Counsellor Grade 1-3
Department
Department of Employment and Labour
Location
Ulundi, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary
Grade 1: R741 102 – R821 070 per annum; Grade 2: R844 128 – R935 045 per annum; Grade 3: R953 094 – R1 055 292 per annum (OSD)
Closing date
05 Oct 2026
Reference number
HR4/4/8/2
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number HR4/4/8/2.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 05 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
Four-year B-Psych degree or Honours degree in Psychology or Industrial Psychology. Grade 1: no experience; Grade 2: eight years; Grade 3: sixteen years. HPCSA registration as Psychometrist/Registered Counsellor (Independent practice). Valid driver's licence. Knowledge of ILO, financial and HR management and relevant public service, skills development, unemployment insurance, health professions, employment equity, COIDA and POPI legislation. Planning, communication, computer, analytical, presentation, interpersonal, report writing, leadership and networking skills.
Duties
Provide technical support to labour centres for employment counselling. Manage work-seeker referrals to employment services and active labour market interventions. Coordinate employment and career information dissemination and psychometric assessments. Establish and manage relationships with relevant organisations. Supervise administrative personnel.
Enquiries
Mr T Nkosi Tel: (035) 879 8800
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 34 of 2026.
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