ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: DISABILITY ASSISTANT (SIGN LANGAUGE)

Department of Community Safety and Liaison

Reference number: LDTCS V03/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Vhembe District (Thohoyandou)
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Circular: No 30 of 2026

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Requirements

A National Senior Certificate / an equivalent plus an appropriate qualification (NQF 6) in Sign language Interpretation / Linguistics / Education or an equivalent qualification in the relevant field / area as recognized by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). A minimum of two years’ experience in the same or related field. Ability to communicate and interpret sign language. Valid driver’s license. Core And Process Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, Programme and Project Management, Change Management, Financial Management, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication. Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge of working with deaf people, Sign language, In-depth knowledge of South African Sign Language (SASL), Understanding of deaf culture and communication needs, Knowledge of professional interpreting ethics and confidentiality. Knowledge of disability services. Excellent sign language and verbal communication, Strong listening and comprehension abilities, Ability to interpret accurately and under pressure, Professionalism and integrity, Good interpersonal and relationship management skills, Cultural sensitivity and awareness, Time management and organizational skills, Ability to work independently and part of a team.

Duties

Provide disability support for deaf and hard-hearing employees. Interpret spoken communication into sign language and sign language into spoken language accurately and effectively. Facilitate communication during meetings, training sessions, workshops, interviews and public events. Provide administration services for deaf and hard-hearing employees. Support disability awareness campaigns, commemorative days and training initiatives.

Where to send your application

applicants are encouraged to register and submit their applications through the e-recruitment link at https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za, However, hand delivered applications are accepted and must be submitted on the New Z83 application form obtainable from all Government Departments or can be downloaded from www.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za No Email or Fax Applications will be accepted. Applications should be submitted to the centre (Head Office or districts) where the post is located as follows: Head Office: The Acting Director: HRM, Department of Transport and Community Safety, Private Bag X9491, Polokwane, 0700 or handed in at Phamoko Building, second (2nd) Floor, Office No. 45 at 40 Church Street, Polokwane, 0699. Capricorn District, 39 Church Street, Snabasa Building, Polokwane, O699, Tel. No. 073 170 6748. Sekhukhune District, Lebowakgomo Govt. Complex. The Director, Private Bag X61, Lebowakgomo,0737, Tel No: (015) 633 5150. Waterberg District, NTK Building, Modimolle, Corner Limpopo Street & Thabo Mbeki. The Director, Private Bag X1038, Modimolle, 0510, Tel No: (014) 718 2335/2317/2330. Mopani District, Giyani Govt Complex, The Director, Private Bag X9679, Giyani, 0826, Tel No: (015) 811 7000/7022. Vhembe District, Thohoyandou Govt Complex, The Director, Private Bag X2145, Sibasa, 0790, Tel No: (015) 960 3000

Enquiries

Mr. Chabani T: Tel No: (015) 960 3094/ Ms. Masithi NH Tel No: (015) 960 3032 (Vhembe)

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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