Personal Assistant – Property Acquisition

About the role

The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support senior managers in property acquisition activities. This role combines traditional secretarial duties with specialised administrative tasks related to property transactions, ensuring smooth operations within the department.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑level secretarial and administrative support to senior manager(s) within the Department of Infrastructure.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Prepare, proofread and file correspondence, reports and property acquisition documents.
• Maintain accurate records of property acquisition files and related administrative data.
• Assist in the preparation and tracking of property acquisition contracts and related documentation.
• Act as a liaison between the senior manager(s) and internal/external stakeholders.

Required profile

• Relevant qualification or equivalent experience in administrative or secretarial roles.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency with standard office software such as Microsoft Office Suite.

Required skills