Secretary (x10 Posts) - SAPS

  The Department of Defence (Protection and Security Services Division) is recruiting 10 Secretaries across Pretoria, King William’s Town, Polokwane, and Cape Town. The posts are permanent, with a salary of R237,453 per annum (Level 05). Applications must be submitted to the relevant provincial office.

Vacancy Overview

• Employer: Department of Defence – Protection and Security Services (PSS)

• Position: Secretary (x10 posts)

• Salary: R237,453 per annum (Level 05)

• Locations:

  • Pretoria (Head Office)

  • King William’s Town (Eastern Cape)

  • Polokwane (Limpopo)

  • Cape Town (Western Cape)

• Reference Numbers:

  • PSS SP09/26 – Section Head: Static Protection, Pretoria

  • PSS ST10/26 – Section Head: Specialised & Technical Support, Pretoria

  • PSS NKP11/26 – Section Head: National Key Point & Strategic Installations, Pretoria

  • PSS EC12/26 – Provincial Head: Eastern Cape, King William’s Town

  • PSS LIM13/26 – Provincial Head: Limpopo, Polokwane

  • PSS WC14/26 – Provincial Head: Western Cape, Cape Town

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 / NCV Level 4 / NQF Level 4 qualification

• South African citizenship (proof required)

• Proficiency in English and one other official language

• Secretarial/administrative courses (advantageous)

• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Knowledge of Public Service legislation and administrative procedures

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication (verbal & written)

• Strong organisational and administrative skills

• Report-writing and presentation ability

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality

• Professionalism under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial and administrative support

• Arrange meetings, prepare agendas, and record minutes

• Answer and direct calls

• Liaise with internal departments and provincial offices

• Maintain filing systems and confidential records

• Process financial claims and admin documentation

• Coordinate travel and accommodation

• Manage diaries and appointments

• Operate office equipment (computers, photocopiers, fax machines)

• Monitor office supplies

Application Process

APPLY HERE

Applications may be hand-delivered or emailed to the relevant office:

• Pretoria (Head Office): Maupa Naga Building, Corner Park & Troye Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria, 0002

• Eastern Cape: 49 Amatola Road, King William’s Town, 5600

• Limpopo: Protection and Security Services Building, Polokwane

• Western Cape: 121 Plein Street, Garmour House, Cape Town, 8015

Applicants must submit to the office corresponding with the post they are applying for.

Enquiries

• Pretoria: Lt Col Nyathi (012 400 5587), Capt Mudau (012 400 5468)

• Eastern Cape: (043) 604 1069 / 1094 / 1103 / 1104

• Limpopo: (015) 284 8545 / 8609 / 8592

• Western Cape: (021) 467 4608 / 6535 / 6518