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South Africa

Direct links to this country's most useful job boards.

  1. 1PNet

    The country's largest, most popular local platform

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  2. 2CareerJunction

    For senior and executive-level roles

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  3. 3Indeed South Africa

    Has a wide database of listings

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  4. 4Careers24

    Designed for students and recent graduates

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  5. 5LinkedIn

    Professional network and career networking

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  6. 6JobMail

    A classic, widely recognized platform

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  7. 7JobVine

    Has a wide database of listings

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  8. 8Glassdoor

    Listings plus company reviews and salary data

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  9. 9Executive Placements

    For senior and executive-level roles

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  10. 10DPSA

    Official government employment portal

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  11. 11BestJobs

    Focused on regional/local listings

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  12. 12OfferZen

    Specializes in tech/IT roles

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CV format guide

What to know about local CV conventions before you apply in this country.

Local term: CVPhoto: Discouraged

In South Africa, a photo is generally discouraged unless specifically requested — the Employment Equity Act leads some HR departments to reject CVs with photos. 1-2 pages, up to 3 for senior roles, is normal. Government roles (Z83 form) require an ID number, but private-sector CVs should leave it out.

These are general guidelines based on common practice, not hard rules — a specific employer's expectations can differ. When in doubt, it's safe to keep both a with-photo and a without-photo version ready.