The Office of the Public Service Commission Vacancies offer excellent opportunities for professionals who want to support ethical, efficient and people-centred public administration in South Africa. If you have experience in finance, administration, office management or investigations, you are encouraged to apply for these posts before 22 December 2025 at 16:30.
The OPSC is an equal opportunity representative employer. Preference will be given to Coloureds, Indians, Whites and persons with disabilities, and applicants are encouraged to indicate their representativity profile to speed up processing.
Vacancy Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) |
| Closing Date | 22 December 2025, 16h30 |
| Location | Public Service Commission House (Pretoria) and Provincial Offices in Free State, North West and Western Cape |
Senior State Accountant: Salaries
Post Title: Senior State Accountant: Salaries
Reference Number: SSA:S/12/2025
Salary: R397 116 per annum (Level 08)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria
Requirements
- Recognised National Diploma (NQF 6) in:
- Financial Management, or
- Management Accounting
- 3–5 years’ experience in:
- Salary/Payroll/PAYE Administration
- Debtors Administration
- Balance Reconciliation
- Financial accounting environment (public and/or private sector)
- Advanced computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Extensive (3–5 years) knowledge and expertise in:
- BAS and PERSAL
- Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA)
- Sound knowledge and ability to interpret and apply:
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations, financial policies and Public Service procedures
- Strong financial, accounting and numeric skills.
- Skills: innovation, initiative, problem-solving and analysis, good written and verbal communication, ability to work independently and in a team, ability to work under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
- Understanding of Constitutional Values and Principles (Section 195) and how they support effective public service delivery and the role of the PSC.
- Valid driver’s licence (except for disabled applicants).
Duties
- Control filing and safe keeping of salary-related documents.
- Ensure that payroll reports are distributed and certified correctly and on time.
- Authorise transactions on PERSAL and BAS.
- Compile monthly PERSAL–BAS reconciliations.
- Ensure all debtors are managed, reconciled and collected, with follow-ups where needed.
- Oversee all SARS PAYE matters and returns, including e-Filing reconciliation.
- Supervise and manage the work performance of direct subordinates.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr N Fabricius
- Tel: (012) 352 1080
Senior Administration Officer: Free State Provincial Office
Post Title: Senior Administration Officer: Free State Provincial Office
Reference Number: SNR/ADMIN/FSPO/12/2025
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Office of the Public Service Commission, Free State Provincial Office
Requirements
- Senior Certificate (NQF 4).
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in:
- Social Sciences
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Public Administration/Management
- Development Management
- 1–3 years’ general administration experience.
- Knowledge of:
- Human Resource legislation and practices
- Public Management and Administration
- Skills:
- Planning and organising
- Project management
- Presentation and report writing
- Good communication skills
Duties
- Supervise and perform Supply Chain Management functions in the province.
- Oversee and perform asset management functions in the office.
- Assist with financial management processes in the province.
- Oversee implementation of records management systems and processes.
- Participate in provincial projects and broader OPSC initiatives.
- Perform other ad hoc functions as determined by the Provincial Director.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr S Mlisana
- Tel: (051) 448 8696
Administrative Secretary – Pretoria (DDG: Leadership Management Practices)
Post Title: Administrative Secretary
Reference Number: ADM SEC/LMP/12/2025
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria
Requirements
- Senior Certificate.
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in Office Management and/or Administration.
- A relevant NQF 7 qualification will be an added advantage.
- 3–5 years’ experience as a secretary for senior managers.
- General administration knowledge.
- Strong MS Office skills.
- Skills: good communication, proven computer literacy, organising, business writing and professional telephone etiquette.
Duties
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Deputy Director-General: Leadership Management Practices.
- Manage the administration of the DDG’s office, including correspondence and document flow.
- Manage the DDG’s diary and appointments.
- Act as liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
- Conduct background research for speeches and papers and prepare presentations.
- Coordinate planning and reporting for the Branch.
Enquiries
- Contact: Dr K Sedibe
- Tel: (012) 352 1206
State Administration Officer to the Commissioner – Head Office
Post Title: State Administration Officer to the Commissioner: Head Office
Reference Number: SAO/NO/12/2025
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria
Requirements
- Matric/Grade 12 (NQF 4).
- Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Administration, or
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in:
- Office Management
- Management Assistant
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- 5 years’ experience in the Public Service, with at least 3 years supporting senior management.
Duties
- Render administrative support to the Commissioner.
- Provide secretarial and personal assistant services to the Commissioner.
- Control expenditure in the Office of the Commissioner.
- Coordinate information for the Commissioner’s reporting and cluster commitments.
- Provide personal support to the Commissioner as required.
Enquiries
- Contact: Ms N Gwaza
- Tel: (021) 418 4901/2
State Administration Officer: Public Administration Investigations
Post Title: State Administration Officer: Chief Directorate Public Administration Investigations
Reference Number: S/A/O/PAI/12/2025
Salary: R269 499 per annum (Level 06)
Centre: Office of the Public Service Commission, Head Office
Requirements
- Degree/National Diploma (NQF 6) in:
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- Human Resource Management
- Minimum 3 years’ administrative experience.
- Knowledge of:
- Public Service regulatory framework and departmental policies
- Advanced computer literacy (Microsoft Office)
- Office and telephone etiquette
- Skills:
- Research and office administration
- Above-average typing and minute-taking
- Stakeholder liaison, interpersonal and communication (verbal and written)
- Planning, coordinating and organising
- Personal attributes: ability to work independently and under pressure, approachable, dedicated, loyal, reliable, honest and responsible.
Duties
- Conduct investigations into complaints lodged with the PSC.
- Assist with data gathering and database management.
- Complete ad hoc tasks as required.
- Coordinate information for relevant Commissioner’s cluster departments.
Enquiries
- Contact: Ms T Mashikinya
- Tel: (012) 352 1139
State Administration Officer to the Commissioner – Mpumalanga Provincial Office
Post Title: State Administration Officer to the Commissioner: Mpumalanga Provincial Office
Reference Number: SAO/MP/12/2025
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria (serving Mpumalanga Commissioner)
Requirements
- Senior Certificate (NQF 4).
- Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Administration, or
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in:
- Office Management
- Management Assistant
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- 5 years’ Public Service experience, with at least 3 years supporting senior management.
Duties
- Provide administrative support to the Mpumalanga Commissioner.
- Offer secretarial and PA services to the Commissioner.
- Control expenditure in the Office of the Commissioner.
- Coordinate information for reporting and cluster commitments.
- Provide personal support to the Commissioner.
Enquiries
- Contact: Ms N Gwaza
- Tel: (021) 418 4901/2
Administrative Secretary – Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Post Title: Administrative Secretary
Reference Number: ADM SEC/IAC/12/2025
Salary: R325 101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria
Requirements
- Senior Certificate.
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in Office Management and/or Administration.
- 3–5 years’ experience as a secretary for senior managers.
- General administration knowledge and strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Skills: communication, organising, business writing, interpersonal skills and telephone etiquette.
Duties
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to the DDG: Integrity and Anti-Corruption.
- Manage administration of the DDG’s office.
- Manage the DDG’s diary and appointments.
- Review reports and documents submitted to the DDG’s office.
- Act as liaison with stakeholders.
- Perform background research for papers, speeches and presentations.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr M Malatsi
- Tel: (012) 352 1073
Administrative Secretary Grade III – Chief Directorate: Governance Monitoring
Post Title: Administrative Secretary Grade III
Reference Number: AS/CD/GM/12/2025
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria
Requirements
- Senior Certificate.
- Post-matric certificate in Office Administration/Secretarial Support (NQF 6 Diploma) or higher in a related field is an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 years’ Office Administration and Secretarial Support experience.
- Typing competency and administration skills.
- Skills: computer literacy, communication, organisation, typing and business writing.
Duties
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Director and Directors in the Chief Directorate.
- Manage administration of the office of the Chief Director and Directorates.
- Provide administrative support for research, monitoring and evaluation projects, and events such as conferences/workshops/roundtables.
- Manage the registry for the Chief Directorate.
- Provide logistical support and manage relationships between components, internal and external stakeholders.
