Administrative Officer, Directorate: Spiritual Care

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is recruiting for an administrative role in the Directorate: Spiritual Care (reference HO 2026/11/108). The appointment is made under the Public Service Act and covers general office support and administrative services within the directorate.

Key responsibilities

• Execute office and general administrative duties, including screening and answering telephone calls and typing correspondence.
• Compile documentation and presentations, and ensure proper record management through effective filing systems.
• Manage the electronic document tracking system and maintain diaries and appointments.
• Arrange and coordinate meetings, workshops, conferences, courses and hearings, and make transport arrangements for events away from the office.
• Facilitate the procurement of office equipment such as stationery and manage assets.

Required profile

• Grade 12 with typing as a subject, or another training course or qualification that enables satisfactory performance of the work.
• No experience required.
• Computer literate.
• Attributes: honesty and integrity, attention to detail, planning and organisation, punctuality and confidentiality, service delivery and client orientation, excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work under pressure, good telephone etiquette, tact and discretion.