SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: TRAINING is a South African government vacancy at Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA). This job is part of Circular 21 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Pretoria Head Office | closing date: 03 July 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
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Where to send your application.
To apply visit: https://erecruitment.gpaa.gov.za/
Salary
R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Centre
Pretoria Head Office
Requirements
- A relevant 3-year National Diploma / Degree in Human Resources or equivalent qualification within Human Resources Management, Human Resources Development or Industrial Psychology (with at least 360 credits, NQF 6).
- Minimum three (3) years appropriate experience in HR/ Training of which 2 years is in a supervisory role within the Human Resource / Training/ HRD environment OR Five (5) years appropriate experience within the Human Resource / Training/ HRD environment.
- Computer literacy that would include a high level of proficiency in Microsoft products and PERSAL system.
- Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Knowledge of project management.
- Knowledge of legislation relating to training and development.
- Knowledge of Public Service Regulation (PSR).
- Knowledge of PFMA and National Treasury Regulations.
- Knowledge of DPSA directives and regulations.
- Analytical skills.
- Conflict resolution.
- Problem solving skills.
- Customer relations.
- Presentation skills.
- Ability to communicate at all levels.
- Ability to build strong network relationships.
- Team player.
- Emotional intelligence.
- Attention to detail.
Duties
- The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which includes but are not limited to the following: Development and Implementation of the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and the Annual Training Report (ATR): Conduct training needs analysis.
- Consolidate data to inform Workplace Skills Plan and Annual Training Report.
- Present the WSP/ATR to the relevant stakeholder groups.
- Develop a training schedule in line with the Workplace Skills Plan.
- Prioritize training delivery in line with GPAA strategy.
- Facilitate the assessment of training provided to ensure performance improvement.
- Analyse post training assessment reports.
- Develop and send a request for quotation to SCM.
- Ensure adherence to service level agreements by the external service providers.
- Present, negotiate and consult with stakeholders regarding training interventions.
- Administration of bursaries: Prepare an invitation for bursary intake as per bursary policy provisions.
- Assist with presentation to the Bursary Committee.
- Memo preparation to the stakeholders.
- Provide feedback to bursary applicants.
- Present the policy and the contract to the affected employees before the study aid agreement can be entered into.
- Monitor the study progress of bursary holders.
- Provide advice to the stakeholders.
- Audit bursary files.
- Facilitate the process of bursary takeover.
- Quality assures submitted documents against the GPAA bursary requirements.
- Update bursary documents and facilitate for sign off.
- Implementation of Experiential Learning, Learnership, internship Recognition of Improve Qualifications and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Projects etc.: Plan for the implementation of the projects.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders.
- Implementation of the projects.
- Reporting to the relevant stakeholders.
- The facilitation of Induction and Reorientation programme for the GPAA: Liaise with the Human Resources unit to identify the new entrants into GPAA.
- Update or create manuals for induction.
- Verify attendance of CIP and reorientation with newly appointed employees.
- Facilitate Compulsory Induction Programme (CIP) and reorientation to qualifying GPAA employees.
- Monitor the progress made on CIP online and reorientation attendance.
- Report to the stakeholders.
- Implementation of HRD Strategy: Implement the HRD Strategy.
- Develop implementation plans for the HRD Strategy.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly and yearly reports to the relevant stakeholders.
- Implement and monitor the HRD strategy.
- Implementation of Adult Education and Training (AET) program and other directives and resolutions: Coordinate the implementation of the AET program, resolutions and directives.
- Monitor the progress of learners through liaising with the service providers.
- Assist with the implementation and monitoring of resolutions and directives as determined.
- Coordinate and Conduct AET classes.
- Asses the learner’s readiness to write exams.
- Assist with researching topics for life skills program.
- Implement the mentorship and coaching projects in GPAA: Facilitate the implementation of coaching and mentoring programs.
- Support the line managers and recipients with regards to mentoring and coaching processes.
- Monitor the progress of the programmes and address challenges emanating from the implementation of the programmes.
- Supervision of staff: Allocate work according to skills and competencies.
- Manage staff performance.
- Develop, train and coach staff.
- Maintain discipline.
- Provide Monthly statistics.
- Ensure that subordinates are informed about changes in work environment or management decisions.
