How to Apply for Department of Basic Education Vacancies (DPSA Circular 34 of 2026)

Published: 18 September 2026

Last checked: 18 September 2026

Last updated: 18 September 2026

Closing date: 05 October 2026

Advertisement status: Open based on the Department of Basic Education advertisement reviewed for this guide

Amended advertisement: No amendment identified during the 18 September 2026 review

Withdrawal: No withdrawal identified during the 18 September 2026 review

Employer: Department of Basic Education

Circular: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 34 of 2026

Employment type: Public-service positions, a four-year renewable contract for Audit and Risk Committee members, and a 12-month renewable contract for Security Guards

Location: Pretoria

Application method: Post, hand delivery or email, according to the Department of Basic Education advertisement

Salary: From R201,093 per annum for Security Guards to R1,317,384 per annum for Director: National School Nutrition Programme. Audit and Risk Committee remuneration follows the provisions stated in the advertisement.

Download DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 PDF

Download the official DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 PDF

The official circular should always be treated as the final source before you submit an application.

This article explains the Department of Basic Education section of the circular. It does not reproduce the government advertisement in full.

About This Guide

If you search for “DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 Department of Basic Education vacancies”, you will find the same government advertisement repeated across different websites.

A repeated vacancy list does not answer the questions many applicants have before applying.

What does a requirement actually mean?

Does my experience match the advertised experience?

Which documents should I prepare?

What happens with the Z83?

What should I check before sending my application?

Which details should I verify directly from the government advertisement?

This guide was created to answer those practical questions.

DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the Department of Basic Education section of Circular 34 and reorganised the information into an applicant-focused guide. The purpose is to help readers understand the advertisement without copying the official vacancy notice.

About DPSACircular.co.za

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The website is not operated by the Department of Public Service and Administration, the Department of Basic Education or the South African Government.

DPSACircular.co.za does not accept, process, shortlist, influence or decide government job applications.

The website provides information and editorial explanations so readers have an easier way to understand government vacancy advertisements.

Disclaimer

Vacancy information is based on the government advertisement reviewed at the date shown above.

Government departments sometimes issue amendments, corrections, extensions or withdrawals after an advertisement first appears.

For this reason, always check the latest official government source before submitting your application.

Do not send personal documents, money or application fees to DPSACircular.co.za.

Why We Published This Guide

The Department of Basic Education section of Circular 34 contains different types of positions with substantially different requirements.

The section includes a senior management position, Audit and Risk Committee appointments, an information-security management position, a financial management position, an administrative position, a telecommunications position and Security Guard positions.

A reader who only looks at the salary or job title could easily miss important eligibility requirements.

Our purpose is therefore different from publishing another vacancy list.

We reviewed the individual advertisements and explain what the requirements mean in practical terms. Where the government advertisement provides a fact, we identify it as such. Where DPSACircular.co.za provides an explanation, we identify the explanation as editorial guidance.

The official advertisement remains the final authority.

How We Reviewed Department of Basic Education Circular 34

For this guide, the Department of Basic Education advertisement supplied for review was examined position by position.

The review focused on:

• Post title
• Reference number
• Branch and directorate
• Salary or remuneration
• Employment period
• Centre
• Qualification requirements
• Experience requirements
• Professional registrations and certifications
• Additional requirements
• Application instructions
• Z83 requirements
• Closing date
• Enquiry information

We then compared the requirements between the different positions instead of treating the entire Department of Basic Education section as one general vacancy.

This matters because the advertised requirements differ considerably.

For example, the Director: National School Nutrition Programme requires an NQF Level 7 qualification and five years of middle or senior managerial experience, while the Senior Registry Clerk position requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent.
The review also looked for practical points an applicant might overlook, including the specific Z83 instructions and the requirement to identify the correct post and reference number.

This approach allows the article to add analysis rather than reproduce the PDF.

What We Found During the Review

The first thing that stands out in the Department of Basic Education section is the range of career levels.

The advertised positions are not interchangeable.

