Junior Procedural Advisor: Questions – Cape Town at Democratic Alliance

• We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join us in making an impact to the lives of South Africans. The Democratic Alliance is building a future based on Freedom, Fairness, Opportunity and Diversity for all. If you are passionate about our country, share our values, and feel you are suited to this role, submit your application by 09 November 2025.

Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Supporting members of the party’s National Council of Provinces (NCOP) Caucus in the construction and submission of written and oral questions, and matters connected therewith.
• Assisting the Procedural Advisor: Questions in the construction and submission of written and oral questions for the party’s National Assembly (NA) Caucus, as and where necessary, and assisting with matters connected therewith.
• Keeping meticulous record of deadlines for written and oral questions as well as their answers and replies.
• Please submit your application by 09 November 2025 to be considered for this role, noting that any application that does not include the required or correct documentation, will not be considered.

Job Requirements
Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree with administration, drafting, and research experience at an academic or professional level OR National Senior Certificate with administration, drafting, and research experience at a professional level 
• Basic knowledge of Parliament and its processes
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel to capture, sort and analyse large amounts of information

Skills:

• Analytic and critical thinking
• Research
• Time management and organisation
• Administration and attention to detail
• Written communication, with the ability to draft formal correspondence
• Communication skills that will allow for the fostering of close working relationships with members of the party’s NA and NCOP Caucuses and cooperation with other units in the Parliamentary operation

Abilities:

• Read, interpret and apply Rules of Parliament 
• Use initiative and work well in high-pressure situations
• Be outcomes-orientated, not simply task-orientated
• Work independently
• Apply sound judgement and confidentiality

Knowledge and commitment:

• Firm understanding and knowledge of the South African political environment
• Commitment to the principles, policies and programme of action of the Democratic Alliance
• Willingness to go the extra mile, which may include working long and irregular hours, weekends, and public holidays where necessary