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Personal Officer x4, Secretaries x2, Clerk, Driver posts at Department of Defence in Pretoria

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE has advertised various posts on the latest government Circular 29 of 2023. The posts requires a minimum of of Grade 12 or NQF Level 4 qualifications, except for a Driver Post that requires Grade 11. The posts includes Personal Officer x4, Secretaries x2, Clerk and a Driver and all posts are based in Pretoria. Application is via post or hand delivery.


POST 29/37 : PERSONNEL OFFICIAL: PRODUCTION (RECRUITMENT) REF NO:

DHRACQ/31/29/23/02 (X4 POSTS)

Directorate: Human Resource Acquisition

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. Relevant experience in

Human Resource Management will be an advantage. A Minimum of Grade 12

(NQF Level 4) or equivalent with three to five (3 – 5) years relevant experience

in Human Resource Management/Administration. Three (3) years academic

qualification as well as appropriate self-development human resources and/or

administration courses will be significantly advantageous. Special

Requirements (skills needed): Knowledge and insight in respect of HR

legislation pertaining to recruitment process. Knowledge of personnel

administration system. Good interpersonal skills and communication skills

(written and verbal). Must be computer literate, i.e. MS Office Suite (Word,

Excel, PowerPoint and Internet usage). Analytical and innovative thinking

ability as well as problem solving skills. Client orientated.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to perform the following functions:

Distribute the Military Skills Development System (MSDS) application forms

during the recruitment process. Checking the competency of the application

forms. Registering of the application forms in the relevant register book.

Capturing of application forms on the PERSOL System. Implement the

recruitment plan and strategies as designed to fulfil the SANDF mandate and

goal. Communicate verbally and in writing with Services, Division and broader

Public about recruitment related matters. Coordinate and attend recruitment

meetings. Attend to general enquiries pertaining to recruitment within the

department.

ENQUIRIES : Col M.G. Kala/ Cap S.V.L. Muchunu Tel No: (012) 339 5781/5742

APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Human Resource Acquisition, Private Bag

X976, Pretoria 0001 or may be hand delivered at General Piet Joubert Building,

218 Visagie Street, Pretoria.



POST 29/38 : SENIOR SECRETARY GRADE II REF NO: DHRACQ/35/29/23/03

Directorate: Human Resource Acquisition

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. Experience in the

administration/secretarial and an appropriate academic qualification(s) in this

field will be an advantage. Special Requirements (skills needed): Computer

literate. Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power point and Lotus notes.

Typing skills. Language proficiency in English (written and verbal). Good

interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism. High level of reliability.

Self-motivated and flexible. Good telephone etiquette. The ability to operate

office equipment (Fax, Scanner, Photocopier, Internet etc.). Sound organising

skills and events management. Ability to act with tact and discretion. The

successful candidate will be required to obtain a Security Clearance within a

year.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to perform the following functions:

Provide secretarial support service. Receive telephone calls and refer to the

correct role players. Record appointments and events in the diary. Operate

office equipment (i.e. fax, photocopier, internet, etc.). Provide administrative

support for all journeys and accommodation. Compile and submit subsistence

and travel claims. Provide secretarial functions in the Directorate’s meetings.

Arrange meetings and events for the Director. Identify suitable venues and

invite role players. Manage draft correspondence, documentation, support

registers and filing. Provide administrative support to the Directorate’s

meetings. Prepare documents, memos, letters and basic reports. Co-ordinate

logistical arrangements/refreshments for meetings if required. Provide all

logistical support to the office (i.e. stationery, furniture and consumables).

Remain abreast with the policies, documents and procedures.

ENQUIRIES : Mr L.E. Kgaditsi Tel No: (012) 339 5713

APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Human Resource Acquisition, Private Bag

X976, Pretoria 0001 or may be hand delivered at General Piet Joubert Building,

218 Visagie Street, Pretoria.



POST 29/39 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK (PATIENT ADMINISTRATION): PRODUCTION

REF NO: SG 03/28/23/11 (X3 POSTS)

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : 1 Military Hospital, Thaba Tshwane, Pretoria.

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (NQF level 4) or equivalent. Special requirements (skill needed):

Good interpersonal skills, problem solving and analytical skills, ability to work

independently, good organizational skills, ability to work with the medical

(Patient Admin) database, good telephone etiquette and customer care.

Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and

PERSOL/PERSAL). Proven ability to communicate effectively (written &

verbal) in English. Knowledge of policies and directives. Handle repetitive work.

