The Gauteng Office of the MEC is recruiting a Registry Clerk on a three-year contract or a contract linked to the political office. The post falls under the Office of the MEC directorate and is based in Johannesburg. One position is available.
The Registry Clerk role focuses on registry administration, mail management, file control, and document tracking within a structured public service environment. The successful candidate will support records management processes and ensure proper classification, storage, and distribution of official documentation.
This position carries a remuneration package of R228 321.00 as advertised. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, organisational ability, and the ability to function effectively within a registry system.
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Who Can Apply
This vacancy is open to applicants who meet the minimum educational qualification and registry experience requirements stated in the advertisement.
In line with public service employment equity objectives, the department intends to promote representivity based on race, gender, and disability. Preference will be given to people with disabilities.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must ensure that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority before appointment.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
- Minimum of one to two years of experience in registry
- Competencies in:
- Reading
- Confidentiality
- Self-discipline
- Planning and organising
- Good verbal and written communication
- Computer literacy
- Flexibility
- Teamwork
Scope of Duties
The Registry Clerk will be responsible for managing registry operations and supporting document control systems within the Office of the MEC.
Core duties include attending to clients, handling telephonic and other enquiries, and receiving and registering hand-delivered mail and files. The successful candidate will receive, sort, register, and dispatch mail in accordance with established registry procedures.
The role requires opening and closing files according to the record classification system, filing and storing documents, and retrieving files both electronically and manually. The Registry Clerk will complete index cards for files and ensure accurate document tracking.
Financial and administrative registry responsibilities include maintaining the franking machine register, recording money daily, and conducting spot checks to ensure no private post is included. The role also involves maintaining a remittance register, recording valuable articles, and hand-delivering remittances to finance.
Additional responsibilities include electronic scanning of files, sorting and packaging files for archiving, compiling document lists for archives, and maintaining accurate records of archived documents. The Registry Clerk must ensure confidentiality and compliance with registry procedures at all times.
Documents Required
- Completed and most recent Z83 application form
- Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copies of qualifications and identity documents when requested
- SAQA evaluation certificate for foreign qualifications if applicable
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted strictly online.
- Visit https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/Jobs.aspx
- Complete the online application form
- Upload the required documentation
- Clearly indicate the reference number REFS/035358 on your application
No postal, emailed, or hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged due to the expected high volume of submissions.
FAQ’s
How many Registry Clerk posts are available?
There is one Registry Clerk post available under the Office of the MEC.
What type of contract is offered?
The position is offered on a three-year contract or linked to the political office.
Where is the position based?
The post is based in Johannesburg under the Gauteng Office of the MEC.
How must applications be submitted?
Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng jobs portal. Email, postal, and hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
What is the closing date for applications?
The closing date for this vacancy is 23 February 2026.
Final Thoughts
This Registry Clerk vacancy is suited to applicants with registry experience who meet the stated qualification and competency requirements.
Applicants are encouraged to review the minimum requirements carefully and ensure that their online application is completed correctly before the closing date. Only applications submitted through the official portal will be considered.
