DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Higher Education And Training

Senior Administration Officer: Office Of The Principal

Salary or stipendR413 001 per annum (Level 08)

The Department of Higher Education And Training is looking for a Senior Administration Officer: Office Of The Principal. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.

Central OfficeApplications close 16 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/70, page 59

Reference number
TNC/CO/26-10/2
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Gauteng
Closing date
16 November 2026
Job level
08
Centre
Central Office

What you will need

  • The incumbent must also be computer literate and have a valid driver’s licence.
  • Extensive knowledge of various filing systems.
  • Knowledge of Office Administration methodologies.
  • Knowledge and understanding of departmental legislation and Prescripts.
  • Knowledge of the Continuing Education and Training Act.

Experience

Matric certificate/NCV L4 plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Public Management/Public Administration/Management Assistant as recognised by SAQA with a minimum of three to five (3-5) years’ appropriate experience in a PSET Administration Environment.

Driver's licence

The incumbent must also be computer literate and have a valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

  • Analytical thinking, Planning and organising, Problem Solving, Financial Administration, Interpersonal Skill, Customer Focus, Office Administration, MS Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Multi-Tasking, Teamwork, Time Management, Good verbal and written skills, Communication skills, Honesty, integrity, and accountability.

Key responsibilities

  • The successful candidates will be responsible for, among other things, the following specific tasks: implementing the administrative operations of the office.
  • Perform general administrative activities in support of the Office.
  • Draft submissions, reports, memorandums, and minutes for the Office.
  • Conduct records and document management both manually and electronically.
  • Provide support in completing and processing subsistence claims.
  • Keep track of all 60 incoming work and ensure that all deadlines are met.
  • Liaise with all stakeholders relevant to the office.
  • Administer leave arrangements.
  • Assist in the provision of monitoring and evaluation services
  • assist in coordinating demand planning within the Office.
  • Monitor expenditure and coordinate the capacitation of the Office in line with the College-approved training plan.
  • Type correspondence as and when required.
  • Coordinate audit requirements within the Office and serve as the first point of contact between the Office of the Principal and other stakeholders.

Additional details

  • Grade: National

How to apply

Email to [email protected]

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Enquiries: Should you have enquiries or experience any problem submitting your application contact Ms RN Selepe
  • Telephone: (012) 401 1955, (012) 401 1940

Please note

  • Tshwane North TVET College would like to invite suitably qualified, innovative, result-orientated and self–driven candidates to apply for their vacant positions.
  • Applications must be submitted on the New Z83 which must be fully completed, obtainable from any Public Service Department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications including academic records, driver’s licence, and identity document.
  • Please take note that communication in relation to the process will be limited to the short-listed candidates.
  • If you have not received any correspondence within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
  • Please quote the relevant reference number of the post you are applying for.
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process: criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, and qualifications.
  • 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.
  • Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
  • The College/DHET reserves the right not to make appointments.
  • People with disability are encouraged to apply.
  • All costs incurred due to your application and interviews will be at your own expense.

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