Exciting Administration and Senior Administration Officer Opportunities at Department of Community Safety and Transport Management

The North West Province Department of Community Safety and Transport Management invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for a range of Administration Officer and Senior Administration Officer positions across various directorates and locations. These posts offer an excellent opportunity to contribute to the effective monitoring, oversight, strategic planning, research, and crime prevention efforts within the province. The department is looking for individuals with strong administrative skills, a sound understanding of public service legislation and policies, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

 Positions with the number of posts available for each:

  • Administration Officer (5 posts)
  • Administration Officer: Planning (1 post)
  • Administration Officer: Research (1 post)
  • Admin Officer: Crime Prevention (1 post)
  • Senior Administration Officer (3 posts)
  • Senior Admin Officer: Crime Prevention Partnerships (4 posts)

Candidates must meet the specific qualification and experience requirements outlined for each post, including relevant diplomas or degrees and valid driver’s licenses where applicable. The successful applicants will provide essential support in areas such as record keeping, report writing, stakeholder liaison, project management, and community engagement. Interested individuals are encouraged to submit complete applications before the closing date to be considered for these vital roles in enhancing community safety and transport management in the North West Province.

Administration Office (5 posts)
  • Position: Administration Officer
  • Reference Number: 64/2025/26
  • Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 7)
  • Directorate: Monitoring And Oversight
  • Centre: DR Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Bojanala, DR Kenneth Kaunda

REQUIREMENTS:
Grade (12) certificate or equivalent plus three (3) years National Diploma in Public Administration/Administration/Public Management. Valid Code EB (08) Driving License. No experience required. Knowledge: Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Act. South African Police Services (SAPS) Act. Independent Police Investigative Directorate Act. SAPS Transformation Policies. National Crime Prevention Strategy. Performance and Human Resource Management Policies, intensive administrative skills and understanding reporting procedure and Departmental mandate. Skills: Computer literacy. Monitoring and Oversight. Conflict Management skills. Communication skills (verbal and written). Organizing and planning. Report writing. Initiative and good interpersonal relationship. Ability to work under pressure and long hours. Ability to interpret policies. Ability to function independently and as a team. Problem solving skills and decision making. Project skills.

DUTIES:
Provide administration to the sub-directorate. Record, organize, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data line function. Update registers and statistics. Handle routine enquiries. Make photocopies and receive or send facsimiles. Distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders as required. Keep and maintain the filing system for the component. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of goods and services. Obtain quotations, complete procurement forms for the purchasing of standard office items. Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component by maintaining a leave register for the component. Keep and maintain personnel records in the component. Keep and maintain the attendance register of the component. Arrange travelling and accommodation.

ENQUIRIES: Ms D. Letsapa, Tel. Nr 018 200 8091/2
APPLICATIONS: E-Mail address: [email protected]


Administration Officer: Planning  (1 post)
  • Position: Administration Officer: Planning
  • Reference Number: 65/2025/26
  • Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 7)
  • Directorate: Strategy And Planning
  • Centre: Head Office – Mahikeng

REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 6/7) qualification in Public Administration/Management or related qualification as recognised by SAQA). No experience required. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA and Public Finance Regulations. Sound knowledge of frameworks and policies governing strategic planning, monitoring & Evaluation. Skills: Planning and Organizing, Analytical, Report writing, Presentation, Communication and Good Interpersonal relations skills. Computer Literacy. Ability to work on tight deadlines and under pressure.

DUTIES:
Provide support in the development of the Departmental Annual Performance Plan, Operational Plan and Standard Operating Procedures in line with National and Provincial Planning Frameworks. Participate in the development of strategic planning templates and distribute templates required. Maintain a records and filing system for strategic planning information including distribution of approved departmental plans. Assist with arranging and facilitation of strategic planning sessions. Provide general administrative support and provide secretarial support during planning meetings.

ENQUIRIES: Ms. K Menoe Tel: 018 200 8059
APPLICATIONS: E-Mail address: [email protected]


Administration Officer: Research  (1 post)
  • Position: Administration Officer: Research
  • Reference Number: 66/2025/26
  • Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 7)
  • Directorate: Strategy And Planning
  • Centre: Head Office – Mahikeng

REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent. National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 6/7) qualification in Public Administration/Management/Statistics/Research/ Monitoring and Evaluation as recognised by SAQA). No experience required. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA and Public Finance Regulations. Understanding of Research Methodology and analytical skills. Skills: Computer Literacy (Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Statistical Software such as SPSS). Communication (verbal & Written), Interpersonal, Presentation and Report Writing skills. Ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel and work long hours as required.

