The Department of Employment and Labour vacancies are open! If you’re ready to build your public-service career in ICT, compliance, operations, inspections, and administration, this recruitment round offers contract and permanent opportunities across Pretoria, East London and Nqanqarhu. Apply on time and follow the Z83 and document rules carefully to avoid disqualification.
Vacancy at a Glance
| Employer | Department of Employment and Labour (UIF & Labour Centres) |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 29 September 2025 — 16:00 (walk-in) & 00:00 (online) |
| Location | Pretoria (UIF & Head Office), East London (Labour Centre), Nqanqarhu (Labour Centre) |
Application Rules (Read First)
- Use the new Z83 form (from any Public Service Department or www.gov.za/documents).
- Online submissions: combine Z83 + CV only into one PDF; correct job title + reference number must appear in the email subject; JPEGs not accepted.
- Z83 must be fully completed, initialled and signed (Sections A–D compulsory; answer re-appointment question in Part F; you may reference your CV for sections E–G where space is limited).
- Shortlisted candidates will later submit certified copies (qualifications, ID, etc.) and SAQA for foreign qualifications.
- No faxes. Late or incomplete applications are not considered.
- Suitability checks (criminal, citizenship, credit, qualification & employment verification) will apply.
- The Department promotes Employment Equity (race, gender, disability).
Erratum & Graduate Programme Extension (Trainee Employment Counsellors, 150 Posts)
- Correct application link: https://crs.labour.gov.za/sap/bc/ui5_ui5/sap/zcommreg_new/index.html
- Provinces & refs: GP (X18) GP/2025/08/91206022; KZN (X19) ZN/2025/08/91204620; EC (X19) EC/2025/08/91206037; WC (X20) WC/2025/08/90894267; MP (X10) MP/2025/08/91206044; NW (X16) NW/2025/08/91206018; NC (X15) NC/2025/08/91201065; LP (X19) LP/2025/08/91206054; FS (X14) FS/2025/08/91205363.
- New closing date: 29 September 2025.
- ESSA enquiries: Pes@Labour.gov.za | Alteram Call Centre: 086 010 1018.
Developer — Ref No: HR4/4/3/2D/UIF (1-Year Contract) — Pretoria (UIF)
Salary: R896 436 p.a. (all-inclusive package)
Requirements
- Three-year qualification (NQF 6): IT / Computer Science / Information Systems.
- 5 years functional experience: 3 years Java system development, support & maintenance; 2 years management level.
- Knowledge of PFMA, PAIA, BCEA, Protected Disclosures, LRA, PSR/PSA, UIA/UICA; enterprise Java tools.
Duties
- Interpret business requirements & technical specs; develop Java solutions for UIF.
- Diagnose & fix bugs, optimise enterprise applications, integrate internal/external systems.
- Manage sub-directorate resources.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF1@labour.gov.za
- Post/Hand deliver: Acting Chief Director: Corporate Services, P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria, 0001 or Corner Lilian Ngoyi & Pretorius Street, ABSA Towers, Pretoria.
- What to send: Signed new Z83 + comprehensive CV (one PDF online).
System Analyst — Ref No: HR4/4/3/2SA/UIF (1-Year Contract) — Pretoria (UIF)
Salary: R468 459 p.a. + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements
- Undergraduate (NQF 6) in IT / Computer Science / IS.
- 4 years experience: 2 years as System/Business Analyst or Software Developer; 2 years supervisory.
- Knowledge: PFMA, PAIA, BCEA, LRA, PSR/PSA, UIA/UICA, SDLC.
Duties
- Examine current/new Fund systems; facilitate technical specifications and prototypes; quality-assure systems; manage resources.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF2@labour.gov.za
- Address options: same as above (ABSA Towers / P.O. Box 1851).
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
Assistant Director: Operations Support Services — Ref No: HR4/4/3/2ASDOSS/UIF (X4) — Pretoria (UIF)
Contract: 1 year | Salary: R468 459 p.a. + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements
- NQF 6 in Administration / Public/Admin Management / Operations Mgmt / Business Admin / Ops Research / Finance.
- 4 years experience: 2 years operations; 2 years practitioner level.
- Skills: people mgmt, analytics, reporting, planning & organising.
