Administrator: Executive Support Ref No: NSG 07/2026 Jobs

March 2, 2026 Edgar Mahomane 0

  • Full Time
  • Pretoria, South Africa

National School of Government

Job Opportunity: Administrator (Executive Support)

Reference Number: NSG 07/2026
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Job Type: Full-Time
Field: Administration / Secretarial

About the National School of Government (NSG)

The National School of Government (NSG) is responsible for training public servants. We ensure that government employees follow the law, use established systems correctly, and find innovative ways to solve challenges in service delivery.

Requirements

  • Education: A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate is required.
  • Added Advantage: A tertiary qualification (NQF level 5) in Office Administration, Business Administration, or Public Administration.
  • Experience: No previous experience is required for this position.

Key Skills and Competencies

To succeed in this role, you should have the following skills:

  • Strong computer literacy and typing skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication.
  • Good planning, organizing, and time management abilities.
  • Basic project management and problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to handle basic financial tasks and numeracy.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a focus on customer service.

Job Knowledge

Candidates should be familiar with:

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Organizing and hosting virtual meetings (including recording and taking minutes).
  • Meeting management, including setting agendas and tracking action plans.
  • Public service policies, protocols, and the “Batho Pele” principles.
  • Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and maintaining high levels of confidentiality.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a professional who is:

  • Highly reliable and honest.
  • Detail-oriented and able to work well in a team.
  • Trustworthy with sensitive information.
  • Well-groomed and professional in presentation.
  • Willing to work long hours or outside of standard office hours when necessary.

Method of Application

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please submit your application through the official Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) website.