Administrative Assistant: Recruitment And Selection – Pretoria – Department Of Public Service And Administration

Administrative Assistant: Recruitment and Selection at the Department of Public Service and Administration in Pretoria, a vital government job in South Africa

Published 13 October 2026
Closing Date 26 October 2026
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About the Role

The Administrative Assistant: Recruitment and Selection position at the Department of Public Service and Administration in Pretoria plays a crucial role in shaping the future of South Africa’s public service. This role involves handling various aspects of the recruitment process, ensuring that the right talent is selected to serve our communities effectively. By managing applications and coordinating interviews, you will help facilitate a seamless hiring process that upholds the values of transparency and fairness in public service.

Located in the vibrant city of Pretoria, this position is essential in supporting the department’s mission to enhance human resource practices within the public sector. Your contributions will not only impact the department but also contribute to the overall efficiency and integrity of government jobs in South Africa. By joining this dedicated team, you will be part of a larger effort to build a skilled workforce that meets the needs of our diverse communities.

About the Department

The Department of Public Service and Administration is tasked with fostering a professional and efficient public service. The department’s primary mission is to ensure that the public sector operates effectively, with an emphasis on good governance, accountability, and service delivery. Working here means contributing to a legacy of public service that seeks to improve the lives of all South Africans through dedicated and innovative staffing solutions.

What You’ll Do

  • Capture and manage job applications from candidates.
  • Sort applications alphabetically and compile executive summaries.
  • Maintain a comprehensive database of all applications.
  • Arrange and coordinate shortlisting meetings, including scheduling and inviting stakeholders.
  • Scribe during shortlisting meetings and compile submissions for approvals.
  • Conduct reference checks for shortlisted candidates.
  • Organize and conduct interviews, including logistics and candidate support.
  • Assist candidates with Subsistence and Travel (S & T) forms.
  • Conduct integrity checks and verify qualifications through relevant agencies.
  • Compile educational verification databases from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

What You’ll Need

  • A qualification at NQF level 6 in Human Resource Management, Public Management, Administration, or related fields.
  • Familiarity with the Public Service Act and related regulations.
  • Knowledge of the Recruitment and Selection policy and procedures.
  • Strong problem-solving and project management skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
  • Competency in computer literacy and coordination.

How to Apply

To apply visit the application instructions below.

Requirements

A qualification at NQF level 6 in Human Resource Management / Human Resource Development/ Public Management / Administration / Industrial Psychology with no working experience.

Knowledge and skills: Exposure to the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Exposure to the Recruitment and Selection policy and prescripts, Exposure to Human 74 Resource Practices and Procedures, problem solving, project management, interpersonal relationship, policy analysis and development, computer literacy and co-ordination and organizing.

Job Duties

Capture applications from job applicants; Sort job applications alphabetically, capture all applications from job applicants, compile executive summary of all applications, maintain a database for the applications, Arrange and coordinate short listing; Arrange for a suitable date for short listing, invite all stakeholders, panel members including organized labour to the short listing, scribe during short listing meeting, compile submission for short listing, approvals, conduct reference checks for the shortlisted candidates, Arrange and conduct interviews, Arrange date and venue for the interviews, invite shortlisted candidates to the interviews, escort candidates to and from the interview venue on the day of the interviews, assist candidates with the completion of Subsistence and Travel (S & T) forms and submit them for approval, assist with any logistics regarding interviews, Conduct integrity check (Pre-employment security screening and verification of qualifications) , Conduct pre-employment security screening for the shortlisted candidates with National Investigation Agency (NIA), conduct verification of qualification for the recommended candidates with South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), and compile a database of all educational verification from SAQA.

Salary

R280 278 per annum, all-inclusive

How to Apply

To apply visit: https://erecruitment.treasury.gov.za/eRecruitment For Enquiries: Mr Herman Seleke Tel No: (012) 309 3886 75 ANNEXURE Q NATIONAL TREASURY The National Treasury is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from persons living with disabilities. It is the department’s intention to promote retrospectivity through filling these posts in line with the department’s approved Employment Equity Plan. Our buildings are accessible to persons living with disabilities.