Employment and Labour Senior Practitioner: Vocational Rehabilitation Talent Pipeline & Return to Work Vacancy 2026
Employment and Labour
Services (SERVICES SETA)
More Employment and Labour posts →Monthly stipend
R413 001 per annum
Closing date
16 Oct 2026
7 days left
- Opportunity
- Permanent
- Minimum education
- Grade 12 / Matric
- Location
- Pretoria, Gauteng
- NQF level
- NQF 6
- SETA
- Services SETA
- Posted
- 03 Oct 2026
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How this salary compares
At R34 417 a month, this post pays about the same as the median of R34 417 for permanent posts asking for Grade 12 / Matric, in Gauteng (5 listings that publish a figure). The middle half of that group pays between R34 417 and R40 600.
- 25th percentile
- R34 417
- Median
- R34 417
- 75th percentile
- R40 600
This post sits in the 40th percentile of that group. Figures are the advertised package converted to a monthly amount — before tax, pension and medical contributions, so take-home pay is lower.
Calculated by SetaJobs from the 5 comparable posts open on this site that publish a figure. Amounts advertised per year are divided by twelve; a quoted range is taken at its midpoint.
Opportunity Overview
The Compensation Fund, operating under the Department of Employment and Labour, is seeking a Senior Practitioner for its Vocational Rehabilitation Programme. This role is based in Pretoria and offers a vital opportunity to contribute to social protection services.
This position focuses on supporting initiatives related to talent pipeline development and facilitating return-to-work strategies. It involves active engagement with internal stakeholders to implement key rehabilitation programs.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 6) recognised by SAQA in one of the following fields:
- Public Administration
- Public Management
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business Management
- General Management
- Business Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Informatics
- Business Analytics
- Information Systems
- Data Analytics
- Development Studies
- Training & Development
- A minimum of 2 years' functional experience in a Vocational Training and Development or Employability environment.
- Knowledge of:
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Compensation Fund objectives and business functions
- Directorate goals and performance requirements
- Customer Service (Batho Pele Principles)
- Fund Values
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- National Treasury Regulations
- Skills Development Levies Act
- Legislative requirements related to the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA)
- Skills in:
- Data Gathering, Analysis and Strategic Reporting
- Knowledge Management
- Visualisation, Facilitation and Presentation
- Analysing & Interpreting information (Data Analytics)
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing support in the implementation of the Vocational Rehabilitation Programme on Talent Pipeline and Return to work initiatives.
- Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure the provision of required information and data.
- Assisting in the implementation of the Vocational Rehabilitation Programme outreach activities.
- Rendering effective administrative support services for the section.
What the Work Involves
The Senior Practitioner will play a central role in the daily operations of the Vocational Rehabilitation Programme in Pretoria, particularly in its efforts to build talent pipelines and support individuals returning to work. This position involves actively assisting with program implementation and coordinating efforts with internal stakeholders to gather necessary information and data.
The role includes providing crucial administrative support to the section and engaging in outreach activities to extend the programme's reach and impact. The work will primarily be based in an office environment, involving data handling, reporting, and coordination with various internal teams.
How to Apply
To apply for this opportunity, please direct your application to the following email address:
- Email: Jobs-CF27@labour.gov.za
The deadline for applications is 16 October 2026.
This listing in context
What the 138 opportunities we currently hold say about this one.
- Live permanent posts
- 40
- In Gauteng
- 18
- Closing within 7 days
- 7
35% of the 40 live permanent posts we hold ask for Grade 12 / Matric, so this listing asks for what most of them ask for.
Live permanent posts stay open for a median of 14 days between posting and closing date.
Calculated by SetaJobs from the 138 listings open on this site right now, and updated as they change. Browse all 58 opportunities in Gauteng.
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
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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About Services SETA & this sector
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