Team player. Must have empathy for sick, elderly and disabled. Must be able

to work under pressure. Must be able to obtain security clearance within a year.

Typing test will be taken during selection board to determine the fast typing

skills of applicants (average of 25 words per minutes).

DUTIES : Ensure an effective reception service. Record, organize, store and retrieve

information related to work in the administrative environment and or deal

directly with clients by requesting and /providing information. Capture patient

health data. Routine administrative output control statistics. Retrieve records

for HCP’s/management.

ENQUIRIES : Maj. S.M. Sekonyela Tel No: (012) 314 0308/0309

APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, South African Military Health Service, HR Services

Department, 1 Military Hospital, Private Bag X1026, Thaba Tshwane, 0143 or

maybe hand delivered to 1 Military Hospital, Voortrekker Road, Thaba

Tshwane, Pretoria.



POST 29/40 : SENIOR SECRETARY GRADE II REF NO: SG 03/28/23/12

Re-advertised in the DOD and broader Public Service. All applicants who

previously applied under this post name must re-apply.

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Military Psychological Institute, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. Secretarial/ Admin practices experience will

be an advantage. Knowledge and experience in executing secretarial duties.

Special requirements (skill needed): Computer literate. Knowledge of Word,

Excel and Power Point. Language proficiency in English (written & verbal).

Analytical and innovative thinking ability as well as problem solving skills and

interpersonal skills. Organizing and typing skills. High level of reliability. Ability

to act with tact and discretion. Ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of

documentation management. Good office administration and interpersonal

skills, good filing and organisational skills. Ability to do research and analyse

documents and situations. A typing test will be required of all listed candidates

interviewed.

DUTIES : Provide a secretarial support service. Type routine notes, letters and reports.

Receive telephone calls and refer to the correct role players. Finalise telephone

queries. Operate office equipment and ensure that they are in a good working

order. Record engagements of the Officer Commanding and assist in the

management of his/her diary. Register incoming and outgoing

correspondence. Manage the safekeeping of documents. Draft routine

documents as requested. Arrange travel and accommodation and processing

subsequent travel claims and currency reconciliation. Handle procurement of

stationary, refreshments etc. Set up meetings, including arrangement of

meeting rooms, equipment and catering, notifying attendees and circulate

material. Collect agenda items. Compile agendas and minutes.

ENQUIRIES : Staff Sergeant F.M. Skosana Tel No: (012) 319 3179

APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, South African Military Health Service, Military

Psychological Institute, Private Bag X02, Gezina, Pretoria, 0031 or maybe

hand delivered to Military Psychological Institute, 185 Rose Street, Riviera,

Pretoria.




POST 29/41 : SENIOR DRIVER OPERATOR REF NO: DFSC/34/29/23/02

SALARY : R171 537 per annum (Level 04)

CENTRE : DFSC Office, Kasteel Park, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.

REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 11 (NQF L3) or equivalent. A valid driver’s license code

C. Military Driver’s license is an added advantage. A minimum of Two (2) to

Three (3) years’ experience as a Driver. Military Driver’s license will be an

added advantage. Special Requirements (skills needed): Honesty, Integrity,

Good Interpersonal Relationship skills; Planning and Organizing skills; Verbal

and Communication skills; Analytical skills; Problem solving and Time

management skills.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be required to perform the following functions:

Render an effective driving service for the DFSC, especially with regard to

driving the VIP’s. Ensure vehicle security and maintenance. Render

administrative and messenger services for the Defence Force Service

Commission including collecting and dispatching of documents and any other

item as directed. Complete all the required and prescribed records and log

books with regard to the vehicles and goods handled. Maintain the vehicle

distribution board. Be willing to work irregular hours.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Z.R. Munyai Tel No: 012 367 9340.

APPLICATIONS : Defence Force Service Commission (DFSC), Private Bag X52, Pretoria, 0001

or may be hand delivered to DFSC Offices, Leerdam Building, SAMHS Head

Office, Kasteel Park, at the corner of Nossob and Jochemus street,

Erasmuskloof.

NOTE : Short-listed candidates will undergo a driving and competency test.


CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2023, (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. If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application it must be done in writing. Should an application be received where an applicant applies for more than one post on the same applications form, the application will only be considered for the first post indicated on the application and not for any of the other posts. Under no circumstances will photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted. The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details. Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) months in terms of the prescribed rules.



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