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DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (DSBD)
DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT (DSBD)
The Department of Small Business Development is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. It is the DSBD’s intention to promote representativity (race, gender, youth & disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representativity will receive preference.
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by email to the relevant email and by quoting the relevant reference number provided on the subject line. Acceptable formats for submission of documents are limited to MS Word, PDF. Candidates must submit applications to Recruitment4@dsbd.gov.za and quote the reference number for the above-mentioned position on the subject line (email) when applying, i.e., “REF NO: PA”
CLOSING DATE : 28 November 2025 at 16h00. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV. Submission of copies of qualifications, Identity document, and any other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All non-SA citizens will be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa when shortlisted. Personnel suitability checks will be done during the selection process. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. All shortlisted candidates for SMS and/or MMS (MMS optional) posts will be subjected to (1) a technical exercise, (2) a generic managerial competency assessment. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress. Candidates whose appointment will promote presentively in terms of race, disability, youth & gender will receive preference (as per the DSBD EE Plan). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing a financial interest’s declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. The Department reserves the rights not to fill or withdraw any advertised post. Note: a new application for employment (Z83) form is applicable from 01 January 2021. The new form can be downloaded online at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp.
NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV. Submission of copies of qualifications, Identity document, and any other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All non-SA citizens will be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa when shortlisted. Personnel suitability checks will be done during the selection process. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. All shortlisted candidates for SMS and/or MMS (MMS optional) posts will be subjected to (1) a technical exercise, (2) a generic managerial competency assessment. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress. Candidates whose appointment will promote presentively in terms of race, disability, youth & gender will receive preference (as per the DSBD EE Plan). The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing a financial interest’s declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. The Department reserves the rights not to fill or withdraw any advertised post. Note: a new application for employment (Z83) form is applicable from 01 January 2021. The new form can be downloaded online at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp.
OTHER POST
PERSONAL ASSISTANT “REF NO: PA”
SALARY : R325 101 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. 3-5 years’ administrative experience in office management, secretarial or administration environment (experience in rendering support service to senior management). A B Degree in Office Practice, Secretarial Studies or Business Administration will be an added advantage. Knowledge on the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Basic knowledge on financial administration. Have proven competencies: Good telephone etiquette, Computer literacy, Sound organising and people skills, High level of reliability, Communication skills (oral and written), Ability to act with tact and discretion, Good grooming and presentation and Self-management and motivation.
DUTIES : Provide a receptionist / secretarial service to the manager by means of receiving, directing or re-directing calls, clarifying instructions or taking messages. Make use of office equipment and ensure serviceability. Scrutinize documents to determine actions required for meetings and provide a meeting management service. Manage the diary and travel arrangements of the manager in line with relevant directives. Provide administrative and document management services to the Office. Manage the procurement of goods and services within the prescribed legislative guidelines in the manager’s office. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
ENQUIRIES : Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office on Tel No: (012) 394-5286/3097
NOTE : The Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress.