Assistant Director: Labour Centre Operations (UIF) vacancy at Department of Employment and Labour. Location: Thohoyandou. Salary R605 742 p.a.
| Job Title | Assistant Director: Labour Centre Operations (UIF) |
| Employer | Department of Employment and Labour |
| Reference Number | Post 35/09 |
| Circular Post No. | 35/09 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Location | Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full Time, Contractor |
| Number of Posts | 13 |
| Date Posted | 7 October 2026 at 00:27 |
| Closing Date | 16 October 2026 at 16:00 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R605 742 per year |
| Minimum Qualification | Diploma / Associate degree |
| Experience Required | 4 years |
About this Assistant Director: Labour Centre Operations (UIF) position
Introduction
The Department of Employment and Labour has advertised a vacancy for an Assistant Director: Labour Centre Operations (UIF) (13 posts available) in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, in Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026. The salary is R605 742 per year. Applications close on 16 October 2026 at 16:00. Contract: Three (3) year contract.
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 custome rs.
- Coordinate the administration of governance, compliance and risk matters for UI at the Labour Centre.
- Manage resources in the Division.
Required 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, and two (2) years must be a supervisory Experience.
- Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge: 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, Report writing, People management, Time Management, Communication (both verbal and written), Customer Relations, Supervisory skills, Presentations skills, Numeracy skills, Analysis Skills.
Job Benefits and Perks
Plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
How to Apply
Submit a completed, signed new Z83 form and a detailed CV quoting the post number (35/09) and job title. The Z83 can be obtained from any Public Service department or from https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/
Applications: Chief Director: Provincial Operations: Private Bag X9368, Polokwane, 0700 Or hand deliver at 42a Schoeman Street, Polokwane Or UIFJobs - GIY@labour.gov.za for Giyani UIFJobs-GLD@labour.gov.za for Groblersdal UIFJobs-JF@labour.gov.za for Jane Furse UIFJobs-LEB@labour.gov.za for Lebowakgomo UIFJobs-LEP@labour.gov.za for Lephalale UIFJobs-MAKH@labour.gov.za for Makhado UIFJobs-MOD@labour.gov.za for Modimolle UIFJobs-MOK@labour.gov.za for Mokopane UIFJobs-PHAL@labour.gov.za for Phalaborwa UIFJobs-PLK@labour.gov.za for Polokwane UIFJobs-SESH@labour.gov.za for Seshego UIFJobs-THO@labour.gov.za for Thohoyandou UIFJobs-TZN@labour.gov.za for Tzaneen
Enquiries: Ms. MS Lebogo Tel No: (015) 290 1662
Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)
Source: Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026 (issued 02 October 2026), Post 35/09. Always confirm the details against the official advert.