The Director position requires senior management experience and specialised programme knowledge. The Chief Information Security Officer role requires a combination of management experience, information-security experience and professional certifications. The Security Guard positions require PSIRA registration and accredited security training. The Senior Registry Clerk and Telecom Operator positions have different entry requirements again.

The practical lesson is simple.

Do not search the circular by salary alone.

Start with the reference number and requirements for the specific post.

The second important finding is the importance of application administration.

The Department specifically states that applicants must use the most recently approved Z83, complete the form in full, sign page 2 and clearly indicate the post and reference number.

The third finding is that applicants should not automatically send every supporting document with the initial application.

The Department states that applicants should submit the Z83 and a detailed CV, while certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the interview.

These details are easy to miss when an applicant focuses only on the job title.

Department of Basic Education Vacancy Summary

The positions, reference numbers, salary information and employment details above come from the Department of Basic Education advertisement supplied for review.

Table of Contents

1. What DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 contains
2. Department of Basic Education vacancies
3. Director: National School Nutrition Programme
4. Audit and Risk Committee Members
5. Deputy Director: Chief Information Security Officer
6. Deputy Director: Debt, Revenue and Financial Compliance
7. Senior Registry Clerk
8. Telecom Operator
9. Security Guards
10. What the requirements mean
11. Who should apply?
12. Who should not apply?
13. Application checklist
14. Common application mistakes
15. Understanding the Z83 requirement
16. Application method
17. What happens after you apply?
18. Practical application examples
19. Official source
20. Internal resources
21. About the author
22. Editorial review
23. Frequently asked questions

What DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 Contains

DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 contains public-service vacancy information for departments covered by the circular.

The Department of Basic Education advertisement appears as Annexure A.

The supplied Department of Basic Education section begins with general application instructions before listing the individual positions.

Those instructions include the closing date of 05 October 2026 and specific requirements concerning the Z83 and CV.

The document then moves into different vacancy groups.

This structure is important because the general instructions apply alongside the requirements of the individual post.

An applicant should therefore read both parts.

Why the Reference Number Matters

The reference number is one of the simplest ways to prevent an application mistake.

For example:

DBE/66/2026 refers to Director: National School Nutrition Programme.

DBE/68/2026 refers to Audit and Risk Committee Members.

DBE/69/2026 refers to Deputy Director: Chief Information Security Officer.

DBE/70/2026 refers to Deputy Director: Debt, Revenue and Financial Compliance.

DBE/71/2026 refers to Senior Registry Clerk.

DBE/72/2026 refers to Telecom Operator.

DBE/73/2026 refers to Security Guards.

The Department specifically instructs applicants to clearly indicate the post and reference number on the Z83.

Before sending your application, compare the reference number in your Z83, CV and application message.

That small check helps prevent an avoidable administrative error.

Director: National School Nutrition Programme

Reference: DBE/66/2026

The Director: National School Nutrition Programme position is located in Pretoria within the Social Mobilisation and Support Services branch and the Chief Directorate: Care and Support in Schools.

The advertised salary is R1,317,384 per annum.

The advertisement requires an NQF Level 7 qualification recognised by SAQA and five years of experience at middle or senior managerial level.

The experience requirement is also specialised.

The advertisement refers to experience in school nutrition, nutrition or food security programming, conditional grant programme management or a comparable large-scale public-sector programme.

It also refers to policy formulation and implementation, stakeholder management, analytical and strategic skills, programme and project management, knowledge of the education-sector structure, nutrition or dietetics knowledge and public-sector policy and legislation.

What This Means

The qualification is only one part of the application.

An applicant needs to demonstrate the required management experience and relevant programme background.

This is where reading the entire requirement section becomes important.

A CV stating “management experience” does not automatically demonstrate five years of middle or senior managerial experience in a relevant environment.

A practical CV review should therefore ask:

• Does the CV clearly show management level?
• Are the dates of the relevant roles clear?
• Does the experience relate to the required programme areas?
• Does the CV show policy, programme or stakeholder responsibilities?
• Does the applicant meet the other conditions in the official advertisement?

