Personal Assistant — Office of the Secretary for Defense
The Department of Defense is hiring a Personal Assistant to the Secretary for Defense in Pretoria. Strong admin and organizational skills required.
| Job Title | Personal Assistant — Office of the Secretary for Defence |
| Company | Department of Defense |
| Job Reference | SECDEF/30/33/26 |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-09-15T18:40 |
| Closing Date | 2026-09-28T20:37 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 338106 - 398277 per year |
| Education Requirement | Associate degree |
| Minimum Experience | 1 year(s) (12 months) |
Personal Assistant — Office of the Secretary for Defence - Job Description
Introduction
The Department of Defense's Office of the Secretary for Defense is recruiting a Personal Assistant to provide high-level administrative and secretarial support at the Amcor Building in Erasmus Kloof, Pretoria. Personal Assistant - jobs Pretoria government. This is a strong opportunity for an organized, discreet professional to support senior leadership directly. Personal Assistant — Office of the Secretary for Defense
About the Company
The Department of Defence, through the Office of the Secretary for Defence, oversees administrative governance and policy support for South Africa's defence function, working closely with senior military and civilian leadership.
Responsibilities
The Personal Assistant will manage reception, screen calls and visitors, and coordinate the Secretary's diary, meetings, and travel arrangements. The role includes preparing briefing notes, reports, and correspondence, maintaining a reliable filing and records system, coordinating procurement for office needs, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders while protecting the confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
Required Qualifications
A Grade 12 certificate (NQF Level 4) with a Secretarial Diploma is required; a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) is an advantage. Candidates need at least three years of combined experience supporting senior management, including report writing and briefing preparation, plus knowledge of Public Service legislation, records management, and office and financial administration. Strong organisational, communication, and computer skills (including PowerPoint) are essential, along with discretion and professional presentation.
Job Benefits and Perks
Level 07 salary band with standard public service benefits, based at the Armscor Building in Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, working directly alongside senior defence leadership.
How to Apply
Submit the prescribed Z83 form (available from the DPSA website) with a detailed CV to Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001; hand-deliver to the Armscor Building, Cnr Nossob & Delmas Ave, Erasmuskloof Ext 4, Pretoria, 0001; or email zama.mahlangu@dod.mil.za. Applications close 28 September 2026 at 16:00. Enquiries: Ms Zama Mahlangu, (012) 355-6206.
This vacancy also has confirmed openings in: Johannesburg, Sandton (Gauteng).