To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

INTERN: ELECTORAL OPERATIONS

Closing Date:

2025/03/26Reference Number:

EC/2025/46446Job Title:

INTERN: ELECTORAL OPERATIONSDivision:

Electoral MattersBusiness Unit:

Electoral MattersJob Type:

InternshipLocation:

Provincial OfficeProvince:

Eastern Cape

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Internship programme of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established in terms of Chapter 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. The Electoral Commission is committed to promoting equity, especially for people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The applicant must not have worked in the field of their specific study or been an Intern before.

 ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIPEastern Cape Provincial Office: East LondonTwenty-Four Months (24) Fixed Term Contract at R9,850.13 per month

If you are looking to kick-start your Electoral Operations career in a pre-eminent elections management body, this might be your role. We are currently looking for an intern to join our Electoral Matters team in the Eastern Cape Provincial Office. 

The Intern: will assist with the execution of provincial operational strategy in order to manage the provincial electoral office; support towards the coordination and implementation of the electoral projects and programs such as delimitation and registration including by-elections related processes. The Intern will report to the Assistant Manager:  Electoral Matters.Key performance areas:  A 24-month internship programme designed to provide qualified graduates with a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in a supportive environment, learning on-the-job and work experience.Exposure and training will be provided in the administration of various Electoral projects in the Electoral Operations area. The Intern will be required to assist with the following:Logistics for the provision, storage and distribution of election related material and equipmentImplementation of the provincial electoral operations plans and electoral projects.Monitoring of the various electoral projects and control processes including implementation of mitigating measure of identified risks.Implementation and coordination of delimitation of voting stations. Implementation and maintenance of the voter registration processes; co-ordination of all logistics projects and equipment and assets utilized in and for electoral operations.Administrative requirements on management of the delimitation and voting station identification and infrastructure projects;Coordination and implementation of registration of voters, electoral processes for general elections and by-elections.Coordination and arrangement of PPLC meetings, taking and uploading of minutes on the relevant system.Evaluation of electoral projects assisting administratively including the compilation of qualitative reports and operations of the provincial; regional and local electoral offices and projectsAs part of the provincial team, assist with other initiatives in the province, including Electoral Operations and Civic & Democracy Education.

Assist with the following general administrative duties:

·    Answer telephones, respond to queries of the public, handle routine enquiries and general administrative tasks, compile reports/ minutes, and distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders as directed by the supervisor.

·    Draft written proposals, record Minutes, write reports, handle routine enquiries and compile, distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders, and such required by supervisor.

·     Prepare and where required, assist with creating presentations.

·     Keep and maintain the filing system for the office,

·    Keep and maintain incoming and outgoing correspondence of the component and coordinate meetings.

·      Keep records and maintain the filing documentation system for the office. 

Basic requirements:  Applicants must have completed and be in possession of Matric/ Grade 12/ N3/ NTC Level 4 plus bachelor’s degree, or a three year National diploma, from an accredited tertiary institution in one of these fields: Public Management/ Public Administration/ Political Science (a post graduate qualification will be an added advantage)§  Have the ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally.§  Be computer literate and familiar with the Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word PowerPoint, etc.§  Have the willingness to learn to work with new software and applications.§  Have the willingness to travel locally within the borders of the country.§  The candidate should be a registered voter and have an understanding of the province

The ideal candidate must have the following attributes:

·         Ability to work well independently and as part of a team under supervision;·         Good time management;·         Proactive  and confident in engaging with other role-players;·         Dedication to the tasks at hand and willingness to work long hours; including weekends, when needed;·                         ·     Service driven;·         Good interpersonal skills;·         Good communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills;·         Computer literate with MS Office;·         Must be prepared to travel extensively;______________________________________________________________________

Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of all qualifications and identity document (certification of documents must not be older than 3 months). Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application not being considered.

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time determined by the Electoral Commission. The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising it and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post. Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery. NB! To qualify for this programme, applicants must be 35 years of age or younger and must not have been on an internship programme or worked in their field of study prior to this opportunity.  Applicants will be subjected to a risk assessment. Closing date for all applications: 26 March 2025. Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. “Applicants who have not been contacted by 30 April 2025 must consider their applications as not being successful”.

  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

INTERN: FINANCE

Closing Date:

2025/03/26Reference Number:

EC/2025/46447Job Title:

INTERN: FINANCEDivision:

FinanceBusiness Unit:

Corporate ServicesJob Type:

InternshipLocation:

Provincial OfficeProvince:

Eastern Cape

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Internship programme of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established in terms of Chapter 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. The Electoral Commission is committed to promoting equity, especially for people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The applicant must not have worked in the field of their specific study or been an Intern before.