The government advertisement should be used for the final eligibility decision.

Audit and Risk Committee Members

Reference: DBE/68/2026

The Department advertises five Audit and Risk Committee Member positions.

The advertisement describes the appointment as a four-year renewable contract.

Remuneration is stated to follow National Treasury Regulations 3.1.6, read with National Regulations 20.2.3, with members remunerated for preparation and attendance of meetings.

The qualification requirement is an NQF Level 6 qualification in fields including Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Compliance, Business Management, Risk Management, Information Technology or Law, recognised by SAQA.

The experience requirement differs by role.

The advertisement states that the Committee Chairperson requires a minimum of 10 years of senior or executive management experience, while Audit Committee Members require 5 to 10 years of senior or executive management experience.

The advertisement also identifies experience areas including auditing, governance, risk management, ICT, organisational performance management, performance information, external auditing and legal work.

Practical Insight

Do not treat this as a conventional employee vacancy.

The advertisement describes committee appointments and a renewable contract.

An applicant should therefore read the governance and committee experience requirements carefully instead of focusing only on the qualification.

The advertisement also says prior committee experience is strongly preferred.

Deputy Director: Chief Information Security Officer

Reference: DBE/69/2026

The Deputy Director: Chief Information Security Officer position is based in Pretoria.

The salary is R1,101,468 per annum at Level 12.

The advertisement requires an NQF Level 6 post-matric qualification in Information Technology, Information Systems or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA.

It also requires four years of relevant experience as an Assistant Director or equivalent.

The advertisement requires at least two certifications from the listed areas, including ITIL, COBIT, CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC and ISO 27001, together with at least five years of experience as a Chief Information Security Officer or Information Security Officer.

The duties cover cybersecurity controls, information protection, security assessments, cybersecurity strategy, cloud and on-premises security, vulnerability management, incident response, third-party risk management and security projects.

What This Means

This position requires a combination of academic qualifications, management experience, professional certification and information-security experience.

A CV that says only “IT professional” does not communicate the same evidence.

For this type of application, applicants should make relevant cybersecurity responsibilities easy to identify.

Useful evidence includes:

• Security leadership responsibilities
• Relevant certifications
• Security architecture or infrastructure experience
• Vulnerability management
• Incident response
• Cloud security
• Information protection
• Management experience
• Relevant security projects

The exact requirements in the official advertisement should remain the final checklist.

Deputy Director: Debt, Revenue and Financial Compliance

Reference: DBE/70/2026

The position is located in Pretoria within Finance and Administration.

The advertised salary is R932,292 per annum at Level 11.

The advertisement requires an NQF Level 6 or equivalent qualification in Financial Accounting, Financial Management or Management Accounting, recognised by SAQA.

It also requires four years of relevant experience as an Assistant Director in debt and revenue management.

The advertisement refers to knowledge of public-sector financial administration, the PFMA and Treasury Regulations, together with policy development, computer literacy, planning, communication, numeracy, people management and leadership skills.

Practical Insight

This is an example of why the word “relevant” matters.

A person might have several years of finance experience without having the specific debt and revenue management background described in the advertisement.

When reviewing your CV, compare your actual responsibilities with the advertised functions.

The question is not simply:

“Have I worked in finance?”

The better question is:

“Does my documented experience show the specific financial-management work requested for this position?”

Senior Registry Clerk

Reference: DBE/71/2026

The Senior Registry Clerk position is based in Pretoria and carries a salary of R237,453 per annum at Level 05.

The minimum qualification is a Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

The advertisement refers to knowledge of personnel registry.

Basic knowledge of PERSAL and Archive Rules relating to personnel records is listed as an additional recommendation.

The advertisement also requires organisational skills, communication skills, computer and interpersonal skills, confidentiality and the ability to work under pressure and independently as well as within a team.

Practical Insight

There is an important distinction between a stated qualification requirement and an additional recommendation.

Do not present an additional recommendation as though the Department listed it as a mandatory qualification.

Applicants should compare their own experience with the duties and competencies in the advertisement.

