The Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively (specifically Persons with Disabilities and Women), will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. The candidates from the represented groups will be considered, should there be no suitable candidates from the unrepresented groups who can be recruited.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Directorate: Commercial Development
Centre: Head Office: Polokwane
Remuneration: R325 101 – R382 959 per annum (Level 07)
- Project Administrative Officer
Ref No: C2/25/33
- Bookings & Reservation Officer
Ref No: C2/25/34 (X2 POSTS)
Requirements:
- An NQF 6 qualification in Tourism Management / Hospitality Management /Business Management / Marketing Management or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Two (2) to three (3) years’ working experience in the Sales and Marketing field. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). No criminal record. Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge and the ability to interpret and apply directives, policy, guidelines, environmental legislation and sales and marketing strategies. Computer literacy. Analytical skills. Problem solving and analysis skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication skills (verbal and written). Customer relationship management. People management. Leadership skills. Financial management skills. Project management.
Duties:
- Implement commercialisation of nature reserves. Implement LWR Revenue Enhancement Projects. Facilitate and coordinate LWR EPWP Projects. Facilitate and coordinate community and stakeholder engagements. Implement strategic marketing plans and sales plans for Limpopo Wildlife Resorts (LWR). Render advertising and promotion activities, including print, online, electronic media and direct mail. Implement product positioning, packaging and pricing strategy to produce the highest possible long-term market share. Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners. Manage sales/marketing operating budget. Identify media, trade marketing and advertising platforms. Provide after-sales services to customer base. Recruit new customers. Update information on the website and publications regularly. Post all activities on social media platforms. Respond to online enquiries, complaints and compliments. Conduct all sales promotional activities. Distribution of collaterals for resorts. Coordinate product promotion and advertising. Coordinate co-marketing with the concessionaires in the resort. Coordinate resort marketing initiatives and proposals. Coordinate resorts’ marketing reports. Report writing.
- Personnel Officer: Conditions of Service
Ref No: C2/25/35 (X2 POSTS)
Directorate: Human Resource Management & Development
Remuneration: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre:
- Sekhukhune District: Lebowakgomo (X1 Post)
- Vhembe District: Thohoyandou (X1 Post)
Requirements:
- An NQF 6 qualification in Human Resource Management or equivalent, in the field of HRM, as recognized by SAQA. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in Human Resource Management: Conditions of Services field will be an added advantage. Successful completion PERSAL Administration training will be an added advantage. Valid South African driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and PILIR. Knowledge of relevant government legislative prescripts. Knowledge of PERSAL system. Knowledge of PCM system. Business writing skills. Report and analysis skills. Computer literacy. Accurate data capturing. Data management skills. Presentation and communication skills. Financial and change management skills. Programme and project management skills. Problem solving skills. Client orientation skills. Policy development skills.
Duties:
- Render effective administration process of all types of service terminations (death, resignations, retirements, contract expiry, and discharge). Administer leave process including Policy and Procedure on Incapacity Leave and health Retirement (PILIR). Processing of leave gratuities/discounting, administer long service awards, medical aid and housing allowance. Administer termination of service and processing of pension documents. Capture and process PERSAL Transactions related to service benefits. Processing of pension benefits. Utilise resources effectively. Adhere to Batho Pele Principles, Service Standards as well as human resource policies and procedures.
- Revenue Clerk
Ref No: C2/25/36 (X2 POSTS)
Directorate: Management Accounting
Remuneration: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre:
- Sekhukhune District: Lebowakgomo (X1 Post)
- Waterberg District: Lephalale Service Centre (X1 Post)
Requirements:
- An NQF 4 qualification (Grade 12) with Accounting as a subject or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. An appropriate NQF 6 qualification in Financial Management / Accounting / Management Accounting will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge of PFMA, DORA and Treasury regulations. Computer literacy. People management and communication skills. Interpersonal relations and analytical skills. Financial management.
Duties:
- Issuing of receipts and safeguarding of revenue assets and stock registers. Ensure that all revenue is collected, recorded and banked as prescribed in the revenue policy and procedure manual. Ensure proper safe keeping of face value stock. Compile monthly revenue statistics. Clearing of exceptions in financial accounts.
