secretary to director: women & people with disabilities economic empowerment, Ref No. SEC TO DIR WPDEE /07 FEB 2026

Apply for secretary to director: women & people with disabilities economic empowerment at department of department of transport. Closing date 2026-03-13.

Job Summary

Department: department of transport

Directorate: women and people with disabilities economic empowerment

Province: kwazulu natal

Reference: SEC TO DIR WPDEE /07 FEB 2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-13

Salary: R228,321 - R268,950

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 5

Centre: Head Office: Pietermaritzburg


Minimum Qualification

Grade 12 (Senior Certificate) or equivalent qualification

Experience Required

Added Advantage in Secretarial/Administrative Support

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and general office equipment (Dictaphones, binding machines)
  • Sound knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework (PFMA, Public Service Act, Treasury Regulations)
  • Expertise in minute-taking and professional reporting formats
  • High-level organizational skills and professional telephone etiquette
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across diverse backgrounds
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Commitment to confidentiality, discretion, and reliability
  • Knowledge of Batho Pele principles and service delivery frameworks

Requirements

  • Practical experience in rendering secretarial or administrative support to Management/Senior Management is an added advantage
  • Computer literacy is a prerequisite

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide comprehensive secretarial and receptionist support to the Director, including call screening and referral
  • Manage the Director's professional diary, including recording appointments and scheduling events
  • Coordinate travel and event management services, liaising with agencies for bookings and verifying documentation
  • Facilitate directorate meetings by identifying venues, inviting role players, and organizing refreshments
  • Process travel and subsistence (T&S) claims and all invoices related to the Director's office activities
  • Provide clerical support including recording minutes, drafting routine correspondence, and managing the filing system
  • Handle the procurement of standard office items such as stationery and refreshments
  • Manage the recording and distribution of all incoming and outgoing documentation
  • Maintain an up-to-date understanding of Public Service prescripts and departmental policies to ensure office compliance

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R228321 - R268950 per annum (Level 5)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. N Nzama: Tel No: 033 264 2708 NOTE: All the appointments will be made in accordance with the Employment Equity Targets of the Department. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This post is only open to people residing in Kwazulu-Natal DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT The Provincial Administration of KwaZulu-Natal is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer

Reference No:

SEC TO DIR WPDEE /07 FEB 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: SEC TO DIR WPDEE /07 FEB 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

No. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of their ID, Senior Certificate, and other qualifications on or before the interview date.
The closing date is 13 March 2026 at 16h00. Late applications will not be considered.
No. The vacancy notes explicitly state that this post is only open to people residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
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