Admin Clerk: Production Economics at Western Cape Gov

The Western Cape Government Department of Agriculture invites suitable applicants to apply for the position of Administration Clerk: Production Economics, located at their Elsenburg head office. This role provides critical clerical, data, and operational assistance to economists and agricultural specialists working to advance economic development within the Western Cape agricultural sector.

As part of the Production Economics division, the appointed clerk will ensure smooth workflow management, routine documentation, and office administrative compliance. This entry-level public sector role is well suited for an organized individual eager to build a career in public administration and agricultural economic support.

Key Responsibilities & Core Duties

• Render comprehensive clerical support services to the Production Economics professional staff and management.
• Accurately capture economic and survey data, process spreadsheets, and assist in compiling statistical reports.
• Deliver administrative support for supply chain management, including procurement requests and tracking deliveries.
• Provide basic financial administration assistance, handling standard payment vouchers and verifying invoices.
• Assist with personnel administration tasks, leave records, and general office logistical coordination.
• Support adherence to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations within the division.
• Maintain organized digital and paper filing systems to ensure swift retrieval of research and economic records.

Ideal Candidate Profile & Core Attributes

• Exceptional attention to detail when working with numerical data, spreadsheets, and public records.
• Reliable work ethic with the capability to manage routine administrative tasks independently.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills when liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Adaptable mindset open to learning public service processes and departmental operating procedures.

Learning, Mentorship & Career Progression

This role offers rich experiential learning within the provincial public service, particularly in applied agricultural economics administration. Clerical staff benefit from continuous on-the-job training, exposure to specialized government database tools, and opportunities for progression into senior administrative, procurement, or economic research support roles across Western Cape Government departments.

How to Apply & Submission Guidelines

All applications must be submitted via the Western Cape Government online recruitment system before the deadline of 30 November 2026. Hard copies or late submissions will not be entertained. Shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undergo vetting documentation verification, a practical technical assessment, and an integrity evaluation.

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification).
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of clerical duties, office practices, and data collection.
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, organize work, and operate both independently and collaboratively.