Admin Clerk: Auxiliary Services Vacancy 2026 at the Department of Employment and Labour, Pretoria
The Department of Employment and Labour has advertised a permanent Admin Clerk: Auxiliary Services post at its Head Office in Pretoria, published under DPSA Circular 28 of 2026. This is a genuine entry-level government opportunity, requiring only Matric with no prior work experience, making it an accessible route into the public service for young South Africans starting their careers.
Here is everything you need to know about the role, requirements, and how to apply before the closing date.
About the Admin Clerk: Auxiliary Services Post
This permanent position falls under the Auxiliary Services unit at the Department of Employment and Labour’s Head Office in Pretoria. The role centres on tracking service delivery, monitoring cleaning services, and providing administrative support to keep the unit running smoothly.
- Reference Number: GAP-PRET-91903840-20260730-2
- Salary: R237 453 per annum
- Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Requirements
- Matriculation / Grade 12
- No prior experience required, making this genuinely accessible to first-time job seekers
- Knowledge of Public Finance Management
- Understanding of the Supply Chain Management Act
- Knowledge of customer relations in line with the Batho Pele Principles
- Good interpersonal relations and the ability to work with various stakeholders
Key Skills
- A strong sense of urgency and accountability
- Customer-focused mindset
- Strong interpersonal relationship skills
- Excellent customer service orientation
Key Duties
The Admin Clerk: Auxiliary Services is responsible for a defined set of administrative and monitoring functions within the unit:
- Rendering administrative services to track service delivery in accordance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
- Conducting quality control and inspections for cleaning services
- Recording service delivery issues and instances of non-compliance
- Providing efficient and effective administrative support to the Auxiliary Services unit
How to Apply
Applications for this post are submitted entirely online through the Department’s ESSA Online application system.
- Visit the ESSA Online application portal at essa.labour.gov.za/EssaOnline/WebBeans
- Complete your application using the correct reference number: GAP-PRET-91903840-20260730-2
- Ensure your application is submitted using the new Z83 form. Applications submitted on the old Z83 form will not be considered
- Complete all fields in Sections A, B, C, and D of the Z83 in full. For Sections E, F, and G, you may indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached,” but the declaration under Part F regarding conditions that prevent re-appointment must still be answered and signed
- Submit an updated, comprehensive CV detailing any previous experience, together with your fully completed and signed Z83 form
Closing Date: 24 August 2026 at 16:00
Important Notes for Applicants
- Certified copies of qualifications are not required at application stage. Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents, on or before the day of the interview
- Non-South African citizens or Permanent Resident Permit holders with foreign qualifications must provide a SAQA evaluation report, but only once shortlisted
- Applications that don’t comply with these instructions, as well as late applications, will not be considered
- Correspondence is limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
- All shortlisted candidates, including SMS-level candidates, will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise assessing suitability against the post’s technical and generic requirements, and a separate integrity and ethical conduct assessment
- Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check, covering criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification verification, and employment verification
- By applying, you consent to the collection, processing, and storage of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). This information is used solely for the purposes of this recruitment process
- The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment to this post
- The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer, and this post falls under specific Employment Equity targets, with priority given to African Female, Coloured Female, Indian Male and Female, People living with disabilities, and White Male candidates
Enquiries
For questions about this specific post, contact:
Mr G Motaung Tel: (012) 309 4941
Postal and Hand-Delivery Details
While this post must be applied for online, general correspondence for the Department’s Human Resources division is directed to:
Chief Director: Human Resources Management Private Bag X117, Pretoria, 0001 Hand delivery: 215 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria For attention: Sub-directorate, Human Resources Operations, Head Office
Final Thoughts
With no prior experience required and a Matric-only entry requirement, this Admin Clerk: Auxiliary Services post is a solid, accessible starting point for young South Africans looking to build a career in the public service. Make sure you apply through the correct ESSA Online portal, use the new Z83 form, and quote the correct reference number before the 24 August 2026, 16:00 closing date.
Visit the official website to apply AND Check for the Z83 Application Form Here
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