DPSA Circular: Department of Employment and Labour

Looking for stable government work with clear benefits and a chance to serve South Africa? This DPSA Circular: Department of Employment and Labour round has a wide range of posts across the Compensation Fund (Pretoria) and several Western Cape provincial and labour centres, plus Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State, and Northern Cape. Below you’ll find every vacancy listed, with the job title, reference number, salary, location, requirements, duties, contact details, and where to submit your application.

Available Department of Employment and Labour

POST 32/09 — Director: Anti-Corruption and Integrity

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/28
Salary: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive)
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 7 undergraduate in Internal Auditing / Finance / Forensic Investigation/Auditing / BProc / LLB.
• 5 years at middle/senior management in Forensic Investigations / Auditing / Legal.
• Knowledge: International Standards on Auditing; fraud examination standards; CAATS; COBIT; Law of Evidence; project management; PFMA, PRECCA, POCA, Protected Disclosure Act, PAIA, PAJA, POPIA, NPA Act, FICA, Treasury Regulations, Public Sector Risk Management, Public Administration Management Act, Criminal Procedure Act, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, COIDA.
• Skills: Strong interviewing, investigative, analytical and report writing; policy formulation; leadership; conflict management; financial management; facilitation.

Duties:

• Lead fraud and corruption prevention.
• Detect fraud via appropriate detection techniques.
• Manage fraud investigations across the Fund.
• Manage directorate resources.

Enquiries: Ms F. Fakir – (012) 406 5723
Applications:

• Post: Chief Director: Corporate Services, P.O. Box 955, Pretoria, 0001
• Hand deliver: 167 Thabo Sehume & Madiba Street, Delta Heights Building
• Email: Jobs-CF1@labour.gov.za
  For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration, Compensation Fund.

POST 32/10 — Assistant Director: Pension Payments (Re-advertisement)

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/29
Salary: R582 444 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Financial Management / Internal Audit / Financial Accounting / Auditing / Cost & Management Accounting.
• 4 years in Pensions/Payroll Administration/Benefits.
• Knowledge: Claims admin, registration, investigation, management, legal cost settlement, litigation & finalisation; PFMA, PSR, NTR, PAIA, POPIA, OHSA, RAF, Marriage/Estate laws, UIA, Recognition of Customary Marriages Act, COIDA.
• Skills: Claims assessment/settlement; verification; conflict management; critical thinking; project management; QA; knowledge management; stakeholder relations.

Duties:

• Input into pension payment policy.
• Approve pension payments & monitor banking details database.
• Release payments (local and foreign pensioners).
• Engage stakeholders.

Enquiries: Ms Y. Tshidada – 060 989 8361
Applications:

• Post/Hand deliver: (same address as above for Corporate Services, Pretoria)
• Email: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za
  For Attention: Sub-directorate: HR Planning Practices & Administration, CF.

POST 32/11 — Assistant Director: Client Services (X6 Posts)

Salary: R468 459 per annum

Centres & Refs:

• Gauteng Provincial Office – Ref No HR 5/1/2/3/30 (X3)
• KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Office – Ref No HR 5/1/2/3/31 (X1)
• Free State Provincial Office – Ref No HR 5/1/2/3/32 (X1)
• Northern Cape Provincial Office – Ref No HR 5/1/2/3/33 (X1)

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Customer Service / Management / Customer Relations / Contact Centre / Office Admin / Communication / Marketing.
• 4 years in public management; 2 years supervisory in processing.
• Knowledge: Public Service Act/Regs; PFMA/Treasury Regs; Compensation Fund strategy & value chain; Batho Pele; OHS; PAIA; Constitution; COIDA.
• Skills: Coaching/mentoring, conflict management, people management, oversight, project management, QA, risk, SDI, stakeholder relations, vision & strategy.

Duties:

• Oversee client support services in provinces.
• Implement service delivery improvements.
• Champion Batho Pele.

Enquiries:

• Gauteng: Mr T. Mokoena – (011) 853 0312
• KZN: Mr T.B. Gumede – (031) 366 2355
• Free State: Ms E. Maneli – (051) 505 6203
• Northern Cape: Ms S. Kleinsmith – (053) 838 1517

Applications (by Province):

• Gauteng: Chief Director: Provincial Operations, PO Box 4560, Johannesburg, 2001, or hand deliver No. 47 Empire Road, Parktown. Email: jobs-GP1@labour.gov.za (Attention: HRM Gauteng)
• KZN: PO Box 940, Durban, 4000, or hand deliver 267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban. Email: Jobs-KZN8@labour.gov.za (Attention: HRM KZN)
• Free State: Private Bag X522, Bloemfontein, 9300, or hand deliver Labour House, 43 Charlotte Maxeke Street. Email: Jobs-fs1@labour.gov.za (Attention: HRM Free State)
• Northern Cape: Private Bag X5012, Kimberley, 8301, or hand deliver Cnr Compound & Pniel Road. Email: Jobs-NCKIM@labour.gov.za (Attention: HRM Northern Cape)

POST 32/12 — Assistant Director: HR Operations

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/34
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in HR Management.
• 4 years HR admin & recruitment/selection (2 years supervisory).
• Knowledge: HRM methodology & systems (PMS/LMS), DEL & CF strategies, COIDA, DPSA directives, BCEA, LRA, EEA, PFMA, Treasury Regs, PAIA, PAJA, MISS, POPIA.
• Skills: Coaching, conflict management, project management, QA, risk, SDI, stakeholder relations, data/record management.

Duties:

• Coordinate recruitment & selection.
• Administer remuneration & compensation.
• Manage appointments/transfers/secondments.
• Maintain database for filled posts.
• Manage resources.

Enquiries: Mr M.M. Chuene – 060 531 5131
Applications: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za (same postal/hand address as Corporate Services, Pretoria)

POST 32/13 — Assistant Director: Internal Audit Quality Assurance (Re-advertisement)

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/35
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Internal Audit / Accounting / Cost & Management Accounting.
• IAT required; PIA added advantage; PEQA/QA Assessor advantageous.
• 4 years Internal Audit (2 years supervisory in QA).
• Knowledge: CF policies/procedures; IIA Standards, IA Charter; CRM; governance & risk; budgeting/finance; COIDA; Batho Pele; PFMA/Treasury Regs.
• Skills: IA strategy & planning, coordinating assurance, QAIP, IT management, communication.

Duties:

• Implement IA QA policies & manuals.
• Promote quality assurance within IA.
• Coordinate QA programme & provide Audit Committee secretariat.
• Manage resources.

Enquiries: Mr P.S. Zwane – 082 310 4510
Applications: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za (Pretoria Corporate Services addresses)

POST 32/14 — Technician: Telecommunications

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/36
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Telecommunication & IT.
• 2 years telecoms experience.
• Knowledge: CF strategy, stakeholders, Batho Pele, SABS standards, data records; PSR, OHS, PSA, LRA, COIDA, PFMA, PAIA, environmental & building/energy regs.
• Skills: Technical proficiency, writing, MS Office/OS, communication, team work, planning, problem solving, risk, governance, driving.

Duties:

• Provide telecoms maintenance in the Fund.
• Report Telkom infrastructure failures.
• Maintain safe working environment.
• Maintain telecoms database.

Enquiries: Mr M. Pholose – 067 592 3598
Applications: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za (Pretoria Corporate Services addresses)

POST 32/15 — Senior Admin Officer: Employer Assessment

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/37
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Financial Accounting / Commerce.
• 2–3 years in finance/accounting/insurance.
• Knowledge: Governance, IT, Batho Pele, risk & audit, COIDA, PFMA/PSR/Treasury Regs.
• Skills: Client orientation, billing & assessment, financial reporting, planning, problem-solving, decision-making, conflict management, research, stakeholder engagement.

Duties:

• Implement & monitor employer assessments.
• Review/recommend revisions; approve credit assessments.
• Verify assessment correctness.
• Address audit findings.
• Supervise staff.

