrity, service excellence, and continuous improvement. The work you do will support the broader mandate of fostering a capable and responsive public administration that can adapt to the evolving needs of society.

What You’ll Do

• Process and draft requests for advertising job vacancies across various platforms.
• Ensure weekly placement of adverts in external media, Public Service Vacancy Circular, government website, and online portal.
• Manage invoices from service providers to ensure timely payment to Finance.
• Maintain accurate and organized records related to job advertisements.
• Liaise with districts and institutions to resolve any problematic advertising requests and follow up on pending requests regularly.
• Assist HR Officers with the management of the online advertising portal.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent).
• Relevant experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in computer applications, specifically MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong typing skills with a focus on accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good interpersonal skills to communicate with various stakeholders.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.