Job Grade: P12

Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC)

Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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In brief

**Overview** This role, Job Grade P12, is with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). The position involves providing customer support primarily via webchat, serving as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries. The incumbent will provide information on CIPC's products and services, handle and resolve issues related to transactions, product knowledge, and general questions. The role also includes identifying product or service-related problems and escalating technical issues to relevant departments for further investigation and resolution. **What you will do** * Provide prompt and professional support to customers via webchat and/or social media * Assist customers with application queries, transactions, and troubleshooting issues * Educate customers on how to use CIPC platforms efficiently * Provide product and service information to customers * Escalate technical issues and complex queries to the relevant teams when necessary * Work collaboratively with internal teams to improve customer experience and resolve concerns * Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by delivering a positive and solution-driven approach **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National N Diploma in Management Assistant/ Public Administration. * Minimum of six (6) months’ relevant experience in webchat customer support. **Who should apply** Candidates who are proficient in providing customer support through digital channels such as webchat and social media, possess the ability to assist customers with application queries, transactions, and troubleshooting, and can educate users on platform usage. The ideal candidate should be capable of escalating complex and technical issues, collaborating with internal teams to enhance customer experience, and consistently delivering a positive, solution-driven approach to ensure high customer satisfaction. **Deadline** 16 November 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/companies-and-intellectual-property-commission-cipc-vacancies-2 Source: govpage

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Job description

Ref no: C140002 Job Purpose: Provides customer support via webchat. Serves as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, providing information on the Commission’s products and services. Handles and resolves issues related to transactions, product knowledge and specifications, and general questions about the Commission. Identifies product or service-related problems and escalates technical issues to the relevant departments for further investigation and resolution. Minimum Requirements National N Diploma in Management Assistant/ Public Administration. Minimum of six (6) months’ relevant experience in webchat customer support. Duties and Responsibilities •Provide prompt and professional support to customers via webchat and/or social media •Assist customers with application queries, transactions, and troubleshooting issues •Educate customers on how to use CIPC platforms efficiently •Provide product and service information to customers •Escalate technical issues and complex queries to the relevant teams when necessary •Work collaboratively with internal teams to improve customer experience and resolve concerns •Ensure a high level of customer satisfaction by delivering a positive and solution-driven approach Closing Date: 16 November 2026 Policy Background verification, including criminal record and citizenship checks ,will form part of the selection process. It is the applicants' responsibility to have their foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and submit proof thereof. CIPC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will enhance representivity in accordance with the approved Employment Equity plan. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by CIPC. CIPC reserves the right not to fill an advertised position. Should you experience any difficulty in applying please contact the CIPC Recruitment Office at 087 743 7075 / 7074 / 087 260 1554. CLICK TO APPLY

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