New Public Service Jobs in South Africa – How to Find and Apply
If you’re looking for a chance to start a career in the public sector, the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) just released a brand‑new list of job openings. In Circular 39 of 2025 you’ll see all the open positions across the country – from national departments to provincial offices. This post will walk you through what the job list contains, where to find the details, and how to apply in a clear, step‑by‑step way.
What The Circular Offers
The DPSA Circular announces the latest vacancies that are currently open in both the national government and the provincial administrations. These jobs cover a wide range of roles—from administration and finance to policy development and public communications. By sharing these postings, the government reaffirms its pledge to give everyone a fair chance to work in public service.
The list is quite comprehensive, so you should look at it carefully to spot the roles that match your education and interests. Every post has a short description, the required skills, and the minimum qualifications needed.
When the Circular Was Published
You can track the timing of the new job openings:
- Posting date: 24 October 2025
This tells you when the list went live and helps you keep track of deadlines that may come up later.
How to View the Full Circular
If you want to see the full PDF with every opening listed, click the link below. It will open a downloadable version of Circular 39 of 2025.
View the full Circular (PDF)
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/vacancies/2025/PSV%20CIRCULAR%2039%20OF%202025.pdf
Where Are the Jobs Listed?
The official Circular groups the jobs into two main sections.
- National Departments – These are the central government offices.
- Provincial Administrations – These are the offices that work in each of the nine provinces.
On the DPSA website, each department name is a link. Clicking it will show you all the posts that belong to that department, as well as the step‑by‑step instructions you’ll need to follow to apply.
How to Apply
Follow these simple steps. If you keep to the order, you’ll reduce mistakes and increase your chances of being considered.
- Visit the DPSA official website: www.dpsa.gov.za
- Go to the “Vacancies” section and find Circular 39 of 2025.
- Click on the department that interests you; a list of posts will appear.
- Check that you meet the minimum requirements written in the post.
- Learn how to send your application. You’ll usually need to send it directly to the department that posted the job. That’s why the next step is very important.
Send your application
If the job post says “apply via email” or “send a hard copy to this address”, follow that instruction exactly. Don’t send it to the DPSA general inbox – they don’t take applications that way.
- Make sure you submit before the closing date listed on the job notice.
- Keep a record of what you sent and when, so you can check up later.
Things to Keep in Mind
- DPSA does not accept applications itself. All applications go straight to the individual department.
- Applications that hit the deadline late or that are missing parts of the required information will not be counted.
- Only candidates who make it to the short list will receive a response.
Stay in the Loop
If you want to get new job alerts right in your phone, join the official DPSA Vacancy Circular WhatsApp Channel. Each week the Channel posts fresh openings from across South Africa, so you’ll always be first to know.
Want to Apply Now?
Open the full circular PDF above and pick a job that matches your education and skills. Once you’ve found it, click on the department name, confirm you meet the qualifications, and send your application the way the post directs.
Good luck, and remember that the public sector is looking for motivated and capable people just like you!