Employment and Labour Assistant Director: Trade Creditors Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Employment and Labour, through its Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) in Pretoria, is offering a significant opportunity for an Assistant Director specialising in Trade Creditors. This role is crucial for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial obligations within the Fund.

This position plays a vital part in maintaining sound financial management practices, improving governance, and overseeing the efficient handling of both internal and external financial transactions. It is an excellent opportunity for experienced finance professionals seeking to contribute to a key public service institution.

Minimum Requirements

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA, in Accounting, Auditing, Business Information Systems, or Economics.
• A minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience, which must include:
• Two (2) years of functional experience within a Finance environment.
• Two (2) years of experience at a supervisory level.
• Required Knowledge:
• Unemployment Insurance Act (UIA)
• Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA)
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Treasury Regulations
• Public Service Act (PSA)
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
• Labour Relations Act (LRA)
• Generally Recognized Accounting Principles (GRAP)
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Relevant Financial Systems (e.g., AX-One, BAS)
• HR System (PERSAL)
• Required Skills:
• Accounting
• Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Computer Literacy
• Time Management
• Interpersonal skills
• Report Writing
• Planning and Organising
• Analytical thinking
• Creative problem-solving
• Financial Management

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure internal and external invoices are paid within 30 days of receipt by the Fund.
• Manage and process monthly DEL Claims.
• Approve weekly and monthly reconciliations.
• Improve financial management and accounting through effective planning, tracking, monitoring, and reporting against set targets.
• Review Financial Statements and Annual Report information.
• Contribute to improved Governance within the sub-directorate.
• Manage human, financial, equipment, and asset resources within the sub-directorate.

What the Work Involves

As the Assistant Director: Trade Creditors, you will be based in Pretoria at the Unemployment Insurance Fund. Your day-to-day work will involve overseeing the meticulous processing of both internal and external invoices, ensuring they are settled within the stipulated 30-day period. You will manage the comprehensive monthly DEL Claim process and be responsible for the approval of weekly and monthly financial reconciliations.

This role requires a hands-on approach to financial management, involving the planning, tracking, monitoring, and reporting of achievements to continuously enhance accounting practices. You will review crucial financial statements and annual report information, and play a part in strengthening governance. A key aspect of your role will be the effective management of various resources, including human capital, financial allocations, equipment, and assets within your designated sub-directorate. This position operates within an office environment, engaging with financial systems and detailed reporting.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please send your application via email.

• Email Address: Jobs-UIF14@labour.gov.za
• Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration

Note: In line with Employment Equity targets, priority will be given to White Males, Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.