assistant director: secretariat and office administrative support, Ref No. DSD04/02/2026HO

Apply for assistant director: secretariat and office administrative support at department of department of social development (dsd). Closing date 2026-05-08.

Job Summary

Department: department of social development (dsd)

Directorate: executive support / office of the hod

Province:

Reference: DSD04/02/2026HO

Closing Date: 2026-05-08

Salary: R468,459

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 9

Centre: Head office, Pietermaritzburg

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or Public Administration

Experience Required

3 years Administrative / Office Management in office management

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced minute taking and report writing
  • Expert knowledge of the Public Service Act and Regulations
  • Proficiency in the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
  • Organizational and logistical planning expertise
  • High-level business communication and interpersonal skills
  • Conflict management and problem-solving
  • Computer literacy (Advanced MS Office)
  • Knowledge of Employee Performance Management (EPMDS)
  • Valid driver's license

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years administrative experience in office management or administration

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide comprehensive secretariat support to departmental committees and executive forums
  • Coordinate high-level committee logistics, including venue sourcing and stakeholder notification
  • Manage the end-to-end documentation lifecycle: agenda setting, minute taking, and resolution tracking
  • Implement and maintain robust office administration systems and digital/physical records
  • Direct the flow of sensitive documentation to ensure timeous executive decision-making
  • Manage the human and financial resources of the Division in line with the PFMA
  • Act as the primary administrative liaison for senior management and external stakeholders
  • Ensure all committee proceedings adhere to the Public Service regulatory framework
  • Monitor the implementation of meeting resolutions and provide progress reports to leadership

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R468459 per annum (Level 09)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr OE Kabasia Tel No: (033) 264 2096

Reference No:

DSD04/02/2026HO

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: DSD04/02/2026HO
  • 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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