DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: PERSONAL ASSISTANT
DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT: PERSONAL ASSISTANT
DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Small Business Development is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. It is the DSBD’s intention to promote representativity (race, gender, youth & disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representativity will receive preference
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by email to the relevant email and by quoting
the relevant reference number provided on the subject line. Acceptable formats
for submission of documents are limited to MS Word, PDF. The Department of
Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and
redress. Candidates must submit applications to recruitment5@dsbd.gov.za
and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the
subject line (email) when applying, i.e., “REF NO: PA”
CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026 at 16h00. Applications received after the closing date will not
be considered.
NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully
completed and signed Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV. Submission
of copies of qualifications, Identity document, and any other relevant
documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All non-SA citizens will
be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa when
shortlisted. Personnel suitability checks will be done during the selection
process.
Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their
social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted
candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing
date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. In the pursuit of diversity and redress, appointments will be made
in line with the DSBD EE Plan. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS,
shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement
within three months of appointment, as well as complete a financial interest
declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. The
Department reserves the right not to fill or withdraw any advertised post. Note:
a new application for employment (Z83) form is applicable from 01 January
The new form can be downloaded online at
http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp.
OTHER POST
POST 08/353 : PERSONAL ASSISTANT “REF NO: PA”
SALARY : R325 101 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Minimum of 3 years’ administrative experience in office management,
secretarial or administration environment (experience in rendering support
service to senior management). A B Degree in Office Practice, Secretarial
Studies or Business Administration will be an added advantage. Knowledge on
the relevant legislation / policies / prescripts and procedures. Basic knowledge
on financial administration. Computer literacy (MS Office Packages and
Microsoft Teams). Have proven competencies: Communication skills (oral and
written) and interpersonal skills, Administrative and secretariat skills, problem
solving and decision support, confidentiality, ethics and professionalism, digital
literacy and systems proficiency and stakeholder management, coordination,
planning, organisation and time management and financial and procurement
administration skills and adaptability and resilience.
DUTIES : Provide a receptionist and front-line support services inclusive of but limited to
receiving, screening, directing or prioritising telephone calls, emails and digital
correspondence, clarifying instructions and accurately relaying messages etc.
Scrutinize electronic documents and submissions to identify required actions,
information gaps and supporting documentation for meeting. Collect, compile
and organise meeting packs and briefing documents using electronic
document management systems (EDMS). Manage and coordinate the Senior
Manager’s the diary using digital calendar systems, ensuring effective
management and prioritisation. Coordinate travel arrangements (flights,
accommodation, car rentals) through approved online travel management
systems and service providers.
Manage the flow of information and
correspondence to and from the Office of the Senior Manager through
electronic workflows and digital filing systems. Provide budget inputs and
supporting information to assist the Senior Manager with MTEF submissions
and planning processes. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders through
digital communication platforms to coordinate responses, action plans and
progress updates. Communicate with the Ministry and the Office of the
Director-General regarding submissions, reports and work-related
correspondence required by the Senior Manager.
ENQUIRIES : Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office
Tel No: (012) 394-5286/3097
