ADMINISTRATION CLERK POST NUMBER: TMS 21/2026

SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE

About this role

About administrative roles in South Africa

Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

• ·Applicants must display competency in the core functions of the post
• ·Be proficient in at least English and one other official language
• ·Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview Be in possession of Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 or equivalent qualification (NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA)
• ·Three (3) year National Diploma (NQF6) Information Technology/ Information Systems/Computer Systems and relevant courses in the field of the post will serve as an added advantage
• ·A valid code 8 driver's license will be an added advantage
• ·One (1) years’ functional experience in the ICT field/ environment/ technical support environment with understanding of network connectivity technologies
• ·Knowledge of End-user support procedures, Operating systems, Active Directory, ICT Service Management Process, Batho Pele Principles, MISS Policy (DPSA) Skills: Communication, Computer literacy, Time Management, Analytical thinking, Good interpersonal relation, Listening, Innovative, Client focused/centric, Sense of responsibility, Organisational goal driven, attention to detail
• ·Knowledge, skills and

Key Duties

• ·Perform general clerical duties including data capturing, document management, correspondence handling, and maintaining records within the National Operations Centre
• ·Provide first-line administrative support by logging incidents, tracking requests, and ensuring timely communication between units and stakeholders
• ·Assist with user account administration, including password resets and access support for SAPS internal systems in line with security protocols
• ·Ensure compliance with confidentiality, data protection policies, and standard operating procedures while delivering efficient administrative support

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