Jobs · North West · South African Police Service
Administration Clerk
Closes Friday 6 November 2026 at 16:00
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Administration clerk post (2 posts) at the North West Provincial Office of the South African Police Service in Potchefstroom. Suits people with Grade 12 and good computer and communication skills.
- The job involves handling correspondence and files, logistics, spreadsheets and databases, phone calls and complaints, and basic financial and human resources administration.
- You must have Grade 12, Senior Certificate or NCV Level 4, or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA.
- You must be proficient in English and at least one other official language, and be a South African citizen. Proof of citizenship must be shown on the day of the interview.
- Computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint are required. Strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills are also needed.
- A relevant three-year diploma or degree (NQF level 6 or higher) and relevant courses are an added advantage.
- The post is based in Potchefstroom, North West. Applications can be posted to Private Bag X801, Potchefstroom, 2531, delivered to Wespol Square, Potchefstroom, or emailed to rampaiam@saps.gov.za or DikaneK@saps.gov.za.
- The closing date is not stated in the text.
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Requirements
- Applicants must display competency in the core functions of the post.
- Be proficient in at least English and one other official language.
- Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview.
- Be in possession of Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 or equivalent qualification (NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA).
- An applicable three (3) year Diploma / Degree (NQF level 6 or higher as recognized by SAQA) as well as relevant courses in the field of the post will serve as an added advantage.
- Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:
- General computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, MS Outlook).
- Demonstrate competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong planning, organizing, administrative and problem-solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Customer focus and responsiveness.
- Be willing to work under pressure and extended hours.
Duties
- Administer correspondence and files.
- Administer logistical matters.
- File documents and correspondence.
- Create and maintain spread sheets / databases.
- Answer phones, address challenges / complaints (where possible) and communicate to management.
- Render financial administrative support.
- Render administrative duties pertaining to human resources regarding personnel services related function.
- Maintain high level of discipline and adhere to the South African Police Service Code of Conduct.
- Enhance police professionalism and deliver professional Police Services.
How to apply
Direct your application to the following addresses: Postal Address: Private Bag X801, Potchefstroom,2531 OR Physical Address: No 123 Corner Peter Mokaba and Nelson Mandela Road, Wespol Square, Potchefstroom, 2531 or rampaiam@saps.gov.za / DikaneK@saps.gov.za
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Enquiries
Capt Morake / HRCS Rampai / HRC Dikane Tel No: (018) 229 7320 / 7194 / 7126
Notes from the department
- Applications must be submitted on a Z83 Form (2021 version), obtainable from http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp, which must be accompanied with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
- The post particulars and reference number of the post you are applying for, must be correctly specified on the application form.
- Please complete a separate application form for each post you wish to apply for.
- It is the responsibility of the applicants to submit applications timeously to the correct physical address as provided in the advertisement.
- Please note that applications submitted to an incorrect physical address will not be considered.
- Late applications will not be accepted or considered.
- Short-listed candidates will be required to produce originals of their Identity Document (ID), Senior Certificate and all educational qualifications obtained, service certificates from previous employers stating the occupation and motor vehicle driver’s license, before the interview.
- Qualifications and driver’s licences submitted will be subjected to verification with the relevant institutions.
- Applicants must have no previous criminal convictions or pending criminal/ departmental cases and shall allow their fingerprints to be taken and background enquiries to be made.
- Short-listed candidates may be subjected to a full security clearance process before or during any stage of employment.
- Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a vetting process which will include security screening, fingerprint screening, reference checking and verification of address, where necessary.
- All short-listed candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, (a) a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, as well as (b) an integrity assessment (ethical conduct).
- Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
- Short-listed candidates for appointments to certain identified posts will be vetted in terms of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act, 2007 (Act No 32 of 2007) and the Children’s Act, 2005 (Act No 38 of 2005).
- A candidate whose particulars appear in either the National Register for Sex Offenders or Part B of the Child Protection Register, will be disqualified from appointment.
- Candidates are expected to disclose if he/ she is a respondent in an interim or final protection order in terms of the Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act no 116 of 1998) or Protection from Harassment Act, 2011 (Act No 17 of 2011), and may be disqualified from appointment.
- The Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act, Act 37 of 2013 requires that all new appointments in the South African Police Service as from 31 January 2015 provide a buccal (inside cheek) sample to determine their forensic DNA profile.
- The forensic DNA profile derived from the sample will be loaded to the Elimination Index of the National Forensic DNA Database.
- Appointments will be made in terms of the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act No 103 of 1994) as applicable to the post environment.
- Persons who retired from the Public Service by taking a severance package, early retirement or medical retirement, as well as persons with previous convictions, are excluded.
- The South African Police Service is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and it is the intention to promote representivity in the Public Service through the filling of these posts.
- Persons whose transfer/ appointment will promote representivity will therefore receive preference.
- The South African Police Service is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof.
- Correspondence will be conducted with successful candidates only.
- If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 426 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/572: ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: NW POCC 05/10/2026 (X2 POSTS) SALARY: R237 453 per annum (Level 05) CENTRE: North West: Provincial OCC: Potchefstroom REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must display competency in the core functions of the post. Be proficient in at least English and one other official language. Be a citizen of the Republic of South Africa of which documentary proof must be furnished on the day of the interview. Be in possession of Grade 12 / Senior Certificate / NCV Level 4 or equivalent qualification (NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA). An applicable three (3) year Diploma / Degree (NQF level 6 or higher as recognized by SAQA) as well as relevant courses in the field of the post will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies: General computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Power Point, MS Outlook). Demonstrate competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. Good verbal and written communication skills. Strong planning, organizing, administrative and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Customer focus and responsiveness. Be willing to work under pressure and extended hours. DUTIES: Administer correspondence and files. Administer logistical matters. File documents and correspondence. Create and maintain spread sheets / databases. Answer phones, address challenges / complaints (where possible) and communicate to management. Render financial administrative support. Render administrative duties pertaining to human resources regarding personnel services related function. Maintain high level of discipline and adhere to the South African Police Service Code of Conduct. Enhance police professionalism and deliver professional Police Services. ENQUIRIES: Capt Morake / HRCS Rampai / HRC Dikane Tel No: (018) 229 7320 / 7194 / 7126 APPLICATIONS: Direct your application to the following addresses: Postal Address: Private Bag X801, Potchefstroom,2531 OR Physical Address: No 123 Corner Peter Mokaba and Nelson Mandela Road, Wespol Square, Potchefstroom, 2531 or rampaiam@saps.gov.za / DikaneK@saps.gov.za