Telecom Operator

Reference: DBE/72/2026

The Telecom Operator position is based in Pretoria.

The advertised salary is R237,453 per annum at Level 05.

The qualification requirement is a Senior Certificate or equivalent.

The advertisement also identifies communication, computer literacy, interpersonal skills, public-relations skills, problem-solving, customer service and document management.

The duties include answering and directing calls, providing information about departmental services, maintaining records and providing related administrative support.

Practical Insight

Applicants should make relevant experience easy to find.

For example, if your previous work involved switchboard duties, reception, customer service, office administration, telephone communication or document management, those responsibilities should appear clearly in your CV.

Do not assume the recruiter will infer your experience from a broad job title.

Security Guards

Reference: DBE/73/2026

The Department advertises eight Security Guard posts.

The positions are based in Pretoria and are listed as 12-month renewable contracts.

The advertised salary is R201,093 per annum at Level 04.

The advertisement requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent, valid PSIRA registration and security training from an accredited provider, including Grade A, B, C or D.

Fire Fighting and First Aid certificates are listed as an added advantage.

The advertisement also covers security operations, patrols, CCTV and alarm monitoring, incident response, visitor and vehicle management, reporting, confidentiality, teamwork and emergency response.

Practical Insight

For this vacancy, PSIRA registration deserves particular attention.

Do not assume previous security work automatically proves compliance with the stated registration requirement.

Check your registration status and training documentation before submitting.

The same principle applies to the other vacancies in the circular. Where an advertisement names a specific certification, qualification or registration, check the specific requirement instead of relying on a general statement about your experience.

What the Requirements Mean

NQF Level Requirements

When an advertisement specifies an NQF level, compare your qualification against the stated requirement.

The Department’s Director position requires NQF Level 7, while several other positions specify NQF Level 6 or a Senior Certificate.
Do not assume similar qualification names mean the same qualification level.

Relevant Experience

Relevant experience should be considered in relation to the advertised position.

For example, the Deputy Director: Debt, Revenue and Financial Compliance advertisement specifically refers to debt and revenue management experience.

Equivalent Qualifications

Where the advertisement refers to an equivalent qualification, check the complete wording in the official advertisement.

Do not make your own equivalency determination based solely on the name of your qualification.

Certifications

Some positions include professional certifications as part of the requirements.

The Chief Information Security Officer position provides specific examples of certifications.

List relevant certifications accurately in your CV.

Professional Registration

Where registration is required, verify your current registration status.

The Security Guard advertisement specifically requires valid PSIRA registration.

Who Should Apply?

You should consider applying for a specific position when your qualifications and experience correspond with the requirements in the official advertisement.

Before applying, compare:

• Your qualification
• NQF level where stated
• Relevant experience
• Management experience where required
• Professional registration
• Certifications
• Employment conditions
• Location
• Application method
• Closing date
• Z83 requirements

The key point is to assess yourself against the individual reference number.

There is no single eligibility profile for all Department of Basic Education positions in Circular 34.

Who Should Not Apply?

You should reconsider applying for a specific position where you clearly do not meet a mandatory requirement.

Examples include:

• Applying for a position requiring NQF Level 7 when your qualification does not meet the stated requirement.
• Applying for a senior management position without the required experience.
• Applying for the Security Guard position without the required PSIRA registration.
• Applying for a technical position without the required certifications or experience.
• Using an outdated Z83.
• Omitting the reference number.
• Missing the closing date.
• Sending the application through a route not specified by the Department.

This section does not determine who the Department will appoint.

It provides a practical screening step so applicants understand the published requirements before submitting.

Application Checklist

Before submitting your application, work through the following list.

1. Confirm the exact position

Write down the complete post title.

2. Confirm the reference number

Check the reference number against the official advertisement.

3. Check the qualification

Compare your qualification with the stated qualification.

4. Check the experience

Confirm the required number of years and field of experience.

