Senior Administrative Officer: Office of the Principal REF NO: EMC1/24/26

Department of Higher Education and Training
Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Education & Teaching
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Job Description

SALARY : R413 001 – R486 501 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits 

CENTRE : Head Office 

REQUIREMENTS :

  • Grade 12 Certificate. Recognised National Diploma in Public Administration / Business Management / Office Management (NQF Level 6) or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years in Public Administration environment. Valid Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
  • Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of Public Administration. Knowledge of the relevant legislation, policies, prescripts and procedures. Basic knowledge of Financial Administration.
  • Skills: Administrative; Planning and organizing; Financial management; Report writing; Communication and interpersonal; Problem solving; Computer literacy; Analytical. Client oriented. Project management. Team leadership. Planning and organizing. People management. 

DUTIES :

  • Draft all letters, submissions and memorandums. Preparing supporting documents for meetings, receive and distribution of stationery to the relevant officials. Receive and consolidate monthly reports. Assist in co-ordinate of college inputs for annual, quarterly, monthly reports, and cash flow statements. Assisting in the establishment and implementation of effective records and document management systems in the office of the Principal.
  • Coordinate all logistical arrangements for travelling and meetings etc. Processing of claims for travelling and meetings etc. Arrange all meetings, proceedings and activities of the above structures. Compile agenda, minutes, reports and other records of the above structures.
  • Distribution of relevant documents for meetings of above structures. Assist in keeping a register of resolutions and supporting all relevant Council Members / Managers / Officials through continuous correspondence to remind them of what needs to be done. Safekeeping of approved minutes are signed off and safely kept. Assist in coordinating operational and strategic planning process. Assist in coordinate and compile strategic and operational plans.
  • Assist in facilitating the development and implementation of service delivery improvement plans and initiatives. Assist in coordinating and compiling institutional performance and strategic reports. Assist in conducting an assessment on college effectiveness and efficiency in supporting the attainment of service delivery objectives. 

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You'll apply on Department of Higher Education and Training's own site before 6 November 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeFull-time
LocationGauteng
CategoryEducation & Teaching
Experience3+ years
Posted26 October 2026
Closing Date6 November 2026
Department of Higher Education and Training
Gauteng

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