The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Senior Secretary within the Environmental and Infrastructure Service Department. This short-term opportunity offers a chance to support strategic environmental operations in one of South Africa’s most vibrant metropolitan municipalities.
| Employer: | City of Johannesburg |
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| Closing Date: | 12 November 2025 |
| Location: | 118 Jorissen Street, Traduna House, Braamfontein |
| Department: | Environmental and Infrastructure Service Department |
| Branch: | Impact Management and Compliance Monitoring |
| Designation: | Senior Secretary |
| Contract Type: | Short-Term (Not exceeding 12 months) |
| Remuneration: | R21 696.11 per month (all-inclusive, no benefits) |
Primary Purpose
The Senior Secretary will provide comprehensive administrative, secretarial, and office management support to the Director. Responsibilities include managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, maintaining records, coordinating communications, and ensuring smooth operational flow within the Director’s office.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 / NQF Level 4.
- National Diploma in Secretarial or Office Administration (NQF Level 6) or a related qualification in Administration.
- Understanding of Secretarial / Office Administration concepts and functions.
Key Performance Areas
- Coordinate and manage all documentation for the Director’s office.
- Manage the Director’s diary, appointments, and programme of activities.
- Attend to requests and provide effective office and stakeholder support.
- Handle correspondence, filing, and confidential documentation.
- Facilitate logistical arrangements for meetings and internal events.
- Ensure professional communication between internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Competencies
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational and coordination abilities.
Core Competencies
- Knowledge of secretarial and office administration practices.
- Professionalism and ethical conduct guided by the Batho Pele Principles.
- Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills.
Application Guidelines
Important: Only online applications will be accepted. Applicants must complete the online job application form and attach certified copies of:
- Qualifications / Certificates
- South African ID
- Updated CV
Additional Information
- Proof of original documents may be required during the selection process.
- Internal applicants must provide their employee number.
- Applicants with professional memberships must indicate membership number and expiry date.
- It is recommended to use Google Chrome when applying online.
Employment Equity and Disclaimer
The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer and applies the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups and persons with disabilities, in line with the City’s approved Employment Equity Plan.
Please note:
- Submission of an application does not guarantee employment.
- The CoJ reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Applicants not contacted within six (6) weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo credit checks, criminal record verification, CV validation, employment record verification, and ID validation.
How to Apply
Apply Online:
Apply Here
or visit the official City of Johannesburg Careers page: www.joburg.org.za
Enquiries Only:
Contact Person: Siphiwe Khumalo
Tel: 011 082 7997
Closing Date: Wednesday, 12 November 2025