Senior Administrative Officer: Office Of The Deputy Director General: Learning & Professional Development; Ref No: NSG 03/2026 at National School of Government
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Senior Administrative Officer: Office Of The Deputy Director General: Learning & Professional Development; Ref No: NSG 03/2026
A minimum National Diploma (NQF level 6) as recognized by SAQA in office administration, business administration, public management, or any relevant field.
Experience:
Two (2) to three (3) years relevant experience in office administration.
Knowledge:
Microsoft Office suite, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Virtual meetings (organize, host, record, transcript). Meetings management. Public service legislation, policies, prescripts, and procedures relevant to the job. Protocol, etiquette, and diplomacy.
Competencies/Skills:
Strong computer literacy. Strong oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, writing, planning, and organizing skills. Basic programme and project management skills. Problem solving and analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Presentation skills.
Personal Attributes:
High level of reliability. Client focused attitude. Keen attention to detail. Ability to work in a team. Trustworthy and honest and ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality. Good grooming and presentation. Willing to work long hours and outside working hours.
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