- Senior Field Ranger
Ref No: C2/25/37 (X3 POSTS)
Directorate: Provincial Protected Areas Management
Remuneration: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Centre:
- Langjan Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Mphaphuli Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Requirements:
- An NQF 4 (Grade 12) / ABET / AET level 3 qualification or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A National Diploma in Nature Conservation or related will be an added advantage. Valid SAPS Firearm Competency Certificate. Related training is essential (from SAWC or any other accredited institution). One (1) to two (2) years’ working experience in the Nature Conservation field. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Physically fit. No criminal record. Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of nature reserve management and nature conservation legislations and policies (national and provincial). Ability to use a firearm. Computer literacy. Problem solving and analysis skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication skills.
Duties:
- Assist with the protection of the nature reserve and its natural resources. Lead teams with the following: law enforcement operations / programmes (nature conservation patrols), inspection and repair the boundary fence, infrastructure maintenance, manage visitors’ behaviour and actions in the reserve, reporting non-compliance, assist with fire management services and assist with access control. Assist with monitoring of ecological processes, habitats and biodiversity in the nature reserve which include: gathering biological and ecological data, identify and conduct ecological rehabilitation programs such as soil erosion controls, alien plants removal and bush encroachment programs. Assist Wildlife Management in other areas and communities. Conduct conservation management programmes (water provision and fire management). Assist with game monitoring programmes. Assist with administration activities.
- Messenger/Driver: Records & Knowledge Management
Ref No: C2/25/38
Directorate: Security & Facility Management
Remuneration: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
Centre: Sekhukhune District: Lebowakgomo
Requirements:
- An NQF 3 (Grade 8 / ABET / AET) qualification or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Seven (7) to twelve (12) months experience in driving will be an added advantage. A valid PDP licence. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of messenger services. Knowledge of planning and organising. Knowledge of roads and places. Knowledge of messenger services. Computer literacy. Good people skills. High level of reliability. Basic written communication skills. The ability to act with tact and discretion. Good grooming and presentation skills. Ability to operate photocopier machine. Organisational skills.
Duties:
- Drive light and medium motor vehicles to transport passengers and deliver other items such as mail and documents. Do routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and report defects timely. Complete all the required and prescribed records and logs books with regard to the vehicle and the goods handled. Collect mail and documents from all over as requested. Collect mail from post office including heavy boxes. Deliver invitations to stakeholders e.g. business group. Collect stationery and goods from stores. Collect and deliver documentation and related items in the department. Copy and fax documents. Assist in the registry activities. Attend to district logistical support services. Provide transport services for the district officials.
- Field Ranger
Ref No: C2/25/39 (X15 POSTS)
Directorate: Provincial Protected Areas Management
Re-advertisements, all applicants who previously applied need to re-apply if interested as the previous applications will not be considered.
Remuneration: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
Centre:
- Atherstone Nature Reserve (X2 Posts) (X1 Post re-advertisement)
- Brackenridge Nature Reserve (X1 Post) (re-advertisement)
- Hans Merensky Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Langjan Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Makapans Valley WHS (X1 Post)
- Matrompie Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Modjadji Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Mokolo Dam Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Mphaphuli Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
- Nwanedi Nature Reserve (X2 Posts) (re-advertisement)
- Turfloop Nature Reserve (X2 Posts)
- Witvinger Nature Reserve (X1 Post)
Requirements:
- An NQF 4 (Grade 12 / ABET / AET level 3) qualification or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Valid SAPS Firearm Competency Certificate (handgun/rifle/shotgun). Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Physically fit. No criminal record. Experience in conservation management programs will be an added advantage. Conservation training certificate / qualification is essential from accredited institution. Skills And Knowledge: Knowledge of nature reserve management and nature conservation legislations and policies (national and provincial). Ability to use a firearm. Problem solving and analysis skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication skills.
Duties:
- Assist with the protection of the nature reserve and its natural resources. Conduct law enforcement operations / programs (nature conservation patrols). Inspect and repair the boundary fence. Infrastructure maintenance. Manage visitors’ behaviour and actions in reserves. Report non-compliance. Assist with fire management services. Assist with access control. Assist with monitoring of ecological processes, habitats and biodiversity in nature reserves which include gathering biological and ecological data. Identify and conduct ecological rehabilitation programmes such as soil erosion controls, alien plants removal and bush encroachment programmes. Assist Wildlife Management in other areas and communities. Conduct conservation management programmes (water provision and fire management programmes). Assist with game monitoring and management programmes.
