LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE, HUMAN SETTLEMENTS AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS 

The Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements & Traditional Affairs would like to invite suitably qualified candidates who are creative, energetic, self-driven, and hardworking and have a passion for improving the standard of living of citizens of Limpopo, to apply for the positions as they appear below. 

APPLICATIONS : Should be submitted online through Hand http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za delivered applications should be submitted to 28 Market Street (Next to UNISA) Registry Office (First Floor by 16h00 daily) or alternatively post to The Director: HRMA&EW; Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Private Bag X9485, Polokwane, 0700. 

CLOSING DATE : 17 July 2026 

NOTE : The Department of CoGHSTA is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department to achieve its employment equity targets. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender, youth, and disability) through the filling of this post(s) with a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote representativity in line with the numerical targets as contained in our Employment Equity Plan. In filling of vacant posts, the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996), the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) section 15 (Affirmative Action measures) and 20 (Employment Equity Plan) and relevant Human Resources Policies and HR Plan of the department will be taken into consideration. In line with the commitment to promoting representivity in the filling of entry-level positions, preference may be given to unemployed youth and CoGHSTA’s interns and learners who have successfully completed their respective skills development programmes. Note: Applications should be submitted on a New Z83 form obtainable from all Public Service Departments or at www.dpsa.gov.za (must be completed in full), and a comprehensive copy of your Curriculum Vitae only (Certified copies of ID matric certificate, drivers’ license and qualifications will be requested from shortlisted candidates only). The specific reference number for the post must be quoted. Short-listed candidates for the above posts will be subjected to a Security clearance and verification of qualifications. Certified copies of educational qualifications (or any other required certificates and/or results on the post), academic records, identity documents and a valid driver’s license (where required) will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date, failure to produce the requested certified copies on the day of the interview process, will result in an automatic disqualification from the process. As per the DPSA directive on Human Resources Management & Development for Public Service Professionalization Volume 1, number 1.32.1, “All shortlisted candidates including SMS shall undertake two (2) pre-entry assessments. One (1) will be a technical exercise, and the other one (1) will be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Following the interview process, All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Successful incumbents will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. Failure to comply with the requirements will result in the applicants being disqualified. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are hereby advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No.3 of 2000 The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall among other determinations be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. 

OTHER POSTS

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER (X10 POSTS) 

Branch: Cooperative Governance 

Re-advertisement, those who have applied previously do not need to re-apply. 

SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07) 

CENTRE : Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/1 Blouberg Ward 06 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/2 Lepelle-Nkumpi Ward 19 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/3 Mogalakwena Ward 01 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/4 Mogalakwena Ward 09 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/5 Greater Giyani Ward 19 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/6 Greater Letaba Ward 11 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/7 Makhuduthamaga Ward 09 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/8 Makhuduthamaga Ward 20 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/9 Collins Chabane Ward 32 

Ref No: CoGHSTA 38/26/10 Makhado Ward 03 

REQUIREMENTS : Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) in Public Administration or related as recognized by SAQA. National Certificate in Community Development will be an added advantage. Minimum of 1 year relevant experience and valid driver’s license (with exception of person with disability). Core And Process Competencies: Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, Batho Pele principles; public service act; computer literacy; Dynamics; culture and language of the target community. Skills & Competencies: Computer literacy; Negotiation skills; Presentation skills; Planning and organizing skills; Time management; Communication skills (verbal & written); Interpersonal skills; Computer skills. 

DUTIES : Compile ward profiling; Identification of service delivery cases; Identification of community concerns; Conduct household visits. 

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Malahlela Nora Tel No: (015) 294 2224/ Ms. Mabina Reneilwe (015) 294 2046 

NOTE : Shortlisted candidates for these positions will be requested to submit proof of residence.

EE Target: Youth, African Female, Coloured Male & Female, White Female, Indian Male & Female, Persons with Disability (Blouberg 38/26/1) 

EE Target: Youth, African Male, Coloured Male & Female, White Female, Indian Male & Female, Persons with Disability Lepelle-Nkumpi 3//26/2, Mogalakwena 38/26/3 & 38/26/4, Greater Giyani 38/26/5, Greater Letaba 38/26/6, Makhuduthamaga 38/26/7 & 38/26/8, Collins Chabane 38/26/9 

EE Target: Youth, African Male & Female, Coloured Male & Female, White Female, Indian Male & Female, Persons with Disability (Makhado 38/26/9)