Company: Department of Tourism (South Africa)
Job Title: HR Clerk (Ref No: 1/2026)
Employment Type: 6 Months Fixed-Term Contract
Salary: R228,321 per annum + 37% in lieu of service benefits
Closing Date: 13 February 2026 at 16:30
The Department of Tourism is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the HR Clerk position on a six-month contract based in Pretoria. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking to gain valuable public service HR experience, particularly within recruitment administration, PERSAL processing, and employee records management.This role plays a critical support function within the Human Resources unit and is suited for individuals who are detail-oriented, organised, and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced government environment.
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Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent qualification
- Knowledge of relevant HR legislation, public service policies, and prescripts
- Understanding of HR practices within the Public ServiceComputer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer focus, teamwork, and flexibility
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Added advantages include possession of a PERSAL certificate and experiential learning or prior exposure in the HR field.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive HR administrative support, including but not limited to:
- Supporting recruitment, selection, and appointment processes
- Sorting, numbering, and capturing job applications
- Planning and arranging logistics for meetings and HR activities
- Attending meetings, taking minutes, and drafting HR submissions
- Facilitating personnel suitability checks
- Drafting offer letters and regret letters
- Executing PERSAL transactions related to recruitment and service benefits
- Administering conditions of service and employee benefits
- Processing leave applications and capturing leave on PERSAL
- Printing and filing HR documents on PERSAL and EDMS
- Liaising with finance for leave gratuity payments
- Responding to HR and leave-related enquiries
- Managing employee records, including opening and auditing staff files
- Supporting pension withdrawals and beneficiary nominations
- Providing general administrative support to the HR unit
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Employment Equity
In line with Employment Equity requirements, Coloured Male and White Male candidates, as well as youth and persons with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must email their comprehensive CV to:
- 📧Email : Recruitment126@tourism.gov.za
- Job Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Applications must be submitted no later than 13 February 2026 at 16:30.Late applications will not be considered.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is this HR Clerk position permanent? No. This is a six-month fixed-term contract position.
2. Is PERSAL experience required? PERSAL experience is not mandatory, but having a PERSAL certificate or prior exposure will be an added advantage.
3. Where is the job based? The position is based in Pretoria, Gauteng, at the Department of Tourism.
4. Can recent graduates apply? Yes. Candidates with experiential learning or entry-level HR exposure are encouraged to apply.
5. How must I submit my application? Applications must be submitted via email only to Recruitment126@tourism.gov.za before the closing date.
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