Enquiries: Ms E. Mosala – 060 989 8324
Applications: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za (Pretoria Corporate Services addresses)

POST 32/16 — Senior Claims Assessor (Senior Administrative Officer)

Ref No: HR 4/4/10/903
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: Labour Centre: George (Western Cape)

Requirements:

• Degree (NQF 7) or Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Management/Administration/Social Science/OHS/Finance/HRM.
• 3–5 years in claims processing (compensation or medical) + supervisory experience.
• Knowledge: CF policies/processes, human anatomy/medical terminology, Batho Pele, COID tariffs, Public Service Charter, risk, COIDA, OHS, PAIA, RAF, PFMA/Treasury Regs.
• Skills: Technical proficiency, numeracy, writing, IT, data capture & records, telephone etiquette.

Duties:

• Administer claim registration.
• Adjudicate claims.
• Prepare payments; ensure QA for medical/accounts.
• Serve as Team Leader/Supervisor.

Enquiries: Mr Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications:

• Post/Hand deliver: Chief Director: Provincial Operations, No. 9 Long Street, Cape Town (Cnr Riebeeck & Long); PO Box 872, Cape Town, 8000
• Email: Jobs-WC2@labour.gov.za
  For Attention: Sub-directorate: HR Management, Western Cape

POST 32/17 — Pension Administrator

Ref No: HR4/4/10/904
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Centre: George Labour Centre (Western Cape)

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Public Management/Administration/Social Science/OHS/Finance/HRM.
• 2 years in pension admin/claims (financial).
• Knowledge: CF objectives, value chain & processes; Batho Pele; risk; COID tariffs; COIDA, Contributions Act; PSA; OHS; PFMA/Treasury Regs; PAIA.
• Skills: Communication, system literacy, data capture, records, telephone skills, planning, analysis & decision-making.

Duties:

• Pension admin duties.
• Adjudicate & process claims.

Enquiries: Mr Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications: Jobs-WC3@labour.gov.za (same Cape Town addresses above)
For Attention: Sub-directorate: HR Management, Western Cape

POST 32/18 — Inspector: Inspection & Enforcement Services

Ref No: HR 4/4/10/905
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Centre: Labour Centre: Mosel Bay (Western Cape)

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Labour Relations/BCOM Law/LLB.
• 1 year IES experience; valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge: SDA, LRA, BCEA, SDL Act, OHS, COIDA, UIA, UIC Act, EEA; departmental policies.
• Skills: Planning, computer literacy, interpersonal, conflict handling, negotiation, problem-solving, interviewing and observation.

Duties:

• Plan & conduct inspections for BCEA compliance.
• Investigate contraventions and enforce where necessary.
• Run proactive “blitz” inspections.
• Conduct advocacy on labour laws.
• Draft plans/reports and compile statistics.

Enquiries: Mr Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications: WCJobs-MBY@labour.gov.za (or Cape Town postal/hand addresses)

POST 32/19 — Provisioning Administration Officer

Ref No: HR4/4/10/906
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office: Western Cape

Requirements:

• NQF 6/7 in Supply Chain Management/Finance/Public/Business Admin.
• 1 year in Supply Chain/Finance – Provisioning; valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge: PFMA.
• Skills: Supervision, negotiating, client focus, facilitation, computer literacy, presentation, analytical, communication.

Duties:

• Contract & tender management support.
• Administer open/close tender processes.
• Procure goods/services per policy.
• Provide inventory management support.
• Manage directorate resources.

Enquiries: Mr Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications: Jobs-WC4@labour.gov.za (Cape Town addresses)

POST 32/20 — Maintenance Officer: Plumbing

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/38
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Civil Engineering/Plumbing.
• 1 year plumbing maintenance.
• Knowledge: CF strategies, value chain, public service policies, Batho Pele, building/engineering technical knowledge; OHS, COIDA, PSA/PSR, NEMA, PFMA, Treasury Regs, National Building Regulations.
• Skills: Technical proficiency, communication, planning, problem solving, project/programme management.

