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Secretary: Learner Development and Social Support Services

Department of Education (Eastern Cape)

Province:

Eastern Cape

Salary:

R237 453 - R279 708 per annum

Closing Date: 

November 13, 2026

DPSA Vacancy Circular:

39 of 2026

179

Find the original in the DPSA circular:

Duties 

Provides a secretarial /receptionist support service to the Director as follows: Receives telephone calls and refers the calls to the correct role players if not meant for the relevant manager. Records appointments and events in the diary of the manager. Types documents for the manager and the other staff within the unit on a word processor. Operate office equipment like fax machines and photocopiers. Provides clerical support services to the manager. This will entail the following: Liaises with agencies to make travel documents arrangements, Checks the arrangements when the relevant documents are received. Arrange meetings and events for the manager and the staff in the unit. Identifies venues, invites role players, organizes refreshments and set up schedules for meetings and events. Processes the travel and subsistence claims for unit. Process all invoices that emanate from the activities of the work of the manager. Records basic minutes of the meetings of the manager where required. Drafts routine correspondence and reports. Does filing of documents for the manager. Administers matters like the leave register and telephone accounts. Handles the procurement of standard. Receives records and distributes all incoming and outgoing documents. Collects all relevant documents to enable the manager to prepare for meetings. Remains up to date about prescript / policies and procedures applicable to her / his work terrain to ensure efficient and effective support to the Director.

Key Requirements 

A grade 12 certificate with no experience required. Effective communication skills (written and verbal skills) and a good command of English language. Knowledge of the Public Service Legislative Framework. Proven competent knowledge of basic office administration practice. Knowledge of procurement systems Competencies: Computer Literacy, Excellent Communication Skills, Administration Skills, People Skills, Organisational Skills, Typing and Writing Skills, Strong Leadership Skills, Basic financial recording, minute taking and report writing skills. Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.

WHERE TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za (under Careers) and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date.

WHAT TO SEND
• The new Z83 form (2021 version), fully completed and signed
• A detailed, up-to-date CV
• Certified copies of your ID and qualifications (check the advert)

GOOD TO KNOW
• Quote the reference number: DOE97/10/2026
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment
• No response within six (6) months means you were unsuccessful

Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 179.

Enquiries 

Mr. B Zenzile Tel No: (040) 608 4200 For e-Recruitment Enquiries, Email: erecruitment@ecdoe.gov.za

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