Employment and Labour Senior Practitioner: Organizational Development Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF), operating under the Department of Employment and Labour, is seeking qualified individuals for the role of Senior Practitioner: Organizational Development. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping organisational effectiveness within a key government institution.

This role is offered on a 3-year contract basis and involves contributing to the strategic design and functional efficiency of the UIF. There are three posts available, based in Pretoria, offering a chance to apply your expertise in a dynamic public service environment.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• An undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 6 as recognised by SAQA in Management Services, Operations Management, Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Work Study, or Industrial and Organizational Psychology.
• Two (2) years of experience within an Organizational Development (OD) environment.
• Knowledge of:
• Public Service Act (PSA)
• Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
• Public Service Regulations (PSR)
• Labour Relations Act (LRA)
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA)
• Unemployment Insurance Amendments Act (UIA)
• Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act (UICA)
• Employment Equity Act (EEA)
• Organizational Design Job Evaluation/grading System
• Work Study Techniques
• DPSA Job Profile Guide
• Skills in:
• Financial Management
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Time Management
• Interpersonal relations
• Report writing
• Planning and Organizing
• Analytical thinking
• Creativity
• Facilitation
• Presentation

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be responsible for a range of duties, including:

• Designing and reviewing the Organisational Structure of the fund.
• Conducting Job Evaluation Processes within the fund.
• Implementing Organisational structures, Legislations, and Directives.
• Developing and facilitating the signing of job profiles.
• Supervising resources within the Sub-Directorate.

What the Work Involves

As a Senior Practitioner in Organizational Development at the Unemployment Insurance Fund in Pretoria, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the fund's operational framework. Your daily tasks will involve meticulously reviewing and designing organisational structures to ensure they align with strategic objectives and legislative requirements. You will be actively involved in the job evaluation process, ensuring fair and accurate grading across various roles.

This position requires you to not only develop new structures and job profiles but also to facilitate their implementation, working closely with various teams to ensure smooth integration. You will also take on a supervisory role within your Sub-Directorate, guiding and supporting team members to achieve departmental goals. The work environment is an office setting, focused on systematic improvements and adherence to public service regulations.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via email by 18 September 2026.

To apply, send your CV to: Email: Jobs-UIF15@labour.gov.za

Please ensure to include the reference number HR4/4/3/1SPOD/UIF in your application.