The Department of Labour has announced several new government vacancies for 2026 across South Africa.  These positions are ideal for unemployed South Africans seeking stable government employment in administration, communication, finance support, supply chain management, and labour centre operations.

The available posts include Administration Clerk, Accounts and Booking Clerk, Provisioning Administrative Clerk, and Administrative Clerk: Communication vacancies.

1. Administration Clerk: Management Support Services (X3 Posts)

Salary: R237 453 per annum

Vacancy Locations

Pietermaritzburg Labour Centre

Reference Number: HR4/4/4/06 (X1 Post)

Prospecton Labour Centre

Reference Number: HR4/4/4/07 (X2 Posts)

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Matriculation / Grade 12 / Senior Certificate

Knowledge Requirements

Candidates should understand:

• Batho Pele Principles
• Departmental policies and procedures
• Treasury Regulations
• Public Service Act and Regulations

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Interpersonal relations
• Problem-solving abilities
• Planning and organising skills
• Analytical thinking
• Computer literacy
• Client-focused approach
• Ability to work under pressure

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

• Render Supply Chain Management functions
• Provide finance and office management support
• Assist with Human Resource Management
• Coordinate training and performance activities
• Manage records within the Labour Centre

Enquiries

Pietermaritzburg Labour Centre

Mr M September
Tel: (033) 341 5300

Prospecton Labour Centre

Mr K Naidoo
Tel: (031) 065 1000

Application Details

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Pietermaritzburg Applications

Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Private Bag X9048
Pietermaritzburg
3200

Hand delivery:
370 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg

Email: Jobs-KZN21@Labour.gov.za

Prospecton Applications

Deputy Director: Prospecton Labour Centre
PO Box 343
Umbongothwini
4120

Hand delivery:
N3 Prospecton Place, Prospecton

Email: Jobs-KZN24@Labour.gov.za

2. Accounts and Booking Clerk Vacancy 2026

Reference Number: HR4/4/4/03
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Location: Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 with Commercial Subjects such as:
  • Business Management
  • Economics
  • Accounting
• Or equivalent qualification

Knowledge Requirements

Candidates should understand:

• Public Financial Management Act (PFMA)
• Departmental policies and procedures
• Project management
• Human Resource Development
• Public Service Regulations

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

• Facilitation skills
• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Attention to detail
• Client focus
• Self-motivation
• Discipline and punctuality

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Provide booking services for provincial vehicles
• Prepare payment information for service providers
• Handle information relating to traffic fines
• Communicate transport-related policies and updates

Enquiries

Mr M Mwelase
Tel: (031) 366 2316

Applications

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Deputy Director: Provincial Operations
PO Box 940
Durban
4000

Hand delivery:
267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban

Email: Jobs-KZN14@Labour.gov.za

3. Provisioning Administrative Clerk Vacancy 2026

Reference Number: HR4/4/4/04
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Location: Provincial Office, KwaZulu-Natal

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 with Commercial Subjects
• Or equivalent qualification

Knowledge Requirements

Candidates should understand:

• PFMA
• Supply Chain Management Framework
• LOGIS System
• Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act
• Departmental procedures

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

• Customer service orientation
• Computer literacy
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills
• Numeracy skills

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful applicants will:

• Support contract and tender management
• Administer tender processes
• Procure goods and services
• Provide inventory management support
• Assist with asset management processes

Enquiries

Mr M Mwelase
Tel: (031) 366 2316

Applications

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Deputy Director: Provincial Operations
PO Box 940
Durban
4000

Hand delivery:
267 Anton Lembede Street, Durban

Email: Jobs-KZN14@Labour.gov.za

4. Administration Clerk: Management of Support Services (X3 Posts)

Reference Number: HR4/4/4/50
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Location: Gqeberha Labour Centre, Eastern Cape

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage

Knowledge Requirements

Candidates should understand:

• Departmental policies and procedures
• Labour legislation and regulations
• Employment Services Act
• Public Service Act
• Batho Pele Principles

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

• Computer literacy
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Telephone etiquette
• Interviewing skills
• Ability to interpret legislation

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

• Register work-seekers on ESSA
• Register work and learning opportunities
• Refer work-seekers for employment counselling
• Provide placement support
• Perform administrative duties
• Participate in advocacy sessions

Enquiries

Mr S Mshumpela
Tel: (041) 506 5002

Applications

Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
Private Bag X6045
Port Elizabeth
6000

Hand delivery:
VSN Building, 116-134 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Gqeberha

Email: Jobs-ECPLZ@LABOUR.gov.za

5. Administrative Clerk: Communication Vacancy 2026

Reference Number: HR 4/4/10/01
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Location: Provincial Office East London, Eastern Cape

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate

Knowledge Requirements

Candidates should understand:

• Labour legislation
• Departmental policies and procedures
• Batho Pele Principles
• Basic media operations

Required Skills

Applicants should possess:

• Communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Event coordination abilities
• Writing skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Data capturing skills

Duties and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

• Provide media liaison support
• Coordinate stakeholder and public relations activities
• Identify marketing and advertising opportunities
• Implement internal communication services
• Provide administrative support to the Provincial Communication Office

Enquiries

Mr MM Nohesi
Tel: (043) 701 3029

Applications

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Chief Director: Provincial Operations
Private Bag X9005
East London
5201

Hand delivery:
No. 3 Hill Street, East London

Email: Jobs-EC10@labour.gov.za

Closing date: 22 May 2026