South Africa Department of Employment and Labour Opens Applications for 10 Government Jobs
Overview
The South African Department of Employment and Labour has opened applications for 10 government vacancies covering administration, registry services, human resources, labour inspection, client services, statutory services, information and communication and executive leadership. Some vacancies include several posts.
Vacancies closing on 17 August 2026 are a Personnel Officer (ref HR4/4/7/4); Client Service Officer: IES, 2 posts (HR4/4/7/3); BCEA Inspector, 12 posts (HR4/4/7/2); Statutory Services Officer, 7 posts (HR4/4/7/10); Assistant Director: Human Resource Development, 3 posts (HR5/1/2/3/18); Deputy Director: HRD and Performance Management, 2 posts (HR 5/1/2/3/17); Deputy Director: Information and Communication (HR4/26/08/02HO); and Chief Executive Officer (HR4/26/08/01HO). Two vacancies close on 24 August 2026: an Admin Clerk in Auxiliary Services (GAP-PRET-91903840-20260730-2) and a Registry Clerk in the Office of the DG (GAP-PRET-91903840-20260730-1).
Who can apply
Qualification, experience and competency requirements differ between positions, so applicants should read each advertisement. The range runs from entry-level clerical posts to senior management, and is aimed at qualified South Africans building careers in the public service.
How to apply
Applicants complete the prescribed Z83 application form, review the requirements of the specific vacancy, attach the supporting documents requested and make sure the application reaches the department before the closing date. Separate applications are made where appropriate. Vacancies are also published in the Public Service Vacancy Circular of the Department of Public Service and Administration. The department stresses that its services are free, that jobseekers should not be asked to pay to access or apply for these vacancies, and that employment agencies must be registered. It also offers career counselling, including help with CV and interview preparation.
Key dates
Eight vacancies close on 17 August 2026 and two close on 24 August 2026. Applications received after the relevant closing date are not accepted.