Currently, various vacancies have been published under the DPSA for South African government job seekers. 01 of 02 January 2026 DPSA Vacancy Circular 01 was published, where more than a hundred positions will be filled in various national and provincial departments. Jobs under DPSA are very popular due to government job security, regular salary increases and pension benefits. Therefore, this is a big opportunity for those who are interested in serving the country through administrative, health, education, information technology, environment or developmental work.
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New vacancies across 12 National Departments and 5 Provincial Administrations
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Closing dates mainly on 11 August (e.g., Basic Education, Health, Police) and 18–19 August (adjusted listings in Limpopo, Mpumalanga)
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Popular departments include Basic Education, Defence, Employment & Labour, Justice & Constitutional Development, Water & Sanitation, among others
🔹 Key Details at a Glance
| Department / Region | Number of Vacancies | Closing Dates |
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| National Departments (12) | Many roles | Mostly August 2025 |
| Provincial Administrations (5) | Numerous | Varies: 11–19 August 2025 |
Circular 01 of 02 January 2026
| Posting Date: 22 August 2025 Full Document: Circular 23 (click here to view the full document) WhatsApp Channel: DPSA Vacancy Circular Directions: Click on the name of the department / administration to view vacancies in that particular section |
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Specific listings for provinces such as Eastern Cape, Gauteng, and Western Cape are included
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Some positions have extended deadlines:
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Limpopo Youth Dev. Director (now fixed-term): August 2025
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Mpumalanga Tour Guide auxiliary officer: August 2025
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🛠 How to Apply
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Download the Circular 22 PDF from the DPSA Vacancy Circular page
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Identify suitable vacancies by department/province and note the ref number, qualifications, and closing date.
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Complete the latest Z83 application form (version effective 1 January 2021) and prepare:
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A detailed CV
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Certified ID and qualification copies
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Submit as specified (email, postal or online) before the published closing date (most by 11 July).
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Shortlisted candidates undergo suitability checks: criminal, citizenship, qualification, and financial checks, with correspondence to those selected only
🔍 What You Should Do Today
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Download Circular 23 from the DPSA website
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Scan the PDF for relevant national or provincial roles
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Apply early—most close on 11 July 2025, others between 18–19 July
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Keep tabs on Circular 23 if additional roles are published this week (expected 4 July 2025)
