Personal Assistant |South African Reserve Bank (SARB) – Gauteng

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Personal Assistant Vacancy at South African Reserve Bank (SARB) – Pretoria | Apply Before 31 July 2026

Company: South African Reserve Bank (SARB)
Position: Personal Assistant
Job Identification: 1750
Department: National Payment System (NPS)
Job Category: Administration
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Work Schedule: Day Shift
Location: Head Office, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 plus Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 5)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years in a corporate Personal Assistant or Executive Assistant role
Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026

About the South African Reserve Bank

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) is the country’s central bank and is responsible for protecting the value of the South African Rand in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth. Established under Section 224 of the Constitution, SARB operates independently and plays a critical role in maintaining monetary and financial stability.

The Bank’s key responsibilities include:

  • Monetary policy and inflation management.
  • Financial stability oversight.
  • Prudential regulation of banks and financial institutions.
  • Management of South Africa’s foreign exchange and gold reserves.
  • Regulation of cross-border financial transactions.
  • Oversight of the National Payment System.
  • Production and issuance of South African banknotes and coins.
  • Economic research and publication of national financial statistics.

Working at SARB provides employees with an opportunity to contribute to one of South Africa’s most important public institutions while enjoying a professional, ethical and high-performance work environment.

About the National Payment System (NPS)

The National Payment System (NPS) is responsible for ensuring that money moves safely and efficiently throughout South Africa. It enables millions of daily financial transactions through payment methods such as:

  • Electronic Funds Transfers (EFTs)
  • Debit orders
  • Credit orders
  • Credit and debit card transactions
  • Cheques
  • Interbank settlements

As the country’s central bank, SARB manages and oversees the settlement infrastructure that supports the entire South African banking sector.

Job Purpose

The Personal Assistant will provide comprehensive executive and administrative support to the Divisional Head and senior management within the National Payment System division. The successful candidate will coordinate executive schedules, manage confidential information, prepare official documentation and ensure the smooth running of daily administrative operations.

This position requires an organised, proactive and highly professional individual capable of working with senior executives while maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

  • Manage executive calendars, appointments and daily schedules.
  • Coordinate domestic travel arrangements and logistics.
  • Organise meetings, workshops and executive events.
  • Ensure committee submissions are completed accurately and submitted before deadlines.
  • Receive, screen and redirect incoming telephone calls professionally.
  • Respond to routine enquiries using sound judgement.
  • Prepare executive correspondence, reports, presentations and briefing documents.
  • Edit business documents for grammar, formatting and accuracy.
  • Conduct basic research and information gathering when preparing reports.
  • Register and maintain all incoming and outgoing correspondence according to SARB’s File Plan.
  • Maintain electronic and manual filing systems.
  • Develop and maintain departmental contact databases.
  • Coordinate project information on behalf of senior management.
  • Improve administrative systems and office procedures.
  • Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Distribute official memorandums, circulars and departmental communications.
  • Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding sensitive organisational information.
  • Perform additional administrative duties as requested by management.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must possess:

  • Grade 12 (Matric).
  • Secretarial Diploma or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 5.
  • Minimum of five years’ experience providing executive or corporate personal assistant support.

Knowledge and Technical Skills

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of:

  • Executive office administration.
  • Corporate governance processes.
  • Administrative and clerical procedures.
  • Records management and document filing.
  • Event planning and coordination.
  • Business communication.
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
  • Calendar and diary management.
  • Professional telephone etiquette.

Essential Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organisational abilities.
  • Exceptional planning and coordination skills.
  • Time management skills.
  • Excellent typing speed and accuracy.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Professionalism and integrity.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality.
  • Ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
  • Initiative and proactive thinking.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility to work outside normal office hours when required.

Why Join SARB?

Employees at the South African Reserve Bank benefit from:

  • Working for one of South Africa’s most respected institutions.
  • Exposure to executive-level operations.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Stable employment with a reputable employer.
  • A collaborative and ethical working environment.
  • Meaningful work that contributes to South Africa’s financial system and economic stability.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for experienced:

  • Personal Assistants
  • Executive Assistants
  • Executive Secretaries
  • Office Administrators
  • Senior Administrative Officers
  • Corporate Administrators

who have experience supporting senior executives within large organisations.

Application Details

Employer: South African Reserve Bank (SARB)
Job Title: Personal Assistant
Job ID: 1750
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Ensure your application is submitted before the closing date.

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