Clerk – Ref No: 70000260
eThekwini Municipality
Location: Durban
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Internal Control Directorate – Internal Control and Business Systems Division
Closing Date: 22 May 2026
Job Overview
- eThekwini Municipality is recruiting a Clerk for the Internal Control Directorate.
- The role involves providing administrative support, maintaining records, coordinating meetings, and assisting with office operations.
- The successful candidate will help ensure smooth administrative processes within the division.
- This opportunity is suitable for candidates with basic administration skills and computer literacy.
Salary and Benefits
Remuneration
- Salary range: R162 855.60 – R211 405.80 per annum
Employee Benefits
- 13th cheque.
- Housing subsidy.
- Medical aid.
- Pension fund.
- Paid leave benefits.
Minimum Requirements
Essential Requirements
- Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent qualification.
- Minimum of 3 months relevant experience.
- Computer literacy skills.
Preferred Requirements
- 6 months relevant administration experience.
- Additional computer knowledge and office administration experience will be advantageous.
Key Responsibilities
Administration Support
- Control and manage the Administration Section.
- Maintain and organise the administration filing system.
- Record and manage incoming and outgoing mail for managers.
- Ensure office administration processes run efficiently.
Meeting Coordination
- Arrange meetings for the Administration Division.
- Assist with scheduling and communication related to meetings.
Access and Attendance Control
- Control the issuing and retrieval of access cards.
- Maintain the administration attendance register accurately.
Documentation and Record Keeping
- Prepare overtime documentation.
- Ensure accurate filing and safe storage of documents.
- Maintain organised administrative records and reports.
Required Competencies
Administrative Skills
- Knowledge of business processes.
- Good planning and organisational abilities.
- Strong attention to detail.
Communication and Teamwork
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to build positive interpersonal relationships.
- Team-oriented attitude and willingness to cooperate with colleagues.
Technical Skills
- Ability to use technology and office systems effectively.
- Computer literacy and data handling skills.
Personal Attributes
- Professionalism and ethical behaviour.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure.
- Strong cognitive and organisational skills.
Ideal Candidate
- Organised and reliable individual.
- Good administration and filing abilities.
- Able to handle confidential information professionally.
- Comfortable working in an office environment.
- Willing to learn and grow within the organisation.