Department of Water and Sanitation Administration Clerk and Community Development Officer Vacancies 2026

The Department of Water and Sanitation invites applications for 12 vacancies at the Limpopo-Olifants Catchment Management Agency. There are six Administration Clerk (Production) posts paying R237 453 per year and six Community Development Officer posts paying R338 106 per year. Both roles are available in Polokwane, Hartbeespoort and Bronkhorstspruit.

These government job opportunities cover two types of work. Administration Clerks support daily office operations, while Community Development Officers work with communities and stakeholders on development programmes and water and sanitation projects.

Quick Key Details

Who Should Apply

• Administration Clerk (Production): Applicants with a Senior Certificate, Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification who can handle office records, data capturing and routine enquiries. The advert does not specify a minimum period of work experience.
• Community Development Officer: Applicants with an NQF Level 6 National Diploma or N Diploma in Social Sciences, one to two years of experience in community development and a valid driver’s licence.

About the Agency

The Limpopo-Olifants Catchment Management Agency is a public water resource management entity of the Department of Water and Sanitation. The advert notes that agency employees have terms and conditions similar to those in the public service, although they are employed by the agency outside the Public Service Act.

Available Positions and Locations

Use the LOCMA reference for your chosen centre when selecting the vacancy on the portal.

Minimum Requirements

Administration Clerk (Production)

• A Senior Certificate, Grade 12 certificate or relevant qualification.
• Knowledge of clerical procedures and the ability to use a computer, capture data and compile administrative statistics.
• Basic knowledge of human resource rules and government operating systems such as PERSAL, BAS and LOGIS.
• Understanding of public service legislation and workplace procedures.
• Planning, organisation, problem solving, language and communication skills.
• Ability to work with colleagues and clients, adapt to changing tasks and act with accountability and integrity.

Experience: The official advert does not specify a minimum work experience requirement.

Community Development Officer

• An NQF Level 6 National Diploma or N Diploma in Social Sciences.
• One to two years of experience in a community development environment.
• Disclosure of a valid, unexpired driver’s licence.
• Knowledge of community development, community dynamics, human behaviour, social systems and legislation relevant to community interventions.
• Basic financial management knowledge and the ability to coordinate community structures, manage projects and encourage participation.
• Research, facilitation, presentation, computer and problem solving skills, with good written and verbal communication.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administration Clerk (Production)

The clerks will work in Corporate Support Services: Auxiliary Services. Their duties include:

• Capturing and retrieving records, updating registers and statistics, maintaining files and responding to routine enquiries.
• Drafting routine correspondence and distributing documents and packages.
• Obtaining quotations, completing procurement forms and keeping stationery and asset records up to date.
• Maintaining leave, attendance and personnel records and arranging travel and accommodation.
• Recording expenditure, checking travel and subsistence claims and handling telephone accounts and petty cash.

Community Development Officer

The officers will work in Institutional and Stakeholder Engagement. Their duties include:

• Assessing community needs and services, preparing community profiles and helping set project priorities, budgets and timelines.
• Coordinating development activities with communities, government bodies and other partners, then monitoring progress and reporting results.
• Maintaining records and databases, contributing to policy work and supporting local organisations with registration and compliance.
• Organising awareness campaigns and helping project steering committees access training and resources.
• Supporting community participation throughout the planning and delivery of bulk water and sanitation projects.

Required Documents

At the Application Stage

Complete the online Z83 through the department’s recruitment portal. Fill in all required fields. Applicants who hold professional or occupational registration must complete the applicable fields in Part B.

If Shortlisted

Bring the requested supporting documents to the interview. These may include your ID, qualifications and driver’s licence where applicable. Shortlisted applicants with foreign qualifications must provide the applicable SAQA evaluation certificate. Foreign nationals or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from their country of origin if shortlisted, as specified in the circular.

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How to Apply

1. Open the official Department of Water and Sanitation recruitment portal.
2. Find the vacancy using the LOCMA reference for your chosen role and centre.
3. Confirm that the job title and location match your selection.
4. Complete the online Z83 and provide all information requested by the portal.
5. Review your details and submit before the closing time.

Before You Submit

Check your reference number carefully. For example, LOCMA 46 is the Administration Clerk reference for Bronkhorstspruit, while LOCMA 44 is the Community Development Officer reference for the same centre.

Where to Submit

Apply Online Here

Applications must be submitted online. The telephone numbers below are for enquiries.

Enquiries

• Administration Clerk (Production): Mr AA Lessing — 013 591 8900.
• Community Development Officer: Mr S Shibambu — 013 759 7326.

Closing Date

Friday, 20 November 2026 at 16:30. Late applications will not be accepted.

Selection and Employment Equity

Shortlisted candidates are subject to suitability checks and must complete a practical exercise and an integrity assessment. The department will contact only shortlisted candidates. If you receive no feedback within three months of the advertisement, consider your application unsuccessful.

Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The department will consider its Employment Equity targets when filling the vacancies.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I apply with Grade 12?
Yes. Grade 12 is accepted for Administration Clerk (Production), provided you meet the other advertised requirements.

2. Is work experience required for the clerk posts?
The advert does not specify a minimum period of experience. It does list clerical knowledge and computer skills.

3. Can I apply for Community Development Officer with a diploma in any field?
The advert specifies an NQF Level 6 National Diploma or N Diploma in Social Sciences.

4. How much experience do Community Development Officers need?
One to two years in a community development environment.

5. Which role requires a driver’s licence?
The Community Development Officer advert requires applicants to disclose a valid, unexpired driver’s licence.

6. Are there vacancies in Limpopo?
Yes. Polokwane has two Administration Clerk posts and one Community Development Officer post.

7. Are the salary figures monthly or annual?
They are annual: R237 453 for Administration Clerk and R338 106 for Community Development Officer.

8. Do I need to upload copies of my ID and qualifications with my initial application?
The circular says these supporting documents are required at the interview stage for shortlisted candidates.

9. Can I submit my application by email?
No. Applications must go through the department’s online recruitment portal.

10. What time do applications close?
The portal lists 16:30 on 20 November 2026 for all six references.

Final Word

Choose the role that matches your qualifications and experience, then check the reference for your preferred centre before submitting your online Z83.

Sources and References

DPSA Circular 40 of 2026: Department of Water and Sanitation, Annexure O

Disclaimer

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