External Circular No. 3 of 2025
Reference: MTIBD/CIR/GEN/8/7
Ministry: Trade, Industry & Business Development
Career Opportunity: Cooperatives Clerk
Department: Cooperatives
Location: Transferable to All Districts
Number of Positions: Two (2)
Reports To: Cooperatives Assistant
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Cooperatives Assistant, the Cooperatives Clerk provides clerical and administrative support to cooperative offices. The role includes maintaining records, processing documents, handling correspondence, assisting with financial transactions, and ensuring compliance with cooperative regulations. The incumbent also supports arbitration and supervises cooperative society operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan field activities and conduct residential courses to educate cooperators
- Recommend registration of study groups for legal recognition
- Recommend liquidation of dormant cooperative societies
- Inspect books and documents for development and legal compliance
- Facilitate drafting of by-laws for pre-cooperative groups
- Promote cooperative principles and encourage community participation
- Supervise treasurers and bookkeepers in record keeping
- Maintain updated member registers and ensure regular committee meetings
- Prepare periodic reports for monitoring and information sharing
- Arbitrate minor disputes within cooperative societies
Job Specification
Minimum Qualification:
- Diploma in Cooperative Studies, Business Management, or Business Administration
Required Skills & Knowledge
- Strong clerical and administrative abilities
- Basic financial and record-keeping skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of cooperative values, principles, and legal frameworks
- Ability to manage and resolve minor disputes
Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted on:
- Form GP 104 (for serving officers)
- Form GP 103 (for job seekers)
Required Documents:
- Certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts
- Certified copy of ID
- Up-to-date performance appraisal form (for serving officers)
- Contact number and email address on the application form
Submission Locations:
- Registry Office – Lesotho Cooperatives College (Next to Setsoto Stadium)
- Registry Office – Ministry Headquarters, LNDC Building
Closing Date: 18 August 2025