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Department of Employment and Labour (DEL): UI Claims Officer Vacancies X67 Posts

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The mission of the Department of Employment and Labour is to regulate the South African labour market for a sustainable economy through: appropriate legislation and regulations; inspection, compliance monitoring and enforcement; protection of human rights; provision of employment services; promotion of equity; social and income protection; and social dialogue.

Department of Employment and Labour (DEL): UI Claims Officer Vacancies X67 Posts.

The Department of Employment and Labour is recruiting 67 UI Claims Officers at various centres in KwaZulu-Natal to support UIF claims processing and administrative duties.

Vacancies Breakdown:

  • Dundee Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/33 (X6 Posts)
  • Estcourt Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/34 (X5 Posts)
  • Kokstad Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/35 (X6 Posts)
  • Ladysmith Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/36 (X5 Posts)
  • Newcastle Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/37 (X5 Posts)
  • Greytown Satellite Office – Ref No: HR4/4/5/38 (X4 Posts)
  • Pinetown Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/39 (X2 Posts)
  • Port Shepstone Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/40 (X3 Posts)
  • Richards Bay Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/41 (X1 Post)
  • Richmond Satellite Office – Ref No: HR4/4/5/42 (X6 Posts)
  • Stanger Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/43 (X4 Posts)
  • Ulundi Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/44 (X4 Posts)
  • Jozini Satellite Office – Ref No: HR4/4/5/45 (X6 Posts)
  • Verulam Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/46 (X3 Posts)
  • Vryheid Labour Centre – Ref No: HR4/4/5/47 (X5 Posts)
  • Pongola Satellite Office – Ref No: HR4/4/45/48 (X2 Posts)

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
  • 0–6 months experience
  • Knowledge of UIF legislation, Public Service regulations, and Batho Pele principles
  • Skills: Good communication (verbal and written), computer literacy, decision-making, customer relations

Duties:

  • Receive, assess and process UIF claims
  • Register employers and verify employee declarations
  • Execute approved payments and handle enquiries
  • Perform related administrative functions

Enquiries:

(Select based on location)

  • Dundee: Ms T Khumalo – (034) 212 2421
  • Estcourt: Ms J Fakazi – (036) 352 7767
  • Kokstad: Mr S Ngqoza – (039) 727 2140
  • Ladysmith: Ms L Radebe – (036) 638 1900
  • Newcastle: Mr S Pillay – (034) 312 3334
  • Greytown: Mr M September – (033) 341 5300
  • Pinetown: Mr B Gwala – (031) 701 7740
  • Port Shepstone: Mr S Biyase – (039) 682 2406
  • Richards Bay: Mr I Ximba – (035) 760 1614
  • Richmond: Mr P Mtolo – (033) 212 2768
  • Stanger: Ms S Mkhize – (032) 551 7300
  • Ulundi & Jozini: Mr T Nkosi – (035) 879 8800
  • Verulam: Mr B Zondi – (032) 541 5600
  • Vryheid & Pongola: Mr F Dladla – (034) 980 8916

How to apply

Attach: Z83 form + CV (combined as one PDF document). Use correct post title and reference number in the subject line.

Apply Online via Email (per location):

Ensure all documents are submitted before the closing time.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

For full vacancy details, view the circular here:
Click to download DPSA Circular 20 of 2025 (PDF)