Personnel Officer East London Jobs in South Africa

The Department of Employment and Labour is offering a Personnel Officer post in Human Resources Management at its Provincial Office in East London. This is a re-advertisement, so people who applied before must re-apply. The salary is R237 453 per annum, and applications close on 13 November 2026 at 16:00 for walk-in applications and 23:59 for online applications.

About the company and the work

The Department of Employment and Labour supports fair workplaces and a wide range of employment services across South Africa. Its human resources teams handle the people processes behind that work, including appointments, service benefits and the records that keep employment information accurate.

Role details and duties

The post supports human resources administration in the provincial office. In broad terms, the work covers helping administer service benefits for employees, supporting recruitment and selection processes, capturing and updating personal data on the PERSAL system, and attending to client enquiries.

The reference number is HR4/4/1/14.

Requirements

Only the requirements stated in the advertisement are listed here:

• Matriculation or Grade 12 Senior Certificate, plus a Certificate in the Human Resource Management field
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures, human resources related systems such as PERSAL, and Batho Pele principles
• Skills in computer literacy, analytical thinking, communication, and planning and organising

Where to find and apply safely

This vacancy appears in DPSA Circular 39 of 2026, in the Employment and Labour section, post 39/18. Apply using the new Z83 form, with an updated comprehensive CV, and quote the correct post title and reference number. The application email shown in the advertisement is [email protected]. Use only the details in the official advertisement, and do not pay anyone for an application.

Practical tips

Because this is a re-advertisement, do not rely on an earlier application. Complete a fresh Z83 form in full, initial and sign it, and check that the reference number is correct before sending.

How the process works

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and shortlisted candidates may be asked to submit certified copies of their qualifications and related documents on or before the day of the interview. If you have not been contacted within eight weeks after the closing date, the department’s general note indicates that the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Important information

This page is informational only. It does not replace the official DPSA advertisement, and it does not guarantee an interview or appointment. Always check the closing date, reference number and application instructions in the original PDF before applying.

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