DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

The Department is an equal opportunity organisation and intends to promote equity through the filling of
these posts. Candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote the achievement of
employment equity within the Department will receive preference, in particular, the persons with
disabilities and youth.

APPLICATIONS : Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the
link quoted in the specific advertisement below. This link requires applicants to
use a Google account.

CLOSING DATE : 29 May 2026

NOTE : Applications must be submitted with two (2) attachments: 1. A Z83 Form (2021
version), obtainable from the DPSA website (Z83 editable) and 2. A recently
updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. Each post advert must be
accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully
completed, initialed and signed by the applicant. Applications received after the
closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be required
to submit certified copies of qualifications obtained and other related
documents on or before the day of the interview, following communication from
Human Resources and will be subjected to verification by the South African
Qualifications Authority. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification
must also provide an evaluation certificate issued by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA), at own expense. Failure to submit the
requested documents will result in the application not being considered further.
Due to the anticipated large volume of responses, correspondence will be
limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates 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 will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. After the preentry assessments, an oral interview will be conducted. Suitable candidates
will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship,
credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). By
responding to the advertisement, applicants consent to the collection,
processing and storing of their Personal Information in accordance with the
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013. Candidates
will therefore be required to give consent in terms of the POPI Act in order for
the Department to conduct the verifications. Information will be used for the
purpose of recruitment only and more specifically for the purpose of the
position/vacancy you have applied for and will not be shared with third parties
without prior consent, unless required by law. All applicants must declare any
conflict or perceived conflict of interest and must disclose membership on
Boards and directorships associated with. If you have not been contacted
within six (6) months of the closing date, please accept that your application
was unsuccessful. The CVs submitted will be destroyed as legislated in the
National Archives Act. In the event that your application is unsuccessful, the
Department will retain your personal information only for audit purposes as
required by policies. All the information requested now or during the process is
required for recruitment purposes. Failure to provide the requested information
will result in your application not being considered further. The Department
reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post(s). The
successful candidate must disclose particulars of all registrable financial
interests and sign an employment contract within one month from the date of
assumption of duty. A Performance Agreement must be concluded and signed
within three months from the date of assumption of duty. Note for applicants of
SMS posts: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Preentry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government,
available as an online course on https://thensg.gov.za/training-course/smspre-entry-programme/, prior to the finalization of the appointment, is a
requirement for all SMS positions. Following the interview and technical
exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic
managerial competency assessment, using the mandated DPSA SMS
competency assessment tools.

POST 16/09 : REGISTRY CLERK REF NO: REGCLE

Nature of Appointment: Permanent
The purpose of the post is to render effective and efficient administrative
clerical services to support the delivery of registry and document management
services.
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Pretoria, Hatfield

REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 (NQF level 4) as recognised by the South
African Qualifications Authority. No work experience required. Skills /
Competencies and Knowledge: Basic Job knowledge, Communication (verbal
and written), Interpersonal Relations, Flexibility, Planning and Organizing.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will render general clerical support services,
including registering, stamping, sorting and distribution of incoming and
outgoing documents and mail. Open new files and register them in the Register
of Files Opened and close files and register them in the according to registry
procedure manual and file plan. Replace worn-out file covers as and when
required. Complete control sheets, report files that are due for disposal, record
all documents to be scanned in the Register of Scanned Documents. Retrieve,
issue, receive files, photocopy and scan records as requested. Arrange and
pack records as per transfer list and conduct logistical arrangements for the
transfer of archival records. Driving change and operational excellence and
manage compliance.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Cilo Tel No: (012) 427 8514, Ms N Khosa Tel No: (012) 427 8260, Ms N
Sekele Tel No: (012) 427 8599
APPLICATIONS : application link: https://forms.gle/EK1o92gWpk2XJN1m7

POST 16/08 : PARLIAMENTARY AND CABINET SUPPORT REF NO: PCS

Nature of Appointment: Permanent
The purpose of the post is to provide administrative support to the executive
authority on matters relating to Parliament / the legislature and Cabinet /
executive council.
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (the all-inclusive remuneration package
consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Pension
Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
CENTRE : Pretoria, Hatfield

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 6 / 7 qualification in Political Science / Public
Administration / Business Administration or relevant equivalent qualification as
recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority. A minimum of five (5)
years’ experience of which three (3) years should be at an Assistant Director
level / middle management or equivalent working experience in Office
Administration environment. Skills / Competencies and Knowledge: Broad
knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the executive
authority’s portfolio, knowledge of Minister’s operations, proven management
competencies, working knowledge of the political and parliamentary processes
in South Africa, computer literacy and communication skills (verbal and
written).

DUTIES : The successful candidate will monitor events in Parliament / legislature to
identify matters that have a bearing on the portfolio of the Minister, this will inter
alia entail peruse like Hansard speeches, minutes of portfolio and standing
committees and monitor meetings of legislative structures to identify matters
that have a bearing on the portfolio of the Minister, liaise with structures like
portfolio and standing committees on matters that that have a bearing on the
portfolio of the Minister and brief departments on decision taken. Render an
efficient and effective parliamentary service, this will inter alia entail facilitate
timeous and appropriate responses to parliamentary questions in the format
prescribed by Parliament / the legislature and ensure departmental
representation in parliamentary events, compile cabinet memoranda,
speeches, submissions, briefing notes and other documents as required,
gazette and table draft bills emanating from the portfolio of the Minister, provide
advice and support in terms of policy and procedure to the department in
respect of key parliamentary events like the tabling of the budget vote of the
Minister. Co-ordinate and control movements between the Pretoria and cape
Town offices for Parliamentary sessions where required. Manage and oversee
the packing, dispatching and unpacking official documents and equipment in
Pretoria and Cape Town. Manage the movement of households to and from
Cape Town. Study the relevant public service and departmental prescripts /
policies and other documents to ensure that the application therefore is
understood properly. Remain up to date with regards to the applicable
prescripts / policies and proc ensures that the Minister apply terrain. Remain
abreast with the procedures and processes applicable to the Minister.

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Cilo Tel No: (012) 427 8514, Ms N Khosa Tel No: (012) 427 8260, Ms N
Sekele Tel No: (012) 427 8599
APPLICATIONS : application link: https://forms.gle/VXa4tH9X7iFNLKqB6

We wish you all the best with your applications