Department of Home Affairs: Hospital Clerk Vacancies 2026 (20 Posts) – Apply Now

Department of Home Affairs DHA

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) invites interested and suitably qualified South Africans to apply for 20 Hospital Clerk positions available across several provinces. These permanent government positions offer an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about public service and committed to supporting the registration of births and deaths within healthcare facilities.

The Department is looking for patriotic, professional, dedicated, and talented individuals who are ready to contribute to the transformation of Home Affairs into a modern, digital-first government institution. Successful candidates will become part of a team focused on improving service delivery while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Job Summary
  • Position: Hospital Clerk
  • Number of Posts: 20
  • Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum
  • Salary Level: Level 5
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Closing Date: 10 July 2026
  • Location: Various provinces across South Africa

Hospital Clerks play a critical role in ensuring that birth and death registrations are completed accurately and efficiently. This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy administrative work, interacting with members of the public, and ensuring that official government records are correctly maintained.

Job Locations
  • Eastern Cape: Large Office – Gqeberha
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4a
    • Posts: 1
  • Eastern Cape: Large Office – Lusikisiki
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4b
    • Posts: 1
  • Free State: Medium Office – Bloemfontein
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4c
    • Posts: 2
  • Gauteng: Coronation
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4d
    • Posts: 1
  • Gauteng: Temba
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4e
    • Posts: 1
  • Gauteng: Medium Office – Brakpan
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4f
    • Posts: 1
  • KwaZulu-Natal: Dundee
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4g
    • Posts: 1
  • KwaZulu-Natal: Prospecton
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4h
    • Posts: 1
  • Limpopo: WF Knobel Hospital
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4i
    • Posts: 1
  • Limpopo: Louis Trichardt
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4j
    • Posts: 1
  • Limpopo: Medium Office – Bochum
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4k
    • Posts: 1
  • Mpumalanga: Embuleni
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4l
    • Posts: 1
  • Mpumalanga: Volksrust
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4m
    • Posts: 1
  • North West: Taung
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4n
    • Posts: 1
  • North West: Itsoseng
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4o
    • Posts: 1
  • Northern Cape: Upington
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4p
    • Posts: 1
  • Northern Cape: Jan Kempdorp
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4q
    • Posts: 1
  • Western Cape: Medium Office – Wynberg
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4r
    • Posts: 1
  • Western Cape: Medium Office – Ceres
    • Reference Number: HRMC 41/26/4s
    • Posts: 1

If meeting the minimum requirements and looking for a stable career in the public service, this recruitment process offers an excellent opportunity to join one of South Africa’s most important government departments.

Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate as recognised by SAQA. An NQF Level 5 qualification as recognised by SAQA, and/or the DHA Qualification: Home Affairs Services (NQF Level 5) is required.

Applicants must have an understanding of all departmental legislation and prescripts, as well as basic knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework. Knowledge of the Batho Pele Principles and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures for the registration of births and deaths are essential.

A valid driver’s licence is required.

Applicants should possess the following skills and competencies:

  • Planning and organising
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Financial administration
  • Clerical and administration
  • Ability to multitask
  • Teamwork
  • Record and time management
  • Professionalism
  • Proven client focus and orientation
  • Computer literacy
  • Patriotism
  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
Duties

The successful candidates will be responsible for, amongst others, the following specific tasks:

  • Render birth registration services to clients.
  • Receive notice of birth and relevant supporting documents.
  • Complete DHA 24.
  • Perform online verification of informant or take a full set of fingerprints when online verifications are not available.
  • Capture the application on the National Population Register.
  • Submit the application for quality assurance to the supervisor.
  • Confirm the informant’s details.
  • Print the birth certificate.
  • Sign and issue the birth certificate as delegated.
  • Ensure the informant signs the register to acknowledge receipt of the birth certificate.
  • Record and maintain a birth occurrence versus registered births register.
  • Record and maintain the register of foreign birth occurrences.
  • Provide death registration services to clients.
  • Ensure good governance, risk and compliance.
  • Ensure effective and efficient management of human, physical and financial resources within the Unit.
Application Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 10 July 2026. Applications received after the closing date may not be considered.

How to Apply

Applications that comply with the Directions to Applicants must be submitted online through the Department of Home Affairs eRecruitment Portal or delivered to the relevant provincial office where the post is advertised.

Online Application

Submit your application online at: https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za

Physical Submission Addresses

Eastern Cape
11 Hargreaves Avenue, King William’s Town, 5600

Free State
41 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9301

Gauteng
3rd Floor, Mineralia Building, Corner De Beer and De Korte Street, Braamfontein, 2017

KwaZulu-Natal
181 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3209

Limpopo
89 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0699

Mpumalanga
29 Bester Street, Nelspruit, 1200

North West
Corner Sheppard and Carrington Street, Mafikeng, 2745

Northern Cape
Quantum Leap Building, 69 Du Toitspan Road, Kimberley, 8300

Western Cape
4th Floor, Fair Cape Building, 56 Barrack Street, Cape Town, 800

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online through the Department of Home Affairs eRecruitment Portal at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za or delivered to the correct provincial address specified in the advertisement on or before the closing date.

Applicants must submit a fully completed Application for Employment Form (New Z83), effective from 1 January 2021, together with a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV). The CV must clearly indicate the correct post number and job title being applied for, employment history with start and end dates (dd/mm/yyyy), job titles, duties performed, reasons for leaving each position, and the contact details of at least two recent and contactable employment references. Where a valid driver’s licence and a Professional Driving Permit (PDP) are required, these must also be clearly indicated on the CV.

Important Information

The Department of Home Affairs is a merit-based, equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. To promote representivity, preference for entry-level positions may be given to locally based candidates where affordability is a factor, as well as unemployed youth and Department of Home Affairs interns and learners who have successfully completed their respective skills development programmes. Preference may also be given to persons with disabilities for all advertised posts and to women for Senior Management Service (SMS) positions, provided they meet the minimum requirements.

The Department complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Personal information submitted by applicants will be processed solely for recruitment purposes, retained where required for auditing, and protected against unauthorised disclosure except where disclosure is required by law. By submitting an application, applicants consent to the processing of their personal information.

All shortlisted candidates, including SMS applicants, will be required to complete two pre-entry assessments. One assessment will evaluate the candidate’s technical and generic competencies through a practical exercise, while the second will assess integrity and ethical conduct.

Shortlisted candidates will also be required to submit certified copies of their identity document, a valid driver’s licence where applicable, educational qualifications, Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) certificates, academic transcripts for completed qualifications, and acting appointment letters where requested. Applicants who obtained qualifications outside South Africa must submit an evaluation certificate issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Candidates may also be subjected to interviews, competency tests, assessments, and employment suitability checks, including verification of qualifications, criminal record, citizenship, credit history, employment references, reasons for leaving previous employment, and whether they conduct business with the State.

Successful candidates will be required to complete the prescribed probation period and obtain the appropriate security clearance for the position before permanent appointment. Correspondence regarding the recruitment process will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

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