Personal Assistant- Office of the Principal REF NO: PPO/10/2026 at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• Grade 12/ Matric or Equivalent. Recognized National Diploma (NQF6) in Office Management and Technology/Public Management, Law, Social Science or related qualifications. Experience in development of policies/implementations strategies. Practical experience in Office Management and Technology/ Public management.
• A post graduate qualification in the relevant field/s will be an advantage. 3-5 years relevant experience in administration environment. Knowledge of Public Service legislation and policies. Knowledge of PSET. Knowledge and understanding of the TVET/CET administration.
• Understanding of Higher Education sector will be an added advantage. Understanding Cost centre budgetary, expenditure and cash flow management, Employment Equity Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act and any other related legislation. Must have a valid driver’s license. 

DUTIES :

• Render administration / executive support services in the office of the principal. Provides secretariat support to College Council, Council Committees, Academic Board, Senior Management and other external stakeholders.
• Provides strategic management, monitoring and evaluation services. Oversee and maintain logistics within the office of the principal. Arrange all meetings (Sub-committee, Council, EXCO and other external stakeholders).
• Arrange all Academic Board and Academic Board committees. Arrange and support for training interventions. Coordinate the décor, layout, food service, invitation and media protocol requirements for college hosted functions. Maintain stock of standard forms and stationery.
• Develop agendas and write minutes for the college meeting and forum Records Management. Management of all human, financial and other resources of the unit. Ensure completion of performance agreements by all employees in the unit. Supervision of staff.