Switchboard Operator x8, Clerk x11, Secretary x2 posts at Dept of Defence for unskilled candidates (Min Grade 12 Only with no expeirence)
- Career Exibs SA
- 4 days ago
- 18 min read
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
CLOSING DATE : 28 November 2025 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).
POST 42/27 : SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR REF NO: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/07 (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : AFB Waterkloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent, experience in switchboard
procedures will be an added advantage. Special requirements (Skills needed):
Knowledge on operating a Telephone automatic Switchboard. Language
proficiency in English (written and verbal). Excellent Telecom Operator/
Switchboard Skills. Good telephone etiquette.
DUTIES : Ensure that switchboard is properly manned and that relief arrangements are
made when needed so that telephone traffic flows properly and are always in
a proper working order, report all defect and ensure that repairs are done
speedily. Ensure that switchboard apparatus is handled properly to prevent
unnecessary interruption of telephone enquiries. Check private calls and see
to it that costs are recovered. Train new and relief staff. Keep departmental
telephone directory up to date and distribute amendments as and when
necessary. Arrange for the installation and moving of telephones. Record and
maintain a register for security related purposes. Liaise with personnel division
when recruiting and selecting telecom operators. Supervise subordinates.
Assist with the performance assessments/incentives of subordinates.
ENQUIRIES : Maj B. Lekgokgola/F Sgt L. Roos Tel No: (012) 672 3055
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof P.O. Box X1001, Lyttleton,
0140 or may be hand deliver at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10) 378 JR,
Centurion Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, PO. Box X1001,
Lyttleton, 0140 or may be hand deliver at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10) 378
JR, Centurion or email to afbwklfhr@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.
POST 42/28 : SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR REF NO: SAAF HQ UNIT REF NO:
01/42/2504/D4 (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : SAAF Headquarters Unit, Dequar Road, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent, experience in switchboard
procedures will be an added advantage. Special requirements (Skills needed):
Knowledge on operating a Telephone automatic Switchboard. Language
proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as
well as problem solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Sound
Organisational Skills. High level of Reliability. Ability to act with tact and
discretion. Good people skills. Excellent Telecom Operator/ Switchboard Skills.
Receive and answer incoming calls. Forward calls to the appropriate
division/section/person, answer general enquiries, make calls and keep record
of private calls. Record and maintain a register for security-related purpose.
Note down and give messages to the people. Interpersonal relationships,
audible voice and ability to verbally exchange information requiring helpfulness
and politeness. Member must be able to sit for longer period, work under
pressure, over time and be physically fit.
DUTIES : Ensure that switchboard is properly manned and that relief arrangements are
made when needed so that telephone traffic flows properly and are always in
a proper working order, report all defect and ensure that repairs are done
speedily. Ensure that switchboard apparatus is handled properly to prevent
unnecessary interruption of telephone enquiries. Check private calls and see
to it that costs are recovered. Train new and relief staff. Keep departmental
telephone directory up to date and distribute amendments as and when
necessary. Arrange for the installation and moving of telephones. Record and
maintain a register for security related purposes. Liaise with personnel division
when recruiting and selecting telecom operators. Supervise subordinates.
Assist with the performance assessments/incentives of subordinates.
ENQUIRIES : Lt Col J. Songca Tel No: (012) 312 2343
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, South African Air Force Headquarters Unit, Private
Bag X199, Pretoria, 0001 or may be hand deliver at 07 Dequar road, CBD,
Pretoria or email to: saafunithr@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.
POST 42/29 : SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR REF NO: SAAFCOL/01/42/25/3C (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : SA Air Force College, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent, experience in switchboard
procedures will be an added advantage. Special requirements (Skills needed):
Knowledge on operating a Telephone automatic Switchboard. Language
proficiency in English (written and verbal). Excellent Telecom Operator/
Switchboard Skills. Good telephone etiquette. Good communication skills
(Verbal and Non-verbal).
DUTIES : Ensure that switchboard is properly manned and that relief arrangements are
made when needed so that telephone traffic flows properly and are always in
a proper working order, report all defect and ensure that repairs are done
speedily. Ensure that switchboard apparatus is handled properly to prevent
unnecessary interruption of telephone enquiries. Check private calls and see
to it that costs are recovered. Train new and relief staff. Keep departmental
telephone directory up to date and distribute amendments as and when
necessary. Arrange for the installation and moving of telephones. Record and
maintain a register for security related purposes. Liaise with personnel division
when recruiting and selecting telecom operators. Supervise subordinates.
Assist with the performance assessments/incentives of subordinates.
ENQUIRIES : Maj K.L. Bosch Tel No: (012) 351 5045/5172
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Air Force College, Private Bag X1008, Thaba
Tshwane, 0143 or may be hand deliver at Abraham Kriel Road, Thaba
Tshwane, Centurion or email to saafcolhr@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.
POST 42/30 : SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR REF NO: MDW 01/42/25/01/A (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent, experience in switchboard
procedures will be an added advantage. Special requirements (Skills needed):
Knowledge on operating a Telephone automatic Switchboard. Language
proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as
well as problem solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Sound
organisational skills. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and
discretion. Good people skills. Excellent telecom operator/ switchboard skills.
Receive and answer incoming calls. Forward calls to the appropriate
division/section/person, answer general enquiries, make calls and keep record
of private calls. Record and maintain a register for security-related purpose.
Note down and give messages to the people. Interpersonal relationships,
audible voice and ability to verbally exchange information requiring helpfulness
and politeness. Member must be able to sit for longer period, work under
pressure, over time and be physically fit.
DUTIES : Ensure that switchboard is properly manned and that relief arrangements are
made when needed so that telephone traffic flows properly and are always in
a proper working order, report all defect and ensure that repairs are done
speedily. Ensure that switchboard apparatus is handled properly to prevent
unnecessary interruption of telephone enquiries. Check private calls and see
to it that costs are recovered. Train new and relief staff. Keep departmental
telephone directory up to date and distribute amendments as and when
necessary. Arrange for the installation and moving of telephones. Record and
maintain a register for security related purposes. Liaise with personnel division
when recruiting and selecting telecom operators. Supervise subordinates.
Assist with the performance assessments/incentives of subordinates.
ENQUIRIES : Maj T. Qwakele Tel No: (012) 351 2567/WO2 N.S. Dithatho Tel No: (012) 351
2773
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing Snake Valley
Road, Private Bag X1008, Thaba Tshwane, 0143 or may be hand deliver at
Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion or email to
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.
POST 42/17 : PROVISIONING ADMINISTRATION CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO:
AFBWKLF/01/42/25/02 (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : AFB Waterkloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (Skills needed): Good communication (verbal/written) and
Interpersonal skills. Computer literate and numerical skills.
DUTIES : Ensure the performance of high clerical tasks in support of the provisioning
Administration Officers at e.g. Logistic/Supply Support. Tasks will include the
preserving, storing and maintaining of certain military items, making
arrangements for the maintenance of stock by experts, keeping data registers
up to date iro stock received, issued and not issued. Render assistance during
stocktaking and assist with the securing and keeping of warehouse/stores neat.
Must do follow up actions on demands outstanding, assist with the updating of
provisioning parameters on all ICN’s, must assist with the scrutinising and
printing of all PA’s, must be able to do demand and purchasing as per PA’s,
assist in the disposal and safe guarding of stores, must give feedback of all
relevant stats required, determine future stock levels. Also responsible for
binning and cleaning of stores, issuing and receiving of stores, must evaluate
and determine requirements concerning the operational readiness of the Base
or any Section thereof, must do stock taking of stores.
ENQUIRIES : Maj B. Lekgokgola /F Sgt L. Roos Tel No: (012) 672 3055
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, P.O. Box1001, Lyttleton
0140 or may be hand delivered at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10) 378 JR,
Centurion Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, PO. Box X1001,
Lyttleton, 0140 or may be hand deliver at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10) 378
JR, Centurion or email to afbwklfhr@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.
POST 42/18 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO:
AFBWKLF/01/42/25/03
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : AFB Waterkloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (Skills needed): Computer literate, organizing skills, good
interpersonal relationships, effective verbal and written communication, Full
knowledge of the utilisation of MS software packages.
