Government Job Guides
How to Apply for a Government Job in South Africa
Apply for the post the department advertised. Use the reference number, the current Z83, a CV, and the submission method printed on that advert.
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Guides to help you understand government job applications, requirements and supporting documents.
Government Job Guides
How to Complete the Z83 Form
The Z83 is the public-service application form. Complete the parts that apply to you, sign the declaration, and send it with the CV the advert requires.
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How Government Job Applications Work
A public-service post is advertised, applied for, screened and then assessed. The department runs the process. There is no single national timeline.
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