Gauteng Hosts Youth Day Jobs Fair: Connecting Opportunities

The Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) is preparing to organise a jobs fair aimed at tackling unemployment within the province.

The launch of the jobs fair is scheduled for Friday, 16th June 2023, and will take place at various locations across Gauteng as reported by SA News.

Premier Panyaza Lesufi highlighted that this initiative not only aims to address the issue of joblessness but also aims to strengthen the provincial government’s capabilities.

“Recognising the urgent need to tackle high unemployment rates among specific groups in the province, the GPG has undertaken a recruitment campaign by advertising funded job vacancies across different departments and entities.

“This comprehensive recruitment drive will not only address the challenges of unemployment but also enhance the state’s capabilities, resulting in improved service delivery at various points of contact. By expanding the workforce, the GPG aims to enhance its capacity to meet the diverse needs of its residents,” stated Lesufi.

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The provincial government has announced that thousands of job opportunities will be made available, including positions for drivers, receptionists, cleaners, artisans, construction managers, communication officers, health practitioners, agricultural advisors, engineers, and chief financial officers.

“The launch of this campaign, coinciding with the 47th anniversary of the June 16 uprising, demonstrates the provincial government’s commitment to intensify efforts in curbing unemployment and raising awareness about the available job openings.

“Initially, the provincial government intended to advertise over 15,000 vacant positions across all departments and agencies. However, this number has been revised due to constraints related to capacity and budgetary limitations. The jobs that will be advertised on 16th June represent the first batch of vacancies, and subsequent phases will follow until all positions are filled.

“The Gauteng Provincial Government encourages all interested individuals to visit the designated walk-in centres during the Jobs Fair and seize the opportunity to join the public service. By participating in this event, job seekers can take meaningful steps towards securing employment and contributing to the economic development of the province,” the provincial government expressed.

Applicants can submit their CVs and Z83 forms at the following walk-in centres:

• Johannesburg: Nasrec EXPO Centre, Pimville Community Hall, Eldorado Secondary School, and Ivory Park North Hall.
• Tshwane: Ekangala Community Hall, Mabopane Indoor Sports Centre, Eersterust Civic Centre, Mamokobe Malatji Community Hall, and Olievenhoutbosch New Library.
• Ekurhuleni: Duduza Multipurpose Centre, Faranani Multipurpose Centre, Reiger Park Gereformeerde Kerk, Mackenzieville Community Hall, DH Williams Hall, and Rabasotho Community Centre Molambo Crescent.
• Sedibeng: Boipatong Tshirela Community Hall, Ratanda Multipurpose Hall, Rustervaal Community Hall, and Saul Tsotetsi Community Hall.
• West Rand: Chief Mogale Hall, Toekomsrus Community Hall, and Khutsong Multipurpose Community Centre.

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