administrative clerk (production): debt management, Ref No. DOT 17/2026

Apply for administrative clerk (production): debt management at department of department of transport. Closing date 2026-03-20.

Job Summary

Department: department of transport

Directorate: financial systems & revenue control

Province: kwazulu natal

Reference: DOT 17/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-20

Salary: R228,321

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 5

Centre: Inkosi Mhlabunzima Maphumulo House, Pietermaritzburg

Minimum Qualification

Senior Certificate / National Certificate (Vocational) NQF Level 4

Experience Required

0-2 years (Entry Level) in Financial Administration / Debt Recovery

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Basic knowledge of the Basic Accounting System (BAS) and Persal
  • Strong numeric and foundational accountancy skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data tracking and report writing
  • Understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict financial deadlines
  • Interpersonal skills for dealing with debt recovery queries professionally

Requirements

Entry Level (Administrative or Financial background preferred)

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of all 'in-service' and 'out-of-service' departmental debts
  • Facilitate and monitor the systematic recovery of outstanding monies owed to the state
  • Perform financial functions related to the formal 'setting up' of debts and subsequent recovery processes
  • Process debt write-offs strictly in accordance with approved debt management policies and PFMA procedures
  • Review debt account records periodically and compile detailed monthly progress updates for management
  • Ensure all debt-related transactions are correctly captured and managed on the BAS (Basic Accounting System) and Persal systems
  • Adhere to Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, and the Income Tax Act during debt processing
  • Maintain high levels of confidentiality regarding employee and departmental financial data

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R228321 per annum (level 05)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mrs N Zwane Tel No: 033 - 355 8801

Reference No:

DOT 17/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: DOT 17/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In-service debt refers to money owed by current employees (usually recovered via salary deductions), while out-of-service debt refers to money owed by former employees or external parties that requires manual recovery or legal facilitation.
While it is an entry-level (Level 5) post, having a basic understanding of these systems is listed under 'Knowledge Required' and will significantly improve your chances during the shortlisting process.
It is the administrative process of removing a debt from the books when it is deemed irrecoverable, provided all legal and policy-driven steps to collect it have been exhausted.

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