DPSA Circular 07 of 2025 

Public service vacancy circular

Introduction

1. This Circular is, except during December, published on a weekly basis and contains the advertisements of vacant posts and jobs in Public Service departments.
2. Although the Circular is issued by the Department of Public Service and Administration, the Department is not responsible for the content of the advertisements. Enquiries about an advertisement must be addressed to the relevant advertising department.

Directions to candidates

1. Applications on form Z83 with full particulars of the applicants’ training, qualifications, competencies, knowledge and experience (on a separate sheet if necessary or a CV) must be forwarded to the department in which the vacancy/vacancies exist(s).
2. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications.
3. Applicants requiring additional information regarding an advertised post must direct their enquiries to the department where the vacancy exists. The Department of Public Service and Administration must not be approached for such information.
4. It must be ensured that applications reach the relevant advertising departments on or before the applicable closing dates.

Directions to departments

1. The contents of this Circular must be brought to the attention of all employees.
2. It must be ensured that employees declared in excess are informed of the advertised vacancies. Potential candidates from the excess group must be assisted in applying timeously for vacancies and attending where applicable, interviews.
3. Where vacancies have been identified to promote representativeness, the provisions of sections 15 (affirmative action measures) and 20 (employment equity plan) of the Employment Equity Act, 1998 should be applied. Advertisements for such vacancies should state that it is intended to promote representativeness through the filling of the vacancy and that the candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representativeness, will receive preference.
4. Candidates must be assessed and selected in accordance with the relevant measures that apply to employment in the Public Service.

Overview of DPSA Circular 07 of 2025

DPSA Circular 07 of 2025 was issued recently and includes important updates and information relevant to public service employees in South Africa. This circular is part of a series of communications from the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) that provide guidance on various administrative matters.

Key Details

• Issuance Date: The circular was released as part of the ongoing updates for the year 2025, following Circular 06 of 2025.
• Content: While the specific details of Circular 07 of 2025 are not fully outlined in the search results, it is part of a sequence that includes various other circulars aimed at addressing public service vacancies and administrative updates 1.

Related Circulars

• Circular 06 of 2025: Issued on February 14, 2025, this circular highlighted new job vacancies across national departments and provincial administrations 2.
• Previous Circulars: The circulars leading up to this one, such as Circular 01 through Circular 06 of 2025, provide context and continuity in the updates being communicated by the DPSA.

For more specific information regarding the contents of Circular 07 of 2025, it may be beneficial to consult the official DPSA website or contact the department directly.