Admin Officer: Vetting – Pretoria – Department Of Employment And Labour

Admin Officer: Vetting at the Department of Employment and Labour in Pretoria, a vital government job in South Africa

Published 19 October 2026
Closing Date Closed
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About the Role

The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking an Admin Officer: Vetting to join their team in Pretoria. This vital role involves handling security clearance applications, an essential function that strengthens safety and trust within our communities. The successful candidate will contribute to public service by ensuring that security protocols are maintained and upheld, ultimately promoting a secure environment for all South Africans.

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the Z204 application forms, capturing data on the Security Vetting Database, and engaging with external stakeholders such as SAPS and SSA. By fostering these relationships, you will play a crucial part in supporting the objectives of the Department of Employment and Labour, ensuring that the vetting process is efficient and effective for the benefit of the public.

About the Department

The Department of Employment and Labour is dedicated to promoting equitable employment opportunities and ensuring compliance with labour standards throughout South Africa. Its mission encompasses protecting the rights of workers while fostering a conducive environment for economic growth and development. Working in this department means contributing to significant social impact, as you will be part of a team striving to enhance the lives of citizens through job creation and fair employment practices.

What You’ll Do

  • Issue and receive Z204 application forms for security clearance
  • Capture Z204 forms on the Security Vetting Database (SVIS)
  • Update and monitor the status of security vetting applications
  • Ensure the timely delivery or collection of security documents
  • Handle enquiries regarding the status of security clearance applications
  • Provide statistics and progress reports on vetting processes
  • Promote and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including SAPS, SSA, and credit bureaus

What You’ll Need

  • A 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Security Risk Management or an equivalent qualification at NQF 6/7 recognized by SAQA
  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience in security services
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a team
  • Excellent planning and execution capabilities
  • Knowledge of Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) and Occupational Health and Safety Act

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically via email as detailed below.

Requirements

A 3-year National Diploma or Degree in Security Risk Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 6/7 as recognized by SAQA.

2 years’ experience’ in security services.

Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Word.

Generic Competencies: Quality of work.

Initiative.

Interpersonal Relations.

Reliability.

Communication.

Teamwork.

Planning and Execution.

Technical Competencies: Office administration.

Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS) report- security services.

Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Job Duties

The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Issuing and receiving Z204 application forms.

Capturing Z204 forms on the Security Vetting Database (SVIS).

Updating and monitoring vetting database/status.

Ensuring delivery or collection of security documents as well as handling enquiries regarding the status of security clearance applications and providing statistics and progress.

Promoting relationships with external stakeholders i.

e.

SAPS, SSA and appointed credit bureaus.

Salary

R338 106 per annum (Level 07)

How to Apply

A p p l i c a t i o n s m u s t b e s u b m i t t e d e l e c t r o n i c a l l y v i a e m a i l t o : [email protected] For application enquiries contact: Mr. Sphamandla Ndlovu Tel No: (011) 763 1103/4 15 ANNEXURE D DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOUR It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this post with a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. For Enquiries: Ms M Mbengashe at 064 850 8831