Department of Higher Education and Training Vacancies Circular 30 of 2026
Are you looking for a government career opportunity in South Africa? The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced new job vacancies for 2026 through its TVET College institutions, offering opportunities in project management, business development, supply chain management, risk management, labour relations, employee wellness, and administration. Department of Higher Education and Training Jobs 2026, DHET Vacancies 2026, DHET Jobs South Africa, Government Jobs South Africa, TVET College Jobs 2026, Public Service Jobs South Africa, Education Department Vacancies, Umfolozi TVET College Jobs, Ingwe TVET College Vacancies, and Government Vacancies 2026 are among the opportunities available.
The latest vacancies are available at Ingwe TVET College in the Eastern Cape and Umfolozi TVET College, with several positions offering permanent employment and competitive public-sector salaries. The advertised positions are suitable for candidates with qualifications and experience in areas including project management, supply chain, risk management, human resources, labour relations, psychology, social work, and related disciplines.
About the Department of Higher Education and Training
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is responsible for South Africa’s post-school education and training system, including universities, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, Community Education and Training, and related skills-development initiatives.
Through TVET colleges, DHET supports vocational and occupational education while helping students develop practical skills that can improve their employment and entrepreneurship opportunities.
DHET Vacancies 2026
The current Department of Higher Education and Training Vacancies 2026 listed in the supplied DPSA circular include positions at Ingwe TVET College and Umfolozi TVET College.
Available opportunities include:
- Assistant Director: Partnership and Linkages – Admin – Ingwe TVET College
- Assistant Director: Supply Chain and Asset Management – Ingwe TVET College
- Senior Risk Management Officer – Umfolozi TVET College
- Senior Labour Relations Officer – Umfolozi TVET College
- Employee Health and Wellness Practitioner – Umfolozi TVET College
All of these positions have a closing date of 04 September 2026, with the advertised salaries ranging from R338,106 to R605,742 per annum, depending on the position and salary level.
1. Assistant Director: Partnership and Linkages – Admin
Reference: ING/2026/08/02
Centre: Ingwe TVET College, Central Office
Salary: R605,742 per annum, Level 10, plus benefits
Type: Permanent
Applicants require a recognised National Diploma at NQF Level 6/7 in Project Management or Marketing.
A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a project management or business development environment is required, together with a valid driver’s licence.
The successful candidate will help develop partnerships with industry, government and other organisations, identify collaboration opportunities, develop project proposals and business cases, coordinate funding proposals, support work-integrated learning initiatives, and manage stakeholder relationships.
Application Email: cmanto-mati@ingwecollege.edu.za
2. Assistant Director: Supply Chain and Asset Management
Reference: ING/2026/08/01
Centre: Ingwe TVET College, Central Office
Salary: R487,197 per annum, Level 9, plus benefits
Type: Permanent
Applicants require a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, or a related field.
Candidates must have 3–5 years’ supervisory experience at salary level 7 or 8 in Supply Chain Management, particularly involving tender processes and logistics management.
The role includes procurement, demand and acquisition management, tender processes, asset management, supplier management, stock control, SCM policy implementation, and supervision of staff.
Application Email: cmanto-mati@ingwecollege.edu.za
3. Senior Risk Management Officer
Reference: UMF50/08/2026
Centre: Umfolozi TVET College, Central Office
Salary: R413,001 per annum, Level 8, plus applicable benefits
Type: Permanent
Applicants require a recognised National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Risk Management, Internal Audit, or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates need 3–5 years’ experience in risk, fraud, ethics, integrity management, or a related field.
Duties include supervising risk management services, fraud and anti-corruption services, ethics and integrity management, awareness and training programmes, and human, physical and financial resources.
Application Email: Applications@umfolozi.edu.za
4. Senior Labour Relations Officer
Reference: UMF51/08/2026
Centre: Umfolozi TVET College, Central Office
Salary: R413,001 per annum, Level 8, plus applicable benefits
Type: Permanent
Applicants require a recognised National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Labour Relations, Employee Relations, Human Resource Management, or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates need 3–5 years’ experience in a Labour Relations or Human Resource Management environment. A valid driver’s licence and computer literacy are also required.
The successful candidate will oversee labour relations processes, disciplinary cases, grievances, disputes, collective bargaining, employer representation, PERSAL-related records, and employment relationships.
Application Email: Applications.central@umfolozi.edu.za
5. Employee Health and Wellness Practitioner
Reference: UMF52/08/2026
Centre: Umfolozi TVET College, Central Office
Salary: R338,106 per annum, Level 7, plus applicable benefits
Type: Permanent
Applicants require an appropriate recognised Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in Psychology, BA Social Work with Psychology as a major, Sports Science, or an equivalent qualification.
Candidates require 1–2 years’ experience in an Employee Health and Wellness environment or related field, together with a valid driver’s licence and computer proficiency.
The position supports employee wellness programmes and provides administrative and logistical support relating to employee health, wellness, HIV/AIDS, TB, STI programmes, and related initiatives.
Application Email: Applications.central@umfolozi.edu.za
Basic Application Requirements
Applicants should carefully follow the application instructions for the specific college and position.
Generally, candidates must submit:
- A fully completed and signed new Z83 application form.
- A detailed, recently updated and comprehensive CV.
- Three contactable references, including their contact details where required.
- A separate application for each position being applied for.
- A SAQA evaluation certificate for foreign qualifications where applicable.
For the Ingwe TVET College positions, the advert specifically requires three contactable references and states that shortlisted candidates will later be requested to provide certified documents.
For the Umfolozi TVET College positions, applications must be submitted as one PDF document without qualifications attached. Certified qualifications are requested from shortlisted candidates.
Important Application Information
Applicants should not submit incomplete applications or applications after the closing date.
For Ingwe TVET College, candidates should quote the relevant reference number and may hand-deliver their application or email it to the specified address.
Ingwe TVET College Address:
Office of the Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Development
Ingwe TVET College
Admin Centre Office
Badibanise A/A
Mt Frere
5090
Email: cmanto-mati@ingwecollege.edu.za
For Umfolozi TVET College, applicants must email their applications to the address specified for the particular post and include the post name and reference number in the email subject line.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, and qualification verification.
Candidates may also be required to complete two pre-entry assessments:
- A practical exercise assessing suitability for the position.
- An integrity or ethical conduct assessment.
The colleges also reserve the right not to make an appointment. Applicants who are not contacted within the stated period after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
How to Apply for DHET Vacancies 2026
Interested candidates should download and carefully study the official DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, Annexure F for the complete requirements and application instructions.
Official Vacancy Document: DHET Vacancies – DPSA Circular 30 of 2026, Annexure F
Closing Date: 04 September 2026 at 16:00 for the advertised positions.
Application Tips
- Use the latest approved Z83 application form.
- Complete and sign the Z83 correctly.
- Prepare a detailed and updated CV.
- Include three contactable references where required.
- Apply separately for each position.
- Use the correct reference number in your application or email subject line.
- Follow the specific submission instructions for the college.
- Do not attach certified qualifications unless the particular advert instructs you to do so.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications should arrange the required SAQA evaluation.
- Submit your application well before the deadline.
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Final Thoughts
The Department of Higher Education and Training Jobs 2026 provide qualified candidates with opportunities to build careers within South Africa’s public higher education and TVET sector.
The current vacancies include positions in partnership development, supply chain management, risk management, labour relations, and employee health and wellness, with salaries ranging from R338,106 to R605,742 per year.
Eligible candidates should carefully review the requirements for their preferred position and ensure that their Z83 and CV are correctly prepared before submitting their applications.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY: Download the Official DHET Vacancy Circular – Annexure F
