- Company
- Gauteng Department of Environment
- Location
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- Grade 12
- Salary
- R413 001 per annum plus benefits
- Reference
- Refs/057087
- Closing date
- 9 November 2026 (6 days left)
About this post
The Gauteng Department of Environment is looking for a Senior Administration Officer: Administration Level 8 in Johannesburg. It is a permanent post, paying R413 001 per annum plus benefits.
Section: Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site and Dinokeng
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Matric plus an NQF level 6/7 South African Qualification Authority qualification in secretarial studies, public administration/business administration/or any professional qualification in one or more areas of relevant professional knowledge about this position.
- Any higher qualification will be an added advantage.
- At least 1 to 2 years' experience in the provision of project administrative and management support.
- Valid drivers licence
What you’ll do
- To provide senior-level administrative, secretarial and coordination support to the Director: Administration to ensure the effective management of the office, efficient processing of correspondence and submissions, coordination of meetings and administrative activities, and the maintenance of accurate, secure and accessible official records.
Tips before you apply
- Apply online on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre (jobs.gauteng.gov.za). Register first, then open this post and click Apply. Emailed or faxed applications are not accepted.
- Quote the reference number Refs/057087 on your application.
- 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: online on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre. Register or log in, then open this post and click Apply.
Enquiries: Charlotte Matthews Contact: 066 045 5949 Email: Charlotte.Matthews@gauteng.gov.za
Closing date: Monday, 9 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za.Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. (Sections A, B, C and D are compulsory and Sections E, F and G do not need to be completed if a detailed CV covering the Sections is attached). The reference number of the advertised post should be stated on the Z.83. Only short-listed candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on, or before the day of the interview following an invitation from the Department to attend an interview, and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) should be in line with the requirements of the advertisement Qualification certificates must not be copies of certified copies. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are applied for online timeously. Candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short courses certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department comply with the provisions of Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA); Act No. 4 of 2013. We will use your personal information provided to us for the purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the position/vacancy you have applied for. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial assets check, qualification verification and reference checks).
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Source: Gauteng Department of Environment's official vacancy page (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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