POST 40/03 : PERSONAL ASSISTANT REF NO: LOGDIV/01/40/25/02
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Logistics Division, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent with Secretarial Diploma or related with a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in rendering a support service to senior management. Special requirements (skills needed): Language skills and the ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and levels. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Good telephone etiquette. Computer literacy. Ability to act with tact and discretion. High level of reliability. Good people skills. Sound organisational skills. Selfmanagement and motivation. Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, prescripts, and procedures. Basic knowledge of financial administration.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a comprehensive secretarial and office support service to ensure the efficient functioning of the office. Key duties include receiving and directing telephone calls, handling correspondence, scheduling and coordinating meetings and appointments, taking minutes, and recording the engagements of the Chief Logistics. The incumbent will exercise discretion in prioritising meeting requests, maintain the diary of the Chief, liaise with travel agencies to make travel arrangements, and
process travel and subsistence claims. Additional responsibilities include arranging meetings and events, processing invoices related to the Chief’s activities, drafting routine correspondence and reports, filing and maintaining office records, and administering leave registers, telephone accounts, and related office matters. The Personal Assistant will further manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, handle the procurement of standard office items such as stationery and refreshments, collect relevant documents to support the Chief’s preparation for meetings, and ensure proper security of the office by processing and safeguarding classified documents in accordance with policies,
controlling the key register, and ensuring the office is secured when unattended. The incumbent will also operate and maintain office equipment to ensure functionality and provide general support to the Division as required.

ENQUIRIES : WO1 H. Tieties Tel No: (012) 402 2824/ Ms M. Mathonsi Tel No: (012) 402 2619
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Logistics Division, 228 Visagie Street, Peterson Bothongo House 2, Pretoria 0001 or email to Logdivhrplan@dod.mil.za
NOTE : It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) Through the filling of this posts with candidates whose
transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan.

CLOSING DATE : 14 November 2025 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/. Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, which must be originally signed and dated by the applicant, and which must be accompanied by a detailed CV only (with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge & experience).
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview which should not be older than six months. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in applications being disqualified. Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate form Z83 (as well as the documentation mentioned above) in respect of each post being applied for.