- Chef
Ref No: C2/25/40
Directorate: Provincial Protected Areas Management
Remuneration: R193 359 – R227 766 per annum (Level 04)
Centre: Nylsvlei Nature Reserve
Requirements:
- An NQF 4 qualification (Grade 12 / ABET / AET certificate) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A certificate (NQF 2) of assistant Chef. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience as an Assistant Chef in the Food and Beverages field will be an added advantage. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Physically fit. No criminal record. Skills And Knowledge: Problem solving and analysis skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to operate elementary machines and equipment. Ability to supervise a team. Ability to work under sustained pressure. Computer literacy. Thorough knowledge of the professional cookery in hospitality environment. Willingness to work long extraordinary hours. Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, food safety practices and nutrition. Exceptional supervisory skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse kitchen team. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. A passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences. Ability to organize. Integrity. Professionalism. Service orientation. Decision-making ability. Delivering results and meeting standards and expectations. Good leadership ability and able to motivate a team. Conflict resolution. Innovative. Can easily adapt to change.
Duties:
- Facilitate the menu planning and costing. Ordering and stock control. Implement Health and Safety Regulations and Standards. Maintain operational equipment. Staff supervision. Organize food service at buffet stations and service of special dietary requirements. Follow food hygiene and safety standards during storage and production of food. Assist with monthly and quarterly asset stock take of kitchen equipment and reporting of shrinkage. Ensure that all fridges, freezers and store facilities are clean, neat and packed according to unit standards. Administer general mass matters. Administer register stock taking and mass purchases. Control mass stock. Set up the kitchen for meals preparations with cooking utensils and equipment. Plan, pre-preparation and cook of food as per healthy menu. Ensure well cooked food and appealing plate presentation. Serve meals and provide waiter service. Coordinate Chef on Wheels services.
- Cleaner: Work Environment & Facility Services
Ref No: C2/25/41 (X3 POSTS)
Directorate: Security & Facility Management
Remuneration: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 02)
Centre:
- Mopani District: Giyani (X1 Post)
- Sekhukhune District: Lebowakgomo (X2 Posts)
Requirements:
- An NQF 3 qualification (Grade 8 / ABET / AET certificate) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Skills And Knowledge: Must be able to function in a team. Willing to receive guidance and instructions. Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques. Ability to use cleaning equipment and products, application thereof according to specified cleaning techniques to ensure acceptable clean and neat appearance of building. Understanding of basic hygiene practices. Chemical handling skills. Knowledge of cleaning products an applications. Ability to read and write. Communication and listening skills. Planning, organising and people skills.
Duties:
- Cleaning of offices, reception area, corridors, elevators, boardrooms, kitchen, restrooms, equipment, state property and assets on a daily basis. Keep and maintain cleaning materials and equipment. Empty office dustbins daily and dispose of all refuse appropriately in the refuse bins for collection. Check bathrooms cleanliness regularly. Clean windows on the inside and outside. Store all cleaning equipment and products neatly in the designed cupboards. Provide assistance in the preparations of meetings in boardrooms. Serving water / tea / coffee. Request cleaning materials.
- Room Attendant
Ref No: C2/25/42
Directorate: Provincial Protected Areas Management
Remuneration: R138 486 – R163 131 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve
Requirements:
- An NQF 3 qualification (Grade 8 / ABET / AET certificate) or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A housekeeping certificate will be an added advantage. Physically fit. No criminal record. Skills And Knowledge: Ability to work independently and under sustained pressure. Excellent communication and customer relations services skills. Ability to interact with guests and addressing their needs according to job resources. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and holidays. Time management skills. Ability to complete tasks efficiently and prioritize workload. Must have knowledge of cleaning products and equipment. Ability to execute instructions. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Adaptability. Be physically fit to perform tasks like lifting, carrying and moving heavy items. Work under extreme weather conditions (cold and hot). People skills. Ability to organise. Service orientation. Decision-making ability. Be self-motivated. Conflict management. Innovation skills.
