Secretary: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026
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Salary rate
How much does a Secretary make in South Africa?
R 326 151/ Annual
Based on 7688 salaries
Based on 7688 salaries
The average Secretary in South Africa is R 326 151 per year or R 167 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 222 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 2 733 600 per year.
MedianR 326 151

LowR 222 000
HighR 2 733 600
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Senior Secretary
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A candidate with a patent background from Southern Af...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Company Secretary - 5 Year Contract
Gauteng Partnership FundZA Strategy Development and Implementation.Develops and implements the Company Secretariat framework which guides the preparation for managing and recording of meetings.
Develops, executes, reviews and...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
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Company Secretary
Local Government Sector Education and Training AuthorityZA The Company Secretary will be responsible for ensuring that the organisation complies with all relevant statutory requirements, particularly those specified by the Company’s Act.Ensure that board m...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago