- Company
- Gauteng Department of Environment
- Location
- Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 12
- Salary
- R237 453 per annum, (plus benefits)
- Reference
- REFS/057062
- Closing date
- 13 November 2026 (9 days left)
About this post
The Gauteng Department of Environment is looking for 4 people for the post of Admin Clerk in Placement across Gauteng Provincial Nature Reserves and regional offices. It is a permanent post, paying R237 453 per annum (plus benefits).
Section: Directorate: Biodiversity management
Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
- No experience required.
- Competencies: Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics.
- Skills: Computer literacy, Good verbal and written communication skill.
What you’ll do
- Render administrative support to departmental functions, the processing and capturing of applications for services and activities from the department including permitting and clients bookings/reservations systems; receiving and managing correspondence; maintaining accurate records and electronic databases; tracking processes and related documentation and contributing to improved efficiency through the use of digital systems and electronic admi…
- Take and distribute meeting minutes.
- Deal with correspondence, filing and administrative records.
- Provide clerical support in the unit, handle communications and enquiries from clients and monitor the use of telecommunication facilities.
- Maintain high standard of customer service and provide professional service to the public.
- Render financial management support.
- Collect revenue/payments from clients for services rendered.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number REFS/057062 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: To apply for the below positions, please submit your application online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za send an email at: GDENVrecruitment@gauteng.gov.za. quoting the relevant reference number.
For attention: Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 23’64 – Recruitment
Enquiries: Ms. Sophia Letsoalo Tel No: (011) 240 3095
Closing date: Friday, 13 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
Applications must be submitted on the New Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Applications with the Old Z83 form will not be considered. A New Z83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialed by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the application form. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. No duplicate applications. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications obtained and other related documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from Human Resources and will be subjected to verification by the South African Qualifications Authority. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must also provide an evaluation certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), at own expense. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered further. Due to the anticipated large volume of responses, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. After the pre- entry assessments, an oral interview will be conducted. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). By responding to the advertisement, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of their Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013. Candidates will therefore be required to give consent in terms of the POPI Act in order for the Department to conduct the verifications. Information will be used for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties without prior…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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