DUTIES : Render general clerical support duties, Capturing of personnel leave and
Subsistence & Travelling, capturing of personnel performance assessments,
compiling database for skills development programmes for personnel and
capturing reports, record assets of the unit and keep them updated by maintain
the asset register and attend to telephone enquiries and maintain proper filling
of documents in the section.
ENQUIRIES : Maj B. Lekgokgola /F Sgt L. Roos Tel No: (012) 672 3055
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, P.O. Box1001, Lyttleton,
0140 or may be hand deliver at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10) 378 JR,
Centurion or email to: afbwklfhr@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.
POST 42/19 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO:
68AIRSCHL/01/42/25/01A
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : 68 Air School, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 or (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (Skills needed): Computer literate, organizing skills, good
interpersonal relationships, effective verbal and written communication.
Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data,
operate computer and collecting statistics.
DUTIES : Render general clerical support duties, capturing of personnel leave and
Subsistence & Travelling, capturing of personnel performance assessments,
compiling database for skills development programmes for personnel and
capturing reports, record assets of the unit and keep them updated by maintain
the asset register and attend to telephone enquiries and maintain proper filling
of documents in the section.
ENQUIRIES : Maj V. Mahlangu/WO2 S.B Malaza Tel No: (012) 672 5039/5021
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, 68 Air School, Private Bag X15088, Lyttelton, 0140 or
may be hand deliver at Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion or email to:
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.
POST 42/20 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO:
PROCUNITOC/01/42/25/(I) (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Procurement Unit OC, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (Skills needed): Good communication (verbal/written) and
Interpersonal skills. Planning and organising.
DUTIES : Ensure the performance of high clerical tasks in Support of the Provisioning
Administration Officers at e.g. Logistic/Supply Support. Tasks will include the
preserving, storing and maintaining of certain military items, making
arrangements for the maintenance of stock by experts, keeping data registers
up to date iro stock received, issued and not issued. Render assistance during
stocktaking and assist with the securing and keeping of warehouse/stores neat.
Must do follow up actions on demands outstanding, assist with the updating of
provisioning parameters on all ICN’s, must assist with the scrutinising and
printing of all PA’s, must be able to do demand and purchasing as per PA’s,
assist in the disposal and safe guarding of stores, must give feedback of all
relevant stats required, determine future stock levels. Also responsible for
binning and cleaning of stores, issuing and receiving of stores, must evaluate
and determine requirements concerning the operational readiness of the Base
or any section thereof, must do stock taking of stores.
ENQUIRIES : Maj T. Qwakele Tel No: (012) 351 2567/WO2 N.S. Dithatho Tel No: (012) 351
2773
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing Snake Valley
Road, Private Bag X1008, Thaba Tshwane, 0143 or may be hand deliver at
Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion or email to:
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.
POST 42/21 : REGISTRY CLERK PRODUCTION REF NO: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/06
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : AFB Waterkloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point.
Typing skills. Language proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical
and innovative thinking as well as problem Solving Skills. Excellent
interpersonal skills. Sound organisational skills. High level of reliability. Ability
to act with tact and discretion. Ability to do research and analyse documents
and situations. Excellent record management skills. A background as record
management will be an advantage.
DUTIES : Maintaining of proper record management guidelines, procedures and
practices to support DOD record-keeping requirements. Identify and review all
current recordkeeping and records management procedures. Continuous
review of procedures. The management of Records Classification Systems (ie
DOD Correspondence File Plan, record retention schedules). Administer
clients' requests for amendments and additions to records classification
systems. Answer enquiries with the correct use of file references. Execute all
administrative tasks with the maintenance of the records classification
systems. Maintain and update the paper-based master copy of the records
classification systems by adding additions and amendments when necessary.
Ensure that the electronic version and the paper-based version of the records
classification systems are always synchronized.
ENQUIRIES : Maj B. Lekgokgola/F Sgt L. Roos Tel No: (012) 672 3055
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, Private Bag X1001,
Lyttleton 0140 or may be hand delivered at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10)
378 JR, Centurion Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, PO. Box
X1001, Lyttleton 0140 or may be hand deliver at Solomon Mahlangu Drive
(M10) 378 JR, Centurion or email to afbwklfhr@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.