Enquiries
- Contact: Dr N Nleya
- Tel: (012) 352 1018
Administrative Secretary Grade III – Chief Directorate: Public Management Practice
Post Title: Administrative Secretary Grade III
Reference Number: AS/CD/PMP/12/2025
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Office of the Public Service Commission, Head Office
Requirements
- Senior Certificate.
- Post-matric certificate in Office Administration/Secretarial Support (NQF 6 Diploma) or higher is an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years’ Office Administration and Secretarial Support experience.
- Typing competency and administration skills.
- Skills: communication, interpersonal relations, strong Microsoft Office skills, typing, organising, business writing, and ability to handle confidential information.
Duties
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Director and Directorates.
- Manage the administration of the office of the Chief Director and Directorates.
- Provide support for research, monitoring and evaluation projects, as well as conferences and workshops.
- Manage the registry and provide logistical support.
- Manage relationships between internal components and external stakeholders.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr B Saki
- Tel: (012) 352 1196
Document Control Clerk: Financial Management
Post Title: Document Control Clerk: Financial Management
Reference Number: DCC/FM/12/2025
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Public Service Commission House, Pretoria
Requirements
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12, with Accounting as an advantage.
- 0–2 years’ experience in Finance; 1–2 years’ experience in a finance environment will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL transversal systems.
Duties
- Maintain a commitment register for invoices received internally and externally.
- Follow up on invoices sent for certification and approval.
- Compile payments in line with financial prescripts and departmental policies.
- Ensure all valid invoices are processed within 30 days.
- Maintain filing for all processed BAS and LOGIS payments.
- Attend to Auditor-General information requests related to payment batches.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr N Fabricius
- Tel: (012) 352 1080
Administrative Secretary – North West Provincial Office
Post Title: Administrative Secretary
Reference Number: AS/NWPO/12/2025
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Office of the Public Service Commission, North West Provincial Office, Mmabatho
Requirements
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12 (NQF 4).
- Diploma in Office Administration or Public Administration/Management or Secretarial is an added advantage.
- Skills: administration, communication, interpersonal skills, Microsoft Office, typing, organising, business writing, time management, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information.
Duties
- Provide administrative, secretarial, research and liaison support to the Provincial Director and component.
- Manage registry functions (correspondence, filing, document preparation).
- Provide logistical support to the Provincial Director and the component.
- Manage stakeholder relations between the component, Provincial Director and internal/external stakeholders.
- Manage the Provincial Director’s diary, reception area and petty cash.
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Provincial Director.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr L Mautlwa
- Tel: (018) 384 1000
Administrative Secretary – Western Cape Provincial Office
Post Title: Administrative Secretary
Reference Number: AS/WCPO/12/2025
Salary: R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Office of the Public Service Commission, Western Cape, Cape Town
Requirements
- Senior Certificate.
- Diploma in Office Administration or Public Administration/Management or Secretarial is an added advantage.
- Typing competency and experience.
- Skills: administration, communication, interpersonal skills, strong Microsoft Office skills, typing, organising, business writing and ability to handle confidential information.
Duties
- Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Provincial Director.
- Manage registry (incoming and outgoing correspondence).
- Manage the Provincial Director’s diary.
- Provide logistical services to the Provincial Director and components.
- Manage relationships between components, the Provincial Director, internal and external stakeholders.
- Manage office records, reception and switchboard, and control petty cash.
Enquiries
- Contact: Mr M Pretorius
- Tel: (021) 421 3980
How to Apply for Office of the Public Service Commission Vacancies
- Visit the official OPSC website: www.psc.gov.za and go to the “Vacancies” section.
- Apply online at: www.psc.gov.za under “Vacancies”.
- Alternatively, forward your application (quoting the relevant reference number) to:
Postal Address:
The Director-General
Office of the Public Service Commission
Private Bag X121
Pretoria
0001
Physical Address (hand-delivery):
Commission House, Office Park Block B
536 Francis Baard Street
Arcadia
Pretoria
- Ensure you submit your application on or before 22 December 2025 at 16h30.
To apply and for more details visit the
Office of the Public Service Commission official website.
If you meet the requirements for any of these Office of the Public Service Commission Vacancies, prepare a professional CV, complete your application carefully, and submit it before the closing date to be considered.