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DPSA Circular 19 of 2026 — 103 Government Vacancies

5 June 2026 · 4 min read

South Africa's unemployment rate remains one of the highest in the world. For millions of job seekers, a government position offers stability, benefits, and a reliable income. Every Friday, the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) publishes a new vacancy circular — but navigating a 110-page PDF to find relevant jobs is not simple.

DPSA Circular 19 of 2026 was published on 5 June 2026 and contains 103 vacancies across national departments and provinces. Most positions close on 22 June 2026. You can search all 103 jobs by province and salary at groco.co.za.


Featured Jobs — DPSA Circular 19 of 2026

Job TitleDepartmentLocationSalaryClosing DateReference
Chief Director: Employment ServicesEmployment and LabourNational (Head Office)R1 554 696 p.a.22 June 2026HR4/26/06/10HO
Director: Public Employment ServicesEmployment and LabourNational (Head Office)R1 317 384 p.a.22 June 2026HR4/26/06/11HO
Chief Financial OfficerSocial DevelopmentGautengR1 101 468 p.a.22 June 2026REFS/049765
Deputy Director-General: Social Welfare ServicesSocial DevelopmentGautengR1 101 468 p.a.22 June 2026REFS/049767
Director: Legal ServicesSocial DevelopmentGautengR1 101 468 p.a.22 June 2026REFS/049745
Director: Court OperationsOffice of the Chief JusticeNationalR1 101 468 p.a.22 June 20262026/41/OCJ
Senior Administration Officer: Operations (X12 Posts)Employment and LabourMultiple ProvincesR413 001 p.a.22 June 2026HR4/4/8/175
Immigration Officer: Inspectorate (X14 Posts)Home AffairsMultiple ProvincesR338 106 p.a.22 June 2026HRMC 30/26/5
Civic Services Clerk (X18 Posts)Home AffairsMultiple ProvincesR280 278 p.a.22 June 2026HRMC 30/26/7
Security OfficerEmployment and LabourLimpopoR228 321 p.a.22 June 2026HR4/4/5/08

Search all 103 jobs from this circular at groco.co.za — filter by province, salary level, and closing date.


What's in Circular 19 of 2026?

Circular 19 is a national circular — the majority of posts are in national departments rather than provincial governments. Key departments advertising this week:

  • Department of Employment and Labour — the largest contributor, with posts ranging from Office Aid to Chief Director
  • Department of Home Affairs — 35+ posts including Civic Services Clerks (x18) and Immigration Officers (x14)
  • Department of Social Development (Gauteng) — senior management posts including CFO and Director-level roles
  • Mpumalanga Department of Health — large health sector intake including medical specialists, nurses, radiographers, and clinical technologists
  • Department of Land Reform and Rural Development — multiple Director posts and field-level positions

Salary range this circular: R144,000 to R1,554,696 per year.

Most common closing date: 22 June 2026 — most positions in this circular close on the same date.


How to Apply for DPSA Government Jobs

Every South African government job application requires a completed Z83 form. The current version took effect on 1 January 2021 — applications submitted on older versions are automatically disqualified.

To apply:

  1. Download the Z83 form from dpsa.gov.za
  2. Complete all sections including the exact reference number from the circular
  3. Submit your application to the relevant department before the closing date — late applications are not accepted

At groco.co.za, click "Pre-fill my Z83" on any job listing to generate a correctly filled form with the reference number, department, and position already completed.


Beware of Government Job Scams

DPSA never charges application fees. Legitimate government vacancies are always published in the official DPSA circular at dpsa.gov.za.

Groco sources all listings directly from official DPSA circulars — every job on groco.co.za can be verified against the original PDF. If a WhatsApp message, Facebook page, or website asks you to pay to apply for a government job, it is a scam.


Circular 19 of 2026 is live on groco.co.za. Search 103 jobs by province, filter by salary level, and pre-fill your Z83 in one click — free. New circulars are added every Friday. Browse jobs now →

Frequently asked questions

When does DPSA Circular 19 of 2026 close?
Most positions in DPSA Circular 19 of 2026 close on 22 June 2026. Some positions have different closing dates — check the individual listing for the exact date. Applications submitted after the closing date will not be considered.
How many jobs are in DPSA Circular 19 of 2026?
DPSA Circular 19 of 2026 contains 103 vacancies across national departments and provinces. The largest single employer this week is the Department of Home Affairs with over 35 posts.
How do I apply for government jobs in Mpumalanga?
Download the Z83 form from dpsa.gov.za, complete all fields including the exact reference number from the circular, and submit before the closing date. groco.co.za has all Mpumalanga posts from this circular — click 'Pre-fill my Z83' on any listing to generate your form automatically.
What is the Z83 form?
The Z83 is the official application form for all South African government positions. The current version took effect on 1 January 2021 — applications on older versions are automatically disqualified. At groco.co.za, your Z83 is pre-filled with the correct reference number so you cannot submit the wrong one.

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