DBE Senior Administration Clerk: Pretoria Supply Chain Support Vacancy
The DBE Senior Administration Clerk vacancy is a Pretoria supply-chain support role paying R237,453 a year at level 5. Applications close on 6 November 2026. A Senior Certificate or equivalent is required, together with the advertised financial and supply-chain knowledge.
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DBE Senior Administration Clerk: key details
- Employer: Department of Basic Education
- Advertised centre: Pretoria
- Reference: DBE/79/2026
- Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
- Closing date: 6 November 2026; no time stated
- Official entry: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/07
Requirements and advantages
Required qualifications, knowledge and skills
- Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and applicable supply-chain policies and procedures.
- Computer literacy in Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Administrative accuracy, record-keeping, planning, problem-solving, communication and client-relations skills.
The notice does not specify a minimum number of years of experience. That does not waive its knowledge and competency requirements.
What the role involves
The practical focus is checking what arrives against what was ordered. The clerk must identify quantity or specification differences, record them and help resolve them with the appropriate stakeholders. Stock monitoring also includes recognising damaged, obsolete or slow-moving items rather than only recording new deliveries.
- Check deliveries against purchase orders, specifications and quantities.
- Record and resolve discrepancies with the relevant parties.
- Monitor stock, perform stock counts and reconciliations, and ensure goods are recorded, labelled, stored and controlled.
Salary and appointment information
The official advert lists R237 453 per annum (Level 05). This is an annual salary, not a quoted monthly take-home amount. No separate benefits amount or percentage is provided for this post in the entry. Employment terms remain subject to the employer’s appointment process; this guide does not assume a contract duration that the notice does not state.
Application documents
Complete the new Z83 in full and sign page 2. Initially submit the Z83 and detailed CV only. Certified qualifications and other relevant documents are requested from shortlisted applicants.
The new Z83 must be fully completed, with page 2 signed and the exact post and reference identified. Use of the old form can disqualify an application. Check that the PDF opens and that the CV agrees with the form before submitting.
For general help with the form, read the Reign Gigs Z83 application guide. The employer’s own instructions above take priority, including any online Z83 process, required documents and submission route.
How to apply and the closing deadline
Submit by 6 November 2026. The department does not state a closing time in this notice. Quote DBE/79/2026 and mark the application for Ms N Monyela or Mr M Segowa.
- Email: HR@dbe.gov.za, in PDF format.
- Post: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001.
- Hand delivery: Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
The application must reach the employer through an accepted route. Do not send a CV or identity documents to Reign Gigs or leave them in article comments.
Selection, enquiries and preparation
Shortlisted candidates face practical and integrity assessments and suitability checks. Appointment is subject to a positive security-clearance result.
Use examples of checking quantities, maintaining a register or resolving a delivery discrepancy where you have them. Do not describe this clerical post as authority to award procurement contracts.
For vacancy enquiries: Ms N Monyela: 012 357 3294; or Mr M Segowa: 012 357 4291.
The department’s employment-equity and suitability requirements apply. The selected candidate must sign a performance agreement and comply with the stated financial-interest and security-clearance requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection.
Frequently asked questions
Is a supply-chain diploma compulsory?
The advertised education requirement is a Senior Certificate or equivalent. A diploma is not listed as compulsory for DBE/79/2026.
Does the advert specify experience?
It does not state a minimum number of years. It does specify financial, procurement, computer and administrative knowledge and skills.
Does the clerk award contracts?
The listed work concerns goods receipt, stock control, checks and records. Do not confuse it with the separately advertised management or bid-administration roles.
Why is the salary level 5 despite the title?
The official entry calls the position Senior Administration Clerk and lists R237,453 per annum at level 5. Use the published details rather than inferring a different salary level from the title.
Which reference belongs on the application?
Use DBE/79/2026. The Senior Secretary vacancy has a different reference and duty set.
Official source and independent publisher disclosure
Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/07, printed page(s) 9. Department application instructions: printed page(s) 5. The circular was issued on 23 October 2026; source details were verified on 24 October 2026. Recheck the official notice for amendments before applying.
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