Careers at Parliament - Job details

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Committee Service: Executive Secretary to the Chairperson (2 Posts)

Reference: NM/2505/2017
Package: 416091
Position Type: Permanent
Closing date: 8th September 2017

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the office of the Committee Chairperson.

Key Performance Areas Include:
  • Office management 
  • Office typing 
  • Reception duties 
  • Travel arrangement 
  • Diary management 
  • Performing routine office duties.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Grade 12 
  • A Secretarial Diploma 
  • 3 years’ experience in a secretarial position.
Skills Requirements:
  • Basic understanding of the Constitution 
  • Understanding of the political environment 
  • Basic knowledge of Parliament and law- making process 
  • Understanding of the Parliamentary policies and procedures 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality 
  • Proficiency in typing and computer skills 
  • Ability to work irregular hours under sustained pressure 
  • Ability to communicate and interact with people at all levels 
  • Strong oral and written communication skills 
  • Strong organisational and planning skills 
  • Ability to work in a team 
  • Ability to use discretion.
CLOSING DATE: 8 September 2017 at 16:30.

Remuneration comprises a cost-to-company package, which incorporates all the large-company benefits. The Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity. Successful candidates will be expected to sign a performance contract.

Forward your covering letter and CV (not Z83), containing full personal and career details, certified copies of qualifications and ID and three contactable employment referees, via e-mail to: recruitmentkis@parliament.gov.za  (quoting the post title and reference number in the subject line).

PLEASE NOTE: The name and reference number of the post/s applied for must always be clearly indicated in all correspondence. Candidates who do not submit the supporting documentation as requested, will not be considered.

Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a positive security clearance by the South African Police Services and /or State Security Agency (SSA), citizenship, qualification checks and competency-based assessments.

Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you do not receive any response within two months of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Regret correspondence will only be with the interviewed candidates.