The Department of Defence and other government departments in South Africa are offering multiple entry-level job opportunities across various locations. These positions provide competitive salaries and require minimal experience, making them ideal for recent graduates and job seekers looking to start their careers in public service. The closing date for all applications is 24 July 2026.
Available Internships and Entry-Level Positions
Department of Defence Opportunities
The Department of Defence is recruiting for a range of entry-level positions including Provisioning Administration Clerks, Administration Clerks, Secretaries, Handyman, Cleaners, Groundsmen, Food Services Aids, and General Store Assistants. These roles are located across multiple centres such as 3 Military Hospital Bloemfontein, Military Health Combat Training Centre Lohatla, Institute for Maritime Medicine Simonstown, and various Military Health Training Formation headquarters.
- Position Titles: Provisioning Administration Clerk, Administration Clerk, Personnel Official, Secretary, Handyman, Cleaner, Groundsman, Food Services Aid, General Store Assistant
- Salary Range: R144 024 – R279 708 per annum (Levels 02 to 05)
- Qualifications: Minimum Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or ABET qualification depending on the post
- Experience: No experience required for most positions; some require 0-6 months relevant experience
- Locations: Bloemfontein, Pretoria, Durban, Simonstown, Potchefstroom, Wynberg, Lephalale, Qqeberha, and others
Other Government Department Vacancies
Additional entry-level and mid-level vacancies are available in the Department of Basic Education, Department of Civilian Secretariat for Police Service, and Department of Cooperative Governance. Positions include Senior Administrative Officer, Executive Personal Assistant, Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Accounting Clerk, Supply Chain Management Clerk, Assistant Director roles, and Deputy Director roles.
- Salary Range: R237 453 – R932 292 per annum (Levels 02 to 11)
- Qualifications: From Grade 12 certificates to relevant diplomas and degrees (NQF Levels 4 to 7)
- Experience: Ranges from no experience to 3-5 years depending on the role
- Location: Primarily Pretoria
Application Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirements for their chosen position, ranging from ABET Level 4 and Grade 12 certificates for entry-level posts to relevant diplomas and degrees for more senior roles. Experience requirements vary, with most entry-level positions requiring no prior experience.
Z83 Application Form
Applicants must complete the Z83 Application Form when applying for Department of Defence vacancies. This form is essential for processing your application within the DPSA system.