Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/129 · Ref VOCMA 34 Brach: Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency
SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER (WARMS)
Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- CentreKimberley
- LevelLevel 08
Job details
- Circular
- 29 of 2026
- Page No.
- 5
- Circular Post
- 29/129
- Reference number
- VOCMA 34 Brach: Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency
- Department
- Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS)
- Centre
- Kimberley
- Salary
- R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
- Closing date
- 28 August 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS).
The listed centre is Kimberley.
Applications close on 28 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
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.
Enquiries
Dr. Mmachaka Tel No: (012) 392 1300
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
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 abovementioned 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.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
Division: WARMS
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Kimberley
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.
ENQUIRIES : Dr. Mmachaka Tel No: (012) 392 1300