The Department of Employment and Labour is committed to advancing equity in the workplace, particularly in terms of race, gender, and disability. As part of this commitment, the department aims to fill a vacant post with a candidate whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will contribute to representativity and align with the numeric targets outlined in the Employment Equity plan.
Employment and Labour Application Process
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the closing date. To ensure a streamlined application process, the Department has provided specific instructions for submitting applications. Applicants must use the new application form Z83, which can be obtained from any Public Service Department or downloaded from the internet at www.gov.za/documents. It is important to note that applications submitted using the outdated application form (old Z83) will not be considered.
Applicants should complete all sections (A, B, C, and D) of the Z83 form in full, including initials and signature. Failure to provide complete information or sign the form may result in disqualification during the selection process. As space is limited in Section S E, F, and G of the Z83 form, applicants may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached.” However, it is essential to provide a comprehensive and updated CV with detailed previous experience. Additionally, applicants must answer questions in Part F related to conditions that prevent re-appointment.
Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of THEIR qualifications and other relevant documents prior to the interview. These documents should align with the requirements stated in the advertisement. For candidates with foreign qualifications, an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) must be provided when shortlisted.
It is important to comply with the instructions and requirements outlined above. Applications for SR1-SR8 posts must be submitted electronically online via the following link: https://essa.labour.gov.za/EssaOnline/WebBeans/. The Department does not accept applications through email or fax. Failure to submit all requested documents will result in the application being disqualified.
Employment and Labour Selection Process
Please note that correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, kindly accept that your application was unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a personnel suitability check, including criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification verification, and employment verification.
For Senior Management Service (SMS) applicants, a pre-entry certificate from the National School of Government (NSG) is required. The NSG offers a course titled “Certificate for entry into SMS,” and detailed information can be obtained by visiting the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will undergo a technical competency exercise to assess relevant technical elements of the job. Further logistics for this exercise will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to participate in generic managerial competency assessments, which utilise the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
The Department of Employment and Labour is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. Employment decisions will be guided by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department, which seeks to promote equity in terms of race, gender, and disability in the filling of this post(s).
Employment and Labour Jobs
Closing date: 09 June 2023
Assistant Director: Career Counsellor
REF NO: HR4/4/1/11
This job posting is for the position of Assistant Director: Career Counsellor at the EmaXesibeni Labour Centre. The yearly salary for this position is R527 298.
The requirements for this job include:
- A post-graduate qualification in Psychology at the Master’s degree level
- Two years of supervisory experience
- Two years of functional experience in Employment or Career Counselling
- A valid driver’s license
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Counselling Psychologist
- Knowledge of various legislations and conventions including but not limited to the International Labour Organisation Conventions, UN Rules and Convention on
- People with Disabilities, Employment Services Bill, Public Service Regulations, and the Employment Equity Act
- Skills in several areas including planning and organizing, communication, computer proficiency, analytical thinking, presentation, interpersonal relations, report writing, leadership, project management, and stakeholder management
The main duties of this role include:
- Developing and implementing Career Guidance programmes for work-seekers
- Developing Career Guidance resource materials
- Coordinating the delivery of assessment and selection services
- Collaborating with stakeholders relating to Career Guidance services
- Managing all resources in the Division
All enquiries regarding this position should be directed to Ms N Douw-Jack at (043) 701 3128. Applications should be sent to the Chief Director: Provincial Operations at the provided address or delivered by hand at No. 3 Hill Street, East London. Attention should be directed to the Sub-directorate: Deputy Director: Human Resources Management.
Assistant Director: Public Employment Support Services
REF NO: HR4/4/5/42
This job posting is for the position of Assistant Director: Public Employment Support Services at the Provincial Office in KwaZulu-Natal. The annual salary for this position is R424 104.
The requirements for this job include:
- A three-year tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or Business/Public Management
- Two years of supervisory experience
- Two years of functional experience in executing administrative support functions
- Knowledge in various areas such as Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Immigration Act, Employment Service Act, Unemployment Insurance
- Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), and Public Service Act (PSA)
- Skills in planning and organizing, verbal and written communication, computer proficiency, analytical thinking, presentation, interpersonal relations, leadership, networking, assertiveness, and client-focused orientation
The primary duties of this role include:
- Monitoring the implementation of Human Resource policies in Directorate PES in the province
- Monitoring the implementation of the Performance Management System in Directorate PES in the province
- Monitoring the implementation of staff capacity building processes in the Directorate PES in the province
- Monitoring the implementation of proper financial administration in the Directorate PES in the province
- Consolidating institutional performance reports for Public Employment Services in the province
- Coordinating the implementation of procurement of goods and services and proper recording of PES assets
For inquiries, applicants can reach out to Ms Z Maseko at (031) 366 2010. Applications can be sent to the Director: Public Employment Services, Provincial Operations at the provided address, or hand-delivered at 267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban. Applications should be addressed to the attention of the Sub-directorate: Human Resources Operations, Provincial Office: KwaZulu-Natal.
Supervisor: Registration Services (X2 Posts)
This job posting is for the position of Supervisor: Registration Services. There are two openings available, one at the Ulundi Labour Centre (Ref No: HR4/4/5/37) and one at the Pietermaritzburg Labour Centre (Ref No: HR4/4/5/44). The annual salary for this position is R359 517.
The requirements for this job include:
- A three-year qualification in Business Administration/Management, Public Administration Management, or Operations Management
- Two years of functional experience in registration services
- A valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of all Labour Legislation and Regulations, Private Employment Agency regulations and related ILO conventions, Batho Pele principles, Public Service
- Act, Public Service Regulations, and Departmental Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines
- Skills such as problem-solving, computer literacy, basic interpersonal abilities, listening, communication, ability to interpret legislation, telephone etiquette, mediation, and analytical skills
The main duties for this role include:
- Monitoring and overseeing the help desk as the first point of entry within the Registration Service
- Overseeing the employment service rendered to all clients
- Monitoring the process of Unemployment Insurance Benefits applications and Employer Declarations
- Monitoring and analyzing the application of the Compensation for Injuries and Disease Act (COIDA) and Employer registration forms for COIDA
- Attending to all complaints regarding legislation and following up on pending complaints
For inquiries, applicants can reach out to Mr T Nkosi at (035) 879 8800 or Mr M September at (033) 341 5300. Applications can be submitted online via the provided link: https://essa.labour.gov.za/EssaOnline/WebBeans/ following all steps.
Other available vacancies
Senior Administration Officer: Beneficiary Services – REF NO: HR4/4/4/05/01
Senior Practitioner: Store and Warehouse Management – REF NO: HR4/4/3/1/SPSWM/UIF
Data Information and Management – REF NO: HR 4/4/8/844
Client Services Officer: Registration Services – REF NO: HR4/4/1/160
Registry Clerk – REF NO: HR4/4/3/1/RCRM/UIF
Security Officer – REF NO: HR4/4/3/1/SO/UIF
See full details on the Circular
