Department of Public Works and Infrastructure: Registry Clerk Vacancy at Corporate Services
The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is inviting applications for a Registry Clerk: Corporate Services position in Queenstown. This entry-level government post offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with Grade 12 who are looking to start a career in the public service sector.
- Closing Date: 06 March 2026
- Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
- Reference Number: DPWI 32/02/2026
- Centre: Queenstown
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
- No prior experience required
This makes the post ideal for recent matriculants or individuals seeking to enter the public sector for the first time.
Knowledge and Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate knowledge or understanding of:
- National Archives and Records Service guidelines
- Basic Conditions of Employment Act
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- Public Service Act
- Public Service Regulations
- Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA)
- National Treasury Regulations
- Batho Pele Principles
- Occupational Health and Safety policies
Key Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal relations
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational and administrative skills
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering efficient registry and records management services, including:
1. Registry Counter Services
- Assisting clients at the registry counter
- Handling telephone and written enquiries
- Receiving and registering hand-delivered mail and files
2. Mail and Correspondence Management
- Receiving, sorting, registering, and dispatching incoming and outgoing mail
- Distributing registry-related notices
- Ensuring proper control and tracking of correspondence
3. Filing and Records Management
- Opening and closing files according to the approved classification system
- Filing, storing, tracing, and retrieving documents (manual and electronic systems)
- Completing index cards for all files
- Maintaining accurate recordkeeping systems
4. Registry Equipment Operations
- Operating and maintaining the franking machine register
- Recording postage expenses and updating registers daily
- Conducting spot checks to prevent inclusion of private mail
- Managing remittance registers and handling valuable items
- Delivering remittances to the finance section and maintaining proof of delivery
5. Archiving and Disposal
- Scanning documents electronically
- Sorting and packaging files for archiving
- Compiling archive lists for supervisor approval
- Maintaining accurate archived records
Why Apply for This Registry Clerk Post (Corporate Services)?
- Entry-level government job with no experience required
- Stable public service employment
- Competitive Level 05 salary package
- Opportunity to gain administrative and records management experience
- Exposure to government legislation and compliance processes
This position is well-suited for candidates seeking administration clerk jobs in the Eastern Cape or those wanting to build a long-term career in government registry and corporate services.
Enquiries
- Ms. N. Ndawo: (045) 807 6676
- Ms. S. Nenene: (045) 807 6677
- Ms. S. Gongqa: (045) 087 6706
- e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: erecruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the official Eastern Cape Provincial e-Recruitment system: https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za/
Applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date of 06 March 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.
If you are looking for government registry clerk vacancies in Queenstown for 2026, this opportunity at the Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure could be your gateway into public service.
