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Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) Entry Level Graduate Jobs Vacancy 2026

Department of Higher Education and Training

Education & Training (ETDP SETA)

4d left

Monthly stipend

Not stated

Closing date

24 Sept 2026

4 days left

Opportunity
Permanent
Minimum education
Degree (NQF 7)
Location
National (All Provinces)
SETA
ETDP SETA
Posted
20 Sept 2026

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Opportunity Overview

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is inviting unemployed youth to apply for various entry-level graduate positions for 2026. These opportunities are ideal for individuals looking to start their careers within a government institution, offering valuable experience and a chance to contribute to the public service. Successful candidates will play a supportive role in critical administrative functions across different departments.

Admin Clerk: Marketing and Communication

Minimum Requirements

  • National Diploma or Degree in Communication, Marketing, or Public Relations.
  • Computer literate.
  • Knowledge of social media practices and channels.
  • Understanding of brand guidelines, graphic design, and their application across various channels.
  • Knowledge of stakeholder management.
  • Knowledge of events management.
  • Knowledge of website maintenance.
  • Knowledge of policies and the governance environment of TVET Colleges, including annual reporting requirements for Higher Education Institutions.
  • Relevant work experience in marketing or communications is an advantage.
  • A valid driver’s license is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in marketing, promotions, and branding services.
  • Assist in the coordination of public relations and media liaison services.
  • Assist in the coordination of photographic services and drafting of articles.
  • Assist in the coordination of college events and communication administration services.
  • Assist in updating the content, design, and layout of the college website.

What the Work Involves

Working from the Corporate Office, the Admin Clerk for Marketing and Communication supports the department's public image and outreach efforts. Day-to-day tasks involve assisting with various promotional activities, from helping to organise college events to contributing to official articles and managing website content. This role requires attention to detail and an understanding of how to communicate effectively across different platforms, contributing to the department's engagement with its stakeholders and the public.

Administrative Clerks: Finance

Minimum Requirements

  • National Diploma or Degree in Finance, Financial Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting, Internal Auditing, or any other relevant qualification.
  • Computer literate.
  • Basic knowledge of financial functions and practices.
  • Ability to capture data, operate a computer, and collate financial statistics.
  • Basic knowledge of Public Service financial legislations, procedures, and Treasury Regulations (PFMA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, Financial Manual).
  • Knowledge of basic financial operation and ability to perform adequately and methodically under pressure.
  • Knowledge of COLTECH, SAGE evolution, and other relevant business information management systems.
  • Good administrative, basic numeracy, accuracy, people management, communication, problem-solving, planning, and organising skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Render financial accounting transactions, including receiving, checking, verifying, approving, and submitting invoices for payment.
  • Process invoices and capture payments.
  • Follow up on all outstanding student debts, including clearing of student unknown deposit accounts.
  • Prepare monthly debt management reports on outstanding debts and recoveries.
  • Reconcile campus tuition fee bank accounts.
  • Submit all refund and overpayment requests to Corporate for processing.
  • Capture all procurement requests on Pastel and follow through with procurement management.
  • Assist in the administration and control of petrol cards and college car bookings for all vehicles issued to campus (vehicles and generators).

What the Work Involves

Based at either the Carletonville Campus or Krugersdorp West Campus, the Administrative Clerk in Finance handles essential financial transactions and record-keeping. This involves processing invoices, tracking student debts, and preparing financial reports. The role requires a methodical approach to managing financial data, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, supporting the smooth operation of the campus's financial activities. You will be working with systems like Pastel, COLTECH, and SAGE evolution.

Admin Clerk: Administration Services

Minimum Requirements

  • National Diploma or Degree in Public Administration, Management Assistant, Office Management and Technology, or any other relevant qualification.
  • Computer literate.
  • Knowledge and understanding of registration processes.
  • A valid driver’s license is an advantage.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the dedicated portal by September 24, 2026. To apply, visit: https://www.graduates24.com/department-of-higher-education-and-training-dhet-entry-level-graduate-jobs

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What the 327 opportunities we currently hold say about this one.

Live permanent posts
117
Open to all provinces
24
Closing within 7 days
5

41% of the 117 live permanent posts we hold ask for Degree (NQF 7), so this listing asks for what most of them ask for.

Live permanent posts stay open for a median of 16 days between posting and closing date.

Calculated by SetaJobs from the 327 listings open on this site right now, and updated as they change.

What you'll need to apply

Send only the Z83 and your CV. Attaching certified copies now is not required, and an incomplete Z83 is the single commonest reason applications are rejected.

  • A completed Z83 form
  • Your CV
Full checklist for a national or provincial department

What this kind of post involves

A permanent post is ongoing employment with no end date, carrying full benefits and, in the public service, a defined salary level with annual notch progression. These are advertised competitively and the selection process is considerably more formal than for programme placements.

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Watch out for this

The screening is mechanical and happens before anyone reads your CV: the advert’s own application instructions are applied as written, and an incomplete or unsigned form is discarded whatever the rest of the application says.

About ETDP SETA & this sector

ETDP SETA supports education, training and development roles — a common route into teaching, ECD and community education work.

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