The Department of Employment and Labour’s intention to promote equity through the filling of these posts with the candidates whose transfer/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan of the Department.
DIRECTOR: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
(This is a Re-Advertisement candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply)
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/19
Remuneration: R1 436 022 per annum (all inclusive) (SR 13)
Enquiries: Dr MJ Ledwaba, Cell: 072 591 9784
Applications: Jobs-CF2@labour.gov.za
Requirements: An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology/Organisational Psychology/Industrial and Organisational Psychology/Labour Relations/Human Resources Development/Labour Law/Public Administration/Public Management/Business Administration/Business Management. 5 years’ functional experience at a middle/Senior Managerial-level in Human Resource Management/Human Resource Development/Performance Management/Employee Health and Wellness Programmes/Employee Relations/Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration environment.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ADMIN SERVICES
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/20
Remuneration: R932 292 per annum (all inclusive) (SR 11)
Enquiries: Ms F Fakir, Cell: 060 989 8326
Applications: Jobs-CF3@labour.gov.za
Requirements: Three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in Public/Office/Business Administration/Management. 5 years’ functional experience in executive support/administration services environment of which 2 years at Assistant Director or entry management level.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MEDICAL PAYMENTS
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/21
Remuneration: R932 292 per annum (all inclusive) (SR 11)
Enquiries: Ms N Morrison, Cell: 066 475 7000
Applications: Jobs-CF4@labour.gov.za
Requirements: Undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in Accounting/Finance/Informatics/Auditing/Internal Auditing/Business Management (or Administration)/Operations Management/Health related qualification (Nursing/Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy). 5 years’ functional experience in financial services/medical payments/claims processing environment of which 3 years should be at an Assistant Director/Junior management level.
SENIOR LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER GRADE: MR-6
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/22
Remuneration: R610 434 – R1 442 451 (OSD)
Enquiries: Adv N LA Shokane, Cell: 067 415 4027
Applications: Jobs-CF5@labour.gov.za
Requirements: Undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in LLB/BPROC/BCOM LAW/BA LAW. 8 years’ appropriate post qualification in legal experience. Admission as an Advocate or Attorney of the High Court of South Africa.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: TREASURY & INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/23
Remuneration: R605 742 per annum
Enquiries: Mr L Moni, Tel: 063 689 4157
Applications: Jobs-CF6@labour.gov.za
Requirements: Bachelor of Science (NQF7) in Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy as recognized by SAQA. Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health/Vocational Rehabilitation will be an added advantage. Registration with HPCSA. 5 Years of functional experience at a middle/senior management level in a Rehabilitation and Re-integration environment. Pre-entry SMS Certificate is required.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MEDICAL PAYMENT
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/24
Remuneration: R487 197 per annum
Enquiries: Ms R Hariparsad, Cell: 076 228 8306
Applications: Jobs-CF7@labour.gov.za
Requirements: Undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in Accounting/Finance/Internal Audit/Informatics/Business Management (or Administration)/Operations Management/Public Administration/Health related qualification (Nursing/Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy). Four (4) years’ functional experience in financial services/medical aid/claims processing environment of which 2 years should be at a Senior Practitioner/Senior Administrative.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: HR PLANNING AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/25
Remuneration: R487 197 per annum
Enquiries: Mr B Mthombeni, Cell: (060) 989 8301
Applications: Jobs-CF8@labour.gov.za
Requirements: Undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) as recognized by SAQA in Human Resource Management/Personnel Management. PERSAL certificate in Establishment. 4 years’ functional experience in Human Resource Administration (Employment Equity, Management of Establishment and HR Planning). 2 years at a supervisory level.
NOTE: APPLY FOR ALL APPLICANTS
Priority will be given to Persons with disability, Indians and Whites.
CLOSING DATE: 16 October 2026 at 16:00 00:59 (Online)
For more details on each post, please refer to the website: www.labour.gov.za
NOTE
All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only combined, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified.
Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered.
Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.
All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed.
Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert.
Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).
The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification).
Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be expected to sign a performance agreement.
The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Department shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s).