Duties:

• Perform scheduled preventative plumbing maintenance.
• Conduct assessments for unplanned repairs.
• Oversee plumbing contractors.
• Handle admin for the section.

Enquiries: Mr M.S. Mokau – 060 971 4675
Applications: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/21 — Maintenance Officer: Mechanical

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/39
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Mechanical Engineering.
• 1 year mechanical maintenance.
• Knowledge/Skills: as per Plumbing role (with mechanical focus).

Duties:

• Carry out mechanical preventative maintenance.
• Assess mechanical components; manage repairs.
• Monitor contractors.
• Section administration.

Enquiries: Mr M.S. Mokau – 060 971 4675
Applications: Jobs-CF11@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/22 — Estate Clerk

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/40
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (NQF 4); No experience required.
• Knowledge: PFMA, Treasury Regs, PSR Act, BAS, COIDA.
• Skills: Communication, debt collection, financial management, planning, computer literacy, conflict handling, problem solving.

Duties:

• Submit estate claims to the Master of the High Court & liquidators.
• Identify registered employers’ estates.
• Raise assessments for liquidated/deceased employers.
• Liaise with stakeholders.

Enquiries: Ms S. Rankoana – 082 889 7369
Applications: Jobs-CF13@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/23 — Employer Assessment Clerk (X4 Posts)

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/41
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with Accounting as a passed subject (or equivalent).
• No experience required.
• Knowledge: Public service & Compensation Fund processes; CF value chain; Batho Pele; DPSA guidelines; COIDA, PFMA, Treasury Regs; POPIA.
• Skills: Communication, financial management, planning, computer literacy, interpersonal, conflict handling, problem solving.

Duties:

• Handle employer assessment processes.
• Render revision of assessments.
• Perform general admin support.

Enquiries: Ms E. Mosala – 060 989 8324
Applications: Jobs-CF16@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/24 — Inspector: Inspection & Enforcement Services (X2)

Ref Nos:

• Bellville: HR4/4/10/907 (X1)
• Oudtshoorn: HR4/4/10/908 (X1)
  Salary: R269 499 per annum

Requirements:

• NQF 6 in Labour Relations/BCOM Law/LLB; valid driver’s licence.
• Knowledge: Dept policies; SDA; LRA; BCEA; UIA; UIC Act; EEA.
• Skills: Facilitation, planning, computer skills, interpersonal, problem solving, interviewing, analytics, communication.

Duties:

• Conduct occupational inspections to ensure compliance.
• Investigate and enforce labour laws.
• Run proactive blitz inspections.
• Do advocacy on labour laws.
• Assist with inspection plans, reports, stats.

Enquiries: Mr Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications:

• Bellville email: WCJobs-BELL@labour.gov.za
• Oudtshoorn email: WCJobs-OUD@labour.gov.za
  (Or use Cape Town postal/hand addresses listed earlier.)

POST 32/25 — Client Service Officer: COID

Ref No: HR4/4/10/909
Salary: R269 499 per annum
Centre: Labour Centre: Mitchell’s Plain (Western Cape)

Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12; No experience required.
• Knowledge: Labour legislation & regulations; PEA & related ILO conventions; PSR, PSA; departmental policies; Batho Pele.
• Skills: Interpersonal, telephone etiquette, interviewing, computer literacy, communication, legislation interpretation, problem solving.

Duties:

• Help desk services (first point of entry).
• Render employment services to clients.
• Resolve complaints on labour laws.
• Receive UI Benefits Applications & Employer Declarations.
• Receive COIDA applications and Employer registration forms.

Enquiries: M. Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications: WCJobs-MP@labour.gov.za (or Cape Town postal/hand addresses)

POST 32/26 — Administration Clerk

Ref No: HR 4/4/10/536
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Centre: Provincial Office (CF): Western Cape

Requirements:

• Grade 12/Senior Certificate; 0 months experience.
• Knowledge: CF objectives; stakeholders; Batho Pele; COIDA guidelines; PSR/PSA; LRA; COIDA; PFMA; Treasury Regs.
• Skills: Technical proficiency, business writing, MS Office, communication, problem solving, planning/organising, data capture & records, telephone etiquette, risk & governance awareness.

