personal assistant, Ref No. DSD/2026/33

Apply for personal assistant at department of limpopo department of social development. Closing date 2026-03-13.

Job Summary

Department: limpopo department of social development

Directorate: office of the manager

Province: limpopo

Reference: DSD/2026/33

Closing Date: 2026-03-13

Salary: R325,101

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 7

Centre: Mopani District

Minimum Qualification

NQF Level 6 in Management Assistant, Secretarial, Office Management, Public Administration, or Management as recognized by SAQA.

Experience Required

2 years in Executive Secretarial Support

Required Competencies & Skills

  • In-depth knowledge of public service legislation and procedures
  • Basic proficiency in financial administration and budget tracking
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High-level organizational and time management abilities
  • Tact and discretion in handling confidential information
  • Research and document analysis skills
  • Advanced computer literacy and presentation skills
  • Professional telephone etiquette.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 1-2 years experience in rendering executive support to senior management
  • Proven track record in office administration and secretarial services.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide comprehensive secretarial and receptionist support services to the Manager
  • Render professional administrative support including the management of correspondence and documentation
  • Coordinate and manage the Manager's diary, including meeting schedules and logistical arrangements
  • Assist in the administration and tracking of the Manager's departmental budget
  • Consolidate inputs from various stakeholders to compile high-level reports
  • Manage communication and respond to enquiries from both internal and external stakeholders
  • Maintain a deep understanding of the procedures and processes applicable to the Office of the Manager.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R325101.per annum, (Level 07)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr S Rasivumo / Ms ME Gafane / Mr QLM Mogotlane / Ms MR Semake/Mr LI Mosehlana at 015 230 4422 / 4315 / 4375 / 4434. 125

Reference No:

DSD/2026/33

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: DSD/2026/33
  • 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

The incumbent is expected to support the Manager with budget administration. This involves tracking expenditures, preparing inputs for financial reports, and ensuring that the office's spending aligns with public service financial prescripts.
Beyond technical secretarial skills, the ability to act with tact and discretion is a deal-breaker. You will be handling sensitive information and acting as the primary point of contact for high-level stakeholders.
Yes. As per the DPSA directive, shortlisted candidates must undertake a practical exercise. For a PA role, this typically focuses on advanced document formatting, spreadsheet management for budgeting, and professional email drafting.

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