Enquiries
Felicia Mahlaba Tel No: (012) 319 1455 Enquiries.erecruitment@gpaa.gov.za
Department Notes
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two preentry 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. It should be noted that the GPAA does not support the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in any of its recruitment and selection processes and will disqualify an application if it picks up the use of AI when completing assessments without acknowledging the source of information. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions. For SMS positions, certain candidates may be required to undergo additional Psychometric Assessments. Applicants must note that pre-employment checks and references will be conducted once they are short-listed and the appointment is also subject to a positive outcome on these checks, which include, but not limited to: security clearance, security vetting, qualification/study verification, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, previous employment verification and criminal record. Applicants will be required to meet vetting requirements as prescribed by Minimum Information Security Standards in line with the new DPSA Directive effective 01 April 2024. By submitting your application, it also means you consent to the GPAA processing your information for Human Resources Management purposes. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all their foreign qualifications (this includes O and A level certificates) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), at your own expense. Upon appointment, successful candidates will be required to sign a Performance Agreement within 3 months from date of appointment and for candidates whose appointment exceeds 12 calendar months will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) calendar months excluding leave taken as prescribed by Public Service Regulation 68. The status of your application will be visible on the e-Recruitment system. However, if you have not received feedback from the GPAA within 6 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. The candidate must take note: It is the GPAA’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer/promotion / appointment will promote representativeness in line with the numerical targets as contained in GPAA’s Employment Equity Plan. Note: The GPAA reserves the right not to fill the below-mentioned posts, withdraw or to put on-hold a position and/or to re-advertise a post. The GPAA is compliant with the requirements of POPIA.
Notes
One permanent position of Senior Administrative Officer is currently available at the Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA): HRD Unit.
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Original Text
Permanent
The purpose of this role is to provide support to the Training and Development
Unit for the GPAA.
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Pretoria Head Office
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant 3-year National Diploma / Degree in Human Resources or equivalent qualification within Human Resources Management, Human
Resources Development or Industrial Psychology (with at least 360 credits,
NQF 6). Minimum three (3) years appropriate experience in HR/ Training of which 2 years is in a supervisory role within the Human Resource / Training/
HRD environment OR Five (5) years appropriate experience within the Human
Resource / Training/ HRD environment. Computer literacy that would include a high level of proficiency in Microsoft products and PERSAL system. Knowledge
of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Knowledge of project management. Knowledge of legislation relating to training and development.
Knowledge of Public Service Regulation (PSR). Knowledge of PFMA and
National Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of DPSA directives and regulations.
Analytical skills. Conflict resolution. Problem solving skills. Customer relations.
Presentation skills. Ability to communicate at all levels. Ability to build strong network relationships. Team player. Emotional intelligence. Attention to detail.
DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which includes but are not limited to the following: Development and Implementation of the
Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and the Annual Training Report (ATR): Conduct training needs analysis. Consolidate data to inform Workplace Skills Plan and
Annual Training Report. Present the WSP/ATR to the relevant stakeholder groups. Develop a training schedule in line with the Workplace Skills Plan.
Prioritize training delivery in line with GPAA strategy. Facilitate the assessment of training provided to ensure performance improvement. Analyse post training
assessment reports. Develop and send a request for quotation to SCM. Ensure adherence to service level agreements by the external service providers.
Present, negotiate and consult with stakeholders regarding training interventions. Administration of bursaries: Prepare an invitation for bursary
intake as per bursary policy provisions. Assist with presentation to the Bursary
Committee. Memo preparation to the stakeholders. Provide feedback to bursary applicants. Present the policy and the contract to the affected
employees before the study aid agreement can be entered into. Monitor the study progress of bursary holders. Provide advice to the stakeholders. Audit
bursary files. Facilitate the process of bursary takeover. Quality assures submitted documents against the GPAA bursary requirements. Update bursary
documents and facilitate for sign off. Implementation of Experiential Learning,
Learnership, internship Recognition of Improve Qualifications and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Projects etc.: Plan for the implementation of the
projects. Liaise with relevant stakeholders. Implementation of the projects.
Reporting to the relevant stakeholders. The facilitation of Induction and Reorientation programme for the GPAA: Liaise with the Human Resources unit to identify the new entrants into GPAA. Update or create manuals for induction.
Verify attendance of CIP and reorientation with newly appointed employees.
Facilitate Compulsory Induction Programme (CIP) and reorientation to qualifying GPAA employees. Monitor the progress made on CIP online and
reorientation attendance. Report to the stakeholders. Implementation of HRD
Strategy: Implement the HRD Strategy. Develop implementation plans for the
HRD Strategy. Prepare and present monthly, quarterly and yearly reports to the relevant stakeholders. Implement and monitor the HRD strategy.
Implementation of Adult Education and Training (AET) program and other directives and resolutions: Coordinate the implementation of the AET program,
resolutions and directives. Monitor the progress of learners through liaising with the service providers. Assist with the implementation and monitoring of
resolutions and directives as determined. Coordinate and Conduct AET classes. Asses the learner’s readiness to write exams. Assist with researching
topics for life skills program. Implement the mentorship and coaching projects in GPAA: Facilitate the implementation of coaching and mentoring programs.
Support the line managers and recipients with regards to mentoring and coaching processes. Monitor the progress of the programmes and address
challenges emanating from the implementation of the programmes.
Supervision of staff: Allocate work according to skills and competencies.
Manage staff performance. Develop, train and coach staff. Maintain discipline.
Provide Monthly statistics. Ensure that subordinates are informed about changes in work environment or management decisions.
ENQUIRIES : Felicia Mahlaba Tel No: (012) 319 1455
Enquiries.erecruitment@gpaa.gov.za
NOTE : One permanent position of Senior Administrative Officer is currently available at the Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA): HRD Unit.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 21 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.