The Department of Defence invites suitably qualified and interested candidates to apply for entry-level positions within the Human Resource Strategy and Planning and Human Resource Career Management environments. These roles are ideal for individuals who meet the minimum requirements, demonstrate strong administrative capabilities, and are committed to supporting operations in a structured government environment.

Successful applicants will provide administrative and clerical support, maintain records, coordinate office activities, assist with logistics and supply functions, and ensure that processes are carried out efficiently and accurately. The positions require excellent communication skills, computer literacy, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high service delivery standards.

Available Positions

• Secretary – Ref No: DHRSP/03/05/26/01
• Administration Clerk: Production – Ref No: DCMPSAPWC/02/05/26/03
• Personnel Official: Production – Ref No: DCMPSAPWC/02/05/26/02

These appointments provide valuable experience within a national department that plays a critical role in defence administration and operational readiness.

1. Secretary

Reference: DHRSP/03/05/26/01
Directorate: Human Resource Strategy and Planning
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Armscor Building, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or equivalent
• No experience required
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy
• Strong office administration, filing, organisational and interpersonal skills

Key Duties

• Manage the Director’s diary and record appointments and events
• Handle telephone calls and visitor reception
• Type documents, memoranda, letters and reports
• Compile agendas and take meeting minutes
• Arrange meetings, venues and refreshments
• Process travel and subsistence claims
• Maintain filing systems and office equipment
• Administer leave registers, roll call and telephone accounts
• Procure standard office items

Enquiries: Brig Gen H. Oelofse – Tel: (012) 355 5871
Applications: dhrs&p@dod.mil.za or
Department of Defence & Military Veterans,
Directorate HR Strategy and Planning,
Private Bag X161, Pretoria, 0001

2. Administration Clerk: Production

Reference: DCMPSAPWC/02/05/26/03
Directorate: Human Resource Career Management (PSAP)
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Western Cape Office, Simon’s Town

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
• No experience required
• Good communication and client-orientation skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Computer literacy (MS Word & MS Excel)
• Knowledge of PSAP personnel practices and HR prescripts
• PERSOL system qualification (essential)

Key Duties

• Provide clerical support in logistics and supply functions
• Maintain and update stock registers
• Assist with stocktaking and warehouse organisation
• Process demands and purchasing according to PA’s
• Safeguard and dispose of stores where required
• Determine future stock levels and operational requirements
• Issue and receive stock and keep stores clean and organised

Enquiries: Ms T.G. Williams – Tel: (021) 787 4188
Applications: tammi.williams@dod.mil.za or
Department of Defence, Directorate HR Career Management PSAP,
Private Bag X1, Simon’s Town, 7995
(Hand delivery: George Street, Simon’s Town)

3. Personnel Official: Production

Reference: DCMPSAPWC/02/05/26/02
Directorate: Human Resource Career Management (PSAP)
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Western Cape Office, Simon’s Town

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4)
• No experience required
• Good communication and client-orientation skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Computer literacy (MS Word & MS Excel)
• Knowledge of PSAP personnel practices and HR prescripts
• PERSOL system qualification (essential)

Key Duties

• Perform high-level clerical support in provisioning administration
• Maintain stock records and assist with stocktaking
• Process demands and purchasing
• Safeguard and manage stores
• Provide statistical feedback and determine stock requirements
• Support operational readiness of the Base

Enquiries & Applications: Same as Administration Clerk above.

Application Details

Closing Date: 27 February 2026 at 16:00 Late or faxed applications will not be considered.

Important Notes

• Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021), available from any Public Service Department or the DPSA website.
• The Z83 form must be signed and accompanied by a detailed CV only.
• Submit a separate application for each post.
• Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents will be required only from shortlisted candidates.
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
  • Personnel suitability checks
  • Security clearance
  • Pre-entry practical and ethical assessments

If you do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be appointed on a 12-month probation period in accordance with the prescribed rules. Tip: Ensure all information on your Z83 and CV is complete and accurate to avoid disqualification.