5. Check additional requirements

Look for:

• Licences
• Professional registrations
• Certifications
• Security requirements
• Driver’s licence requirements
• Willingness to travel
• Other conditions

6. Use the current Z83

The Department specifically states that the most recently approved Z83 must be used. Use of the old Z83 will result in disqualification.

7. Complete the Z83 fully

The Department states that the Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 must be signed.

8. Indicate the post and reference number

Make sure the correct information appears on your Z83.

9. Prepare your detailed CV

The Department states that the initial application should include the Z83 and a detailed CV.

10. Check your supporting documents

Keep qualifications and other supporting documents available because certified copies will be requested from shortlisted candidates according to the advertisement.

11. Confirm the application method

Use the method stated by the Department.

12. Submit before the closing date

The closing date stated in the advertisement is 05 October 2026.

Common Application Mistakes

Using the Old Z83

This is specifically addressed in the advertisement.

The Department states that use of the old Z83 will result in disqualification.

Forgetting the Signature

The Department requires page 2 to be signed.

Missing the Reference Number

The post and reference number should be clearly indicated.

Sending the Wrong Documents

The initial application instructions state that applicants should submit the Z83 and detailed CV. Certified copies are requested from shortlisted candidates.

Applying Based Only on the Job Title

A title such as “Deputy Director” does not tell you whether your background matches the post.

Read the requirements.

Ignoring Contract Conditions

The Audit and Risk Committee positions are advertised as four-year renewable contracts, while the Security Guard positions are advertised as 12-month renewable contracts.

Assuming General Experience Equals Relevant Experience

The Department uses specific experience requirements for several positions.

Match your documented work history to those requirements.

Understanding the Z83 Requirement

The Z83 deserves its own section because application administration forms part of the published instructions.

The Department states that applicants must use the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form.

The form must be completed in full.

Page 2 must be signed.

The applicant must clearly indicate the post and reference number.

The Department also states that applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents at the initial application stage. Instead, the Z83 should be submitted with a detailed CV.

Certified copies will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the interview.

A Simple Quality Check

Before submitting, compare three items:

Your Z83 reference number.

Your CV reference number, where included.

Your application subject or identifying information.

They should all refer to the same position.

This is a small administrative check, but it helps reduce preventable errors.

Application Method

The Department of Basic Education advertisement provides three application routes.

Post

Private Bag X895

Pretoria

0001

Hand Delivery

Department of Basic Education

222 Struben Street

Pretoria

Email

The advertisement lists the following email addresses:

Sechele.O@dbe.gov.za

Segowa.M@dbe.gov.za

Kumalo.N@dbe.gov.za

Skosana.th@dbe.gov.za

The advertisement lists Ms N Monyela and Mr M Segowa for attention.

Because application instructions are time-sensitive, verify the latest official advertisement before submitting.

What Happens After You Apply?

The Department’s advertisement provides information about later stages of the process.

Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the interview.

Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks.

The advertisement lists checks involving criminal records, citizenship, financial or asset records, qualification verification, employment verification and social media profiles.

The advertisement also states that appointment is subject to positive security-clearance results.

Successful candidates will be required to sign an annual performance agreement and, where applicable, disclose financial interests. Applicants must also declare conflicts or perceived conflicts of interest and disclose relevant board memberships and directorships.

Applicants for SMS positions have additional requirements, including a Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Service. The advertisement also describes technical exercises, interviews and pre-entry assessments for shortlisted SMS candidates.

Practical Example: How to Review Your Application

Suppose you are interested in DBE/72/2026, Telecom Operator.

Start with the requirement section rather than the salary.

The advertisement requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent and lists communication, computer literacy, interpersonal, public-relations, problem-solving, customer-service and document-management skills.

Next, compare your CV.

If your previous work includes switchboard operation, reception, customer service, telephone communication or document handling, make those responsibilities clear.

Then check the Z83.

Confirm the correct reference number.

Complete every required section.

Sign page 2.

Then check the application route and closing date.

This same process applies to the senior positions, although the evidence required will be more specialised.

Another Practical Example: Security Guard Application

Now consider DBE/73/2026.

The first check should be the qualification.

The advertisement requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent.

