Assessment Centre Coordinator: Provincial Assessment Center

About the role

The Department of the Premier (Western Cape) is hiring an Assessment Centre Coordinator: Provincial Assessment Center, based in Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 to R398,277 a year. How to apply: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co Reference number to quote: DOTP 115/2026 Closing date: 30 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative and operational support to the PAC, Scheduling and stakeholder coordination for client related engagements or project related sessions, Correspondence and document management (non-assessment specific): Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence, PAC administrative processes and workflow support: Contribute to the development, enhancement and implementation of PAC administrative processes (e.g. booking flows, candidate confirmations, equipment checklists), Guide and support users in adhering to updated administrative processes, Arrange travel logistics as needed (GG vehicles, accommodation, flights, advances, etc.), Coordinate end-to-end competency assessment logistics, End-to-end assessment logistics to support assessment related sessions and engagements, PAC team availability and resource alignment, Manage PAC information systems, databases and records, Provide inputs into the development and enhancement of PAC information systems, databases and digital record structures, Conduct routine quality assurance checks on captured information to ensure data accuracy, completeness and integrity, Collate and analyse basic statistics for internal and external reporting requirements (e.g. monthly dashboards, operational summaries), Sensitise relevant stakeholders to reporting due dates and data-submission (e.g. monthly dashboards, quarterly updates), Provide financial and SCM administration for PAC, Procurement and Sourcing Support the procurement of PAC tools, materials and assessment-related services in accordance with SCM prescripts, Financial Administration and Payments, Contract and Supplier Administration, Stock, Asset, and Resource Control Supervise PAC administrative staff and workflow, Participate in the recruitment and selection of employees, Motivate train and guide employees, Manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees, Monitor information capacity building, Promote sound labour relations, Maintain discipline, Give direction to and manage policy issues with regard to the functions of the component under his/her command, Allocate duties to employees, monitoring outcomes and instituting the necessary corrective measures to address deviations from standards.

Requirements

• 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) at least 1 year of appropriate experience in a human resource/OD or assessment-related environment.
• A valid code B or higher driving licence.
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport may also apply.
• Competencies
• Knowledge of the following: Broad range of test batteries and psychological assessments
• Health Professions Act
• 1974
• Competency Assessment Policy
• Office administration and management
• Basic Accounting System
• LOGIS Procurement System
• Contract management
• Registry and archives legislation
• Skills needed
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail (accuracy)
• Computer literacy and proficiency in using software such as MS Office Package (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Coordination and prioritising
• Good written and verbal communication
• Interpersonal and relationship-building
• Problem solving
• Submission writing
• Time Management
• Leading and Supervising
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Writing and Reporting
• Working with People
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Achieving Personal Goals and Objectives