DUTIES:
Support development and implementation of research systems in the department. Assist with development and review of departmental research policy. Assist with conducting research, data collection and fieldwork. Information retrieval and data capturing. Office Administration and filing. Provide general administrative support for research projects and provide secretarial support during research meetings, and related sessions.

ENQUIRIES: Ms. K Menoe Tel: 018 200 8059
APPLICATIONS: E-Mail address: [email protected]


Admin Officer: Crime Prevention  (1 post)
  • Position: Admin Officer: Crime Prevention
  • Reference Number: 67/2025/26
  • Salary: R294,321 per annum (Level 7)
  • Directorate: Chief Directorate: Provincial Secretariat for Police Service, Crime Prevention Partnerships
  • Centre: Bojanala District

REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent and three (3) year National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration /Administration or any related equivalent qualification. No experience required. Valid Code EB (08) Driver`s License. Knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations. Understanding of Public Financial Management Act. Knowledge of Public Service Code of Conduct. Knowledge and understanding of basic procurement processes Skills: Administration. Coordination and facilitation. Negotiation and resource mobilization. Interpersonal and Report writing. Good verbal and written communication. Computer literacy (Microsoft, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to function independently and as a team. Problem solving skills. Conflict management skills.

DUTIES:
Provide administrative support to the Sub-Directorate. Attend to the Procurement processes for the Sub-Directorate. Manage all allocated resources. Compile minutes and reports. Manage key performance responsibilities of the managed.

ENQUIRIES: Ms. KF Nchoe, Tel. 018 200 8096/8097
APPLICATIONS: E-Mail address: [email protected]


Senior Administration Officer (3 posts)
  • Position: Senior Administration Officer
  • Reference Number: 61/2025/26
  • Salary: R397,116 per annum (Level 8)
  • Directorate: Monitoring and Oversight
  • Centre: DR Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Bojanala, DR Kenneth Kaunda

REQUIREMENTS:
Grade (12) certificate or equivalent plus three (3) years National Diploma/Degree in Law, Para Legal, Administration/Management. Two (2) to Five (5) years relevant working experience in relevant work environment within monitoring and oversight environment. Valid Code EB (08) Driving License. Knowledge: Civilian Secretariat for Police Service Act. South African Police Services (SAPS) Act. Independent Police Investigative Directorate Act. SAPS Transformation Policies. National Crime Prevention Strategy/Integrated Crime and Violence Prevention Strategy (ICVPS). Performance and Human Resource Management Policies, intensive administrative skills and understanding reporting procedure and Departmental mandate. Skills: Computer literacy. Monitoring and Oversight. Conflict Management skills. Communication skills (verbal and written). Organizing and planning. Report writing. Initiative and good interpersonal relationship. Ability to work under pressure and long hours. Ability to interpret policies. Ability to function independently and as a team. Problem solving skills and decision making. Project skills.

DUTIES:
Provide administration to the sub-directorate. Record, organize, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data line function. Update registers and statistics. Arrange travelling and accommodation. Assist in the development and planning of M&E Projects. Assist in designing and development of tools and guidelines for monitoring and oversight programme. Assist in piloting of M&E tools, recommend challenges in the review of the tool. Assist during the collection of data and source documents at Police Stations, Districts and Provincial Offices as well as SAPS Specialised Units. Capture and Analyse data. Compile individual site reports and provide oversight feedback and recommendations to the SAPS. Provide support in the implementation of special projects as identified by the Minister, Secretary of Police, Head of Provincial Secretary/Head of Department and Member of the Executive Committee. Manage key performance responsibilities of the managed.

ENQUIRIES: Ms D. Letsapa, Tel. Nr 018 200 8091/2
APPLICATIONS: E-Mail address: [email protected]


Senior Admin Officer: Crime Prevention Partnerships (4 posts)
  • Position: Senior Admin Officer: Crime Prevention Partnerships
  • Reference Number: 62/2025/26
  • Salary: R397,116 per annum (Level 8)
  • Directorate: Crime Prevention Partnerships
  • Centre: Bojanala, DR Kenneth Kaunda, DR Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Ngaka Modiri Molema

REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent and three (3) year National Diploma/Degree in Social Science /Community Development. Two (2) to Five (5) years relevant working experience in relevant work environment within Crime Prevention Partnership or safety and security. Valid Code EB (08) Driver`s License. Knowledge: Knowledge and Understanding of the National Crime Prevention Strategy. Knowledge of the SAPS Act. Knowledge of the Civilian Secretariat Act. Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations. Understanding of Public Financial Management Act. Knowledge of Safety Management. Public Service Code of Conduct. Skills: Community Mobilisation. Coordination and facilitation. Negotiation and resource mobilization. Interpersonal skills and Report writing. Programme and project management skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Basic research and data analysis skills. Ability to interpret policies. Facilitation and Good presentation skills. Good verbal and written communication. Computer literacy (Internet, Microsoft, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to function independently and as a team. Willingness to travel and work irregular hours. Problem-solving skills and decision making. Conflict management skills.

DUTIES:
Mobilise Communities against Crime. Establish and promote crime prevention partnerships. Promote community police relations. Administer assessment tools. Analyse and interpret data. Compile assessment reports. Manage key performance responsibilities of the managed.

ENQUIRIES: Ms. KF Nchoe, Tel. Nr 018 200 8096/8097
APPLICATIONS: E-Mail address: [email protected]

APPLICATIONS AND CLOSING DATE:

The Head of Department, Department of Community Safety and Transport Management, Private Bag X19, MMABATHO, 2735
Office No. 105, 1st Floor, Tirelo Building, Cnr Albert Luthuli Drive and Dr. James Moroka Drive, for Attention: Kegomoditswe Makaota (Office No. 018 200 8258) or email to the relevant e-mail address associated with the post applied for.

CLOSING DATE: 24 October 2025
(Posted, Handed and E-mailed Applications must have reached The Department by 16h30 pm Walk-in and 00h00 Midnight online, as a rule not be accepted).

NOTE: On the Subject Line of your E-mail, Indicate the Correct Job Title and the Reference number of the post. All applications must be emailed to the correct indicated email address. All attachments for Online Submission must include Only Z83 Form and an Updated Curriculum Vitae in PDF Format and be emailed to the correct email address, as one document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified.

Compliance Note: Applications must be submitted on the improved Z83, approved to be utilized with effect 01 January 2021, which must be completed in such a manner that provides sufficient information about your candidature and the post applied for by completing all relevant fields. The declaration must be signed and initials on the second page are not mandatory. Should the applicant/s use incorrect application form for employment (Z83), or not compliant to the notes, the application/s will not be considered for selection purposes (disqualified).

The Z83 must be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae with at least three (3) names of referees with current contact details. Subjects of relevant qualification/s should be mentioned in the CV. Completion of the Z83 form: Part A: All fields must be fully completed. Part B: Date of birth and ID number are compulsory and other fields may be left blank, marked as not relevant, and use dashes or N/A if they do not apply to you or the position applied for and as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information.

Part C, D, E, F and G may be left blank, marked as not relevant, and use dashes or N/A if they do not apply to you or the position applied for and as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information, however question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F is compulsory for applicants seeking re-employment into the Public Service. Applicants do not have to submit copies/proof/certificates/attachments/drivers licence/qualifications on application. Only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interviews.

The employment application form (Z83) is obtainable at any National or Provincial Department, and it is accessible on the DPSA website: www.dpsa.gov.za. Failure to submit or comply with the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.

Should the applicant fail to submit or not comply with the requested documents, or not meet minimum requirements of the job as per the post advertised, this will result in the employment application not being considered. Qualifications of shortlisted candidates will be verified with SAQA. Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish this Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Positions requiring tertiary qualification/s must be accompanied by copies of academic record/transcript(s).

Candidates must indicate the number of the post/reference number in their applications. Candidates requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their queries to the person reflected as enquiries below the post applied for.

Applications should be forwarded in time to the department since applications received after the closing date indicated below will as a rule not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department.

The Department reserves the right not to make appointments and correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Personnel suitability check records will be conducted. Applicants must disclose if she/he is not a Director/Shareholder of a company or conducting any business with organ of State. They must also disclose or inform whether he/she is performing any additional remunerative work outside his/her normal duties.

All appointments are subjected to a positive qualification’s verification as well as security clearance. SMS appointments are also subjected to SMS competency assessment as a DPSA requirement. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts and positions with requisite skills will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job.

Applicants who do not possess SMS Pre-Entry Certificate shall be considered for shortlisting and interviews but cannot be appointed before they successfully obtain the certificate. (SMS Pre-Entry Programme) is offered by the National School of Government. Information can be accessed via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za. The appointee to SMS post must be in possession of such, prior to taking up the post.

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