Secretary To Director: Environmental Quality Management

Requirements

A Senior Certificate with at least 2 years’ experience working as a secretary; Knowledge of procedures and process applied in office management; must be computer literate (Ms Word, power point, excel, Ms Outlook and the use of internet), Communication skills (verbal and written) and the ability to communicate well with persons at different levels and from different backgrounds; Ability to perform under pressure. General office administration, document and file management. Willingness to occasionally work after hours when required. Ability to organize/prioritize tasks and effectively manage time. Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures. A Valid Driver’s license will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Render a secretarial / receptionist support service to the Senior Manager; Receive and screen telephone calls for the Senior Manager; Manage the diary of the Senior Manager and prioritize appointments if necessary; Plan, organize, co-ordinate and manage documentation flow in the office of the Senior Manager; Perform advanced typing work; Operate and ensure that office equipment, e.g. fax machine and photocopier are in a good working order; Ensure that guests are received in such a way as to enhance the professional image of the Office. Provide logistical support to the Senior Manager and/ or the component (travel, accommodation and processing of claims); Arrange meetings, workshops and events for the Senior Manager and other staff in the Unit, identify venues, invite role players, organize refreshments and ensure that all relevant documentation is available; Prepare agendas and record minutes of meetings of the manager and the Unit; Draft letters, memorandums and compile reports. Do filing of documents; Administer leave registers; Collect 173 and/or co-ordinate information for the Senior Manager, as required, peruse agendas and meeting documents to identify relevant documentation that need to be available to the manager for the meeting. Remain up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts/ policies and procedures applicable to his/ her work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the manager.

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Notes

Preference will be given to candidates within the respective districts.