JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR
SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Now Hiring! Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026
Your Opportunity to Build a Career in Public Service
The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting for multiple exciting positions within the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) and Labour Centres nationwide. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or entering the job market for the first time, these vacancies offer a chance to grow your career while serving South Africa.
The Department strongly encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from designated groups, in support of employment equity and transformation.
Don’t Miss the Deadline
🗓 Closing Date: 20 February 2026
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Walk-in applications close at 16:00
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Online/email applications close at 23:59
⛔ Late applications will not be accepted.
Exciting Vacancies Available
✔ Deputy Director: Demand and Acquisition – UIF, Pretoria
💰 Salary: R896 436 per annum
Lead supply chain demand planning and acquisition services in a senior management role.
✔ Assistant Director: Operation Systems Support Services – UIF, Pretoria
💰 Salary: R468 459 per annum
Support and manage critical operational systems and business applications.
✔ Assistant Director: Board Services & Case Management (1-Year Contract)
💰 Salary: R468 459 per annum + 37% benefits
Perfect for professionals with board administration or secretariat experience.
✔ Senior Practitioner: Corporate Governance (Contract)
💰 Salary: R397 116 per annum + 37% benefits
Support governance structures, committees, and board processes.
✔ Senior Practitioner: Records Management
💰 Salary: R397 116 per annum
Manage modern records systems in line with national standards.
✔ Inspector – eQonce Labour Centre
💰 Salary: R325 101 per annum
Play a vital role in enforcing labour legislation and protecting workers’ rights.
✔ Client Service Officer (PES) – Butterworth Labour Centre
💰 Salary: R269 499 per annum
An excellent entry-level opportunity – only Grade 12 required.
✔ Inspector (Multiple Posts)
📍 Vryheid (2 posts) | Durban (1 post)
💰 Salary: R269 499 per annum
✔ Administrative Clerk (2 Posts)
📍 Vryheid | Port Shepstone
💰 Salary: R228 321 per annum
✔ Team Leader: Physical & Information Security – UIF, Pretoria
💰 Salary: R228 321 per annum
Ideal for experienced security professionals with PSIRA Grade B certification.
How to Apply
📄 Submit the following:
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Completed and signed new Z83 form
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Updated CV
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Combine all documents into one PDF file
⚠️ Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified documents. Applications that do not follow instructions will be disqualified.
Before You Apply
✔ Quote the correct reference number
✔ Submit separate applications for each post
✔ Be prepared for vetting and pre-entry assessments
👉 Take the next step in your career and apply today!
Serve your country while building a secure and rewarding future in the public sector.
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