Botswana Government Labourer – Letlhakane | PSLE | Direct Entry | Permanent Job | Apply by 24 September 2026
The Republic of Botswana – Ministry for State President, Defence and Security, Boteti District invites applications for a Labourer position tenable at the Department of Food Relief Services in Letlhakane, Boteti District.
This is a Permanent and Pensionable Government position. Applicants only need a Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) Certificate, and the vacancy is advertised as Direct Entry. Previous experience as a Labourer is an added advantage rather than a mandatory requirement.
Labourer Job Overview
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Ministry for State President, Defence and Security |
| District | Boteti District |
| Department | Department of Food Relief Services |
| Position | Labourer |
| Number of Positions | X1 |
| Location | Letlhakane, Botswana |
| Reference Number | LDA Y10 IV (12) |
| Vacancy Circular | No. 4 of 2026 |
| Salary Scale | A3 – P34,740 to P39,456 per annum |
| Employment Type | Permanent and Pensionable |
| Leave | 20 working days per annum |
| Minimum Qualification | PSLE Certificate |
| Experience | Direct Entry |
| Closing Date | 24 September 2026 at 16:30 |
Main Purpose of the Job
The Labourer will be responsible for loading and offloading food commodities from the warehouse to designated feeding points on a monthly basis.
The advert specifically mentions commodities including Tsabana, Malutu, vegetable oil and stewed steak.
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be expected to:
- Load and offload food commodities.
- Assist with moving food commodities from the warehouse to designated feeding points.
- Clean the warehouse and storeroom.
- Clean other facilities to ensure they remain hygienic and orderly.
- Assist with arranging and moving office furniture.
- Assist with moving equipment and stores when required.
- Carry out other related duties assigned by the supervisor or management from time to time.
Qualifications and Requirements
The minimum educational requirement is:
Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) Certificate
For experience, the vacancy states:
Direct Entry
This means previous formal Labourer experience is not listed as a compulsory requirement.
However:
Experience as a Labourer will be an added advantage.
Applicants with genuine experience involving manual work, warehouses, loading/offloading, cleaning, stores or similar duties should clearly include it on their CV.
Key Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Ability to work with people.
- Adherence to principles and values.
- Ability to decide and initiate action.
- Ability to deliver results and meet expectations.
- Ability to follow instructions and procedures.
- Ability to adapt and respond to change.
Salary and Benefits
The salary scale is:
A3 – P34,740 to P39,456 per annum
The position is Permanent and Pensionable, with 20 working days of leave per annum.
Benefits advertised include:
- Optional contributory medical aid scheme – Government contributes 80%, employee contributes 20%.
- Contributory Pension Fund – employee contributes 5%, Government contributes 15%.
- Housing and upkeep allowance of P1,105.40 per month.
How to Apply
Applicants must quote both:
Reference Number: LDA Y10 IV (12)
Vacancy Circular No. 4 of 2026
Applications must include:
- Detailed and updated CV showing duties.
- Certified copies of certificates.
- Certified copy of Omang.
- At least one recent work-related reference confirming relevant experience, if any.
Postal Applications
Address applications to:
The District Commissioner
Private Bag 20
Letlhakane
Hand Delivery
Applications may also be hand-delivered to:
Rural Administration Centre
District Commissioner Records Office B22
Letlhakane
Closing Date
24 September 2026 at 16:30
Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted.
For further information, contact the Human Resource Unit on 2978333.
CV Tips for Labourer Applicants
Because this is a Direct Entry vacancy, don’t invent previous employment if you have none. Make your PSLE qualification easy to see and highlight your reliability, willingness to perform physical work and ability to follow instructions.
If you have genuine experience, mention tasks such as loading/offloading, warehouse work, cleaning, moving goods, stock handling, manual labour or moving furniture and equipment.
Possible Labourer Interview Questions
- Why are you interested in the Labourer position?
- Are you comfortable performing physically demanding work?
- How would you safely load and offload goods?
- Why is cleanliness important in a food warehouse?
- How would you keep a storeroom organised?
- Can you work effectively as part of a team?
- How do you follow instructions from a supervisor?
- What would you do if you noticed damaged food stock?
- How would you handle heavy items safely?
- Why should we appoint you as a Labourer?
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