 

INTERNSHIP: FINANCE 

Eastern Cape Provincial Office: East LondonTwenty-Four Months (24) Fixed Term Contract at R9,850.13 per month

If you are looking to kick-start your Finance career in a pre-eminent elections management body, this might be your role. We are currently looking for an intern to join our Finance team in the Eastern Cape Provincial Office. 

The Finance Intern will contribute towards the efficient co-ordination of Financial Management in the organisation. The Intern reports to the Assistant Manager: Finance and Facilities. Key performance areas:  A 24-month internship programme designed to provide qualified graduates with a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in a supportive environment, learning on-the-job and work experience. Exposure and training will be provided in the administration of various Finance projects where assistance is required. The Intern will be required to assist with the following:§  Capturing of creditor’s payments and record keeping.§  Assist with procurement processes.§  Contract and facilities management.§  Pool vehicle administration.§  Interaction with client’s / service providers.§  Assist with asset inventory list maintenance.§  Assist with other initiatives in the division.

Assist with the following general administrative duties:

§  Minute taking, report writing, routine enquiries.§  Maintaining the filing system in Finance.§  Compilation and distribution of documents / packages to stakeholders, including such tasks as required by supervisor.§  Maintaining incoming and outgoing correspondence in Finance.  

Basic requirements:  Applicants must have completed and be in possession of Matric/ Grade 12/ N3/ NTC Level 4 plus bachelor’s degree, or a three year National diploma, from an accredited tertiary institution in one of these fields: Public Finance/ Finance/ Financial Management /Accounting (a post graduate qualification will be an added advantage)

§  Have the ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally.§  Be computer literate and familiar with the Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.§  Have the willingness to learn to work with new software and applications.§  Have the willingness to travel locally within the borders of the country. 

The ideal candidate must have the following attributes:

§  Be a self-starter.§  Be detail-oriented. §  Have the ability to work well independently and as part of a team under supervision.§  Confident in engaging with other role-players.§  Proactive.§  Demonstrate dedication to the tasks and willingness to work long hours, including weekends, when needed.§  Service driven.§  Good communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of all qualifications and identity document (certification of documents must not be older than 3 months). Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application not being considered.

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time determined by the Electoral Commission. The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising it and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post. Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery. NB! To qualify for this programme, applicants must be 35 years of age or younger and must not have been on an internship programme or worked in their field of study prior to this opportunity.  Applicants will be subjected to a risk assessment. Closing date for all applications: 26 March 2025. Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. “Applicants who have not been contacted by 30 April 2025 must consider their applications as not being successful”.

  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP: ELECTORAL MATTERS: DELIMITATION & VOTING

Closing Date:

2025/03/27Reference Number:

NAT/2025/46444Job Title:

ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP: ELECTORAL MATTERS: DELIMITATION & VOTINGDivision:

Electoral MattersBusiness Unit:

Electoral OperationsJob Type:

InternshipLocation:

National Office

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Internship programme of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established in terms of Chapter 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.  The Electoral Commission is committed to promoting equity, especially for people with disabilities, hence they are encouraged to apply. The applicant must not have worked in the field of their specific study or been an Intern before.  

              ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP:  ELECTORAL MATTERS: DELIMITATION & VOTING

                                                   National Office (Centurion)

                           Twenty-Four Months (24) contract at R9,850.13 per month

If you’re looking to start your electoral operations career in a pre-eminent election management body, then this might just be the role for you! Were currently looking for an intern to join our winning Electoral Matters team. 

The Intern: Electoral Operations will be exposed/trained and assist in the co-ordination of electoral related projects for the province. The Intern will report to the SAO: Delimitation & Voting.

Key performance areas: A 24-month internship programme designed to provide recently qualified graduates with a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in a supportive environment, learning on-the-job and work experience. 

Exposure and training will be provided in the following areas where assistance is required:

• By-election administration and processing of ward vacancy documents, the catalogue of documents and the  archiving into the library of such documents;
• Assist with administration of Delimitation and Voting Station management processes;
• Assist with the administration of Voting, Counting and Results processes;
• Monitoring of the various departmental projects and control processes including implementation of mitigating measure of identified risks;

Liaison between provincial office staff on electoral matters projects;

• Assist in the general administration of the Electoral Matters team during the high activity period; this may    include the review of data, address and resolve any pending issues promptly, assisting voters and assisting in interim activities as required.

Assist with the following general administrative duties 

• Minute taking, report writing, preparing presentations, routine enquiries. 
• Compile, distribute documents/packages to stakeholders, and such tasks as is required by supervisor; 
• Maintaining an electronic filing system for the office;
• Maintaining incoming and outgoing correspondence of the component and coordinate meetings. 
• Assist with travel arrangements.

