Employer: Department of Employment and Labour
Institution: Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
Job Title: Administration Clerk
Number of Posts: 5
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Employment Type: Three-year contract
Salary: R237,453 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of benefits
Closing Date: 4 September 2026
Job Overview
The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting applications for five Administration Clerk positions within the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) in Pretoria. These are three-year contract opportunities suitable for candidates who have completed Grade 12 and are interested in developing their administrative and public-service experience.
No previous work experience is required, making this opportunity particularly suitable for entry-level applicants who are organised, computer literate, willing to learn and interested in working in an administrative environment.
The successful candidates will provide a range of clerical and administrative support services across different functions, including personnel administration, supply chain administration and financial administration.
Available Posts
One position is available under the following reference number:
- HR4/4/3/1ADQMBPR/UIF – 1 post
Four positions are available under:
- HR4/4/3/1ADOUIC/UIF – 4 posts
Applicants should ensure that they clearly indicate the correct reference number and job title when submitting their applications.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirement:
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
- No previous experience is required.
Candidates should also have an understanding of, or an interest in learning about, legislation relevant to the work of the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
Knowledge of the following legislation is required:
- Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA).
- Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA).
Key Skills
The Department is looking for candidates who can demonstrate strong administrative and communication abilities. Important skills include:
- Minutes writing.
- Report writing.
- Computer literacy.
- Good verbal and written communication.
- Planning and organising.
- Ability to provide effective administrative support.
- Ability to work accurately and responsibly with documents and information.
Key Responsibilities
The appointed Administration Clerks will be responsible for providing general clerical assistance within the UIF.
Their duties will include rendering general clerical support services, which may involve handling administrative documentation, maintaining records and assisting with routine office processes.
The successful candidates will also provide personnel administration clerical support, assisting with administrative activities relating to employees and personnel matters.
Additional responsibilities will include providing supply chain clerical support and assisting with processes connected to the department’s procurement and supply chain functions.
The posts will further involve financial administration support services, requiring candidates to work carefully with administrative and financial documentation while following relevant departmental procedures.
Salary and Contract
The successful applicants will receive a salary of R237,453 per annum, together with 37% in lieu of benefits.
The appointments will be on a three-year contract basis.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically using the email address associated with the relevant post.
For the HR4/4/3/1ADQMBPR/UIF post:
Jobs-UIF10@labour.gov.za
For the HR4/4/3/1ADOUIC/UIF posts:
Jobs-UIF11@labour.gov.za
Applicants must use the new Z83 Application for Employment form and an updated, comprehensive CV.
For online applications, the Z83 and CV must be combined into one PDF attachment. Zipped files, IMG files and JPEG documents will not be accepted.
The email subject line must contain the correct job title and reference number. Applicants should also ensure that they send their application to the correct email address corresponding to the position they are applying for.
Important Application Instructions
Applicants must complete the new Z83 form fully, including the required sections, initials and signature. The department specifically states that incomplete, unsigned or incorrectly completed Z83 forms may result in disqualification.
Only the completed and signed Z83 form and an updated comprehensive CV are required at the application stage. Shortlisted candidates will subsequently be asked to provide certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documentation before the interview.
Foreign qualifications held by non-RSA citizens or permanent-resident permit holders must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report when requested at the shortlisting stage.
Late applications and applications that do not comply with the stated requirements will not be considered.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo two pre-entry assessments. These include a practical assessment designed to determine whether candidates meet the technical and generic requirements of the position, as well as an integrity assessment relating to ethical conduct.
Successful candidates may also be subjected to personnel suitability checks, including verification of qualifications and employment history, citizenship checks, criminal record checks and credit record checks.
Closing Date
Applications must be received by 4 September 2026.
The department has indicated a closing time of 16:00 for walk-in applications and 23:59 for online applications.
Correspondence will generally be limited to shortlisted candidates. Applicants who have not been contacted within eight weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Why Apply?
This Administration Clerk opportunity offers Grade 12 graduates an opportunity to gain valuable experience within a national government department and the Unemployment Insurance Fund. With five positions available and no previous experience required, the vacancies may be particularly attractive to entry-level job seekers looking to establish a career in administration and public service.
Applicants should carefully check the reference number, email address and Z83 requirements before submitting their applications to avoid disqualification for administrative errors.
Enquiries:
Mr KK Maphopha: (012) 337 1763
Mr SW Nkosi: (012) 337 1962
Closing Date: 4 September 2026
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