TIPS ON COMPLETING THE Z83 GOVERNMENT APPLICATION FORM
An application is often the first opportunity the work seeker has to make a good
impression and to access available job opportunities. The application form is used by
only persons with original Identity Documents (ID) or official passport wishing to apply
for an advertised position in a government department.
THE PURPOSE OF THE Z83 APPLICATION FORM
It is to screen and identify suitable candidates for the next rounds of the selection
process. The information provided in the Z83 job application is initially screened to
determine whether the applicant meets the required minimum requirements and
qualifications of the position for which one is applying for. The application form is
considered by the selected shortlisting committee to discuss and agree on the
selection criteria in order to select the most suitable candidates. With so many people
checking and reviewing your application, it is important to ensure that the application
form is neat and contains the relevant required information and supporting documents.
COMPLETING THE APPLICATION FORM Z83
Set up a separate time dedicated to completing the Z83 application form to show the
seriousness of securing a job opportunity. Please ensure that the application form is
completed in full so that it can stand out from the rest and have a better chance of
being favourably selected. Failure to complete all sections on an application form may
lead to your application not moving forward in the selection process, which is
something you should avoid at all costs, regardless of whether you have attached the
information on your CV. Bear in mind that mistakes do happen wherein some
attachments might have got lost or you may not even aware that you did not submit
all the attachments. Therefore, you will be on the safer side if you have fully completed
the Z83 and provided all required attachments, in case such unexpected incidents
happen.
OBTAIN A Z83 FORM
The Z83 application form is available at any South Africa National, Provincial and most
Government department’s websites. You can also obtain one from any Designated
Online Application Centre (DOAC) or download it from the
www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs website. You can also access the list of DOACs from
the same website.
TIPS ON COMPLETING THE Z83
COVERNMENT APPLICATION FORM
READ THE APPLICATION FORM CAREFULLY
It is very important to make enough time and read the entire form thoroughly. This will
help you to clearly understand all the questions on the application form. If you find it
difficult to understand or satisfactorily answer some questions, you can ask someone
to help you at a Designated Online Application Centre (DOAC).
FIRST IMPRESSIONS COUNTS
Your Z83 application form is the first thing they see about you. Therefore, it is very
important to complete your application form fully and neat to set the tone straight.
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE APPLICATION FORM
Following instructions is an important ability to practice in your everyday life in order
to attend in detail what is required. When the application form says complete the
information required on the form, do as such. Do not say “attached CV and supporting
documents”. When it says, you may also attach the CV and supporting documents, do
so as directed.
ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE PUT THE CORRECT REFERENCE NUMBER
Since government receives many applications especially for entry level jobs it is
important to make sure that you have put the correct reference number for each
particular post you have applied for. This will assist you to avoid being unnecessarily
disqualified because of such mistakes.
SIGN THE DECLARATION SECTION
Please note that if your application form is not signed or dated, it is an immediate
disqualification. In other words, your application will not be considered since it has not
been authorized by the applicant. Please ensure that you complete the form fully and
sign it off at the end.
ENSURE YOU ATTACH A CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) TO YOUR Z83
APPLICATION FORM
Please ensure that you attach a detailed CV to your Z83 application form.
TIPS ON COMPLETING THE Z83
COVERNMENT APPLICATION FORM
Z83 CHECKLIST
Please ensure that you use the check list below on the pages below to determine if
you have completed your Z83 application form directly.
Z83 APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT CHECKLIST YES NO
SECTION A
POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING (AS ADVERTISED)
Make sure that you fill in the job position/ title as shown on the
advert and do not change or shorten it.
DEPARTMENT WHERE THE POSITION WAS ADVERTISED
Make sure you indicate the full name of the Department in which the
position you are applying for is advertised, e.g. Department of
Employment and Labour.
REFERENCE NUMBER (AS STATED IN THE ADVERT)
Write the reference number of the position you are applying for as it
is reflected on the advert. Each Z83 application form is made for one
position and not for more than one position, even though they have
the same requirements.
IF YOU ARE OFFERED THE POSITION, WHEN CAN YOU START OR HOW
MUCH NOTICE MUST YOU SERVE WITH YOUR CURRENT EMPLOYER?
You need to indicate the time you would like to assume your new job
should you be considered successful.
SECTION B (Refer to the sample of the completed Z83 application form below)
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Make sure that your full personal details are clearly written even
though they are also reflected on your CV. This should include: your
full names, Identity number, date of birth, race, disability, citizenship,
nationality, work permit, disciplinary case, criminal record,
discharged or retired from the Public Service, business interests,
work experience, profession or occupation registration.
P.S. Take note that you do not leave any question not answered, e.g. wherein a
question is not applicable to you, do not leave an empty space on it – rather fill that
space with this short format N/A to confirm that you have answered 100 % all the
questions. See example on the filled Z83 below.
SECTION C (Refer to the sample of the completed Z83 application form below)
CONTACT DETAILS AND MEDIUM OF COMMUNICATIONS
It is advisable to select the telephone as a method for
correspondence as it is fast to reach and more convenient. Ensure
that you fill in at least two phone numbers of individuals who are
reliable and trustworthy to inform you of any communication
received regarding a post.
SECTION D (Refer to the sample of the completed Z83 application form below)
SOUTH AFRICAN OFFICIAL LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY
Specify your language proficiency by rating levels of ability in
speaking, writing and reading. For example, GOOD, FAIR, BAD.
TIPS ON COMPLETING THE Z83
COVERNMENT APPLICATION FORM
SECTION E (Refer to the sample of the completed Z83 application form below)
FORMAL QUALIFICATION (from highest to the lowest)
List all your formal qualifications starting from the highest to the
lowest level relevant to the post applied for, e.g. Diploma (highest)
and Matric (lowest).
SECTION F (Refer to the sample of the completed Z83 application form below)
WORK EXPERIENCE (Also attach a detailed CV)
List all your work experiences starting with the most relevant to recent work
experiences, even you can also include volunteering work, as per what is required.
SECTION G
REFERENCES: (Name, Relationship and Contacts)
Make sure that you mention at least three individuals as your referees
and can include previous supervisors, managers, or a colleague who can
speak well about you based on your work experience and competence.
Therefore, do not choose your friends and family members as your
referees.
DECLARATION
SIGNATURE, DATE, AND INITIAL
Make sure that the form has been signed, dated and initialled in each
page before submission.