A strong CV can be overlooked if it arrives as CVfinalfinal2.pdf with no subject line and a vague email message. When employers receive dozens of applications, professional file names and clear email etiquette help them identify, open and review your documents quickly. Whether you are applying for a role in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban or … Read more
Working from home can give you more flexibility, but it does not remove your South African tax responsibilities. Whether you are a remote employee, independent contractor or full-time freelancer, SARS expects you to declare taxable income correctly and keep supporting records. Your obligations depend on how you earn money, where you are tax resident, whether … Read more
Applying for jobs can quickly become confusing when you send several CVs in one week. You may forget which version you submitted, lose an application reference number, or miss an interview date because the details are scattered across email, WhatsApp and different job platforms. This postings.co.za application tracking guide for job seekers shows you how … Read more
Searching for work takes time, energy and personal information. Before you apply for a vacancy on postings.co.za or any other job platform, take a few minutes to check the employer, review the advert and confirm that the opportunity is genuine. This matters especially in South Africa, where job seekers may encounter fake recruiters, copied vacancies, … Read more
Finding a suitable job in South Africa can feel like a full-time task. New vacancies may receive applications quickly, especially for popular entry-level, remote, administrative, retail and public-sector roles. A well-configured job alert helps you act sooner without checking job boards all day. This postings.co.za job alerts setup guide explains how to create useful alerts, … Read more
Flexible work can make a major difference when you are balancing family responsibilities, studies, transport costs, or another job. In South Africa, flexible opportunities may include remote work, part-time job listings, hybrid positions, freelance projects, temporary contracts and roles with flexible hours. The challenge is finding genuine opportunities without wasting hours on unsuitable adverts. With … Read more
Finding work in South Africa can be difficult when employers ask for experience, certificates and practical skills. Skills development levies help convert employer contributions into training opportunities, including learnerships, occupational programmes and other forms of support for eligible jobseekers. These opportunities are not always advertised in one central place, and “free” training does not mean … Read more
Having a baby or welcoming a child through adoption should not mean losing your job. South African employment law provides maternity, parental, adoption and commissioning-parent leave, while the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) may provide income support if you meet its contribution requirements. The rules can be confusing, especially because leave entitlement and UIF benefits are … Read more
Facing CCMA arbitration can feel intimidating, especially when your job, income and professional reputation are at stake. The good news is that careful preparation can help you present your case clearly and confidently. This CCMA arbitration preparation guide for employees explains what to collect, how to prepare witnesses, what happens on the day and how … Read more
Starting freelancing can feel like a catch-22: clients want experience, but you need clients to gain experience. The good news is that you can build a convincing freelance portfolio without waiting for paid work. Whether you are in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban or a smaller South African town, self-initiated portfolio projects can prove what you … Read more