Circular 20 of 2026 · Post 20/365

MESSENGER: OFFICE SUPPORT SERVICES

Western Cape Department of Social Development

  • ProvinceWestern Cape
  • LevelLevel 02
  • AdvertCombined vacancy information

Closing date not available

Job details

Circular
20 of 2026
Circular Post
20/365
Department
Western Cape Department of Social Development
Province
Western Cape

Application and salary information

Salary

R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Vacancy information

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Centre
Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
Reference information
WCMD 11/2026
Salary information
R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)

Requirements

  • NQF level 3 (Grade 10 Certificate or equivalent;
  • A valid code B driving license Competencies: Numeracy skills;
  • Sound organising skills;
  • Good people skills;
  • Client-oriented and customer focus;
  • Written and verbal communication;
  • Operating Equipment.

Duties

  • Perform messenger functions;
  • Sort and arrange correspondences in the registry;
  • Collect, distribute and circulate correspondences (e.g. mail, parcels, documents and files);Record and control correspondence register;
  • Sort mail, files, documents and parcels;
  • Ensure that items to collect are sealed and addressed;
  • Collect mail, files, documents and parcels from addressor;
  • Deliver mail, files, documents and parcels to addressees;
  • Ensure that the recipients sign on the delivery book/register;
  • Record contents and physical addresses in the delivery book/register;
  • Perform general office assistant task;
  • Make copies, fax and shred documents.

Enquiries

Ms. Shirley Theys Tel No: (021) 467 8729

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

  • To apply, please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum). The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following: 1. Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm)
  • Or 2. Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, Or 3. Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF).

Notes and Z83 guidance

  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
  • All shortlisted candidates 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.
  • The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
  • By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
  • Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
  • Should you experience difficulties with your online

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Original Text
POST 20/365 : MESSENGER: OFFICE SUPPORT SERVICES REF NO: WCMD 11/2026
SALARY : R144 024 – R169 656 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government.
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 3 (Grade 10 Certificate or equivalent; A valid code B driving license Competencies: Numeracy skills; Sound organising skills; Good people skills;
Client-oriented and customer focus; Written and verbal communication;
Operating Equipment.
DUTIES : Perform messenger functions; Sort and arrange correspondences in the registry; Collect, distribute and circulate correspondences (e.g. mail, parcels,
documents and files);Record and control correspondence register; Sort mail, files, documents and parcels; Ensure that items to collect are sealed and
addressed; Collect mail, files, documents and parcels from addressor; Deliver mail, files, documents and parcels to addressees; Ensure that the recipients
sign on the delivery book/register; Record contents and physical addresses in the delivery book/register; Perform general office assistant task; Make copies,
fax and shred documents.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. Shirley Theys Tel No: (021) 467 8729
APPLICATIONS : To apply, please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum). The post being applied for and the reference number must be
clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following:
1. Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs,
44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); Or
2. Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO
Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, Or
3. Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in
the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF).
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification
purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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. The selection
process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government
contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online
application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to
16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Applications not submitted on or before the
closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not
receive any correspondence within 3 months of closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful. NB: Applicants from relevant local communities
will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
CLOSING DATE : 06 July 2026

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