Government EntityCity Council of Johannesburg
    LocationGauteng, Johannesburg
    Reference NumberFTC-029_2026_Various_POEM_EXTERNAL-6
    SalaryR512 800.92 per annum (total cost to company, all-inclusive)
    Centre / LocationMetropolitan Centre, 158 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein
    Closing DateApril 7, 2026
    Source and Applicationjoburg.org.za

    Department: Office of the Executive Mayor (POEM)

    Branch: Office of the Chief of Staff

    Primary Function: Coordinate activities and requirements associated with the Office of the Director through the application of administrative and secretarial procedures and execution of sequences associated with the communication, planning, prioritizing and organization of critical, confidential and important appointments, events, functions and meetings.

    Leading Competencies:

    • Ability to function under stress;
    • Time management;
    • High level of confidentiality and Organisational skills.
    • Teamwork and Accountability Core Competencies:
    • High level of confidentiality;
    • Attention to detail;
    • Professionalism; Sound judgement;

    Requirements

    Grade 12/NQF level 6 in Secretarial, Office Administration or Public Relations is required; 1 – 3 years’ experience operating as a Personal Assistant to an Executive Manager; Experience in working with people; Computer Literacy in MS Office and Internet; High degree of interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of staff, the public and Councilors; Office administration procedures; and Basic protocol and etiquette.

    Duties

    Administrative support functions, scheduling and planning the diary and events; Maintain the Office of the Secretary to Council’s correspondence/information and record- keeping system and access records of discussions, instructions and correspondence; Perform tasks/activities associated with the provision of administration and secretarial support; Perform tasks associated with the provision of reception/telephonist service and office support.

    Source / Circular Reference

    joburg.org.za