The Department of Defence (DOD) is a unit of the South African government. It oversees the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), the armed forces responsible for defending South Africa.
The mission of the Department of Defence is to provide, manage, prepare and employ defence capabilities commensurate with the needs of South Africa, as regulated by the Constitution, national legislation, parliamentary and executive direction.
The following vacancies have arisen at the Department of Defence. The vacancies are contained in the South Africa Government Jobs: Circular 26 of 2022 issued on 15 July 2022.
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Please note
- Applications must be accompanied by a Z83 form (DOWNLOAD HERE), or obtainable from any Public Service Department.
- Applications must include recent updated comprehensive CV, certified copies of all qualifications, academic record and ID document.
- Failure to submit the requested documents / information will result in your application not being considered.
- It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and assessments at a time, date and place as determined by the Department of Defence.
INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2022/2023
The Department of Defence would like to invite qualifying applicants to apply for a Graduate Internship Programme for the Financial Year 2022/2023.
Graduates with Disabilities and those from TVET Colleges are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will be responsible to arrange their own accommodation and transport to and from place of work, during the period of the Internship.
SOUTH AFRICAN ARMY REF NO: SAA 01/2022 1 (X3 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Journalism, Public Relations Management, Marketing Management, Web Design, Computer Science, Political Science, International Relations, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting.
ENQUIRIES : Major M.M. Chaba Tel No: (012) 355 1660
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Army Headquarters, Directorate Army Human Resources, Private Bag X981, Pretoria, 0001 or. Hand delivery at South African Army, Dequar Road, Pretoria.
SOUTH AFRICAN AIR FORCE REF NO: SAAF 02/2022 (X10 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : N6/ National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Communication Studies, Media Studies, Journalism, Public Relations Management, Marketing Management, Web Design, Computer Science, Political Science, International Relations, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting.
ENQUIRIES : Mr E.M. Rabapane Tel No: (012) 312 1038
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Air Force Headquarters, Air Command-Directorate ETD, Private Bag X199, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at South African Air Force, 1 Dequar Road, Pretoria.
SOUTH AFRICAN NAVY REF NO: SAN 03/2022 (X2 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Logistic Management, Supply Chain Management, Human Resource Management, Mechanical Engineering.
ENQUIRIES : Capt (SAN) L.H. Machaka Tel No: (012) 339 4460
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, SA Navy Headquarters, Private Bag X104, Pretoria 0001 or hand delivery at 224 Visagie Str SA Navy Headquarters, Pretoria.
DEFENCE RESERVES DIVISION REF NO: DRD 04/2022 (X3 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Finance Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management.
ENQUIRIES : Colonel K.G. Mosotho Tel No: (012) 355 5008
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Defence Reserves, Private Bag X161, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
DEFENCE MATERIAL DIVISION REF NO: DMD 05/2022 (X5 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma in Public Management, National Diploma in Logistic or Supply Chain Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr K.N. Nkoko Tel No: (012) 355 6299
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Defence Reserves, Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
DEFENCE CORPORATE COMMUNICATION REF NO: DCC 06/2022 (X9 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Communication Science, Event Management, Public Relations, Marketing Management, Cameraman, Photography, Photo Journalist, Film & Video Technology, Graphic Design, Layout Artist, Theatre Technology & Entertainment, Sound Engineering, Fine Art, Media.
ENQUIRIES : Lt Col N.I. Ndesi Tel No: (012) 355 6315
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Directorate Corporate Communications, Private Bag X161, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
DEFENCE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS REF NO: DIA 07/2022 (X9 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Degree in International Relations/Political Science, National Diploma in Office Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr E. Bogopane Tel No: (012) 355 5435
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Defence International Affairs , Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
INTERNAL AUDIT DIVISION REF NO: IAD 08/2022 (X10 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Finance Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mrs J.S. Nkosi/Me N. Bhese Tel No: (012) 649 1031/1051
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Internal Audit Division, Private Bag X1910, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at 70 Ribbon Grass Road, Eco Glades 1, Eco Park Highveld, Pretoria 0001.
