About this career
Civil service administrative officers perform administrative duties in civil service organisations and government departments. They ensure record maintenance, handle enquiries and provide information to the public, either in person, through emails or phone calls. They support senior staff, and ensure a fluent internal flow of information.
Essential skills
archive documentation related to work
ensure information transparency
keep task records
liaise with politicians
manage administrative systems
respond to enquiries
supervise daily information operations
use different communication channels
use spreadsheets software
Required knowledge
bookkeeping regulations
legislation procedure
public finance
Additional skills
conduct workplace audits
coordinate events
ensure compliance with policies
fix meetings
handle financial transactions
inspect government expenditures
inspect government incomes
liaise with local authorities
maintain relationships with government agencies
manage accounts
manage budgets
manage staff
order supplies
recruit employees
use microsoft office
write meeting reports
audit techniques
budgetary principles
office software
Also known as
public administrative officer
local authority administrator
government administrative officer
