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Assistant Director: Labour Centre Operations (Uif)

Three (3) year contract)

Closing dateToday is Sat 17 Oct · SAST

Closed Friday 16 October 2026Applications are no longer accepted.

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Assistant Director to manage Labour Centre operations for the UIF across 13 Limpopo locations. Three-year contract. Requires degree in management/operations and 4 years' experience including 2 years s

  • Facilitate UI claims processing and provide UI services to customers at a Labour Centre.
  • Coordinate quality assurance of UI applications, registrations and declarations.
  • Manage governance, compliance and risk matters for UI at the Labour Centre.
  • Manage resources in the Division.
  • Must have an undergraduate degree in Operations Management, Public Management, Administration, Business Administration or related field (NQF Level 6 or 7).
  • Must have 4 years' experience: 2 years in an operations environment and 2 years in a supervisory role.
  • Must have knowledge of Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act, BCEA, PFMA and POPIA.

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Requirements

  • 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.

Duties

  • 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.

How to apply

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

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Enquiries

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

Notes from the department

  • Online application must include an application form Z83 and CV as one attachment, indicate the correct job title and correct reference number of the post on the email.
  • Use the correct email address associated with the post.
  • Applications quoting the relevant reference number, correct job title and correct name of the Department must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents.
  • Received applications using the old Z83 application form will not be considered.
  • Each application for each post (s) must have its own application form.
  • All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full.
  • Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached.
  • However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed.
  • Only an updated comprehensive CV and a completed, initialled and signed Z83 application form is required.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert.
  • Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).
  • Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
  • Applicants who do not comply with the application instructions/requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered.
  • All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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 must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Your information will be used soley for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law.
  • Successful candidates will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s).
  • Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
  • The Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
  • The Employment Equity targets will be taken into consideration during the selection process.
  • It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post(s).

As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 12 · open the PDF

POST 35/09: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LABOUR CENTRE OPERATIONS (UIF) (X13 POSTS) (Three (3) year contract)
SALARY: R605 742 per annum, plus 37%. in lieu of benefits
CENTRE: Labour Centre: Giyani: Ref No: HR4/4/6/49 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Groblersdal Ref No: HR4/4/6/50 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Jane Furse Ref No: HR4/4/6/51 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Lebowakgomo Ref No: HR4/4/6/52 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Lephalale Ref No: HR4/4/6/53 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Makhado Ref No: HR4/4/6/54 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Modimolle Ref No: HR4/4/6/55 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Mokopane Ref No: HR4/4/6/56 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Phalaborwa Ref No: HR4/4/6/57 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Polokwane Ref No: HR4/4/6/58 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Seshego Ref No: HR4/4/6/59 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Thohoyandou Ref No: HR4/4/6/60 (X1 Post) Labour Centre: Tzaneen Ref No: HR4/4/6/61 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS: 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.
DUTIES: 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: Ms. MS Lebogo Tel No: (015) 290 1662
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

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