Free State Department of Education: Apply Now for Administrative and Support Positions

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The Free State Department of Education invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for various positions within the MEC Administrative Support Sub Directorate. Applicants must meet the specified qualifications and requirements, and are encouraged to submit their applications by the closing date of 22 October 2025.

Available Positions:

  • Administrative Support Officer
  • Registry Clerk
  • Driver/Messenger
  • Food Service Aid

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OFFICER
REF NO: PS7/2025/01
MEC Administrative Support Sub Directorate

SALARY: R896,436 – R1,055,958 per annum (Level 11), (All-inclusive annual salary package, of which 30% may be structured according to the individual’s needs). The department will determine the salary notch based on years’ experience post professional registration.
CENTRE: Bloemfontein: MEC Office

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A relevant B Degree or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA (NQF Level 7).
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience post qualification and a valid driver’s license.

DUTIES:

  • Manage the support service of the office.
  • Manage registry counter service.
  • Attend to clients.
  • Manage telephonic and other enquiries received.
  • Manage the receiving and registering of delivered mail/files.
  • Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence.
  • Manage the receiving, sorting, registering, and dispatching of all mail.
  • Distribute notices on registry issues.
  • Render an effective filing and record management service.
  • Open and close files according to the record classification system.
  • File, store, trace (electronically and manually), and retrieve documents and files.
  • Complete index cards for all files.
  • Operate office machines in relation to the registry function.
  • Update register daily.
  • Process documents for archiving and disposal.
  • Be in charge of the driver and manage all driver tasks: collect and deliver documents internally and externally, collect and deliver mail to and from the Post Office, transport employees, collect and deliver office equipment, perform routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle, and report defects timely.
  • Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the vehicle is in optimal condition.
  • Complete all required records and logbooks for the vehicle and goods handled.
  • Manage the food aide service in the office of the MEC.

ENQUIRIES: Mr. Tseeke, Tel No: (051) 404 8411
APPLICATIONS: [email protected]

REGISTRY CLERK
REF NO: PS7/2025/02
MEC Administrative Support Sub Directorate

SALARY: R228,321 – R268,950 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE: MEC: Head Office, Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.

DUTIES:

  • Provide registry counter service.
  • Attend to clients.
  • Handle telephonic and other enquiries received.
  • Receive and register hand-delivered mail/files.
  • Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence.
  • Receive, sort, register, and dispatch all mail.
  • Distribute notices on registry issues.
  • Render an effective filing and record management service.
  • Open and close files according to the record classification system.
  • File, store, trace (electronically and manually), and retrieve documents and files.
  • Complete index cards for all files.
  • Operate office machines in relation to the registry function.
  • Update register daily.
  • Process documents for archiving and disposal.

ENQUIRIES: Mr. Tseeke, Tel No: (051) 404 8411
APPLICATIONS: [email protected]

DRIVER/MESSENGER
REF NO: PS7/2024/03
MEC Administrative Support Sub Directorate

SALARY: R163,680 – R192,810 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE: MEC: Head Office, Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent qualification.
  • Valid driver’s license with PDP.

DUTIES:

  • Collect and deliver documents internally and externally.
  • Collect and deliver mail to and from the Post Office.
  • Transport employees.
  • Collect and deliver office equipment.
  • Perform routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and report defects timely.
  • Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure the vehicle is in optimal condition.
  • Complete all required records and logbooks for the vehicle and goods handled.

ENQUIRIES: Mr. Tseeke, Tel No: (051) 404 8411
APPLICATIONS: [email protected]

FOOD SERVICE AID
REF NO: PS7/2024/04
MEC Administrative Support Sub Directorate

SALARY: R138,486 – R163,131 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE: MEC: Head Office, Bloemfontein

REQUIREMENTS:

  • ABET or equivalent qualification.

DUTIES:

  • Prepare and serve food, snacks, meals, and beverages.
  • Portion and serve food.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
  • Adhere to hygiene and safety standards.
  • Assist with stock control.

ENQUIRIES: Mr. Tseeke, Tel No: (051) 404 8411
APPLICATIONS: [email protected]

CLOSING DATE: 22 October 2025

NOTE: It is the intention to promote representativity in the Department through the filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups, especially people with disabilities, will receive preference. Applicants must apply using the NEW Z83 form, downloadable at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications using the incorrect Z83 form will not be considered. Complete ALL fields on the new Z83 form. Submit a recent, comprehensive CV (max 3 pages) with a complete chronological record of training, experience, competencies, previous employment, and contact details of three referees.

Only shortlisted candidates must submit certified documents. All shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks (criminal records, citizenship, financial records, qualification verification, sexual offenders register, and may need to consent to social media account access). Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Separate applications must be submitted for each vacancy.

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. Applications must be submitted as a single document (max 15MB for emailed applications) to the specified email address for each post or to: The Director: Human Resource Administration, Department of Education, Bloemfontein, 9300 (Old Saambou Building, Ground Floor, corner Charlotte Maxeke and Aliwal Street – Box at Security or Private Bag X20565, Bloemfontein, 9300). Quote the relevant reference number on the Z83 form and envelope. Applicants are responsible for ensuring timely submission.

Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA (proof submitted only if shortlisted). Non-RSA residents/permanent residents must submit proof only if shortlisted. If no appointment notification is received within 4 months of the closing date, assume the application was unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a project/practical exercise. For Level 13 and higher posts, a competency test and pre-entry certificate for Senior Management Services are compulsory. All new public service appointments from 1 July 2006 must be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) to qualify for a medical subsidy. The FSDoE reserves the right not to fill advertised positions.

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