NATIONAL PROSECUTING AUTHORITY- PERSONAL ASSISTANT

NATIONAL PROSECUTING AUTHORITY- PERSONAL ASSISTANT

NATIONAL PROSECUTING AUTHORITY
The NPA is an equal opportunity employer. People with disabilities will be given preference and are
encouraged to apply. In the filling of vacancies, the objectives of Section 195(1)(i) of the Constitution of
the Republic of South Africa,1996, and in particular the Employment Equity Act,1998 (Act 55 of 1998) and
the NPA Employment Equity Strategy 2022-2026, will take highest preference in selection of suitable
candidates.

APPLICATIONS : All applications must be submitted to the relevant Recruitment Response E
mails stated below.

CLOSING DATE : 24 November 2025

NOTE : Applicants must apply by submitting applications on the most recent Z83 form
obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link:
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a comprehensive CV ONLY
(with detailed experience information). Failure to do so will result in your
application being disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to
submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or
before the day of the interview following communication from Human
Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation
report issued by SAQA (only when shortlisted). It is the applicant’s
responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to
provide proof of such evaluation (only when shortlisted). All applications must
reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late applications will be
accepted/processed. Documents should not be password protected, and ZIP
files will be blocked. The NPA cannot be held responsible for server delays. All
applications must reach the NPA on/or before the closing date. No late
applications will be accepted/processed.

The applicant’s attention is drawn to
the fact that the NPA uses an Electronic Response Handling System in terms
of e-mailed applications. Please do not contact the NPA directly after you have
e-mailed your applications to enquire if your application(s) have been received.
If you have not received an acknowledgement of receipt within one week after
the closing date, then you can contact the NPA. The NPA reserves the right not
to fill any particular position. If you do not hear from us within (6) six months
from the closing date of the advert, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance
of at least confidential.

Appointment to this position will be provisional, pending
the issue of security clearance. Fingerprints will be taken on the day of the
interview. The social media accounts of shortlisted applicants may be accessed
as part of the verification process. A valid driver’s license will be a requirement
where applicable. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments which are, a practical exercise and an integrity
(ethical conduct) assessment. SMS posts will be subjected to a technical
exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics
of which will be communicated by the NPA.

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Following the interview and
technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a
generic managerial competency-based assessment (in compliance with the
DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments).
The competency assessment will test generic managerial competencies using
the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. A Pre-entry
certificate obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is required
for all SMS applicants for Public Service Act positions in the NPA (SMS preentry certificate to be submitted prior to appointment). NPA Act appointments
are exempted from the pre-entry certificate requirement. This is a Public
Service specific training programme.

The name of the course is Certificate for
entry into the SMS. The full details can be sourced from the link
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/..
Applicants are advised that from 1 January 2021 a new application form for
employment (Z83) is in use. The new application for employment form can be
downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies. From 1 January 2021 should an
application be received using the incorrect (old) application for employment
(Z83), it will not be considered. NB! Applicants who are successful must please
note that the npa is not in a position to pay resettlement costs. NB! All
employees considered for appointment to the Investigating Directorate Against
Corruption will be subject to a lifestyle audit and integrity vetting

POST 41/120 : PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Asset Forfeiture Unit
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07), (excluding benefits)
CENTRE : Pretoria: Head Office Ref No: Recruit 2025/570
Mthatha Ref No: Recruit 2025/571
Polokwane Ref No: Recruit 2025/572

REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 and secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification. Minimum three
years’ experience in rendering support to senior management. Demonstrable
competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with
Credibility. General computer literacy. Language skills and ability to
communicate well with people at different levels and from different background.
Good telephone etiquette and above average planning and organizing skills.
Good people skills. High level of reliability. Written communication skills. Ability
to conduct legal research. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Ability to identify
and handle confidential matters, and to keep confidential matters as such.
Good grooming, presentation, and professionalism. Knowledge of the relevant
legislations, policies, prescripts, and procedures applicable in the public sector.

DUTIES : Receive telephone calls and refer the calls to the correct role player if not meant
for the relevant manager. Record appointments and events in the diary of the
manager. Type documents for the Regional Head and other staff within the unit.
Provide high level secretarial, administration support and perform a personal
assistant service to the Regional Head. Draft routine correspondences and
reports. Operates office equipment like fax machines and photocopiers. Make
travel and logistical arrangements for meetings and events. Take minutes
during meetings and prepare same for signature in advance. Develop and
maintain an accessible and user-friendly filing system. Prepare travel
documentation and coordinate bookings for international travel for all AFU staff.
Handle procurement of standard items such as stationery and refreshments.
Liaise with relevant stakeholders with regards to al matters pertaining to
administrative functions. Set up schedules for meetings and events. Provide
general administration support to the manager and operation staff. Handle the
procurement of standard items like stationary, refreshments for the Manager
and office.

ENQUIRIES : Pretoria: Head Office, Joyce Marogoa Tel No: (012) 845 6700
Mthatha & Polokwane, Lindie Swanepoel Tel No: (012) 845 6638
APPLICATIONS : Pretoria: Head Office e mail: Recruit2025570@npa.gov.za
Mthatha e mail: Recruit2025571@npa.gov.za
Polokwane e mail: Recruit2025572@npa.gov.za