SECRETARIAT- EXECUTIVE STRUCTURES – 29 June 2026

THE DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

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

CLOSING DATE : 10 July 2026 at 16h00. Applications received after the closing date will not be
considered.

NOTE : 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. 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. 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. In the pursuit of diversity and redress, appointments will be made in
line with the DSBD EE Plan. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall
undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine
a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The successful
candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of
appointment, as well as complete a financial interest declaration form within one
month of appointment and annually thereafter. The Department reserves the right
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.

POST 22/267 : SECRETARIAT- EXECUTIVE STRUCTURES “REF NO: SES”

SALARY : R280 278 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) in Public Administration, Office
Administration /Management, Business Administration, or a related field, as
recognised by SAQA. 4 years of administrative experience in the public / private
sector environment, preferably working with Top Management. A postgraduate
qualification in a related field will be an added advantage. Computer literacy (MS
Office Packages and Microsoft Teams). Have proven competencies: Basic
understanding of governance and public-sector committee processes, Strong
administrative and organisational skills, Excellent verbal and written
communication skills, including minute-taking, Attention to detail and ability to
manage and file information accurately, Advanced data capturing and reporting
skills (e.g. Excel or similar tools), Ability to handle work confidentially and
professionally, Time management and ability to meet deadlines.

DUTIES : Provide Secretariat and Governance Support Services inclusive of but not limited
to providing secretariat support to departmental executive structures such as Min
EXCO, EXCO and Extended EXCO, ensuring governance processes of the
executive structures align with departmental policies, prescripts and approved
procedures etc. Provide meeting coordination and administration services. Provide
minutes, resolutions and action tracking services by taking accurate minutes during
meetings and drafting minutes for review and approval. Maintain orderly, accurate
and secure electronic and physical records of agendas, minutes, resolutions, and
supporting documentation in line with information management and records
management policies. Capture and maintain relevant data, including dates of
decisions, assigned actions and completion dates, assist in producing routine
reports and dashboards, such as average turnaround time for implementation of
decisions and frequency of meetings held versus planned. Communicate action
items and deadlines to responsible officials. Draft general correspondence such as
response letters, emails, status reports and submissions and serve as a
coordination point between the Executive Support unit, committee members, and
Departmental officials.

EENQUIRIES : 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. Candidates must submit applications to
recruitment7@dsbd.gov.za and quote the reference number for the
abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying, i.e., “REF NO:
SES”

We wish you all the best with your applications