About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Administration Clerk for its Umkhanyakude District office. This vital position is designed for individuals eager to contribute positively to the community through essential administrative support services. The Administration Clerk plays a crucial role in ensuring that the department runs smoothly, ultimately benefiting public service delivery across South Africa.
Located in the beautiful Umkhanyakude District, this role is not just about clerical tasks; it’s an opportunity to become an integral part of a team that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of local citizens. By supporting various administrative functions, the successful candidate will help ensure that services to the public are efficient and effective, thereby making a lasting impact on the community.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to promoting good governance and enhancing the efficiency of public service in South Africa. It focuses on creating a capable and responsive public sector that effectively serves the needs of all citizens. Working here means being part of a mission that values integrity, transparency, and professionalism, providing an enriching environment for personal and professional growth.
What You’ll Do
- Render general clerical support services to various components of the department.
- Provide supply chain clerical support, ensuring that all logistical processes are maintained effectively.
- Assist with personnel administration tasks, contributing to the management of human resources.
- Offer financial administration support to help maintain accurate financial records and processes.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
- Basic understanding of clerical duties and practices.
- Ability to capture data accurately and operate a computer.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Knowledge of the legislative framework governing the public service.
- Planning and organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 or equivalent with no previous experience required.
Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have: - Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics; Knowledge and understanding of legislative framework governing the Public Service.
Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment; Computer skills; Planning and organisational skills; Language; Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Job Duties
The successful candidate will be required to render administrative support services with the following responsibilities: - Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component; Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component; Provide financial administration support services in the component.
Salary
R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Campus Manager Ref No: 3/3/1/49/2026 advertised in the Public Services Vacancy Circular no 24 of 2026 was published with the incorrect EE Targets; the correct EE Targets are African Males and Females, and persons with disability. Therefore, the submission of job applications will be accepted from 25 September 2026 until 09 October 2026 at 16:00 through the same application channels published under the Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 dated 10 July 2026. Withdrawal of Advertisement: The post of Senior Security Officer (reference: 3/3/1/83/2026), which was published in the Public Service Vacancy Circular number 32 dated 04 September 2026, closing 18 September 2026, has been withdrawn. 5 OTHER POSTS
For Enquiries:
Mrs VM Sikhosana Tel No: (035) 573 0885 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Department of Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representativity in all occupational categories in the Department MANAGEMENT ECHELON
