Blessing Khumalo

Location: Various, depends on each individual opportunity.

Closing Date: Depends on each individual opportunity.

The Department of Public Service and Administration DPSA has released the new jobs lit for the Circular 26 of 2026. DPSA Vacancies 2026.

Department of Public Service and Administration DPSA Circular 26 of 2026

This Circular is published on a weekly basis and contains the advertisements of vacant posts and jobs in Public Service departments. Although the Circular is issued by the Department of Public Service and Administration, the Department is not responsible for the content of the advertisements. Enquiries about an advertisement must be addressed to the relevant advertising department.

Directions to candidates: Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded to the department in which the vacancy/vacancies exist(s). NB: PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS MUST PLEASE USE THE NEW Z83 WHICH IS EFFECTIVE AS AT 01 JANUARY 2021. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications. Applicants requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their enquiries to the department where the vacancy exists. The Department of Public Service and Administration must not be approached for such information. It must be ensured that applications reach the relevant advertising departments on or before the applicable closing dates.

DPSA Circular 26 of 2026

Below are the DPSA Vacancies 2026 for the Circular 26 of 2026.

Posting Date: 24 July 2026
Full Document: Circular 26 (click here to view the full document)
WhatsApp Channel: DPSA Vacancy Circular
Directions: Click on the name of the department / administration to view vacancies in that particular section

National Departments

Below is a list of National departments. You can click on each department to view the available jobs.

Agriculture
Communications And Digital Technologies
Correctional Services
Defence
Employment And Labour
Forestry, Fisheries And The Environment
Health
Higher Education And Training
Home Affairs
Justice And Constitutional Development
Land Reform And Rural Development
Mineral And Petroleum Resources
Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent
Office Of The Chief Justice
Planning, Monitoring And Evaluation
Small Business And Development
Sport, Arts And Culture
Water And Sanitation

Provincial Administration

Below is a list of Provincial administrations. You can click on each department to view the available jobs.

Free State
Gauteng
Kwazulu Natal
Northern Cape
North West
Western Cape

About Department of Public Service and Administration DPSA South Africa

The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) is a central government department in South Africa responsible for establishing norms, standards, and policies for the country’s public service. It functions as an enabling department, driving public administration reform, digital transformation, anti-corruption initiatives, and ethical governance across government departments.

According to Chapter 10 (Section 195 [1]) of the Constitution of the Republic, Public Administration must be governed by the democratic values and principles enshrined in the Constitution, including the following principles:

• A high standard of professional ethics must be promoted and maintained;
• Efficient, economic and effective use of resources must be promoted;
• Public administration must be development–oriented;
• Services must be provided impartially, fairly, equitably and without bias;
• People’s needs must be responded to, and the public must be encouraged to participate in policy making;
• Public administration must be accountable;
• Transparency must be fostered by providing the public with timely, accessible and accurate information;
• Good human-resources management and career-development practices, to examine human potential, must be cultivated; and
• Public administration must be broadly representative of the South African people, with employment and personnel management practices based on ability, objectivity, fairness, and the need to redress the imbalances of the past to achieve broad representation.

HOW TO APPLY

See more information on this DPSA Jobs List

x204 Traffic Learnerships at Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety

Follow Careers South Africa on Social Media to receive daily opportunities:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/careerssouthafrica/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/careers-south-africa-za/
• WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JVphaaPQEOU9VBlpVJAtIi?mode=gi_t
• WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7gAx5J3jupoQfCwt2n

Location: Eastern Cape

Closing Date: 3 August 2026

Requirements: Department of Correctional Services is Hiring Educationists English and Maths + Other 3 Similar Jobs – R375 270 Per Annum

Recognized four (4) year Degree or equivalent qualification in Education Specialising in English and Mathematics Literacy. Registration with the South African Council of Educators. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence.

Competencies and attributes

Plan, organise, lead and control, client orientation and communication, policy implementation, report writing, diversity management, training and development, service delivery innovation and creativity, project management, conflict man-agement, facilitation management integrity and honesty, knowledge and understanding of public service management framework, influence and impact, presentation skills, conceptual skills and conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

Facilitate and deliver mathematics and English education programmes to offenders in support of their academic development, rehabilitation and successful reintegration into society. Implement and apply departmental education policies, procedures and curriculum requirements within correctional facilities. Present mathematics lessons in accordance with approved educational standards and curriculum frameworks. Assess progress through appropriate evaluation methods, monitor academic performance and maintain accurate records. Promote numeracy, problem-solving and analytical skills while ensuring adherence to established education and training service standards. Contribute to the creation of a conducive learning environment that supports effective teaching and learning and encourages lifelong learning and personal development among offenders. Manage human resources, finances and assets. Manage performance information.

Note

All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies. It is our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. In support of this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status on the application form/CV. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered.

Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress of your application. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records verification. Appointment will be provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance.

If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview. The Z83 application form must be completed in full. Only a detailed CV should be attached to your application form. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Requirement for valid driver’s licence is not applicable to applicants with a disability. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

All appointments are subject to personnel suitability checks and will be made in accordance with applicable legislation, policies and fair recruitment practices. Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the advert requirements and responsibilities. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their application reaches DCS before the closing date of 03 August 2026 @ 15h45. The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill these posts.

