The Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) is an equal opportunity and representative employer committed to promoting fairness, diversity, and inclusivity within the Public Service. In line with its approved Employment Equity Plan, the OPSC prioritises representivity in terms of race, gender, and disability when filling vacant positions.
Applicants from designated groups, particularly Coloureds, Indians, Whites, and persons with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply. The institution also considers representivity profiles during recruitment to accelerate transformation within the public sector.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applicants are required to submit their applications through the official OPSC website at www.psc.gov.za under the “vacancies” section or submit manually/physically to:
The Acting Director-General
Office of the Public Service Commission
Private Bag X121, Pretoria, 0001
OR
Commission House, Office Park Block B
536 Francis Baard Street, Arcadia, Pretoria
For Attention: Mr M Mabuza
Closing Date: 13 May 2026 at 16h30
IMPORTANT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
All applications must include:
- A fully completed and signed Z83 application form (effective 1 January 2021)
- A comprehensive CV (PDF format) with at least three contactable referees
- Certified copies of qualifications, ID, and driver’s license (only for shortlisted candidates)
- SAQA evaluation certificate for foreign qualifications
Additional notes:
- Applications must be submitted in PDF format where applicable
- Late applications will not be considered
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo assessments, including integrity and competency evaluations
- SMS posts require completion of the NSG Nyukela pre-entry certificate
- The OPSC reserves the right to appoint or not appoint any candidate
AVAILABLE VACANCIES
1. Deputy Director: Research (Ref No: DD/R/NW/04/2026)
- Centre: North-West Provincial Office (Mmabatho)
- Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11)
- Requirements: Degree in Social Sciences/Public Administration/M&E or related field + 3–4 years’ experience
- Key Duties: Research, monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, inspections, and constitutional values compliance reporting
- Position Count: 1
2. Assistant Director: Legal Support (Ref No: ASD/LS/Various Provinces)
- Centres: Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North-West, Free State, KZN, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Western Cape
- Type: Contract (3–6 months)
- Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09) + 37% in lieu of benefits
- Requirements: LLB degree + 3 years legal experience
- Key Duties: Legal research, drafting legal opinions, contracts, litigation support, and PAIA/POPIA compliance
- Position Count: 8
3. Assistant Director: Provincial Office Support (Ref No: ASD/POS/Various Provinces)
- Centres: Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North-West, Gauteng, Free State, KZN, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape, Western Cape
- Type: Contract (3–6 months)
- Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09) + 37% in lieu of benefits
- Requirements: Diploma or Degree in Administration/HR/Public Management + 2–3 years experience
- Key Duties: Administrative support, investigations, grievance handling, monitoring compliance, and reporting
- Position Count: 9
4. Assistant Director: Communications Outreach (Ref No: ASD/CO/Various Provinces)
- Centres: North-West, Free State, KZN, Eastern Cape, Western Cape
- Type: Contract (3–6 months)
- Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09) + 37% in lieu of benefits
- Requirements: Diploma in Communications + 2–3 years experience
- Key Duties: Internal and external communications, media relations, branding, social media management, and outreach programmes
- Position Count: 5
5. State Administration Officer to Commissioner (Free State)
- Ref No: SAO/FS/04/2026
- Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
- Requirements: Degree/Diploma in Administration + 5 years experience
- Key Duties: Administrative and secretarial support, expenditure control, reporting coordination, and personal assistance
- Position Count: 1
6. State Administration Officer to Commissioner (Mpumalanga)
- Ref No: SAO/MP/04/2026
- Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
- Requirements & Duties: Same as above
- Position Count: 1
7. State Administration Officer to Commissioner (National Office – Pretoria)
- Ref No: SAO/NO/04/2026
- Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
- Requirements & Duties: Same as above
- Position Count: 1
OVERALL SUMMARY
The Office of the Public Service Commission is offering a total of 26 job positions across various provinces and administrative levels. These opportunities include contract and permanent roles in research, legal support, communications, and administration.
FINAL NOTE
These vacancies form part of the OPSC’s commitment to strengthening public service delivery through skilled, ethical, and dedicated professionals. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date and ensure all required documentation is submitted correctly.
