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Administrator – Management Support (PSISD) at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB)

Company: South African Reserve Bank (SARB)
Position: Administrator – Management Support (PSISD)
Job ID: 1746
Job Category: Administration
Location: Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
Qualification Required: Higher Certificate (NQF 5) or equivalent
Experience Required: 1–3 years
Closing Date: 29 July 2026

About the Role

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is inviting applications for an Administrator – Management Support (PSISD) position at its Head Office in Pretoria. This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced administrative professionals to contribute to one of South Africa’s most respected institutions while supporting governance, compliance, financial administration, and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative support to departmental operations, ensuring that business processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with SARB policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

The successful applicant will be expected to:

General Administration

Provide day-to-day administrative support to the department.
Manage correspondence, filing systems, and document control.
Prepare reports, letters, presentations, and official documents.
Capture and maintain accurate records and databases.
Process documents, formatting and typing as required.
Maintain departmental records and archives.

Financial Administration

Support the department with financial administration by:

Processing supplier invoices.
Assisting with departmental budgets.
Obtaining vendor information.
Processing payments.
Monitoring expenditure.
Procuring goods and services according to SARB procurement policies.
Ensuring payment documentation is submitted accurately and on time.

Governance, Risk and Compliance

Assist with administration relating to:

Risk management activities.
Compliance monitoring.
Internal audits.
Business continuity planning.
Ethics administration.
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA).
State of control reporting.

Publications and Communication

Prepare and distribute departmental publications.
Coordinate marketing materials.
Assist with Government Gazette publications.
Update website content.
Maintain authorised signatory records.
Manage delegations of authority documentation.

Meetings, Events and Facilities

Coordinate meetings and workshops.
Arrange training sessions.
Assist with event planning.
Support facilities management.
Prepare meeting packs and documentation.
Record minutes where required.

Stakeholder Support

Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders.
Respond to administrative enquiries.
Support departmental projects.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess:

A Higher Certificate (NQF Level 5) in:
- Administration
- Governance
- Risk and Compliance
- Records Management
- or an equivalent qualification.
Between 1 and 3 years’ experience in a management support or administration environment.

Knowledge Required

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of:

Administration strategy and planning
Governance principles
Risk management
Compliance management
Business continuity planning
Records and information management
Quality assurance
Cost administration
Inventory management
Administration reporting
Continuous improvement
Organisational and business awareness

Skills and Competencies

SARB is looking for candidates who possess:

Excellent administrative skills
Strong organisational abilities
High attention to detail
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Computer literacy
Professional work ethic
Ability to work independently
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Customer and stakeholder service orientation
Willingness to learn and adapt

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is suitable for candidates who have experience working as:

Administrative Officer
Administrative Assistant
Office Administrator
Management Support Officer
Records Administrator
Compliance Administrator
Governance Administrator
Executive Support Administrator
Office Coordinator

Benefits of Working at SARB

Working at the South African Reserve Bank provides:

Competitive salary and employee benefits
Stable employment within South Africa’s central bank
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning
Exposure to governance, compliance, and financial administration
Collaborative and inclusive work environment
Career progression opportunities
Experience within a highly respected public institution

About the South African Reserve Bank

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is the central bank of South Africa, established to protect the value of the country’s currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth.

The Bank’s responsibilities include:

Monetary Policy
Financial Stability
Prudential Regulation
Financial Markets
Financial Surveillance
National Payment System oversight
Economic Statistics
Financial and Economic Research
Issuing and managing South Africa’s banknotes and coins

Why This Position Stands Out

This position offers more than routine office administration. The successful candidate will gain valuable exposure to governance, regulatory compliance, financial administration, business continuity planning, procurement processes, risk management, and strategic departmental operations within one of South Africa’s most prestigious financial institutions. It is an excellent career opportunity for professionals looking to advance into senior administration, governance, compliance, or management support roles.

Application Closing Date

Closing Date: 29 July 2026

Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.

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