Department of Land Reform and Rural Development · National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC)
Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in one of the following: Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Business Management / Office Management and Technology / ManagementAssistant or relevant equivalent qualification. Minimum of 3 years' relevant administrative experience in programme administration, project administration or public sector administration. A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC) policies. Public Service Act. Public Service Regulations.
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Treasury Regulations. PERSAL administration.
Records Management and National Archives legislation. Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Government administrative procedures.
Microsoft Office applications. Job related skills: Administrative management. Records and information management.
Report writing. Minute taking. Computer literacy (Microsoft Office) Planning and organising.
Communication (written and verbal). Interpersonal relations. Problem solving Analytical thinking Coordination and facilitation.
Time management. Customer service. Document management.
Coordinate administrative support for NARYSEC recruitment and participant administration. Coordinate administrative and logistical support for recruitment, screening, shortlisting. interviews, participant verification and induction processes in accordance with approved NARYSEC Standard Operating Procedures. Prepare recruitment documentation, interview packs. attendance registers and related administrative records.
Verify participant application documents and maintain recruitment databases and participant records. Prepare participant appointment, registration and contractual documentation. Administer participant movements, including appointments, transfers. resignations, terminations, stipend deductions and related Human Resource documentation.
Respond to participant administrative enquiries and provide programme support services. Accompany participants during approved programme activities where required. Provide administrative support for Provincial Programme Implementation.
Prepare official correspondence, submissions, memorandum. reports and other programme documentation. Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas. compile minutes and maintain records of decisions. Maintain participant files. attendance records and programme documentation throughout the programme lifecycle.
Coordinate and quality assure. participant payroll and PERSAL certification documentation prior to submission. Maintain records relating to community service, skills development and participant progression. Coordinate stakeholder communication and maintain administrative records relating to programme implementation.
Perform general administrative support functions to facilitate effective programme delivery. Provide administrative support for financial planning, budgeting and reporting, including the compilation and monitoring of the Directorate Management Plan (DMP), Procurement Plan and financial reports. Coordinate the procurement of goods and services in accordance with the approved DMP, Procurement Plan and departmental procurement procedures.
Maintain the invoice register, track payments with Finance and follow up on outstanding invoices. Coordinate Information Management and Programme Reporting. Compile participant statistics and monthly, quarterly and annual programme performance reports.
Compile information required for the Annual Performance Plan (APP), Integrated Operational Plan (IOP) and other management reporting requirements. Maintain programme information systems and databases, including extracting and analysing NIMS reports. Maintain Portfolio of Evidence and supporting documentation for programme implementation.
Maintain participant filing systems and records in accordance with departmental records management policies. Monitor the completeness, accuracy and integrity of programme information and supporting documents. Prepare management information and statistical reports for Provincial and National Office.
Coordinate Travel, Logistics and Programme Support Services. Coordinate travel, transport and accommodation arrangements for programme activities and maintain related administrative records. Prepare travel, accommodation and conference submissions with supporting documentation.
Liaise with Supply Chain Management and service providers regarding logistical arrangements for programme activities. Coordinate logistical arrangements for recruitment, interviews, medical screening, training, community service, graduation ceremonies and stakeholder meetings. Maintain travel, accommodation and logistics registers.
Provide logistical support during official NARYSEC events and activities.
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 524 Stanza Bopape and Steve Biko Street, Suncardia Building, 6th Floor, Arcadia, 0002 or by email to [email protected]
Mr T Mtintsilana Tel No: (021) 467 7888
EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities.
To apply, submit a completed Z83 form, and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. All shortlisted candidate, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidates suitability based on the posts technical and generic requirements and the other must be integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof.
All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response.
Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future.
Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies.
By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles).
Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Receptionist with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/293 for the Directorate: Financial and Supply Chain Management Services: Limpopo (Polokwane) that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 dated 23 October 2026 has reference. Applicants are advised that the salary for Receptionist is R201 093 per annum (Level 04).
The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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