About The Department of Correctional Services South Africa

The Department of Correctional Services South Africa is a national government agency responsible for running the country’s prison and correctional system, managing around 240 facilities and nearly 190,000 inmates. Headquartered in Pretoria, the agency focuses on safe custody, rehabilitation, and offender skills development.

HOW TO APPLY

CLICK HERE TO APPLY More Educationist opportunities from the Department of Correctional Services are HERE

Department of Home Affairs is Looking for a Cashier – Entry Level Job

x204 Traffic Learnerships at Limpopo Department of Transport and Community Safety

Follow Careers South Africa on Social Media to receive daily opportunities:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/careerssouthafrica/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/careers-south-africa-za/
• WhatsApp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JVphaaPQEOU9VBlpVJAtIi?mode=gi_t
• WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb7gAx5J3jupoQfCwt2n

Location: Wynberg

Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Department of Home Affairs is Looking for a Cashier – Entry Level Job

Requirements

Grade 12/ Senior Certificate at NQF level 4 as recognized by SAQA. • Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). • Knowledge of Cashier services. • Knowledge of Accounting processes and procedures. • Understanding of departmental legislation and Human Resources legislation and prescripts. • Knowledge of the South African Constitution Knowledge of the Public Service Regulations Act.

Skills and Competencies

Analytical thinking. • Planning and organizing. • Problem Solving. • Financial Administration. • Interpersonal skill. • Attention to detail. • Clerical and Administration. • MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point). • Multi-Tasking. • Financial Administration. • Teamwork. • Record and time Management. • Planning and Organising. • Good verbal and written. • Communication skills. • Patriotic, Honesty, Integrity and Accountability.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks: • Provide an effective cashier service to all DHA clients. • Capture the transaction details onto the receipting solution. • Receive cash and issues the receipt/invoices to all applicants. • Endorse all applications where cash was received. • Perform the cashing up procedure at the change of shift and end of day under the cashier’s supervisor. • Bank the cash into the ACHD under the cashier supervisor’s supervision. • Count float before each shift and keep drawer secure at all times. • Ensure accurate handling of client cash, credit payments, and change. • Follow all front end procedures and policies. • Adhere to requests from management to assist in other front office functions where required. • Provide advice to clients and route clients to required service points where required. • Ensure the implementation of effective risk and compliance in line with Labour Relation Act. • Study the relevant public service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensure that the application thereof is understood properly.

About The Department of Home Affairs South Africa

The South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is the state agency responsible for citizen identity, civil status, and immigration. Headed by Minister Dr. Leon Schreiber, it manages critical national records and digital booking portals.

Core Responsibilities

• Civil Status: Recording births, marriages, and deaths.
• Identity Documents: Issuing Smart ID cards and green-barcoded IDs.
• Travel Documents: Processing and issuing official South African passports.
• Immigration Control: Managing visas, permanent residency, and border security.

HOW TO APPLY

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Road Traffic Infringement Agency (RTIA) is Looking for 15 Call Centre Agents for an Annual Salary of R237 453 Each

Location: Pretoria

Closing Date: 03 August 2026

Duties: U.S. Embassy is Looking for a Local Guard Coordinator To Earn R469 978 – R657 968 Per Year

The Local Guard Coordinator (LGC) is a Locally Employed (LE) staff member responsible for first-line oversight of the local guard contract, personnel, and resources. Under the direction of the Regional Security Officer (RSO) and/or the designated Assistant Regional Security Officer (ARSO), the LGC manages contract administration and oversees the local guard (LG) components of the facility defense and reaction plans for all U.S. Government facilities under Chief of Mission authority.

The LGC supports management of the local guard budget, coordinates security planning and drills for facilities and residences in collaboration with host-nation security forces, and assists in developing logistical and financial plans. May serve as the Government Technical Monitor (GTM) responsible for overseeing the local guard contract.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements: All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a: 

• Public Trust security clearance. 

All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam. Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time 12 weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:

High School / Secondary School diploma is required.

Evaluations: You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement. 
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test. You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in budget management, fiscal processes, and contract administration within the commercial security guard industry, civilian or government police, or military.

Language: English – Good working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing. (this may be tested)

Job Knowledge: A strong knowledge in physical security protection, contract administration, standard security practices and procedures, developing and deploying community style policing (mobile patrol) models, creation of defensive security plans, and good working knowledge of standard security equipment and digital cameras is required.

Skills And Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to independently assess institutional capabilities and security systems.
• Proven ability to develop practical solutions and exercise sound judgment in complex or high-pressure situations.
• Ability to rapidly interpret real-time threat information and direct immediate defensive actions.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills for engaging with contractors, security personnel, host-government officials, and mission leadership and other stakeholders as required in support of the LG program.
• Maintains self-control under pressure, especially during adversarial questioning or discussions involving host-government support or defending proposed budgets or operational procedures.
• Basic proficiency in the safe use of security protective equipment, such as handcuffs and radios.
• Must have a valid current driving license. 

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits: Agency Benefits: The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees. For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:  A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below.  It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference. 

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER 

1. Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* 
2. AEFM / USEFM 
3. Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights ** 

HOW TO APPLY

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Road Traffic Infringement Agency (RTIA) is Looking for 15 Call Centre Agents for an Annual Salary of R237 453 Each

24 Months Graduate Internship Programme at The Independent Police Investigative Directorate