UIF Client Service Officer Opportunities: 454 Vacancies for South African Youth (Presidential Youth Employment Initiative)
Organisation: Department of Employment and Labour
Programme: Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI)
Location: Nationwide (Various Labour Centres across South Africa)
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
About the Opportunity
The Department of Employment and Labour, in partnership with the Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI), is offering 454 Client Service Officer positions to unemployed South African youth.
This initiative aims to empower young people with valuable work experience while improving the efficiency of Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) services across the country.
If you are passionate about serving your community and ready to build a professional career in public service, this is your chance.
Available Positions
There are 454 UIF Client Service Officer posts available at various Labour Centres across South Africa, including:
- Barberton Labour Centre: 16 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/200)
- Bethal Labour Centre: 16 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/201)
- Morgenzon Satellite: 12 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/202)
- Carolina Labour Centre: 15 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/203)
- Eerstehoek Labour Centre: 16 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/205)
- Ermelo Labour Centre: 14 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/206)
- Mbombela Labour Centre: 4 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/221)
- Secunda Labour Centre: 11 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/230)
- Standerton Labour Centre: 14 Posts (Ref: HR4/4/7/232)
- Emalahleni Labour Centre: 1 Post (Ref: HR4/4/7/234)
(and many more across various satellite offices nationwide)
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have a Grade 12 / Matric certificate.
- Have 0–6 months of relevant experience (no prior work experience required).
- Be familiar with key legislation and principles, including:
- The Unemployment Insurance Act & Regulations
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- POPIA and Batho Pele Principles
- UIF Policies and Customer Service Standards
Skills Needed
- Excellent communication (verbal & written)
- Computer literacy
- Time management
- Customer service and conflict resolution
- Listening, problem-solving, and administrative skills
Key Responsibilities
As a UIF Client Service Officer, you will:
- Screen and assist UIF applicants.
- Process applications for UIF benefits.
- Register continuation forms for payment.
- Handle administrative duties related to UIF services.
- Provide friendly, accurate, and efficient customer support.
How to Apply
Applications can be hand-delivered or emailed to the addresses listed below (depending on your nearest Labour Centre):
Example Submissions:
Barberton Labour Centre
Email: Jobs-BBN@labour.gov.za
Bethal Labour Centre
Email: Jobs-BTH@labour.gov.za
Carolina Labour Centre
Email: Jobs-CRL@labour.gov.za
Ermelo Labour Centre
Email: Jobs-EML@labour.gov.za
Mbombela Labour Centre
Email: Jobs-MBO@labour.gov.za
(For more centres, refer to the official listing in the advert.)
Enquiries
If you have questions, contact the nearest Labour Centre or call:
- Mr N Makgaba: (013) 712 3066 / 3353
- Mr C Motanyane: (017) 647 2383 / 5212
- Ms J Thwala: (013) 753 2844 / 755 2640
- Mr S Ndimande: (017) 631 2585 / 2652
Mzansi4Youth Tip
Before applying, make sure all your documents are certified — especially your ID, Matric certificate, and proof of address.
When sending your application via email, attach all files as one PDF document and include the correct reference number in the subject line.
Double-check that you’re applying to the right Labour Centre for your area, and always keep proof of submission (such as a screenshot or sent email copy).
This helps you stay organised and ready if you’re shortlisted for interviews or document verification.