The second check should be PSIRA registration.

The third check should be accredited security training.

The fourth check should be the other listed competencies and requirements.

This demonstrates why a general statement such as “I have security experience” does not provide enough information for an applicant to assess their match.

The applicant needs to compare their actual credentials with the published requirements.

Practical Example: Senior Professional Application

The Chief Information Security Officer position provides another useful example.

The advertisement requires a qualification, management-level experience, information-security experience and at least two listed certifications.

An applicant reviewing their CV should therefore identify each requirement separately.

Instead of asking:

“Do I work in IT?”

Ask:

“Do I meet the qualification requirement?”

“Do I have the required Assistant Director or equivalent experience?”

“Do I have the required information-security experience?”

“Do I have the required certifications?”

“Does my CV provide evidence for each point?”

That approach is more useful than relying on a general impression of suitability.

Official Source

The official government advertisement remains the final source for the Department of Basic Education vacancies.

Open the official DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 PDF

The Department of Basic Education information in this article was reviewed against the supplied government advertisement.

Readers should check the official government source for any later amendment, correction, withdrawal, extension or change in application instructions.

Department of Basic Education

The advertisement directs readers to the Department of Basic Education website for departmental information.

Use the department’s official website when verifying departmental information.

Internal Resources on DPSACircular.co.za

Relevant internal links should help readers move from this guide to related information.

Recommended internal links include:

• DPSA Circular 34 of 2026
• Latest DPSA Circular PDF Download
• Department of Basic Education vacancies
• How to Complete the Z83 Application Form
• Government Jobs for Graduates
• Government Salary Notches Explained
• Latest Government Vacancies
• DPSA Application Guide
• DPSA Circular Archive

Only link to pages that exist on DPSACircular.co.za.

Avoid creating internal links to empty, irrelevant or unpublished pages simply to increase the number of links.

Editorial Review

DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the Department of Basic Education vacancy details against the supplied official government advertisement.

The review focused on:

• Advertised positions
• Reference numbers
• Salary information
• Qualification requirements
• Experience requirements
• Employment terms
• Location
• Closing date
• Application instructions
• Z83 requirements
• Additional application conditions

The purpose of the editorial review is to help readers understand the advertisement and identify practical application checks.

The editorial review does not replace the official government advertisement.

The official advertisement remains the final source before submission.

How This Article Adds Value Beyond the PDF

The government PDF is the authoritative vacancy source.

This article serves a different purpose.

Instead of reproducing the advertisement, DPSACircular.co.za:

• Organises the positions into an easier comparison.
• Explains the difference between the vacancies.
• Separates qualification requirements from practical considerations.
• Explains the Z83 instructions.
• Highlights application mistakes.
• Shows how applicants can compare their CV with requirements.
• Explains contract information.
• Identifies the official source.
• Provides an editorial review date.
• Gives readers a practical checklist.

This distinction is deliberate.

Google’s guidance asks whether content adds substantial original information, research or analysis instead of simply copying or rewriting another source.

Google also warns against scraping or republishing source material without a unique benefit to users.

For a vacancy-information website, the useful role is therefore to explain and organise government information while directing applicants back to the original source.

About the Author

Godwin Samuel

Godwin Samuel is the publisher and editor of DPSACircular.co.za.

His editorial work focuses on organising South African public-sector vacancy information into practical guides.

DPSACircular.co.za’s editorial approach focuses on identifying the official source, checking reference numbers, recording closing dates, explaining qualification and experience requirements, highlighting application instructions and helping readers understand the difference between a government advertisement and independent editorial guidance.

Readers should use the author page for additional information about the publisher and the website’s editorial work.

Editorial Standards Used for This Guide

DPSACircular.co.za follows a source-first approach for government vacancy guides.

Source first

Government advertisements provide the basis for vacancy facts.

Verification

Important details such as closing dates, reference numbers, salary information and application instructions are checked against the available official advertisement.

Original explanation

The article explains requirements in plain language instead of reproducing the government advertisement.

