16 October 2026ManagementDEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LABOUR CENTRE OPERATIONS (UIF) (X13 POSTS) (Three (3) year contract)

DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR • Ref: REF-35/09

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Steps to apply

1
Prepare your application referencing the specific Labour Centre and post number.
2
Submit your application via postal mail, hand delivery to the specified physical address, or via the designated email address corresponding to the specific Labour Centre location.

Email application

Submit your application documents to the address below:

UIFJobsGIY@labour.gov.za

Post or deliver to

42a Schoeman Street, Polokwane / Private Bag X9368, Polokwane, 0700

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Job Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking 13 Assistant Directors for Labour Centre Operations (UIF) on a 3-year contract basis across various Limpopo centres including Giyani, Polokwane, Thohoyandou, and others. Candidates require an NQF Level 6/7 qualification in Operations/Public Management, Business Administration, or Finance, plus 4 years of experience (including 2 years in operations and 2 years in supervision). Responsibilities include managing UI claims, quality assurance, customer service, and governance compliance.

Requirements & Qualifications

Undergraduate qualification in Operations Management or Research/Public Management or Administration, Business Administration or Management / Administrative Management / Management / Financial Accounting / Finance at NQF Level 6 or 7 as recognised by SAQA.
Four (4) years’ experience of which two (2) years must be functional experience in Operations environment.
Two (2) years must be a supervisory Experience.
Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act (PSA), Public Service Regulation (PSR), Basic Condition of Employment (BCEA), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
Skills: Driving skills, Computer literacy, Report writing, People management, Time Management, Communication (both verbal and written), Customer Relations, Supervisory skills, Presentations skills, Numeracy skills, Analysis Skills.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate the provision of UI claims and processing at a Labour Centre.
Coordinate the quality assurance of UI applications, registrations and declarations, and follow-up with clients.
Facilitate the provision of UI services to walk-in and online customers.
Coordinate the administration of governance, compliance and risk matters for UI at the Labour Centre.
Manage resources in the Division.

Enquiries & Contact

Contact Person for Enquiries:

: Ms. MS Lebogo Tel No: (015) 290 1662

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Salary: R 605 742 - R 605 742 per annum
Closing date: 16 October 2026
Location: Multiple Centres, Limpopo

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Job Information

Department: DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR
Reference No.: REF-35/09
Post Number: 35/09
Employment Level: Management
Salary: R 605 742 - R 605 742 per annum
Centre / Location: Multiple Centres, Limpopo
Province: Limpopo
City: Polokwane
Country: South Africa
Closing Date: 16 October 2026
Published Date: 3 October 2026

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Requirements & Qualifications

Undergraduate qualification in Operations Management or Research/Public Management or Administration, Business Administration or Management / Administrative Management / Management / Financial Accounting / Finance at NQF Level 6 or 7 as recognised by SAQA.

Four (4) years’ experience of which two (2) years must be functional experience in Operations environment.

Two (2) years must be a supervisory Experience.

Driver’s License will be an added advantage.

Knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act (PSA), Public Service Regulation (PSR), Basic Condition of Employment (BCEA), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).

Skills: Driving skills, Computer literacy, Report writing, People management, Time Management, Communication (both verbal and written), Customer Relations, Supervisory skills, Presentations skills, Numeracy skills, Analysis Skills.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate the provision of UI claims and processing at a Labour Centre.

Coordinate the quality assurance of UI applications, registrations and declarations, and follow-up with clients.

Facilitate the provision of UI services to walk-in and online customers.

Coordinate the administration of governance, compliance and risk matters for UI at the Labour Centre.

Manage resources in the Division.