Department of Defence Secretary Vacancy 2026
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
The South African Department of Defence is inviting applications for a Secretary position at the Department of Defence Headquarters Unit in Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
The position offers a salary of R237,453 to R279,708 per year at Salary Level 05. It appears in the official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026, published on 2 October 2026. Applications close on 16 October 2026 at 16:00.
Job Details
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Defence |
| Position | Secretary |
| Post Number | 35/06 |
| Reference Number | CSD/32/35/26 |
| Salary | R237,453 – R279,708 per annum |
| Salary Level | Level 05 |
| Location | Erasmuskloof, Pretoria |
| Centre | Department of Defence Headquarters Unit, Armscor Building |
| Closing Date | 16 October 2026 at 16:00 |
| Application | Z83 form and detailed CV |
The official advert states that late applications and faxed applications will not be considered.
Requirements for the Secretary Position
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
Applicants should have the skills needed to provide professional secretarial and administrative support. The official advert lists the following requirements:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Good typing skills
- Good written and spoken English
- Analytical and innovative thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills
- High level of reliability
- Ability to work with tact and discretion
- Good people skills
- Ability to analyse documents and situations
- Excellent secretarial skills
Is Grade 12 Required?
An important point for applicants is that the requirements section of this specific official advert does not state a particular minimum educational qualification such as Grade 12. It focuses on the skills and knowledge listed above. Applicants should therefore use the official Department of Defence notice as the final reference and avoid adding qualification requirements from unrelated Secretary vacancies.
What Will the Secretary Do?
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
The successful candidate will provide secretarial support to the Deputy Chief of Staff of the SANDF.
Daily responsibilities include receiving and directing telephone calls, keeping the Deputy Chief of Staff’s diary up to date, recording appointments and events, and operating normal office equipment.
The Secretary will also arrange meetings, book venues, organise refreshments, prepare meeting schedules, make travel arrangements and process travel and subsistence claims.
Other responsibilities include taking basic meeting minutes, drafting routine correspondence and reports, maintaining filing systems, processing invoices and managing incoming and outgoing correspondence.
The successful applicant may also help obtain stationery and other standard office items, prepare documents for meetings and make sure documents submitted for approval meet the required Department of Defence standards.
Where Is the Job Based?
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
The position is based at:
Department of Defence Headquarters Unit
Armscor Building
Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, Gauteng
This is a national government position advertised through the DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular.
Salary
The advertised salary is:
R237,453 – R279,708 per annum
Salary Level: 05
The exact appointment level within the advertised range can depend on the applicable public-service rules and the candidate’s circumstances.
How to Apply for the Department of Defence Secretary Job
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
Applicants must use the current Z83 Application for Employment form and include a detailed CV containing information about their training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience.
At the initial application stage, the Department states that applicants should submit the Z83 and detailed CV only. Certified qualification documents and other supporting documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates before or on the interview date.
Applications may be submitted by post to:
Department of Defence Headquarters Unit
Armscor Building
Private Bag X161
Erasmuskloof
Pretoria
0001
Applications may also be hand delivered to:
Armscor Building 370
Corner of Nossob and Boeing Street
Erasmuskloof, Pretoria, 0001
The official advert also allows applications to be emailed to:
Applicants must clearly use the reference:
CSD/32/35/26
The DPSA specifically instructs public-service applicants to include the correct vacancy reference number on their applications. (DPSA)
View the official Department of Defence vacancy advert on DPSA
Get the official Z83 application form from DPSA
Closing Date
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
Closing Date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Faxed applications are also not accepted.
Applicants should apply early enough to avoid problems close to the deadline.
Selection and Screening
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
The Department states that successful candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks. These may include checks relating to criminal records, citizenship, qualifications, employment history and financial or asset records.
Shortlisted candidates may also undergo a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, while successful candidates will be subject to security vetting.
Enquiries
Questions about this Secretary vacancy can be directed to:
Lt Col N. Maseti
Telephone: (012) 355 5269
Important Notice for Applicants
Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026
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Readers can search www.linkinn.co.za for the application guide, but applications must be submitted through the official Department of Defence channels listed in the government advert.
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Final Thoughts
The Department of Defence Secretary Job 2026 may interest applicants with strong secretarial, administrative, Microsoft Office, communication and organisational skills.
With a salary of up to R279,708 per year and a Pretoria-based work location, applicants who meet the advertised skills requirements should prepare their Z83 form and detailed CV and apply before 16 October 2026 at 16:00.
Published by: Linkinn.co.za
Last updated: 6 October 2026
Official source: DPSA Circular 35 of 2026 (DPSA)