POST 42/22 : REGISTRY CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO: 68AIRSCHL/01/42/25/02B
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : 68 Air School, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS suite. Language proficiency in
English (written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as well as
problem Solving Skills. Ability to do research and analyse documents and
situations. Excellent record management skills. A background in record
management will be an advantage.
DUTIES : Development and amendment of records management guidelines, procedures
and practices to support DOD record-keeping requirements. Identify and
review all current recordkeeping and records management procedures.
Continuous review of procedures. The management of Records Classification
Systems (ie DOD Correspondence File Plan, record retention schedules).
Administer clients' requests for amendments and additions to records
classification systems. Answer enquiries with the correct use of file references.
Execute all administrative tasks with the maintenance of the records
classification systems. Maintain and update the paper-based master copy of
the records classification systems by adding additions and amendments when
necessary. Ensure that the electronic version and the paper-based version of
the records classification systems are always synchronized.
ENQUIRIES : Maj V. Mahlangu/WO2 S.B. Malaza Tel No: (012) 672 5039/5021
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, 68 Air School, Private Bag X15088, Lyttelton, 0140 or
may be hand deliver at Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion or email:
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.
POST 42/23 : REGISTRY CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO: MDW/01/42/25/01/B
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point.
Typing skills. Language proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical
and innovative thinking as well as problem solving Skills. Excellent
interpersonal Skills. Sound Organisational skills. High level of reliability. Ability
to act with tact and discretion. Good people skills. Ability to do research and
analyse documents and situations. Excellent record management skills. A
background as record management will be an advantage.
DUTIES : Development and amendment of records management guidelines, procedures
and practices to support DoD record-keeping requirements. Identify and review
all current Recordkeeping and records management procedures. Continuous
review of procedures. The management of Records Classification Systems (ie
DoD Correspondence File Plan, Record retention schedules). Administer
clients' requests for amendments and additions to records classification
systems. Answer enquiries wrt the correct use of file references. Execute all
administrative tasks wrt the maintenance of the records classification systems.
Maintain and update the paper-based master copy of the records classification
systems by adding additions and amendments when necessary. Ensure that
the electronic version and the paper-based version of the records classification
systems are always synchronized.
ENQUIRIES : Maj T. Qwakele Tel No: (012) 351 2567/WO2 N.S. Dithatho Tel No: (012) 351
2773
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing Snake Valley
Road, Private Bag X1008, Thaba Tshwane, 0143 or may be hand deliver at
Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion or email to
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.
POST 42/24 : REGISTRY CLERK: PRODUCTION REF NO: PROCUNITOC/01/42/25/(II)
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Procurement Unit OC, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special
requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point.
Typing skills. Language proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical
and innovative thinking as well as problem solving Skills. Excellent
interpersonal Skills. Sound Organisational skills. High level of reliability. Ability
to act with tact and discretion. Good people skills. Ability to do research and
analyse documents and situations. Excellent record management skills. A
background as record management will be an advantage.
DUTIES : Development and amendment of records management guidelines, procedures
and practices to support DoD record-keeping requirements. Identify and review
all current Recordkeeping and records management procedures. Continuous
review of procedures. The management of Records Classification Systems (ie
DoD Correspondence File Plan, Record retention schedules). Administer
clients' requests for amendments and additions to records classification
systems. Answer enquiries wrt the correct use of file references. Execute all
administrative tasks wrt the maintenance of the records classification systems.
Maintain and update the paper-based master copy of the records classification
systems by adding additions and amendments when necessary. Ensure that
the electronic version and the paper-based version of the records classification
systems are always synchronized.
ENQUIRIES : Maj T. Qwakele Tel No: (012) 351 2567/WO2 N.S. Dithatho Tel No: (012) 351
2773
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Air Force Mobile Deployment Wing Snake Valley
Road, Private Bag X1008, Thaba Tshwane, 0143 or may be hand deliver at
Snake Valley Road, 356 JR, Centurion or email to
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.
POST 42/25 : SECRETARY REF NO: AFBWKLF/01/42/25/05
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : AFB Waterkloof, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent. Secretarial/Administration experience
will be an advantage. Special requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS
Word, Excel and Power Point. Typing skills. Language proficiency in English
(written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as well as problem
solving skills. Excellent Interpersonal Skills. Sound organisational skills. High
level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Good people skills.
