Administrative Assistant Jobs 2026 at Department of Cooperative Governance
The Administrative Assistant Jobs are now open for candidates who want to build a career in government administration and public service. The Department of Cooperative Governance (DCoG) is offering Administrative Assistant Jobs in Pretoria for individuals who are organised, detail-oriented and capable of supporting administrative and planning functions. The Administrative Assistant Jobs provide an excellent entry-level opportunity for candidates with a Senior Certificate or National Diploma. Download Z83 Form Here / Editable Z83 Form
Position Details
- Position: Administrative Assistant: Development Planning
- Reference Number: DCOG-AA
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
- Industry: Government / Public Service
- Salary: R280 278 per annum (Level 06)
- Closing Date: 03 July 2026
Requirements
To qualify for the Administrative Assistant Jobs, applicants should have:
- Senior Certificate (Matric) or National Diploma (NQF 6)
- No experience required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
- Good communication skills
- Strong reliability and attention to quality of work
Skills Required
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Office administration skills
- Communication skills (written and verbal)
- Interpersonal skills
- Planning and execution abilities
- Teamwork
- Reliability and accountability
- Attention to detail
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain filing systems and document flow
- Receive, record and distribute documents
- Track and manage official records and registers
- Provide secretarial and administrative support
- Coordinate meetings, workshops and logistics
- Compile minutes, reports and documentation
- Manage diary scheduling for supervisors
- Arrange travel, meetings and conferences
- Order stationery and manage office supplies
- Support asset and inventory coordination
- Perform general office support duties (copying, scanning, emailing)
Why Apply
- Entry-level government employment opportunity
- No experience required
- Stable public sector career path
- Exposure to administration and planning functions
- Opportunity to develop office and coordination skills
- Professional working environment
Important Notes
- Applications close on 03 July 2026
- Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021).Download Z83 Form Here / Editable Z83 Form
- Applications must be submitted electronically via the official DCoG recruitment form
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Shortlisted candidates may be required to submit certified documents
- Candidates are responsible for ensuring all information is complete and accurate
- Employment Equity policies apply