JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR
SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies 2026: Application Deadline 5 May
The Department of Employment and Labour has announced a new intake of government job opportunities for 2026. These vacancies are available across Limpopo and Pretoria, covering a broad spectrum of roles from senior management to administrative support. This recruitment drive presents a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking long-term careers in the public sector.
Application Deadline and Requirements
All applications must be submitted by 05 May 2026:
- Walk-in submissions: by 16:00
- Online submissions: by 23:59
Applicants must include:
- A fully completed and signed Z83 form
- A comprehensive CV submitted as a single PDF document
Incomplete or incorrectly formatted applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Key Vacancies Available
Principal Psychologist (Grade 1)
- Salary: R1 245 564 per annum
- Location: Limpopo Provincial Office
- Requirements: Master’s Degree in Psychology and 3 years’ post-registration experience
- Role: Overseeing employment counselling services and psychological assessments
Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
- Salary: R1 059 105 per annum
- Location: Polokwane
- Requirements: Relevant qualification and 5 years’ experience (including management)
- Duties: Managing labour centre operations and service delivery
Assistant Director: Research, Monitoring & Evaluation
- Salary: R582 444 per annum
- Location: Limpopo
- Requirements: Qualification in Economics, Statistics, or Social Sciences with 4 years’ experience
- Responsibilities: Labour market research and policy evaluation
Assistant Director: Contributions Management (UIF)
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
- Focus: Financial management, reconciliations, and audits
Senior Accounts Payable Officer
- Salary: R397 116 per annum
- Location: Limpopo
- Role: Financial administration and payment processing
Senior Administration Officer (50 Posts)
- Salary: R397 116 per annum
- Location: Various Labour Centres in Limpopo
- Responsibilities: UIF services, claims processing, and client support
Employment Services Practitioner
- Salary: R397 116 per annum
- Location: Lephalale
- Duties: Supporting job seekers and facilitating employment placements
Chief Provisioning Administration Clerk
- Salary: R325 101 per annum
- Location: Limpopo
- Role: Procurement, tenders, and inventory management
Benefits of Applying
- Competitive government salaries
- Job security and structured benefits
- Opportunities for career progression
- Contribution to national employment development
The department promotes employment equity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.
Important Application Guidelines
- Use the correct reference number for each position
- Submit separate applications for each vacancy
- Ensure the Z83 form is fully completed and signed
- Certified documents are only required for shortlisted candidates
Failure to comply with these instructions will result in disqualification.
Conclusion
This recruitment initiative provides a significant opportunity for qualified individuals to secure stable employment within government. With a range of roles available, candidates are encouraged to apply promptly before the closing date.
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