๐ Administrative Assistant (X3 Posts) โ Department of Tourism
Location: Pretoria
Job Type Classification: Permanent
Closing Date: 17 October 2025, 16:30 (Late applications will not be considered)
Salary: R269 499 per annum (Level 06)
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📅 Reference Number: DT 23/2025
✉️ Applications: applicationsRecruitment23@tourism.gov.za
👥 EE Target Group: Coloured Male, White Male, Youth, and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
🌍 About the Opportunity
The Department of Tourism is looking for dynamic, organised, and motivated individuals to fill three (3) Administrative Assistant positions at its Pretoria offices. This role is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced government environment, enjoy supporting teams with efficiency and precision, and are eager to grow within the public service sector.
If you have a strong sense of responsibility, great communication skills, and a passion for quality service delivery, this opportunity is your chance to contribute to the success of one of South Africa’s most active and vital departments.
🎓 Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Education: Matric / Grade 12 certificate.
- Experience: At least 1 year of relevant administrative or secretarial experience.
- Skills:
- Excellent telephone etiquette and customer service approach.
- Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Good verbal and written communication skills to engage with stakeholders at different levels.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
- High level of reliability, discretion, and professionalism.
- Knowledge of Public Service prescripts, policies, and procedures will be an added advantage.
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🧾 Key Responsibilities
As an Administrative Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring that office operations run smoothly and efficiently. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
- Administrative & Secretarial Support:
Provide full secretarial assistance to the Managers and their teams, ensuring that administrative processes are handled with accuracy and confidentiality. - Communication & Correspondence:
Receive and manage telephone calls, emails, and written correspondence. Refer queries to the right people and ensure timely responses. - Document Management:
- Type and format official documents, memos, and reports.
- Handle both incoming and outgoing mail.
- Maintain an efficient filing and record-keeping system.
- Office Operations:
- Operate office equipment such as printers, copiers, and scanners.
- Manage stationery and refreshment supplies.
- Process invoices, purchase orders, and standard procurement requests.
- Meetings & Events:
- Arrange and coordinate meetings and workshops.
- Identify suitable venues, prepare documents, and organise refreshments.
- Record minutes and ensure timely distribution to all participants.
- Travel Arrangements:
- Liaise with travel agencies to arrange official trips for managers.
- Process travel and subsistence (S&T) claims and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
- Leave and Attendance Administration:
- Maintain and update leave registers.
- Track staff attendance and assist with monthly reporting.
By performing these duties with precision and dedication, you’ll help the Department achieve its operational goals and deliver excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders.
🌈 Employment Equity Commitment
The Department of Tourism is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As part of its Employment Equity Plan, the department strongly encourages applications from Coloured males, White males, youth, and persons with disabilities.
All appointments will be made in line with the department’s employment equity objectives to ensure fair representation across all levels.
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📬 How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications via email to:
📧 applicationsRecruitment23@tourism.gov.za
Please ensure your application includes:
- A comprehensive CV,
- A certified copy of your ID, and
- Certified copies of relevant qualifications.
Make sure to quote the Reference Number: DT 23/2025 in the subject line of your email.
🕒 Application Tips
- Submit your application before the closing date indicated in the full government circular (DPSA Circular 36 of 2025).
- Ensure that all documents are legible and correctly named before emailing.
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
💡 Why Apply?
Working at the Department of Tourism gives you the opportunity to be part of a team that promotes South Africa’s image both locally and internationally. You’ll gain valuable experience in public administration while supporting vital tourism initiatives that drive economic growth, create jobs, and showcase South Africa’s cultural and natural heritage.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your administrative career and contribute to a department that makes a difference—apply today!
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