Gauteng Provincial Treasury Administrative Support and Coordination Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

Gauteng Provincial Treasury (GPT) invites applications for an Administrative Support and Coordination role within the Office of the MEC. This is a vital position responsible for maintaining efficient administrative operations and ensuring robust support for the executive authority's portfolio.

The successful candidate will play a key part in coordinating essential reporting and documentation, managing office activities, and facilitating communication with various stakeholders. This opportunity is suited to an experienced professional looking to contribute to provincial governance in Johannesburg.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate Degree or an equivalent qualification at NQF level 6.
• 3 years of experience below Middle Management (Assistant Director) or at Middle Management level.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by an executive authority’s portfolio.
• Proven management competencies.
• Working knowledge of political and parliamentary processes in South Africa.
• Computer literacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all reporting and documentation, including the collection and review of events within the portfolio.
• Produce all reporting requirements identified by Stakeholders, Executive Sponsors, and Executive Management.
• Manage the administrative activities within the office of the executive authority.
• Generate reports used to drive project status and portfolio review meetings.
• Collect project information, apply tools, and coordinate the day-to-day steps of the portfolio management process.
• Liaise with internal and external role players regarding matters related to the executive authority's portfolio.
• Facilitate events, programs, and portfolio reviews of key projects.
• Provide Cabinet and executive council support.

What the Work Involves

The person appointed to this role will be based in Johannesburg, handling the daily administrative and coordination tasks for the Office of the MEC. This involves diligently managing documentation, preparing comprehensive reports for executive sponsors and management, and overseeing the smooth running of office activities. You will be instrumental in collecting project information, utilizing various tools, and coordinating the steps involved in portfolio management. The role requires regular interaction and liaison with both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and providing crucial support to the executive authority in its engagement with political and parliamentary processes.

How to Apply

• Applications must be submitted online.
• Visit the official Gauteng Provincial Government e-Recruitment system at: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za
• Ensure your application is accompanied by a recently updated CV. Your CV must detail all experience, including respective dates (MM/YY), and provide information for three reference persons (name, contact number(s), email address, and an indication of the capacity in which the reference is known to you).
• The closing date for applications is 06 October 2026.