Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Secretary Vacancy
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Secretary Vacancy
The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for a Secretary vacancy in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.
This government job opportunity is suitable for applicants with a Grade 12 certificate, computer literacy and strong administrative, communication and organisational skills.
The successful candidate will provide secretarial, receptionist and clerical support to the Director within the Corporate Services Directorate.
Applications close on 07 August 2026.
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Secretary Vacancy
Employer: Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
Position: Secretary
Directorate: Corporate Services
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/183
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Salary Level: Level 05
Closing Date: 07 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Grade 12 certificate
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint
- Good telephone etiquette
- Strong organisational skills
- Good interpersonal and people skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to communicate with people from different backgrounds and at different levels
- The ability to work with tact, confidentiality and discretion
The vacancy does not list a tertiary qualification or previous work experience as a compulsory requirement. Candidates who have Grade 12 and the required administrative skills are encouraged to apply.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide secretarial, receptionist and administrative support to the Director.
Reception and Telephone Support
Responsibilities will include:
- Receiving incoming telephone calls
- Directing calls to the correct officials
- Taking and delivering accurate messages
- Assisting visitors and officials professionally
- Maintaining good telephone etiquette
Diary and Appointment Management
The Secretary will:
- Record appointments in the Director’s diary
- Update meetings and official events
- Help the Director manage daily appointments
- Collect the documents needed for meetings
- Remind relevant officials about scheduled engagements
Typing and Office Administration
The successful applicant will be responsible for:
- Typing documents for the Director
- Typing documents for other employees in the unit
- Drafting routine correspondence
- Preparing basic reports
- Operating computers and photocopiers
- Maintaining an organised filing system
- Receiving and recording incoming documents
- Distributing incoming and outgoing correspondence
Meeting and Event Coordination
The Secretary will assist with the organisation of meetings and events by:
- Identifying suitable venues
- Inviting relevant role players
- Arranging refreshments
- Preparing meeting schedules
- Setting up meeting venues
- Recording basic meeting minutes when required
- Collecting supporting documents for meetings
Travel Arrangements
The successful candidate will:
- Communicate with travel agencies
- Arrange official travel and accommodation
- Check travel arrangements when documents are received
- Process travel and subsistence claims
- File relevant travel documentation
Financial and Procurement Administration
Responsibilities will include:
- Processing invoices linked to the activities of the Director’s office
- Procuring standard office items
- Ordering stationery
- Arranging refreshments
- Maintaining supporting financial documents
- Following the correct departmental procurement procedures
General Clerical Support
The Secretary will also:
- Administer leave registers
- Assist with telephone account administration
- Maintain accurate office records
- Keep confidential information secure
- Remain informed about relevant Public Service policies
- Study departmental procedures and prescripts
- Follow the processes that apply in the office of the Director
- Provide efficient support to the senior manager and the unit
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Secretarial and administrative skills
- Computer literacy
- Professional telephone etiquette
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Planning and organising
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Record management
- Interpersonal skills
- Confidentiality and discretion
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to communicate professionally with senior officials, colleagues and members of the public
Salary
The successful candidate will receive a salary of:
R237 453 per annum at Salary Level 05.
Employment conditions and applicable benefits will be determined according to Public Service regulations.
Employment Equity Targets
The Department has identified the following employment equity targets for this vacancy:
- African males
- Coloured males
- Indian males
- White males
- Indian females
- White females
- Persons with disabilities
Candidates from the identified groups who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by hand delivery or email.
Hand-Delivered Applications
Deliver your application during office hours to:
1st Floor
270 Jabu Ndlovu Street
Formerly known as Loop Street
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Email Applications
Applications may be emailed to:
Applicants should use the reference number below in the email subject line:
3/1/1/1/2026/183
Ensure that all required application documents are attached and clearly readable before sending the email.
Application Tips
Before submitting your application:
- Check that your contact details are correct
- Include the correct reference number
- Ensure that all required documents are attached
- Use a professional email address
- Make sure scanned documents are clear
- Submit the application before the closing date
- Keep a copy of your application
- Keep proof of email submission or hand delivery
- Avoid submitting duplicate applications unless requested
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Enquiries
Questions about the vacancy may be directed to:
Ms N Ziqubu
Telephone: (033) 264 9515
Applications must be submitted using the official email address or hand-delivery address provided in the vacancy advert.
Closing Date
Applications close on:
07 August 2026
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications early to avoid last-minute technical or delivery problems.
Why You Should Consider Applying
This Secretary vacancy offers an opportunity to work for the Department of Land Reform and Rural Development in Pietermaritzburg.
The position may suit candidates who enjoy administrative work, diary management, organising meetings, handling correspondence, maintaining records and supporting senior management.
Applicants with Grade 12, computer literacy and strong communication skills should consider applying before the deadline.
