The Department of Employment and Labour in South Africa is offering a range of entry-level positions aimed at assisting the unemployed youth in securing stable job opportunities within government sectors. These job roles span multiple departments and are available at various locations across South Africa. Below is a detailed guide on the available roles and how to apply for these positions.
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Department of Employment and Labour Vacancies Available:
1. Senior Administration Clerk: Employer Registration
- Location: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
- Reference No: HR4/4/3/1SACER/UIF
- Salary: R269,499 per annum
- Requirements: Senior Certificate (Grade 12); No prior experience required
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Batho Pele Principles
- Service Charter
- Communication
- Time Management
- Computer Literacy
- Duties:
- Processing employer registrations
- Maintaining employer database
- Offering general clerical support
- Application Process:
- Applications must be submitted to: Chief Director: Corporate Services, P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria, 0001 or delivered to the ABSA Towers Building in Pretoria, or emailed to Jobs-UIF18@labour.gov.za.
2. Client Service Officer: COID
- Location: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
- Reference No: Various Centres (Carolina, Vryburg, Volkrust)
- Salary: R269,499 per annum
- Requirements: Matriculation (Grade 12); No prior experience required
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Public Service Act
- Compensation Fund Strategies
- Batho Pele Principles
- Customer Care
- Communication Skills
- Duties:
- Receive and verify documents for registration
- Assist with claims processing at kiosks and service centres
- Handle service-related queries and complaints
- Application Process:
- Applications for the Carolina Centre should be sent to JobsCRL@labour.gov.za, for Piet Retief to JobsPRT@labour.gov.za, and for the North West Centre to JobsNW5@labour.gov.za.
3. UI Claims Officer
- Location: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
- Reference No: Various (Germiston, Soshanguve, KZN)
- Salary: R269,499 per annum
- Requirements: Grade 12 (Matric); 0 to 6 months experience
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Unemployment Insurance Act
- Batho Pele Principles
- Customer Care
- Communication Skills
- Duties:
- Register and assess claims as per the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Ensure payment of approved claims within stipulated timelines
- Application Process:
- Germiston Centre: Jobs-GP6@labour.gov.za
- KZN Office: Jobs-KZN8@Labour.gov.za
4. Senior Administration Clerk: Anti-fraud And Anticorruption
- Location: Unemployment Insurance Fund, Pretoria
- Reference No: HR4/4/3/1SACAFAC/UIF
- Salary: R228,321 per annum
- Requirements: Grade 12 Certificate; No prior experience required
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Public Service Regulations
- Anti-fraud Procedures
- Computer Literacy
- Duties:
- Support the fraud and corruption investigation process
- Provide logistical support for case administration
- Application Process:
- Send applications to Jobs-UIF19@labour.gov.za.
5. Personnel Officer: HR Operation
- Location: Compensation Fund, Pretoria
- Reference No: HR 5/1/2/3/10
- Salary: R228,321 per annum
- Requirements: Matric (Grade 12); No prior experience
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Compensation Fund objectives and business functions
- HR Policies and procedures
- Customer Service
- Duties:
- Administer recruitment and selection activities
- Maintain HR records
- Application Process:
- Send applications to Jobs-CF20@labour.gov.za.
6. Admin Clerk: Legal Services
- Location: Provincial Office: KZN
- Reference No: HR4/4/5/37
- Salary: R228,321 per annum
- Requirements: Matric (Grade 12); No prior experience
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Legal Documentation and Procedures
- Customer Service
- Duties:
- Liaise with provinces and labour centres for data
- Manage legal correspondence and documentation
- Application Process:
- Send applications to the Sub-directorate: Human Resource Operations, KwaZulu-Natal.
7. UI Employer Audit Service Officer
- Location: Provincial Office: Limpopo
- Reference No: HR 4/4/6/204
- Salary: R228,321 per annum
- Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Internal Audit or Financial Accounting
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Departmental Policies and Procedures
- Public Service Act
- Audit techniques
- Duties:
- Conduct audits to determine compliance with UI and UICA
- Serve enforcement notices to non-complying employers
- Application Process:
- Send applications to JobsLP@labour.gov.za.
8. Claims Assessor
- Location: Labour Centre: Rustenburg
- Reference No: HR4/4/02/02
- Salary: R325,101 per annum
- Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Public Management/ Business Management
- Experience: One year of functional experience in claims or medical processing
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Compensation policies and procedures
- COID Tariffs
- Customer service
- Duties:
- Adjudicate and process claims
- Supervise staff
- Application Process:
- Send applications to JobsNW2@labour.gov.za.
9. OHS Inspector
- Location: Labour Centre: Rustenburg
- Reference No: Various (Sasolburg, Bethlehem)
- Salary: R397,116 per annum
- Requirements: National Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering
- Knowledge and Skills:
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- National Standards (Codes)
- Duties:
- Conduct inspections for compliance with OHS regulations
- Appear in court as a State witness if necessary
- Application Process:
- Send applications to jobs-fs2@labour.gov.za.
Closing Date:
All applications must be submitted by 30 April 2025.
How to Apply:
- Download and complete the Z83 form from the Department of Employment and Labour’s official website.
- Submit your application with the necessary documents (CV, academic transcripts, and qualifications) to the relevant addresses provided for each job.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further documentation, including certified copies of ID documents, qualifications, and academic records.
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The Department of Employment and Labour’s entry-level job opportunities present an excellent chance for young South Africans to kickstart their careers in the public service sector. These positions not only offer competitive salaries but also provide an opportunity to gain practical experience and contribute to the country’s social and economic development.
These entry-level positions at the Department of Employment and Labour provide valuable opportunities for youth in South Africa to gain experience in the public service sector, contributing to the country’s ongoing development while securing stable employment.