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PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Provincial Administration: Western Cape

Salary band

R 338 106

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

PSC 30/257

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Western Cape

Location

Stikland Hospital

Salary

R338 106 per annum

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: An accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 (a certificate of completion should be provided). Experience: Appropriate experience in rendering secretarial and/or administrative support services to management or senior management. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. High level of professionalism, integrity, diplomacy and confidentiality. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Excellent written and verbal communication. Minute-taking, report writing and document management proficiency. Strong organisational, planning, coordination, project management and time management skills. Knowledge of government protocol, administrative procedures, correspondence standards, POPIA, MISS, National Archives Act, Treasury Regulations and SCM processes. Interpersonal, stakeholder liaison and problem-solving skills. Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgement and maintain confidentiality.

Duties

Provide executive secretarial and strategic diary management support to the CEO, including managing competing diary demands, meeting logistics and preparation of briefing packs. Facilitate high level stakeholder liaison, including interaction with CD/HOD offices, senior government officials and external partners while ensuring adherence to protocol. Renders administrative support services and manage confidential documents and information flow, ensuring compliance with POPIA, MHCA and departmental records management requirements. Provides support to manager regarding meetings, events and 202

Enquiries

Ms L van der Berg Tel No: (021) 940-4402

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.

Closing Date

s. High level of professionalism, integrity, diplomacy and confidentiality. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Excellent written and verbal communication. Minute-taking, report writing and document management proficiency. Strong organisational, planning, coordination, project management and time management skills. Knowledge of government protocol, administrative procedures, correspondence standards, POPIA, MISS, National Archives Act, Treasury Regulations and SCM processes. Interpersonal, stakeholder liaison and problem-solving skills. Ability to exercise discretion, sound judgement and maintain confidentiality.

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Western Cape. 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

  • ·Minimum educational qualification: An accredited secretarial diploma and/or administrative qualification on the level of NQF level 5 (a certificate of completion should be provided)
  • ·Experience: Appropriate experience in rendering secretarial and/or administrative support services to management or senior management
  • ·Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence
  • ·Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • ·High level of professionalism, integrity, diplomacy and confidentiality
  • ·Competencies (knowledge/skills): Advanced MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • ·Excellent written and verbal communication
  • ·Minute-taking, report writing and document management proficiency
  • ·Strong organisational, planning, coordination, project management and time management skills
  • ·Knowledge of government protocol, administrative procedures, correspondence standards, POPIA, MISS, National Archives Act, Treasury Regulations and SCM processes

Key Duties

  • ·Provide executive secretarial and strategic diary management support to the CEO, including managing competing diary demands, meeting logistics and preparation of briefing packs
  • ·Facilitate high level stakeholder liaison, including interaction with CD/HOD offices, senior government officials and external partners while ensuring adherence to protocol
  • ·Renders administrative support services and manage confidential documents and information flow, ensuring compliance with POPIA, MHCA and departmental records management requirements
  • ·Provides support to manager regarding meetings, events and 202

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to sprecruit40@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the PERSONAL ASSISTANT position at Provincial Administration: Western Cape?+

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What is the salary for the PERSONAL ASSISTANT position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 338 106. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the PERSONAL ASSISTANT application close?+

The closing date for this position is 4 September 2026 - 13 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.