Duties
- Drive provincial operational performance; roll-out new policies; standardise services across provinces; manage resources.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF3@labour.gov.za
- Address: ABSA Towers / P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
Senior Practitioner: Compliance Services — Ref No: HR4/4/3/1SPCS/UIF (X5) — Pretoria (UIF)
Contract: 1 year | Salary: R397 116 p.a. + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements
- NQF 6: Internal Audit / Auditing / Accounting / Financial Mgmt.
- 2 years in finance/audit/compliance.
- Knowledge: UIA & Regs, UICA, PFMA, Treasury Regs, PSR/PSA, GAAP/GRAP, POPIA.
Duties
- Verify employer info on operational systems; identify non-compliance; support declaration reconciliation & contributions.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF5@labour.gov.za
- Address: ABSA Towers / P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
Senior Practitioner: Training & Development — Ref No: HR4/4/3/1SPTD/UIF — Pretoria (UIF)
Salary: R397 116 p.a.
Requirements
- NQF 6: HRM/HRD/Training & Development/ I&O Psychology.
- 2 years in Training/L&D. Knowledge of PSA/PSR, PFMA, PERSAL, SDA/SDLA, LRA, BCEA, EEA, POPIA.
Duties
- Implement HRD programmes; support WSP delivery; compile/update training manuals; bursary admin; induction/orientation; supervise resources.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF4@labour.gov.za
- Address: ABSA Towers / P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
- EE Note: African Females, Coloured & Indian M/F, White Males, and Persons with Disabilities encouraged to apply.
OHS Inspector: Construction Engineering — Ref No: HR/4/4/6/07 — East London Labour Centre
Salary: R397 116 p.a.
Requirements
- Grade 12 + NQF 6 in Electrical/Mechanical Eng; Environmental Health; Analytical Chemistry; Chemical Eng; Civil & Construction Eng.
- Valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of OHS Act & Regs, SANS Codes, COIDA, UIA.
Duties
- Plan & conduct OHS inspections; confirm UIA/COIDA registration; investigate incidents/complaints and appear in court when required; proactive blitz inspections; advocacy; contribute to regional plans/reports.
Apply
- Email: Jobs–ECELN@Labour.gov.za
- Walk-in/Post: Deputy Director Labour Centre Ops, Cnr Oxford & Hill St, East London | Private Bag X9084, East London, 5200.
- Enquiries: (043) 702 7500.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
Inspector: Inspection & Enforcement Services — Ref No: HR4/4/10/52 — Nqanqarhu Labour Centre
Salary: R269 499 p.a.
Requirements
- NQF 6 in Labour Relations / BCom Law / LLB + valid driver’s licence.
- Knowledge: SDA, LRA, BCEA, UIA, UICA. Skills in inspection, investigation, advocacy, planning & reporting.
Duties
- Conduct inspections for compliance; investigate contraventions & enforce where necessary; routine blitz inspections; advocacy; assist with plans/reports/statistics.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-ECMCR@labour.gov.za
- Walk-in/Post: Deputy Director: Labour Centre Ops, 1 Royal Road, Nqanqarhu, 5780 | P.O. Box 397, Nqanqarhu, 5780.
- Enquiries: (045) 932 1424.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
Senior Administration Clerk: Operations Support Services — Ref No: HR4/4/3/1SACOSS/UIF (X2) — Pretoria (UIF)
Contract: 1 year | Salary: R228 321 p.a. + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements
- Grade 12; knowledge of PSR/PSA, PFMA, LRA.
- Skills: minutes, admin, planning & organising, time management.
Duties
- General clerical & personnel admin support; supply chain & financial admin support for the sub-directorate.
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF6@labour.gov.za
- Address: ABSA Towers / P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.
Senior Administration Clerk: Fleet Management — Ref No: HR4/4/3/1SACFM/UIF (X2) — Pretoria (UIF)
Contract: 1 year | Salary: R228 321 p.a. + 37% in lieu of benefits
Requirements
- Grade 12 + valid Code 8 EB driver’s licence.
- Knowledge: PFMA, departmental procedures, National Road Transport Act, PSR/PSA, LRA, BCEA.
Duties
- Allocate vehicles; fleet administration; support maintenance & repairs; safeguard fleet records (petrol cards, keys).
Apply
- Email: Jobs-UIF7@labour.gov.za
- Address: ABSA Towers / P.O. Box 1851, Pretoria.
- Docs: Signed new Z83 + CV.