Duties:

• Liaise with Provinces to obtain required information.
• Provide admin support services.
• Ensure correspondence control.
• Perform general admin tasks.

Enquiries: Mr Q. Bowman – (021) 441 8120
Applications: Jobs-WC5@labour.gov.za (Cape Town addresses)

POST 32/27 — Personnel Officer: HR Operations

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/42
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12 (NQF 4); Advantage: NQF 6 in HRM & PERSAL Intro Certificate.
• No experience required.
• Knowledge: CF objectives/services/value chain; Batho Pele; risk awareness; COIDA; PSA; OHS; PFMA/Treasury Regs; general PSR knowledge.
• Skills: Technical proficiency, business writing, data capture & records, telephone skills & etiquette.

Duties:

• Administer filling of vacancies.
• Administer HR information systems.
• Support recruitment & selection activities.
• Safekeep HR records.

Enquiries: Ms C.L. Mashishi – 067 927 6428
Applications: Jobs-CF13@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/28 — Accounting Clerk: Bank Reconciliation

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/43
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• Grade 12/Matric (NQF 4); No experience.
• Knowledge: CF policies; Batho Pele; COIDA; financial controls; data capturing; GRAP; PFMA; Treasury Regs.
• Skills: Computer literacy, communication, interpersonal, telephone etiquette, problem solving & decision-making.

Duties:

• Maintain the Fund’s bank accounts.
• Perform manual & electronic reconciliations.
• Provide admin support.

Enquiries: Ms S. Mahlakwane – 072 470 9092
Applications: Jobs-CF14@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/29 — Admin Clerk: Third Party

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/44
Salary: R228 321 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• Grade 12/Matric (NQF 4); No experience.
• Knowledge: PFMA; Treasury Regs; PSR Act.
• Skills: Communication, financial management, planning, computer literacy, interpersonal, conflict handling, problem solving.

Duties:

• Recover/collect money from internal/external parties.
• Administer Road Accident Fund (RAF) claims.
• Handle income enquiries & provide feedback.

Enquiries: Ms E. Bouwer – 082 782 8609
Applications: Jobs-CF14@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

POST 32/30 — Security Officer

Ref No: HR 5/1/2/3/45
Salary: R193 359 per annum
Centre: Compensation Fund, Pretoria

Requirements:

• Grade 12/Matric (NQF 4).
• PSiRA Grade C (statutory requirement).
• 1–2 years security industry experience.
• Knowledge: DEL & CF functions; Batho Pele; Minimum Information Security & Minimum Physical Security Standard; PSiRA Act; OHS; PSA; PFMA.
• Skills: Interpersonal, organising, communication, problem solving, presentation, computer literacy, telephone etiquette.

Duties:

• Conduct security control per policy.
• Safeguard equipment, buildings & premises.
• Adhere to patrol procedures.

Enquiries: Ms C.F. Mnguni – 082 889 7377
Applications: Jobs-CF15@labour.gov.za (Pretoria addresses)

How to Apply

• Z83 Application Form (latest version) — completed and signed.
• Comprehensive CV — with contactable references.
• Certified copies of your ID, qualifications, transcripts, driver’s licence (where required).
• Quote the Reference Number clearly in your email subject line and on your Z83.
• If you’re applying to a Provincial Office, use that office’s postal/hand delivery or email as listed under each post.
• Re-advertised posts: If you applied previously for Post 32/10 or Post 32/13, you are encouraged to re-apply.

If you’re ready to grow your career in public service, this DPSA Circular: Department of Employment and Labour round gives you a real chance. The posts range from senior leadership to entry-level admin, technical maintenance, client services, and inspection roles—so there’s something for different skills and qualifications. Remember the basics: match your qualifications carefully, complete and sign the latest Z83, attach certified copies, and always quote the correct Reference Number. Use the correct email or delivery address listed for each post, and keep proof of submission.