SAPS Secretary / Office Assistant Vacancies
SAPS Secretary / Office Assistant Vacancies
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is inviting applications for Secretary / Office Assistant vacancies in different divisions and offices. These posts are suitable for applicants who have strong administration skills, computer literacy, good communication ability, and the confidence to work in a professional office environment.
A total of 35 Secretary posts are available, with most positions based at Pretoria / SAPS Head Office, while some posts are available in provinces such as Mpumalanga, Limpopo and the Western Cape.
Job Overview
Position: Secretary / Office Assistant
Department: South African Police Service
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Salary Level: Level 5
Closing Date: 10 July 2026
Qualification Required: Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
Application Form: Z83 Form, 2021 version, with a comprehensive CV
Available SAPS Secretary Posts
The advertised posts include opportunities in the following SAPS divisions and components:
Presidential Protection Service
Post Number: PPS03/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: HQ Pretoria
Component: Office of the Component Head, Presidential Protection Service
Visible Policing
Number of Posts: 5
Centres and References:
- Firearm Compliance and Enforcement, Sancardia Building, Arcadia – Ref No: VP E14/2026
- Central Firearms Register, Veritas Building, Pretoria Central – Ref No: VP E15/2026
- Liquor and Second-Hand Goods Services, Sancardia Building, Arcadia – Ref No: VP E16/2026
- Veterinary Services, Roodeplaat, Pretoria – Ref No: VP E17/2026
- Front Line Services, Midcity Building, 540 Pretorius Street, Arcadia – Ref No: VP E18/2026
Financial Management Services
Internal Control
Ref No: FMS 10/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Pretoria
Expenditure Management
Ref No: FMS 13/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Pretoria
Compensation Services
Ref No: FMS 17/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Pretoria
Technology Management Services
Number of Posts: 5
Centre: Head Office
Available offices include:
- Investigation Systems Management – Post Number: TMS 10/2026
- Converged Communication Services – Post Number: TMS 11/2026
- IS/ICT Portfolio Governance – Post Number: TMS 12/2026
- Applications Portfolio Management – Post Number: TMS 13/2026
- Technology Governance Management – Post Number: TMS 14/2026
Auxiliary Services
Ref No: AUX/04/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office
Component: Records Management and Sundry Services
Executive Secretariat
Ref No: ESIR 07/06/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Pretoria
Detective Services
Number of Posts: 8
Centre: Head Office Pretoria and Pretoria/Centurion
Available references include:
- Serious and Violent Crime – Ref No: DET 06/2026
- Crime Investigation Service – Ref No: DET 07/2026
- Harmful Occult Related Practices, Missing Persons and Crime Stop – Ref No: DET 08/2026
- Crime Investigation Coordination Group C – Ref No: DET 09/2026
- Anti-Gang Investigations – Ref No: DET 10/2026
- Trans National Investigations – Ref No: DET 11/2026
- Operational Desk and Projects Investigations – Ref No: DET 12/2026
- Priority Investigations Service, Centurion – Ref No: DET 13/2026
Risk and Integrity Management
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Pretoria
Available posts:
- Integrity Management – Ref No: RIM 05/06/2026
- Risk Management – Ref No: RIM 06/06/2026
Corporate Support
Ref No: CS 05/06/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Pretoria
Strategic Management
Number of Posts: 2
Centre: Pretoria
Available posts:
- Strategy Development and SDI Coordination – Post Number: SM05/06/2026
- Project Management – Post Number: SM06/06/2026
Legal Services
Component Head: Litigation
Ref No: LS08/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office / Pretoria
Section Head: Civil Litigation
Ref No: LS09/2026
Number of Posts: 1
Centre: Head Office / Pretoria
Internal Audit
Number of Posts: 4
Centres and References:
- Pretoria Head Office: Risk Based and Compliance Audit – Ref No: IA30/06/2026
- Mpumalanga: Internal Audit – Ref No: IA31/06/2026
- Limpopo: Internal Audit – Ref No: IA32/06/2026
- Western Cape: Internal Audit – Ref No: IA33/06/2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
- South African citizenship
- Proficiency in English and at least one other official language
- Computer literacy, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook and MS Office
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Sound planning, organising, administrative and problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Customer focus and responsiveness
- Ability to work under pressure and extended hours
- Ability to act independently, professionally, accountably and with credibility
Relevant courses in the field of the post will be an added advantage for most positions.
