Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/108 · Ref DHET 58/09/2026 Limpopo Regional Office
RECEPTIONIST: OFFICE OF THE REGIONAL MANAGER
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- CentrePolokwane Regional Office
- LevelLevel 05
Closing date: 4 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 32 of 2026
- Page No.
- 68–69
- Circular Post
- 32/108
- Reference number
- DHET 58/09/2026 Limpopo Regional Office
- Department
- Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- Directorate
- Corporate Services
- Centre
- Polokwane Regional Office
- Salary
- R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Closing date
- 18 September 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
The listed centre is Polokwane Regional Office.
Applications close on 18 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- An appropriate national senior certificate/grade 12 certificate (Vocational) (NCV) Level 4 certificate.
- An appropriate bachelor’s degree/national diploma (NQF Level 6) in Administration/Management or related qualification will serve as an added advantage.
- A minimum of one (1) to two (2) years’ working experience in rendering receptionist, administrative and secretarial support services will be an added advantage.
- The ideal candidate should be proficient in MS Office, typing, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Customer care and Client orientation skills.
- Telephone etiquette and document management are some of the skills required for this job.
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
Duties
- Render reception services to the Office of the Regional Manager.
- Receive and direct telephonic and electronic calls and messages.
- Liaise with clients, managers and related stakeholders as directed.
- Receive and engage visitors.
- Keep a logbook of each day’s visitors.
- Ensure a clean reception area.
- Exercise control of access to the Office of the Regional Manager.
- Arrange and provide refreshments for visitors /clients as directed.
- Provide general administrative support services to the office of the Regional Manager.
- Receive and administer the flow of information and documents in the Office.
- Prepare and distribute documents as directed.
- Assist with enquiries related to the Office.
- Administer the procurement process of office equipment and stationery.
- File/store trace and electronically and manually retrieve documents and files.
- Assist with processing of claims for travel and accommodation.
- Assist with administration of leave for staff in the office of the Regional Manager.
- Provide general secretarial services to the office of the Regional Manager.
- Assist with the arrangement of meetings.
- Organise logistics for the meeting.
- Assist with the preparation of documentation for the meetings.
- Execute all claims for travel, accommodation, and rental cars.
- Assist with an effective flow of information and documents: Direct received a submission to relevant managers within the office of the Minister.
- Ensure the safekeeping of documentation.
- Responds to enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders as directed.
- Draft documents as required.
- N.B.
- All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
Enquiries
Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
Notes and Z83 guidance
Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83.
- Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
- All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification).
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 32 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 32/108 : RECEPTIONIST: OFFICE OF THE REGIONAL MANAGER REF NO: DHET
58/09/2026
Limpopo Regional Office
Directorate: Corporate Services
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Polokwane Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate national senior certificate/grade 12 certificate (Vocational) (NCV) Level 4 certificate. An appropriate bachelor’s degree/national diploma
(NQF Level 6) in Administration/Management or related qualification will serve as an added advantage. A minimum of one (1) to two (2) years’ working
experience in rendering receptionist, administrative and secretarial support services will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate should be proficient
in MS Office, typing, and written and verbal communication skills.
Organisational and prioritisation skills. Customer care and Client orientation skills. Telephone etiquette and document management are some of the skills
required for this job. Ability to work in a team and independently.
DUTIES : Render reception services to the Office of the Regional Manager. Receive and direct telephonic and electronic calls and messages. Liaise with clients,
managers and related stakeholders as directed. Receive and engage visitors.
Keep a logbook of each day’s visitors. Ensure a clean reception area. Exercise control of access to the Office of the Regional Manager. Arrange and provide
refreshments for visitors /clients as directed. Provide general administrative support services to the office of the Regional Manager. Receive and administer
the flow of information and documents in the Office. Prepare and distribute documents as directed. Assist with enquiries related to the Office. Administer
the procurement process of office equipment and stationery. File/store trace and electronically and manually retrieve documents and files. Assist with
processing of claims for travel and accommodation. Assist with administration of leave for staff in the office of the Regional Manager. Provide general
secretarial services to the office of the Regional Manager. Assist with the arrangement of meetings. Organise logistics for the meeting. Assist with the
preparation of documentation for the meetings. Execute all claims for travel, accommodation, and rental cars. Assist with an effective flow of information
and documents: Direct received a submission to relevant managers within the office of the Minister. Ensure the safekeeping of documentation. Responds to
enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders as directed. Draft
documents as required. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
NOTE : Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and
a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the
digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support
the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates
for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the
minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate.
No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course
visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous
employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and
practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.
Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the
Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026
58/09/2026
Limpopo Regional Office
Directorate: Corporate Services
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Polokwane Regional Office
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate national senior certificate/grade 12 certificate (Vocational) (NCV) Level 4 certificate. An appropriate bachelor’s degree/national diploma
(NQF Level 6) in Administration/Management or related qualification will serve as an added advantage. A minimum of one (1) to two (2) years’ working
experience in rendering receptionist, administrative and secretarial support services will be an added advantage. The ideal candidate should be proficient
in MS Office, typing, and written and verbal communication skills.
Organisational and prioritisation skills. Customer care and Client orientation skills. Telephone etiquette and document management are some of the skills
required for this job. Ability to work in a team and independently.
DUTIES : Render reception services to the Office of the Regional Manager. Receive and direct telephonic and electronic calls and messages. Liaise with clients,
managers and related stakeholders as directed. Receive and engage visitors.
Keep a logbook of each day’s visitors. Ensure a clean reception area. Exercise control of access to the Office of the Regional Manager. Arrange and provide
refreshments for visitors /clients as directed. Provide general administrative support services to the office of the Regional Manager. Receive and administer
the flow of information and documents in the Office. Prepare and distribute documents as directed. Assist with enquiries related to the Office. Administer
the procurement process of office equipment and stationery. File/store trace and electronically and manually retrieve documents and files. Assist with
processing of claims for travel and accommodation. Assist with administration of leave for staff in the office of the Regional Manager. Provide general
secretarial services to the office of the Regional Manager. Assist with the arrangement of meetings. Organise logistics for the meeting. Assist with the
preparation of documentation for the meetings. Execute all claims for travel, accommodation, and rental cars. Assist with an effective flow of information
and documents: Direct received a submission to relevant managers within the office of the Minister. Ensure the safekeeping of documentation. Responds to
enquiries received from internal and external stakeholders as directed. Draft
documents as required. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
NOTE : Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and
a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the
digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support
the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s
suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates
for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the
minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate.
No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course
visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous
employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and
practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.
Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the
Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026