Assistant Director: Administrative Secretary

South African Department of Correctional Services
Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 3 hours ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

REQUIREMENTS :

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

DUTIES :

  • Prepare and consolidate reports for the chief directorate. Ensure a smooth document flow system in the office. Ensure compliance of return dates for memorandums and projects. Ensure quality control over the documentation received. Facilitate the convening of meetings, minute taking and implementation of decisions taken at meetings.
  • Ensure the drafting of routine letters and memoranda, receipt of correspondence and documentation and proactively acknowledging receipt of correspondence. Process content of incoming and outgoing documentation.
  • Ensure appropriate filing of documents. Liaise with various stakeholders. Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets. 

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You'll apply on South African Department of Correctional Services's own site before 9 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationGauteng
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience3+ years
Posted26 October 2026
Closing Date9 November 2026
South African Department of Correctional Services
Gauteng

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