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PERSONAL ASSISTANT (X2 POSTS)

Department of Transport

Salary band

R 338 106

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

DOT 178/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Transport

Location

Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg: Personal Assistant (to the Director: Empowerment Programmes) Ref No: DOT 178/2026 Ladysmith Region: Personal Assistant (to the Chief Director: Ladysmith Region) Ref No: DOT 179/2026

Salary

R338 106 per annum (level 07) 187

Requirements

A Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification related to secretarial; plus a minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Basic knowledge of financial administration. Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Good telephone etiquette. Computer Literacy. Sound organizational skills. Good management skills. High level of reliability. Written communication skills. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Ability to do research and analyze documents and situations. Good grooming and presentation skills. Self-management and motivation skills. Able to work under pressure.

Duties

Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director/Chief Director. Render administrative support services. Provide support to the Director/ Chief Director regarding meetings. Support the Director/Chief Director with the administration of the budget. Study the relevant Public Service and Departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. Proofread and analyse submissions/ documents and advise the Director/Chief Director accordingly.

Enquiries

Ms T Nkosi (Ladysmith) Tel No: (036) 638 4400 Ms VL Mdletshe (PMB) Tel No: (033) 355 8707

Notes

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions.

Closing Date

2026-08-28T23:59:00+02:00

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Requirements

·A Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification related to secretarial
·plus a minimum of 3 years’ experience in rendering a support service to senior management
·Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures
·Basic knowledge of financial administration
·Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds
·Good telephone etiquette
·Computer Literacy
·Sound organizational skills
·Good management skills
·High level of reliability

Key Duties

·Provide a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Director/Chief Director
·Render administrative support services
·Provide support to the Director/ Chief Director regarding meetings
·Support the Director/Chief Director with the administration of the budget
·Study the relevant Public Service and Departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly
·Proofread and analyse submissions/ documents and advise the Director/Chief Director accordingly

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

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✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
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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.

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