Apply for Government Vacancies Now | PERSONAL ASSISTANT Role in Gauteng

Job Title:	PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Company:	DPSA Government
Job Reference:	HR4/25/09/16HO
Category:	Government
Location:	Pretoria, ZA
Employment Type:	Full Time
Date Posted:	2025-09-20T19:00
Closing Date:	2025-10-07T20:59
Salary:	ZAR 369514 - 468459 per year

PERSONAL ASSISTANT - Job Description

Introduction for Government Vacancies

Apply for Government Vacancies Now | PERSONAL ASSISTANT Role in Gauteng attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below.

Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to Government Vacancies conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered.

Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All Government Vacancies shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’s technical and generic requirements. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Your information will be used soley for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Government Vacancies Employment Equity Plan of the Department shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s)

Responsibilities in Government Vacancies

Provide administrative support to the Deputy Director-General.

Manage the Deputy Director-General’s diary, including the events calendar, arrange meetings and workshops. Monitor the provision of secretariat services in the Deputy Director for Government Vacancies- General’s Office. Maintain confidentiality of documents and ensure that all strategic complex correspondence are properly filed including the management of those records thereof. Coordinate all the Deputy Director- General’s Projects and monitors the Branch Budget.

Required Qualifications in Government Vacancies

An undergraduate qualification at NQF6 as recognized by SAQA in Office Management/ Information Management/ Public Administration/Business Administration. Four (4) years functional experience in Office Administration/ Secretariat services. Knowledge for Government Vacancies: Basic Departmental policies and procedures, Administration procedures, Batho Pele Principles. Skills: Communication, Analytical, Computer literacy, Interpersonal, Organizing and Planning, Telephone etiquette.