The Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) has officially released Circular 45 of 2025, calling on South African jobseekers to apply for new vacancies available across National Departments and all Provincial Administrations. Applicants will be responsible for fulfilling various government service duties depending on the role, including administration, public service delivery, stakeholder engagement, clerical work, management, and operational support.
This article explains what to expect in the circular, where to find the full document, how departments are grouped, and provides a step-by-step guide on how to apply for DPSA government jobs.
Job Details – Circular Overview:
- Circular Number: DPSA Vacancy Circular 45 of 2025
- Posting Date: 05 December 2025
- Document Type: Government Vacancy Bulletin
- Applies To: National Departments & Provincial Administrations
- Source: DPSA
- WhatsApp Channel: DPSA Vacancy Circular (subscribe via official DPSA platforms)
DPSA Circular 45 of 2025 Will be published at 2:00 PM
Step 1: Download the Full Circular:
Go to the official DPSA website and open Vacancy Circular 45 of 2025. Inside the PDF, each department has a list of all current vacancies
Step 2: Identify the Department and Post
Scroll through the circular and choose:
- The department
- The job title
- The reference number
- The location
Make sure you meet the requirement
Step 3: Complete the Z83 Application Form
All government applications require the Z83 Form.
You must download the newest version from the DPSA website.
Fill in:
- Personal information
- Qualification details
- Reference numbers
- Employment history
Step 4: Prepare Your Supporting Documents
Although the updated Z83 does not require attachments on submission, the department may
request them later.
Have these ready:
- Detailed CV
- Certified ID copy
- Certified qualifications
- Driver’s license (if required)
- Membership to professional bodies (if applicable)