Transparency

The article identifies DPSACircular.co.za as an independent publisher.

Clear authorship

The article identifies the publisher and editor.

Update tracking

The page includes a published date, last checked date and last updated date.

Reader-first purpose

The article exists to help applicants understand the government advertisement rather than to present DPSACircular.co.za as the employer or application portal.

No copied vacancy PDF

The complete government advertisement is not reproduced in this article.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is DPSA Circular 34 of 2026?

DPSA Circular 34 of 2026 is a Public Service Vacancy Circular containing government vacancy advertisements. The Department of Basic Education appears in the circular under Annexure A.

2. Does DPSA Circular 34 include Department of Basic Education vacancies?

Yes. The supplied Department of Basic Education advertisement forms part of the circular and contains seven advertised post groups.

3. What is the closing date for the Department of Basic Education vacancies?

The closing date shown in the advertisement is 05 October 2026.

4. Where are the advertised Department of Basic Education positions located?

The positions listed in the supplied advertisement have Pretoria as the centre.

5. How many Security Guard positions are advertised?

The Security Guard advertisement lists eight posts under reference DBE/73/2026.

6. What is the Security Guard salary?

The advertised salary is R201,093 per annum at Level 04. The positions are listed as 12-month renewable contracts.

7. Is PSIRA registration required for the Security Guard positions?

Yes. The advertisement lists valid PSIRA registration as a requirement.

8. What qualification is required for the Security Guard positions?

The advertisement requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent and accredited security training such as Grade A, B, C or D.

9. What is the salary for the Director: National School Nutrition Programme?

The advertised salary is R1,317,384 per annum.

10. What qualification is required for the Director position?

The advertisement requires an NQF Level 7 qualification recognised by SAQA.

11. How much managerial experience is required for the Director position?

The advertisement requires five years of experience at middle or senior managerial level.

12. What is the salary for the Deputy Director: Chief Information Security Officer?

The advertised salary is R1,101,468 per annum at Level 12.

13. What is required for the Chief Information Security Officer position?

The advertisement requires an NQF Level 6 post-matric qualification in Information Technology, Information Systems or an equivalent qualification, four years of relevant Assistant Director or equivalent experience, at least two listed certifications and at least five years of information-security officer experience.

14. What is the salary for the Deputy Director: Debt, Revenue and Financial Compliance?

The advertised salary is R932,292 per annum at Level 11.

15. What is the salary for the Senior Registry Clerk?

The advertised salary is R237,453 per annum at Level 05.

16. What is the salary for the Telecom Operator?

The advertised salary is R237,453 per annum at Level 05.

17. Which Z83 form should applicants use?

Applicants must use the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form. The Department states that use of the old Z83 will result in disqualification.

18. Does the Z83 need to be signed?

Yes. The Department states that the Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 must be duly signed.

19. Do applicants need to submit certified qualifications with the initial application?

The advertisement states that applicants should submit the Z83 and a detailed CV. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the interview.

20. Is DPSACircular.co.za the official government application website?

No.

DPSACircular.co.za is an independent information website.

It does not accept, process, shortlist or decide government job applications.

Applicants should follow the application instructions contained in the official Department of Basic Education advertisement.

Final Application Review

Before submitting an application under the Department of Basic Education section of DPSA Circular 34 of 2026, check:

• Correct post title
• Correct reference number
• Correct qualification
• Correct NQF level where applicable
• Required experience
• Required professional registration
• Required certifications
• Required licence
• Current Z83
• Fully completed Z83
• Signed page 2
• Detailed CV
• Correct application route
• Closing date
• Latest official advertisement

The most useful lesson from reviewing this circular is that the Department of Basic Education section should not be treated as one generic group of jobs.

The seven post groups have different requirements, different professional expectations and different employment arrangements.

A reader who understands those differences has a better basis for deciding whether a particular advertised position matches their own qualifications and experience.

DPSACircular.co.za’s role is to make that information easier to understand.

The government department remains responsible for the vacancy, recruitment process and employment decision.

Always use the latest official advertisement as the final source before submitting an application.