Department of Correctional Services

Assistant Director: Administrative Secretary

Salary or stipendR487 197 per annum

The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Assistant Director: Administrative Secretary. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

National Head Office: Office of the DC: Financial and Management AccountingApplications close 6 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/57, page 37

Reference number: HO 2026/11/53 Office of the DC: Health Care Services
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 6 November 2026
Centre: National Head Office: Office of the DC: Financial and Management Accounting

What you will need

Computer literate.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Performance planning, reporting and service delivery Improvement.
Financial management.
Problem solving and decision-making skills.
Facilitation skills.
Plan, organise, lead and control.
Team leadership.
Project management.
Presentation, conflict management and report writing skills.
Training and development.
Time management.
Confidentiality.
Coaching and mentoring.
Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework.
Service delivery and client orientation.
integrity and honesty.
Assertiveness.
Ability to network.
Influence and impact.
Applied strategic thinking.
Willingness to travel.

Experience

A recognised Degree /National Diploma in Office Management /Public Administration or relevant qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant environment.

Driver's licence

Valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

Competencies And Attributes: Performance planning, reporting and service delivery Improvement.
Problem solving and decision-making skills.
Facilitation skills.
Presentation, conflict management and report writing skills.

Key responsibilities

Prepare and consolidate reports for the

Additional details

Grade: National

How to apply

Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo
Telephone: (012) 307 2174, (012) 305 8589

Please note

Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Applications for this vacancy have closed.