Department of Employment and Labour Administration Clerk Vacancy 2026
Position: Administration Clerk: Public Employment Services (PES)
Minimum qualification: Grade 12 / Matric
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Closing date: 23 October 2026
1. Job Overview
Employer: Department of Employment and Labour
Position: Administration Clerk: Public Employment Services (PES)
Reference number: HR4/4/7/5
Salary: R237,453 per annum
Location: KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Office, Durban
Minimum qualification: Grade 12 / Matric / Senior Certificate
Application method: Email, postal delivery or hand delivery
The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Administration Clerk position. The role focuses on public employment services, stakeholder engagement and administrative support for employment-related programmes.
2. Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
Grade 12 / Matric / Senior Certificate.
The advertisement does not specify a minimum number of years of work experience.
Required Knowledge
Candidates should have knowledge of:
Relevant International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions.
Human Resource Management.
Batho Pele Principles and their application in public service delivery.
Required Skills
Applicants should demonstrate:
Planning and organisational skills.
Verbal and written communication.
Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Computer literacy.
Presentation skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Report-writing abilities.
Innovative thinking.
3. Duties and Responsibilities
The successful applicant will support the department in delivering Public Employment Services.
Key responsibilities include:
Stakeholder engagement: Liaise with relevant stakeholders to help secure employment placement opportunities for job seekers.
Cross-border labour migration: Provide information required to coordinate international cross-border labour migration functions.
Private employment agencies: Assist with registration and certification activities relating to private employment agencies.
Employment opportunity coordination: Help coordinate large-scale employment opportunities at provincial level by engaging with relevant stakeholders.
4. How to Apply
Applications may be submitted by email, post or hand delivery.
Option 1: Apply via Email
Send your application to:
Email: JobsKZN8@labour.gov.za
Follow these steps:
Complete the new Z83 application form.
Prepare an updated CV.
Combine the completed Z83 form and CV into one attachment.
Use the correct job title and reference number in your email.
Suggested email subject:
Administration Clerk: PES – HR4/4/7/5
Option 2: Apply by Post
Address your application to:
The Director: Public Employment Services
PO Box 940
Durban
4001
Option 3: Hand Deliver Your Application
Department of Employment and Labour
267 Anton Lembede Street
Durban
KwaZulu-Natal
5. Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following:
Completed new Z83 application form.
Updated and comprehensive CV.
For email applications, submit the Z83 form and CV together in a single attachment.
Ensure that you indicate the correct position title and reference number.
6. Employment Equity
In line with the department's employment equity targets, preference will be given to candidates from the following designated groups:
African males.
Indian males.
White males.
White females.
7. Enquiries
For further information regarding the vacancy, contact:
Contact person: Ms PZ Maseko
Telephone: (031) 366 2011
8. Closing Date
23 October 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Important: Verify the vacancy details against the official advertisement before applying. The advertised salary is R237,453 per annum. The vacancy notice should be consulted for confirmation of the application requirements and any additional benefits.