Duties:
- Cleaning tourism facilities, ensuring that guest rooms are properly cleaned, empty waste bins, rooms are properly prepared with clean linen. Clean kitchen, crockery and cutlery. Housekeeping services- remove, wash, iron and store linen properly Guest suppliers are provided and regularly cleaned. Cleaning public areas – all tourist’ facilities and surroundings are always clean and ready for use by guests. Always adhere to hospitality standards. Ensure records of stock and amenities. Light bulbs are checked and replaced if necessary. Report damaged items in the guest rooms. Complete hospitality forms from guest. Cleaning of conference halls.
Enquiries: Ms WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691
Applications:
- Applicants should apply through the following website
- Applications can also be hand delivered to: Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700
- Posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700.
- E-mailed or Hand delivered or posted applications (hard copies): E-mail address to use is erecruitment@ledet.gov.za (Put post reference number in subject line).
Due Date: 06 October 2025 @ 16h30
NOTE: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. Applications on e-Recruitment system: Applicants should apply through the following website: The application on eRecruitment system must be accompanied by a recent comprehensive CV. The applicant’s failure to attach a resent comprehensive CV will result in the application not being considered/disqualified. Applicants using the eRecruitment System must ensure that all fields are completed correctly as similarly prescribed in the Z83 application form as specified by the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation Volume 1, paragraph1.30. The applicant confirms and come to an agreement that all the information presented in his/her electronic application is true, correct and legally binding as soon as he/she submit the application. The confirmation of the application is deemed to be the signature of the Z83. Hand delivered or posted applications (hard copies): Applicants who choose to apply using the hand delivery method (hard copies), must submit their applications on the new Z83 forms as issued by the Minister for Public Service and Administration in line with Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulations, 2016, ), obtainable from any Public Service Department or downloaded. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents but must submit the fully completed new Z83 and a resent comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. The applicant’s failure to fully complete the Z83 and also attach a recent comprehensive CV will result in the application not being considered / disqualified. The new Z83 application form can be obtained from all Government Departments or can be downloaded from www.dpsa.gov.za. The new Z83 form must be fully completed, signed and initialled by the applicant. Please use your signature or valid e-signature and not your name written in block/typed print. A Z83 not signed will be deemed a regret. The comprehensive completion of the Z83 form by the applicant must assist the selection committee toward the suitability assessment of the candidate, based on the information provided on the form. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: Part A: All fields must be completed in full. Part B: All fields must be completed in full except when: Passport number: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers. An applicant has responded “no” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? If yes, (provide the details)”, then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate not applicable or leave blank to the question, “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interests?” “If your professional or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration.” – Some applicants may not be in possession of such therefore it is acceptable if left blank or if not applicable is indicated. Part C: All fields must be completed. Part D: All fields must be completed. Part E, F & G: Noting that there is limited space provided applicants often indicate ‘refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached’, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application of employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed (Please use your signature or valid e-signature and not your name written in block/typed print. A Z83 not signed will be deemed a regret). A specific reference number for the post applied for must be quoted in the space provided on the new Z83 form. The Department will request the shortlisted candidate to submit the certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to Human Resources Management and Development on / or before the date of the interview. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and therefore must submit the copies of certificates and evidence of evaluation by SAQA for foreign qualification if they are invited to attend interviews. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical test, integrity assessment, personal suitability checks in line with Regulation 57(1)(c), the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The candidates shortlisted for posts on salary level 9 to 14, will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the applicable prescripts. Applicants are not required to submit certified copies of educational qualifications, academic record, identity document and a valid driver’s licence (where required) with their application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies on or before the day of the interview. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their applications reach the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism before the stipulated closing date. No faxed or emailed applications will be considered. The Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism reserve the right not to fill any of these advertised posts. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be reappointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered. Successful incumbents will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. For Management Echelon posts: In order to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS, a further requirement for appointment at SMS level will be the successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government with effect from 01 April 2020. This is a Public Service specific training programme which will be applicable for appointments at SMS post. The link. The selection panel will, following the interview recommend a candidate to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Correspondence will, due to the large number of applications envisaged to be received, be limited to short-listed candidates only, and the applicant should accept that his/her application has been unsuccessful should he/she not have heard from the Department within 4 months of the closing date. However, applicants are hereby advised to request reasons from the Department for any administrative actions which has adversely affected them, within 4 months, should there be any dissatisfaction in terms of section 5, sub-section 1 and 2 of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. The Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation or meals) for candidates attending interviews. The contents of the advertised post will also be posted on the following website
