DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICITY AND ENERGY – 06 November 2026

The Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) is an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer and
it is its intention to promote representativity in the Public Sector through the filling of this post(s).
Persons whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representativity are encouraged to apply,
particularly persons with disabilities and women interested in senior management positions. An
indication of such, in this regard will be vital in the processing of applications.

APPLICATIONS : Submit your completed application using one of the following methods, post:
The Director-General, Department of Electricity and Energy, Private Bag X96,
Pretoria, 0001, or hand deliver at Matimba House Building 192 Visagie Street
(Corner Paul Kruger & Visagie Street), Pretoria, or email directly to the email
address dedicated to a specific post. General enquiries may be brought to the
attention of Ms M Palare Tel No: (012) 406 7426

CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026 at 16h00 (Walk-in) 23h59 (online). NB: It is the sole
responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their application reaches the
Department on or before the set deadline

NOTE : Applicants are informed to submit their application(s) by completing the 2021
version of the Z83 form quoting the relevant reference number and a
comprehensive CV only. The CV must indicate qualifications, experience “if
any” and the period thereof. The 2021 version of the Z83 form is obtainable at
www.dpsa.gov.za or www.gov.za/documents. It is important to ensure that the
Z83 is completed in full. This means that all fields of Section A, B, C and D of
the Z83 must be completed in full. It is acceptable under section E, F, G, for
applicants to indicate “refer to CV or see attached” due to the limited space
provided on the Z83 form. However, the question relating to conditions that
prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered, but if you are already
in Public Service just indicate “N/A”. Please initial the form and sign the
declaration. Email application(s) must strictly be submitted as one (1) PDF
document or attachment (i.e. Z83 and CV scanned as one PDF document). It
is also important to indicate the correct job title and the reference number of
the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address
associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be
accepted. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications
submitted using the incorrect application form (old Z83) will not be considered.
Each advertised post must be accompanied by its own application for
employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified
copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of
the interview. Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications must submit an
evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) if
shortlisted. The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants
who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well
as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the
requested documents will result in the application not being considered. If you
have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this
advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 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. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. All
shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of
three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess
cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and
integrity. No SMS post appointment shall be implemented without the relevant
candidate producing the pre-entry certificate for SMS (Nyukela) obtainable
from www.thensg.gov.za . Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel
suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification
verification and employment verification). 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 solely for the administration of the
recruitment process or possible employment and will not be shared with third
parties without prior consent unless required by law. The Department reserves
the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s) at any
stage of the recruitment process. The successful candidate will be expected to
enter into a performance agreement within three (3) months from the date of
appointment.

POST 40/04 : DRIVER/MESSENGER REF NO: DEE2026/026 (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R201 093 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 10 qualification, Plus a valid drivers’ license. No experience required
Knowledge of: Traffic regulations, Transport prescripts, Maintenance of the
vehicle, Trip authorities and logbook. Batho Pele Principles. Skills:
Communication (verbal and written), Good interpersonal relations. Driving
skills, Planning and organising, customer care, work independently and under
pressure. Thinking Demands: Logical, Creative/innovative thinker, Objective,
Accurate, Diplomatic.

DUTIES : Provide driver services. Provide messenger services. Render a general
support function in the office. Render driving/ messenger services to the
Department.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Joseph Malekana Tel No: (012) 406 7359
APPLICATIONS : Email to Vacancies3@dee.gov.za
NOTE : Females and males – Indians, Coloured and White are encouraged to apply

POST 40/03 : REGISTRY CLERK REF NO: DEE2026/025 (X2 POSTS)

CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Matric Certificate at NQF Level 4 recognised by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA), A certificate in Records and Archive
Management and a valid driver’s license. No experience Knowledge of:
Understanding of legislative framework that governs Records Management.
Knowledge and understanding of Registry duties and practices. Ability to
capture data and operate computer. Knowledge of storage and retrieval
procedures. Skills: Planning and organising, Interpersonal relations, Computer
literacy, Communication (verbal and written), Filing and Archiving, Customer
focus. Thinking Demands: Logical, creative/innovative thinker, Objectives,
Accurate, Diplomatic.

DUTIES : Provide Registry Counter Services. Handling of incoming and outgoing mail
and correspondences. Render effective filing and records management
services. Operate machines in relations to the registry functions. Process
documents for archiving and disposal.

ENQUIRIES : Mr Joseph Malekana Tel No: (012) 406 7359
APPLICATIONS : Email to Vacancies2@dee.gov.za
NOTE : Females and males – Indians, Coloured and White are encouraged to apply

ANALYST: ECONOMIC MODELLING AND RESEARCH

POST 40/02 : ANALYST: ECONOMIC MODELLING AND RESEARCH REF NO:
DEE2026/024
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A Degree in Economics, Energy Studies, Public Policy, Statistics at NQF level
7 recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Added
advantage to those with honours degree or postgraduate diploma in a relevant
discipline. PLUS 2-3 years’ work/internship of experience in economic or policy
research (preferably in energy, infrastructure, or development sectors).
Knowledge of: Economics (macro and micro), including economic policy,
growth, inequality and public finance. Energy policy and planning basics,
including energy transition, renewables and carbon pricing. Socio-economic
development, research methods and the South African policy/economic
context (NDP, IRP, JET Framework, Eskom restructuring). Statistical/modelling
tools and relevant data sources, including Stats SA, IEA, IMF, World Bank and
government database. Skills: Data analysis and visualisation (Excel or similar
tools), Statistical programming (e.g. EViews or Stata), basic modelling support
(e.g. CGE/input-output models). Structural literature reviews, draft policy briefs,
technical reports and presentations, translating complex results into clear
summaries and visuals. Communication, stakeholder engagement and
multidisciplinary teamwork. Project/time management, documentation and
research audit trails. Thinking Demand: Analytical, conceptual and critical
thinking. Quantitative reasoning and reasoning and attentive to details.
Problem-solving, including addressing data gaps, modelling inconsistencies
and stakeholder information needs.

DUTIES : Conduct data collection and analysis. Provide economic and policy research
support. Provide support in economic and energy modelling. Provide support
with socio-economic impact assessment. Prepare reports, brief, presentations
and data visualisations. Provide stakeholder and projects support, including
monitoring implementation progress for strategies such as the Just Energy
Transition.

ENQUIRIES : Dr. Christian Green at 083 391 1660
APPLICATIONS : Email to Vacancies1@dee.gov.za
NOTE : Males from Indians, Coloured and White are encouraged to apply

We wish you all the best with your applications