Senior Secretary
Department of Basic Education
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- Salary
- R280 278 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 06 Nov 2026
Posted 7 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Matric (Grade 12)
- Experience
- 1+ year
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- Senior secretary to a Director at the Department of Basic Education, Pretoria
- Senior Certificate (matric)
- 1 year of secretarial experience is an advantage
- Good MS Office skills
- R280 278 a year
How to apply
Apply by email
How to apply: Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email your application HR@dbe.gov.za in PDF format. Please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.education.gov.za Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/06, ref DBE/78/2026. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
Email: HR@dbe.gov.za
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Branch: Social Mobilisation and Support Services Chief Directorate: Care and Support in Schools Directorate: Psychosocial Support
Requirements:
The applicant must be in possession of a Senior Certificate or equivalent; One (1) year relevant experience in rendering secretarial or administrative support services to senior management will serve as an added advantage; Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, departmental policies and public service regulatory frameworks; Ability to work under pressure, maintain confidentiality and manage multiple tasks; Good verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal relations, organisational and planning skills, telephone etiquette, record management, minute-taking and report writing skills; Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams); A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
Duties:
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support services to the Director: Psychosocial Support; Managing the diary of the Director by scheduling meetings, appointments and events; Receiving, screening and direct telephone calls and correspondence; Drafting routing correspondence, submissions, reports and presentations; Coordinating meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes and follow up on resolutions; Managing incoming and outgoing documents and ensure proper filing and records management systems are maintained in line with departmental policies and the National Archives and Records Service requirements; Arranging travel and accommodation for the Director and process related claims; Maintaining logistical and administrative support workshops, meetings and stakeholder engagement; Maintaining office supplies and ensuring the efficient functioning of the office; Liaising with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of the Director.
Notes:
The successful candidate must sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose their financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance.
Enquiries: Ms N Monyela Tel No: (012) 357 3294/ Mr M Segowa Tel No: (012) 357 4291
Reference number: DBE/78/2026