The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for various vacancies closing on 21 August 2026. These opportunities are based in Pietermaritzburg and Durban, and are suitable for candidates with experience in human resource management, municipal administration, financial management, disaster management, fire safety, bursary administration, transport services and messenger duties.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | KwaZulu-Natal Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs |
| Closing Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Location | Pietermaritzburg and Durban, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Application Method | Post, hand delivery or e-Recruitment |
| Required Documents | New Z83 form and comprehensive CV |
| e-Recruitment System | www.eservices.gov.za |
| For Attention | Ms E Perumal |
Chief Director: Human Resource Management and Development Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/38/2026
Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development
Salary: R1 554 696 per annum, Level 14, all-inclusive remuneration package
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or NQF Level 7 qualification in Human Resource Management as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have at least five years’ experience at senior managerial level in a Human Resource Management and Development environment.
Applicants must have an SMS Pre-entry Certificate, also known as Nyukela, before appointment.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have sound knowledge of the Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Labour Relations Act, Employee Performance and Management System, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act, Treasury Regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act and other relevant legislation.
Required skills include leadership, strategic planning, financial management, report writing, problem-solving, conflict management, change management, project management, people management, relationship management, decision-making, facilitation, risk management, communication and computer literacy.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage the strategic Human Resource function within the Department.
Duties include rendering efficient human resource administration services and providing optimal development of departmental human resources.
The candidate will manage the development of human resource strategies and provide organisational development services.
Additional duties include managing labour relations matters, developing and implementing policies, strategies and guidelines and managing the resources of the Chief Directorate.
Enquiries
Mr Z Majozi
Tel: 033 260 8045
Director: Human Resource Administration Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/39/2026
Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development
Directorate: Human Resource Administration
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum, Level 13, all-inclusive remuneration package
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or NQF Level 7 qualification in a Human Resource Management field as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have at least five years’ middle or senior managerial experience in a Human Resource environment.
Applicants must have an SMS Pre-entry Certificate, also known as Nyukela, before appointment.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have sound knowledge of the Constitution, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Labour Relations Act, Employee Performance and Management System, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act, HRD Strategy of South Africa, National Skills Development Strategy and related prescripts.
Required skills include listening, presentation, analytical thinking, interpersonal relations, strategic planning, organisational skills, research, leadership, financial management, time management, report writing, problem-solving, conflict management, change management, project management, people management, relationship management, decision-making, facilitation, risk management and computer literacy.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage efficient Human Resource Administration services within the Department.
Duties include managing recruitment, selection and other employee life-cycle events.
The candidate will manage conditions of service and remuneration matters.
Additional duties include managing human resource management information systems, developing policies and strategies to improve service delivery and managing the resources of the Directorate.
Enquiries
Ms N Dlamini
Tel: 033 260 8058
Director: Municipal Administration Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/39/2026
Chief Directorate: Municipal Administration and Governance
Directorate: Municipal Administration
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum, Level 13, all-inclusive remuneration package
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or NQF Level 7 qualification in Municipal Administration, Public Administration, Local Government or Business Administration as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have at least five years’ middle or senior managerial experience in a municipal administration environment.
Applicants must have an SMS Pre-entry Certificate, also known as Nyukela, before appointment.
A valid Code 8 driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of the Constitution, Municipal Systems Act, KZN Cemeteries and Crematoria Act, Local Authorities Ordinance, KZN Pound Act, local government legislation, Local Government Staff Regulations, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Labour Relations Act and MFMA.
Required skills include strategic planning, research, leadership, financial management, time management, report writing, problem-solving, conflict management, change management, project management, people management, relationship management, decision-making, communication and computer literacy.
Duties
The successful candidate will oversee support and monitoring of corporate services and statutory administrative matters within municipalities.
Duties include managing support and monitoring of human resource management matters for senior managers and councillors in municipalities.
The candidate will manage support, monitoring and assessment of organisational design at municipalities.
Additional duties include administering municipal administrative statutory obligations, monitoring ICT at municipalities, developing policies and strategies to improve service delivery and managing resources.
Enquiries
Ms S Govender
Tel: 060 882 5125
Assistant Director: Credit Management Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/40/2026
Chief Directorate: Financial Management
Directorate: Financial Accounting
Salary: R487 197 per annum, Level 09
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or NQF Level 7 qualification in Financial Management as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have three years’ supervisory experience in a financial management environment.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of procurement and payment systems, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Supply Chain Management prescripts, BAS, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Labour Relations Act.
Required skills include planning, decision-making, problem-solving, numeracy, report writing, financial management, communication and computer literacy.
Applicants must be prepared to drive official vehicles.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage creditor management services.
Duties include managing the receiving and recording of valid invoices.
The candidate will manage payment of suppliers within 30 days.
Additional duties include managing financial reconciliations, reporting and resources of the unit.
Enquiries
Ms S Chetty
Tel: 033 260 8118
Fire Safety Coordinator Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/41/2026
Chief Directorate: Disaster Management
Directorate: Disaster Management Operations
Salary: R413 001 per annum, Level 08
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have an appropriate National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Fire Technology as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have two years’ experience in Fire and Rescue Services.
A valid C1 driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of the Disaster Management Act, Fire Brigade Act, Fire and Rescue Services procedures, Public Service Act, municipal regulations and policies.
Required skills include policy analysis, minute taking, report writing, organisational skills, office management, document tracking, capacity building, communication and computer literacy.
Duties
The successful candidate will support municipalities and stakeholders with fire and rescue services.
Duties include monitoring, evaluating and supporting the development and implementation of plans, legislative frameworks and strategies for fire and rescue services in the province.
The candidate will support municipalities with capacity-building programmes in fire safety and services.
Additional duties include supporting intergovernmental relations structures, coordinating response capabilities and providing technical support for compliance with national and provincial imperatives.
Enquiries
Mr M Hadebe
Tel: 071 671 0741
HRD Practitioner: Bursaries Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/40/2026
Chief Directorate: Human Resource Management and Development
Directorate: Human Capital Development
Salary: R338 106 per annum, Level 07
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma or NQF Level 6 qualification in Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development or Skills Development as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have one to two years’ experience in an HRM&D environment.
Experience in bursaries will be an added advantage.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of policies, legislation and prescripts relating to Human Resource Development, Public Service Education and Training Strategies, education and training structures, financial management and project management.
Required skills include planning, decision-making, problem-solving, conflict management, staff development, diversity management, presentation, customer orientation, communication and computer literacy.
Applicants must be able and willing to drive.
Duties
The successful candidate will coordinate bursaries and study assistance programmes.
Duties include administering State Aided Studies and bursaries for the Department.
The candidate will provide administration of bursary matters.
Additional duties include developing, implementing and maintaining bursary or study assistance programme policies and administering bursary or study assistance payments.
Enquiries
Ms N Dlamini
Tel: 033 260 8058
Transport Clerk Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/41/2026
Chief Directorate: Corporate Services
Directorate: Auxiliary Services
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Pietermaritzburg
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
No previous experience is required.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of administrative processes.
Required skills include report writing, planning, organising, interpersonal relations, flexibility, teamwork, communication, computer literacy and driving.
Duties
The successful candidate will render efficient and effective general administration support services.
Duties include coordinating the allocation of pool vehicles and maintaining pool vehicles.
The candidate will monitor and report on vehicle usage.
Additional duties include verifying log sheets, reconciling records and providing administrative support services.
Enquiries
Mr A Lourens
Tel: 033 260 8227
Driver/Messenger Ref No: 22/1/3/6/3/42/2026
Contract: 5 months
Component: KZN Commission on Traditional Leadership Disputes and Claims
Salary: R201 093 per annum, Level 04
Centre: Durban
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 10 qualification.
Applicants must have seven to twelve months’ relevant experience.
A valid Code 8 driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of procedures for operating a motor vehicle, obtaining trip authorities, completing logbooks, obtaining consumables such as petrol and accessing basic services.
Applicants must understand the correct use, storage and maintenance of motor vehicles.
Applicants must have knowledge of messenger functions, routine office support, registry functions and photocopying.
Required skills include interpersonal relations and verbal and written communication.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide driver and messenger duties.
Duties include driving light and medium motor vehicles.
The candidate will render messenger support services in the relevant office.
Additional duties include completing required records and logbooks relating to vehicles and goods handled and performing routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle.
Enquiries
Mr E Mthiya
Tel: 031 204 1708
How to Apply
Applications must be posted to:
The Chief Director
Human Resource Management and Development
Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs
Private Bag X9078
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Hand delivery applications may be submitted to:
The Chief Registry Clerk
2nd Floor, South Tower
Natalia
330 Langalibalele Street
Pietermaritzburg
Applicants may also submit their Z83 and CV through the e-Recruitment system.
To apply and access more details, visit the e-Recruitment System.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 21 August 2026.
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form and accompanied by a comprehensive CV.
Faxed or late applications will not be accepted.
Applications sent by registered mail are discouraged.
Applicants must ensure that applications reach the Department timeously.
Failure to comply with instructions may lead to disqualification.
Appointments are subject to positive outcomes on security clearance, citizenship verification, qualification verification, criminal record checks, credit record checks and previous employment checks.
If applicants do not receive a response within three months of the closing date, they should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
All shortlisted candidates will undertake two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
All shortlisted SMS candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
A maximum of three SMS candidates may undergo psychometric assessments.
The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.