Employment and Labour Assistant Director Project Management Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour is seeking to appoint an Assistant Director for Project Management within the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) in Pretoria. This is a crucial role for coordinating and facilitating strategic and special projects within the Fund.

This position is offered as a three (3) year contract opportunity, providing a competitive salary of R487,197 per annum, along with an additional 37% in lieu of benefits. It is an opportunity to contribute directly to the implementation and quality management of significant projects that support the Fund's strategic objectives.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification in Project Management or Business Administration at NQF Level 6, as recognised by SAQA.
• Four (4) years of experience, including two (2) years of functional experience and two (2) years at a Practitioner level within a Project Management environment.
• Knowledge of:
• Project Management principles and methodologies.
• Project Management Information Systems (e.g., PMBOK, MS projects).
• Application of research methodology.
• Quality management principles and processes.
• Public Service Act (PSA), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Regulations (PSR).
• Labour Relation Act (LRA), Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA).
• Unemployment Insurance Amendment Act (UIA), Unemployment Insurance Contribution Act (UICA).
• Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), Promotion of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
• Skills in:
• Financial/Budget Management.
• Communication (Written and Verbal).
• Computer Literacy.
• Time Management and Interpersonal skills.
• Project Management, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Planning and Organizing.
• Analytical and Creative thinking.
• Facilitation and Negotiation.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of strategic and special projects within the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
• Facilitate strategic and special project deliverables, ensuring alignment with the Fund's objectives, quality standards, and expectations.
• Coordinate project quality management activities.
• Facilitate the implementation of strategic and special projects across the Fund.
• Manage resources, including human capital, finances, equipment, and assets within the sub-directorate.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please send your application via email to: Jobs-UIF8@labour.gov.za

Ensure your email includes the Reference Number: HR4/4/3/2ASDPM/UIF.

Applications must be submitted by September 04, 2026.