The Department of Employment and Labour invites South African job seekers to apply for the Client Service Officer: Assessor (X7 Posts) vacancy.
Application Closing Date: 12 May 2026 at 16:00 (walk-in) and 23:59 (online)
Location: Kariega Labour Centre (Eastern Cape, South Africa)
Overview of the Job Opportunity
This is a great entry-level government job opportunity for candidates with Matric (Grade 12) and no prior experience required.
The Department is recruiting 7 Client Service Officers (Assessors) who will support UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund) services across multiple satellite offices.
- Salary: R280 278 per annum
- Reference: POST 14/23
- Type: Full-time Government Job
Job Locations (X7 Posts)
All posts are based at Kariega Labour Centre, but successful candidates will be stationed at the following satellite offices:
- Joubertina
- Louterwater
- Misgund
- Hankey
- Patensie
- Jeffreys Bay
- Humansdorp
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must have:
- Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
- No experience required
Knowledge Required
Candidates should have basic knowledge of:
- Unemployment Insurance Act
- UIF Contributions Act
- Public Financial Management Act (PFMA)
- POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
- UIF policies and procedures
- Batho Pele Principles
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Good communication skills (verbal and written)
- Computer literacy
- Interpersonal skills
- Telephone etiquette
- Customer service skills
- Time management
- Conflict management
- Analytical thinking
- Ability to interpret UIF legislation
Key Duties
Successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Providing screening services to clients
- Processing UIF benefit applications
- Registering payment continuation forms
- Performing administrative duties
- Supporting UIF service delivery at Labour Centres
Enquiries
For more information, contact:
Ms W Koba
📞 Tel: (041) 995 7047
How to Apply
Submit your application to:
By Post:
Deputy Director: Labour Centre Operations
P.O. Box 562
Kariega
6230
Hand Delivery:
15A Chase Street
Kariega
6230
Email Applications:
📧 Jobs-ECUHG@labour.gov.za
Important Notes
- This is a re-advertisement, previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply
- Employment Equity targets apply
- Preference will be given to white male candidates as per EE plan
- Ensure all application documents are complete and correct
Why You Should Apply
- No experience required
- Stable government job with benefits
- Good starting salary (R280,278 per year)
- Opportunity to build a career in public service
- Gain experience in UIF and labour services