Posts That Require Experience
Most of the Secretary posts require Grade 12 and relevant office skills. However, some posts also require experience.
The following posts require at least four years’ experience in the field of the post:
- Executive Secretariat – Ref No: ESIR 07/06/2026
- Risk and Integrity Management – Ref No: RIM 05/06/2026
- Risk and Integrity Management – Ref No: RIM 06/06/2026
For these posts, a relevant three-year diploma or degree at NQF Level 6 or higher, relevant training courses, and a valid driver’s licence will serve as added advantages.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will provide professional secretarial and administrative support to senior managers, section heads, component heads or commanders.
Key duties may include:
- Managing diaries, appointments and office schedules
- Coordinating meetings, workshops and official engagements
- Taking minutes and preparing agendas
- Typing letters, reports, memorandums and other documents
- Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence
- Maintaining filing systems, registers and records
- Receiving and assisting visitors
- Answering and screening telephone calls
- Making travel and accommodation arrangements
- Processing claims, subsistence and travel-related documents
- Managing office inventory and supplies
- Protecting confidential documents and records
- Providing general administrative support in line with SAPS procedures
These roles require candidates who are organised, reliable, professional and able to work with confidential information.
How to Apply for SAPS Secretary / Office Assistant Vacancies
Applications must be submitted on the Z83 Application Form, 2021 version, together with a comprehensive CV.
Applicants must correctly indicate the post title, post particulars and reference number of the specific vacancy they are applying for.
Important application instructions:
- Submit a separate Z83 form for each post you apply for
- Use the correct physical, postal or email address for the specific post
- Late applications will not be accepted
- Applications sent to the wrong address will not be considered
- Shortlisted candidates must bring original documents to the interview
- Qualifications and driver’s licences will be verified with the relevant institutions
Application Addresses and Email Contacts
Because there are multiple posts, applicants must apply using the correct address or email for the specific reference number.
Examples of application emails include:
- Presidential Protection Service: Kganyagonn@saps.gov.za / SithebeS@saps.gov.za / MnyalatyhoLL@saps.gov.za / SekwapeND@saps.gov.za / SibandeK@saps.gov.za / ModihaI@saps.gov.za
- Visible Policing: MakgetaM@saps.gov.za and NukeriSP@saps.gov.za
- Financial Management Services: FMS-Recruitment@saps.gov.za
- Technology Management Services: tms.vacancies@saps.gov.za
- Auxiliary Services: MadavhaA@saps.gov.za
- Executive Secretariat: MashiloaneK@saps.gov.za
- Detective Services: Detectiverecruitment@saps.gov.za
- Risk and Integrity Management: PretoriusK@saps.gov.za
- Corporate Support: TshabalalaBeauty@saps.gov.za
- Strategic Management: LegoraT@saps.gov.za / TiyaBR@saps.gov.za / waldeckc@saps.gov.za
- Legal Services: NonkenyanaNL@saps.gov.za / MokholoaneM@saps.gov.za / SereetsiK@saps.gov.za
- Internal Audit: RatshiedanaS@saps.gov.za and DhlaminiA@saps.gov.za
Applicants are strongly advised to double-check the reference number and the correct email or delivery address before submitting their applications.
Closing Date
The closing date for the SAPS Secretary / Office Assistant vacancies is:
10 July 2026
Applications must be submitted before the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Final Reminder
These SAPS Secretary / Office Assistant vacancies are a good opportunity for applicants with Grade 12, computer literacy and strong administrative skills. Since there are several posts across different SAPS divisions, applicants should carefully choose the correct post, complete the Z83 form properly, attach a detailed CV, and submit the application to the correct address before the closing date.
