Department of Employment and Labour Registry Clerk Vacancy – No Experience Required
Department of Employment and Labour Registry Clerk Vacancy – No Experience Required
The Department of Employment and Labour is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for a Registry Clerk: Office of the Director-General vacancy based at the Department’s Head Office in Pretoria.
This is an excellent entry-level government job opportunity for South Africans with a Grade 12 / Matric certificate, as no previous work experience is required.
The successful candidate will assist with records management, document distribution, filing and general administrative duties within the Office of the Director-General.
Applications close on 24 August 2026.
Department of Employment and Labour Registry Clerk Vacancy
Position: Registry Clerk: Office of the DG
Department: Department of Employment and Labour
Reference Number: GAP-PRET-91903840-20260730-1
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Head Office, Pretoria
Qualification Required: Grade 12 / Matric
Experience Required: No experience required
Closing Date: 24 August 2026
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Matric / Grade 12
- No previous work experience is required
Applicants should also have knowledge of:
- Departmental policies
- Public Service Regulations
- Public Finance Management Act
- Management Information Systems
- National Archives and Records Service of South Africa Act, 43 of 1996
Skills and Competencies
Candidates should have the following skills:
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal relations
- Problem-solving skills
- Organising skills
- Computer literacy
- Coordination skills
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the smooth, efficient and effective flow of documents within the Office of the Director-General.
Key duties include:
- Receiving and distributing documents between the Office of the Director-General, the Department and other relevant structures
- Managing documents involving cluster committees and external role players
- Filing all documents according to the approved File Plan of the Office of the Director-General
- Ensuring records are managed in accordance with the National Archives Act and relevant Management Information System prescripts
- Providing general administrative support within the Office of the Director-General
- Studying relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts
- Ensuring that relevant departmental policies, regulations and administrative procedures are properly understood and applied
How to Apply
Applicants can apply online through the Employment Services of South Africa (ESSA) portal:
Applications can also be submitted by post to:
Chief Director: Human Resources Management
Private Bag X117
Pretoria
0001
Alternatively, applications can be hand delivered to:
215 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date to avoid missing the deadline.
Employment Equity Notice
In line with the Department’s Employment Equity targets, priority will be given to suitably qualified candidates from the following designated groups:
- African males
- Coloured males
- Indian males and females
- People living with disabilities
- White males and females
Applicants must still meet the minimum requirements of the position.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding this vacancy, contact:
Mr VE Myeki
Telephone: 012 309 4969
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
24 August 2026
Late applications may not be considered.
Why You Should Consider Applying
This Department of Employment and Labour Registry Clerk vacancy is particularly attractive to school leavers and entry-level job seekers because no previous work experience is required.
If you have completed Grade 12 and are interested in government administration, records management and office support, this opportunity may provide valuable experience within the South African Public Service.
