Senior Administrative Officer (WARMS)

Overview

Senior Administrative Officer needed in Kimberley to oversee data capturing and office administration for water use registration under the National Water Act.

Requirements

• A National Diploma or Degree in Administration or relevant qualification.
• Two (2) to Three (3) years’ data management and quality control experience.
• The candidate must be computer literate and have appropriate experience especially in word processing and spreadsheets.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Sound experience in WARMS.
• Proven organisational, interpersonal, conflict resolution, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Practical experience in a client service environment, letter and report writing.
• Knowledge of the National Water Act, (Act 36 of 1998) and other relevant legislations.
• Knowledge of the following will serve as recommendations: Ability to work under pressure.
• Working experience in working with spatial data.

Duties

• Oversee all data capturing and general office administration of registration of water use.
• Undertake the overall planning of workflow.
• Authorise transections in WARMS.
• Implement and interpret procedures in terms of the National Water Act, (Act 36 of 1998) for the registration of water use.
• Ensure that the standard operating procedures of VOCMA for WARMS are adhered to by date capturers.
• Provide training on water use registration.
• Produce statistical reports and ensure that file maintenance systems are maintained.
• Maintain discipline within the section.
• Supervise staff in accordance with VOCMA policies and procedures.

How to apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries: Dr. Mmachaka Tel No: (012) 392 1300

Notes

Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency is a Public Water Resource Management Agency, established in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act no 36 of 1998) (NWA) and National Water Policy for South Africa. It is an entity of the National Department of Water and Sanitation. Employees appointed in the CMA have similar employment terms and conditions as those of employees appointed in terms of the Public Service Act, though not employed in terms of the Public Service Act. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The agency reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. OTHER POSTS