CHAPLAIN SERVICE DIVISION REF NO: CPLN 09/2022 (X2 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Degree in Communications, Degree in HR, Degree in Training and Development
ENQUIRIES : Col (PAST) E. Francis Tel No: (012) 990 3706
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Chaplain General Division, Private Bag X479, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, SA Army College, Cnr van Riebeck & Andries Pretorius Str, Thaba Tshwane Pretoria.
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE AND MILITARY VETERANS REF NO: MDMV 10/2022 (X2 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma in Public Finance and Accounting/ N6 Certificate in Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr J. Molatlheki/ Mr M Kgoedi Tel No: (012) 765 9406/9428
APPLICATIONS : Department of Military Veterans, Private Bag X943, Hatfield Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at 328 Festival Street, Hatfield, Pretoria 0028
COMMAND AND MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM DIVISION REF NO: CMIS 11/2022 (X7 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Human Resource Management, Project Management.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Y.M. Manya/ WO S.A. McMaster Tel No: (012) 649 1462/1458.
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, CMIS Division, Private Bag X161, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
DOD HEADQUARTERS UNIT REF NO: DHQU 12/2022 (X10 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Human Resource Management, Logistic Management, Supply Chain Management, Communication Studies, Financial Management.
ENQUIRIES : Captain I.E. Chake Tel No: (012) 355 5526
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, DOD Headquarters Unit, Private Bag X161, Pretoria 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
OFFICE OF THE MILITARY OMBUD REF NO: OMO 13/2022 (X6 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : N6, National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in LLB, Legal, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Communication, Public Relations, HR Management
ENQUIRIES : Mr B.C. Radebe Tel No: (012) 676 3842.
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Military Ombud, Private Bag x163, Centurion,0046, or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Military Ombud, Block C4, 349 Witch Hazel Ave Eco Origin, Highveld, Centurion.
HUMAN RESOURCES DIVISIONAL STAFF REF NO: HRDS 14/2022 (X2 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Human Resource Management, Marketing Management.
ENQUIRIES : Major C. Mjikelo Tel No: (012) 355 5646
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, HR Division, Private Bag X159, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Delmas & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
TRAINING COMMAND REF NO: TRG COMD 15/2022 (X8 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Human Resource Development, Management of Training, International Relations and Diplomacy, Information Technology.
ENQUIRIES : Ms E. du Preez Tel No: (012) 674 .4767
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Training Command HQ (PS School), Private Bag X1024, Thaba Tshwane, 0143 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, PS School, 7 Johannes Pretorius Str, Thaba Tshwane 0143.
DIRECTORATE LANGUAGES REF NO: DLANG 16/2022 (X5 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Training Command (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Degree in Degree in Language Practice, English Studies, Applied Linguistic.
ENQUIRIES : Mr D. Smit Tel No: (012) 355 5311
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, HR Division, Private Bag X159, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Delmas & Nossob Str, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria.
DIRECTORATE PHYSICAL TRAINING SPORTS & RECREATION REF NO: DPTSR 17/2022 (X3 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Public Management, Human Resource Management, Sport Management
ENQUIRIES : Captain C.B. Mehlo Tel No: (012) 392 5825
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Human Resources Division, Directorate Physical Training Sport & Recreation, Private Bag X159 Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, 195 Poyntons building, Cnr Bosman and W.K. Nkomo Street, Pretoria.
LABOUR RELATIONS REF NO: LR18/2022 (X3 INTERNS)
STIPEND : A stipend will be paid according to proof of relevant qualification and it will vary as per qualification (N6-R4000, Diploma-R4000, N Diploma and Degree-R5000, Honours and Master’s-R7000 PM).
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma/ B Tech/ B Degree in Labour Relations, Labour Law, Industrial Relations.
ENQUIRIES : Ms D. Monaga Tel No: (012) 355 5074
APPLICATIONS : Department of Defence, Human Resources Division, Private Bag X159, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivery at Department of Defence, Armscor Building, Cnr Boeing & Nossob Str, Erasmus
Available Vacancies
- The link we provide below downloads the entire job circular.
- To view entire Circular 26 of 2022, CLICK HERE. You will find jobs for the Department of Defence internship programme on pages 9 – 13 of the document.
- Kindly note that the deadline for the submission of applications is 5 August 2022.
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