Department of Defence Entry level
Department of Defence Entry level Jobs
Role Overview
The Department of Defence is offering Administrative/Clerk positions to support daily office operations within the department. The role involves performing general administrative duties such as managing correspondence, maintaining records and filing systems, capturing data, and assisting with office coordination tasks. Successful candidates will contribute to ensuring efficient and organised administrative processes while gaining valuable experience in a structured government environment.
Job level: Grade 12 / Junior / Entry level SA Government Jobs
The following Entry Level Job opportunities are open for applications:
Reference No: AFBHSPT/02/08/26/02
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Location: AFB Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Requirements: Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special requirements (Skills needed): Good communication (verbal/written) and Interpersonal skills. Computer literate and numerical skills
Duties: Ensure the performance of high clerical tasks in support of the provisioning Administration Officers at e.g. Logistic/Supply Support. Tasks will include the preserving, storing and maintaining of certain military items, making arrangements for the maintenance of stock by experts, keeping data registers up to date iro stock received, issued and not issued. Render assistance during stocktaking and assist with the securing and keeping of warehouse/stores neat. Must do follow up actions on demands outstanding, assist with the updating of provisioning parameters on all ICN’s, must assist with the scrutinising and printing of all PA’s, must be able to do demand and purchasing as per PA’s, assist in the disposal and safe guarding of stores, must give feedback of all relevant stats required, determine future stock levels. Also responsible for binning and cleaning of stores, issuing and receiving of stores, must evaluate and determine requirements concerning the operational readiness of the Base or any Section thereof, must do stock taking of stores.
Reference No: AFBMKD/02/08/26/02
Location: AFB Makado, Limpopo
Duties: Ensure the performance of high clerical tasks in support of the provisioning Administration Officers at e.g. Logistic/Supply Support. Tasks will include the preserving, storing and maintaining of certain military items, making arrangements for the maintenance of stock by experts, keeping data registers up to date iro stock received, issued and not issued. Render assistance during stocktaking and assist with the securing and keeping of warehouse/stores neat. Must do follow up actions on demands outstanding, assist with the updating of provisioning parameters on all ICN’s, must assist with the scrutinising and printing of all PA’s, must be able to do demand and purchasing as per PA’s, assist in the disposal and safe guarding of stores, must give feedback of all relevant stats required, determine future stock levels. Also responsible for binning and cleaning of stores, issuing and receiving of stores, must evaluate 16 and determine requirements concerning the operational readiness of the Base or any Section thereof, must do stock taking of stores.
Reference No: AFBMKD/02/08/26/03
Location: AFB Makhado, Limpopo
Requirements: Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No experience. Special requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Typing skills. Knowledge in management. Language proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as well as problem solving Skills. Excellent interpersonal Skills. Sound Organisational skills. High level of reliability. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Good people skills. Ability to do research and analyse documents and situations.
Duties: Maintaining of proper record management guidelines, procedures and practices to support DOD record-keeping requirements. Identify and review all current recordkeeping and records management procedures. Continuous review of procedures. The management of Records Classification Systems (ie DOD Correspondence File Plan, record retention schedules). Administer clients' requests for amendments and additions to records classification systems. Answer enquiries with the correct use of file references. Execute all administrative tasks with the maintenance of the records classification systems. Maintain and update the paper-based master copy of the records classification systems by adding additions and amendments when necessary. Ensure that the electronic version and the paper-based version of the records classification systems are always synchronized.
Reference No: AFBBSPT/02/08/26/02
Location: AFB Bloemspruit, Bloemfontein
Requirements: Grade 12 (NQF L4) or equivalent. No Experience. Special requirements (skills needed): Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Typing skills. Language proficiency in English (written and verbal). Analytical and innovative thinking as well as problem solving skills. Excellent Interpersonal Skills. Sound
Key Responsibilities
In this role, your responsibilities will include performing assigned tasks accurately and efficiently under supervision, while following workplace procedures and safety protocols. Communicating effectively with team members and supervisors is a key requirement, along with maintaining a clean and organised work environment and learning new skills.
Entry Requirements
A National Senior Certificate (matric) or equivalent qualification and South African citizenship with a valid ID document. Good communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to follow instructions and work under supervision in a team environment.
Listing Source
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About Department of Defence Entry level
This matric job is offered by Department of Defence Entry level, based in Pretoria.
Why This Is Good for Starters
This opportunity at Department of Defence Entry level is specifically designed for candidates with a matric certificate — no degree or diploma required. In South Africa, where youth unemployment exceeds 45%, positions like these provide a critical entry point into the formal economy. You will gain practical work experience, develop professional skills, and build a track record that opens doors to future opportunities. Many successful professionals started with exactly this kind of role.
CV Tips for This Application
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Application Checklist
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply with matric only?
Check the requirements section above for education requirements.
Do I need experience?
This appears to be suitable for candidates with little or no experience.
Can I apply if I live in another province?
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What happens after I apply?
After submitting your application, the employer will review it. If shortlisted, you may be contacted for an interview. Response times vary by employer.
Is this matric job paid?
Yes, this opportunity offers: R228321
When is the closing date and what if I miss it?
No closing date specified. Apply as soon as possible as positions may fill quickly.
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