Ability to do research and analyse documents and situations. Excellent
secretarial skills.
DUTIES : Provide a Secretarial Support Service. Record appointments and events and
manage the Manager’s diary. Receive Telephone calls and refer to the correct
role players. Be responsible for the roll call of the Unit daily. Provide secretarial
functions in board meetings. Write/type documents, memorandums, letters and
reports. Compile agenda’s and take minutes during meetings. Compile
minutes correctly. Deal with classified files and documents. Arrange meetings
and events for Manager. Process the travel and subsistence claims for the
Manager. Identify venues, invite role players, organise refreshments and set
up schedules for meetings and events. Collect all relevant documents for
meetings. Keep Manager’s directory. Liaise with travel agencies to make travel
arrangements. Prepare briefing and notes for the Manager as required. Keep
a filing system. Organise social functions. Operate office equipment. Order
and purchase stationary. Keep updated with policy and procedures. Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings when required. Co-ordinate all
logistical arrangements for visitors visiting the Manager. Monitor the Unit
monthly leave register and telephone bills, ensuring payment is submitted on
time. Remain abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the
office of the Manager. Provide support to Manager regarding meetings and
scrutinize documents to determine actions/information/other documents
required for meetings. Record all minutes/decisions and communicate to all
relevant role players and make follow-ups on progress. Prepare briefing notes
for the Manager as requested. Handle S&T advances and claims.
ENQUIRIES : Maj B Lekgokgola/F Sgt L Roos Tel No: (012) 672 3055/3
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, Private Bag X1001,
Lyttleton, 0140 or may be hand delivered at Solomon Mahlangu Drive (M10)
378 JR, Centurion Department of Defence, Air Force Base Waterkloof, PO. Box
X1001, Lyttleton, 0140 or may be hand deliver at Solomon Mahlangu Drive
(M10) 378 JR, Centurion or email to afbwklfhr@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.
POST 42/26 : SECRETARY REF NO: SAAFHQUNIT/01/42/25/C3
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : SAAF Headquarters Unit, Dequar Road, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A minimum of Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent. Secretarial/Administration
experience will be an advantage. Special requirements (skills needed):
Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Typing skills. Language
proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as
well as problem solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Sound
organisational skills. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and
discretion. Good people skills. Ability to do research and analyse documents
and situations. Excellent secretarial skills. A background as legal secretary will
be an advantage.
DUTIES : Provide a secretarial support service. Record appointments and events and
manage the Manager’s diary. Receive telephone calls and refer to the correct
role players. Be responsible for the roll call of the Unit daily. Provide secretarial
functions in board meetings. Write/type documents, memorandums, letters and
reports. Compile agenda’s and take minutes during meetings. Compile minutes
correctly. Deal with classified files and documents. Arrange meetings and
events for Manager. Process the travel and subsistence claims for the
Manager. Identify venues, invite role players, organise refreshments and set
up schedules for meetings and events. Collect all relevant documents for
meetings. Keep Manager’s directory. Liaise with travel agencies to make travel
arrangements. Prepare briefing and notes for the Manager as required. Keep
a filing system. Organise social functions. Operate office equipment. Order and
purchase stationary. Keep updated with policy and procedures. Co-ordinate
logistical arrangements for meetings when required. Co-ordinate all logistical
arrangements for visitors visiting the Manager. Monitor the Unit monthly leave
register and telephone bills, ensuring payment is submitted on time. Remain
abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the office of the
Manager. Provide support to Manager regarding meetings and scrutinize
documents to determine actions/information/other documents required for
meetings. Record all minutes/decisions and communicate to all relevant role
players and make follow-ups on progress. Prepare briefing notes for the
Manager as requested. Handle S&T advances and claims.
ENQUIRIES : Lt Col J. Songca Tel No: (012) 312 2343
APPLICATIONS : South African Air Force, Dequar Road, Private Bag X199, Pretoria, 0001 or
may be hand deliver at 07 Dequar road, CBD, Pretoria or email to
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.
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. The level of appointments is dependent upon, qualifications, relevant experience and research output. The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to two (2) preentry assessments (practical and ethical exercise) which will determine the candidate’s suitability. 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.
National Departments
Download Z83 Forms