Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Administration Clerk Vacancy in Nelspruit
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Administration Clerk Vacancy in Nelspruit
The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD) is inviting applications for an Administration Clerk vacancy in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.
This government job opportunity may suit candidates who have completed Grade 12 and have good communication, computer, planning and organisational skills. The successful candidate will join the Legal Support Directorate and provide a range of administrative, procurement, personnel and financial support services.
Applications close on 24 August 2026.
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Administration Clerk Vacancy
Department: Department of Land Reform and Rural Development
Position: Administration Clerk
Directorate: Legal Support
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/203
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Salary Level: Level 05
Location: Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
Closing Date: 24 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- A Grade 12 certificate
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Planning and organisational skills
- Computer literacy
- Good interpersonal skills
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
The vacancy advert does not list a specific number of years of work experience, making it worth considering for eligible applicants looking to build a career in government administration.
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful Administration Clerk will provide general clerical and administrative support to the Legal Support Directorate.
Key responsibilities will include:
General Clerical Support
- Record, organise, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and information
- Update registers and statistics
- Handle routine enquiries
- Make photocopies and send or receive documents
- Distribute documents and packages to relevant stakeholders
- Maintain the filing system for the component
- Type letters and other correspondence when required
- Maintain incoming and outgoing document registers
- Take and draft meeting minutes
Supply Chain and Procurement Support
The Administration Clerk will also provide supply chain clerical support, including:
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding the procurement of goods and services
- Obtaining quotations
- Completing procurement forms for standard office purchases
- Managing and controlling office stationery
- Maintaining the component’s asset register
Personnel Administration Support
Responsibilities related to staff administration will include:
- Maintaining the leave register
- Keeping personnel records up to date
- Maintaining the attendance register
- Arranging official travel and accommodation
Financial Administration Support
The successful applicant will assist with financial administration by:
- Capturing and updating expenditure records
- Checking subsistence and travel claims for accuracy
- Submitting claims to the relevant manager for approval
- Handling telephone accounts
- Assisting with petty cash administration
How to Apply for the Administration Clerk Vacancy
Applicants may submit their applications using either of the following methods.
Apply by Email
Send your application to:
Applicants should ensure that they quote Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/203 in their application.
Hand-Deliver Applications
Applications may also be delivered during office hours to:
17 Van Rensburg Street
7th Floor, Bateleur Building
Mbombela
1200
Make sure your application is submitted before the closing date.
Closing Date
24 August 2026
Applications received after the closing date may not be considered, so candidates are encouraged to prepare and submit their applications early.
Employment Equity Targets
The Department has indicated the following Employment Equity targets for this vacancy:
- Coloured males
- Indian males
- White males
- Coloured females
- Indian females
- White females
- Persons with disabilities
Candidates who meet the requirements are still encouraged to review the official application requirements carefully before submitting their applications.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding the vacancy, contact:
Mr MO Fakude
Telephone: (013) 754 8074
Why Consider This Administration Clerk Opportunity?
This position provides an opportunity to work within a national government department while gaining exposure to several important administrative functions, including document management, procurement, personnel administration and financial support.
Candidates with Grade 12 who are organised, computer literate and comfortable working with documents, records and different stakeholders may find this opportunity particularly relevant.
If you meet the requirements and would like to pursue a career in public-sector administration, submit your application before 24 August 2026.
