Overview
This is a permanent position for a Senior Administration Officer within the Office of the Principal at the Department of Higher Education And Training (DHET). The role is based at the Central Office and offers a salary of R413 001 per annum (Level 08).
What you will do
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Implementing the administrative operations of the office.
* Performing general administrative activities in support of the Office.
* Drafting submissions, reports, memorandums, and minutes for the Office.
* Conducting records and document management both manually and electronically.
* Providing support in completing and processing subsistence claims.
* Keeping track of all incoming work and ensuring that all deadlines are met.
* Liaising with all stakeholders relevant to the office.
* Administering leave arrangements.
* Assisting in the provision of monitoring and evaluation services.
* Assisting in coordinating demand planning within the Office.
* Monitoring expenditure and coordinating the capacitation of the Office in line with the College-approved training plan.
* Typing correspondence as and when required.
* Coordinating audit requirements within the Office and serving as the first point of contact between the Office of the Principal and other stakeholders.
Requirements (from the original advert)
* Matric certificate/NCV L4 plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Public Management/Public Administration/Management Assistant as recognized by SAQA.
* Minimum of three to five (3-5) years’ appropriate experience in a PSET Administration Environment.
* Computer literate.
* Valid driver’s license.
* 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.
* Required 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.
Who should apply
Suitably qualified, innovative, result-orientated, and self–driven candidates are invited to apply. People with disability are encouraged to apply. The College/DHET has EE Targets for African male, African female, White male, White female, Coloured Male, Coloured female, and Indian female candidates.
Deadline
16 November 2026
Reference
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-higher-education-and-training-dhet-vacancies-from-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-tnc-co-26-10-2
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Job description
SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL REF NO: TNC/CO/26-10/2
Nature of Appointment: Permanent
SALARY
: R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE
: Central Office
REQUIREMENTS
: Matric certificate/NCV L4 plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Public Management/Public Administration/Management Assistant as recognized by SAQA with a minimum of three to five (3-5) years’ appropriate experience in a PSET Administration Environment. The incumbent must also be computer literate and have a valid driver’s license. 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. Required 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.
DUTIES
: 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 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.
ENQUIRIES
: Should you have enquiries or experience any problem submitting your application contact Ms RN Selepe Tel No: (012) 401 1955 / Ms JM Nyalunga Tel No: (012) 401 1940.
APPLICATIONS
: Email to
senioradminofficer@tnc.edu.za
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 license, 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. Note: EE Target African male, African female, White male, White female, Coloured Male, Coloured female and Indian female.
CLOSING DATE
: 16 November 2026
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