Casual Worker: Research Services

In brief

**Overview** This is an explanation of a Casual Worker: Research Services position offered by the Government Communications And Information System (GCIS). The role is a twelve-month contract, based in Pretoria within the Research Services Directorate, paying an hourly rate of R156.40 for a maximum of twenty-four hours per month. **What you will do** * Perform directorate administrative duties. * Assist with field work logistics. * Source reports and articles relevant to the directorate's work. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicants should be in possession of Grade 12/National Senior Certificate (NQF level 4) as recognised by SAQA. * No experience is required. * Ability to work independently without close supervision. * Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. * Ability to work under pressure. * Self-driven. * Creative. * Innovative. * Flexible. * Highly motivated. * Excellent co-ordination skills. * Ability to work in a team. * Client service orientated. * Have initiative. * Pay close attention to detail. * Knowledge of Microsoft packages, i.e., MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is someone with a Grade 12/National Senior Certificate who is self-driven, creative, innovative, flexible, and highly motivated. They should be able to work independently, handle multiple tasks, work under pressure, and possess excellent co-ordination skills. The candidate should be client service orientated, show initiative, and pay close attention to detail, also demonstrating an ability to work in a team. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. No prior experience is necessary for this role. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/government-communications-and-information-system-gcis-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-3-1-5-1-26-30 Source: govpage

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• No previous work experience required.

• Microsoft Excel

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