Basic requirements  

Applicants must have completed and be in possession of Matric/ Grade 12/ N3/ NTC Level 4 AND at least a bachelor’s degree, or a National diploma, from an accredited tertiary institution in one of these fields: Public Management / Public Administration / Political Science.

The candidate must possess the following skills:

• Good map reading skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally.

• Computer literate, familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Willingness to learn to work with new software and applications.

The ideal candidate must have the following attributes

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team under supervision.

• Good time management.

• Confident in engaging with other role-players.

• Proactive.

• Dedication to the tasks at hand and willingness to work long hours, including weekends, when needed.

• Service driven.

• Good interpersonal skills.

____________________________________________________________________________

Applications must be accompanied by a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.  Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application not being considered. 

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the Interview panel.

The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising it and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post.  Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

NB! Applicants must be 35 years of age or below and must not have been an intern or worked in their field of study before to qualify for this programme.  Applicants will be subjected to a risk assessment.

Closing date for all applications: 27 March 2025.  Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. “Applicants who have not been contacted by 30 April 2025 must consider their applications as not being successful”.
  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP: ELECTORAL MATTERS: REGISTRATIONS AND LIAISON

Closing Date:

2025/03/27Reference Number:

NAT/2025/46445Job Title:

ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP: ELECTORAL MATTERS: REGISTRATIONS AND LIAISONDivision:

Electoral MattersBusiness Unit:

Electoral MattersJob Type:

InternshipLocation:

National Office

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Internship programme of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established in terms of Chapter 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.  The Electoral Commission is committed to promoting equity, especially for people with disabilities, hence they are encouraged to apply. The applicant must not have worked in the field of their specific study or been an Intern before.  

              ELECTORAL OPERATIONS INTERNSHIP:  ELECTORAL MATTERS: REGISTRATIONS AND LIAISON

                                                      National Office (Centurion)

                                Twenty-Four Months (24) contract at R9,850.13 per month

If you’re looking to start your electoral operations career in a pre-eminent election management body, then this might just be the role for you! Were currently looking for an intern to join our winning Electoral Matters team. 

The Intern: Electoral Operations will be exposed/trained and assist in the co-ordination of electoral related projects for the province. The Intern will report to the SAO: Party Liaison.

Key performance areas: A 24-month internship programme designed to provide recently qualified graduates with a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in a supportive environment, learning on-the-job and work experience. 

Exposure and training will be provided in the following areas where assistance is required:

• Party Liaison Committee administration;
• The administration and processing of Party Registration Applications, the catalogue of documents and the    archiving into the library of such documents;
• The administration and management of letters for Party Proportional Candidate replacement;
• Assist with administration of Candidate nomination processes;
• Coordination and implementation of registration of voters for general elections and by-elections 
• Monitoring of the various registration projects and control processes including implementation of mitigating  measure of identified risks.
• Assist in the general administration of the Electoral Matters team during the high activity period; this may    include the processing of registrations, capturing address details, de-registration of voters and assisting in    interim by election activities and other activities as required.

Assist with the following general administrative duties 

• Minute taking, report writing, preparing presentations, routine enquiries. 
• Compile, distribute documents/packages to stakeholders, and such tasks as is required by supervisor; 
• Maintaining the filing system for the office;
• Maintaining incoming and outgoing correspondence of the component and coordinate meetings. 

Basic requirements  

Applicants must have completed and be in possession of Matric/ Grade 12/ N3/ NTC Level 4 AND at least a bachelor’s degree, or a National diploma, from an accredited tertiary institution in one of these fields: Public Management / Public Administration / Political Science.

The candidate must possess the following skills:

• Good map reading skills.

• Ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally.

• Computer literate, familiar with the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Willingness to learn to work with new software and applications.

The ideal candidate must have the following attributes

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team under supervision.
• Good time management.
• Confident in engaging with other role-players. 
• Proactive.
• Dedication to the tasks at hand and willingness to work long hours, including weekends, when needed.
• Service driven.
• Good interpersonal skills.

____________________________________________________________________________

Applications must be accompanied by a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.  Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application not being considered. 

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the Interview panel.

The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising it and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post.  Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

NB! Applicants must be 35 years of age or below and must not have been an intern or worked in their field of study before to qualify for this programme.  Applicants will be subjected to a risk assessment.

Closing date for all applications: 27 March 2025.  Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. “Applicants who have not been contacted by 30 April 2025 must consider their applications as not being successful”.
  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

INTERNSHIP

Closing Date:

2025/03/28Reference Number:

WC/2025/46449Job Title:

INTERNSHIPDivision:

OutreachBusiness Unit:

OutreachJob Type:

InternshipLocation:

Provincial OfficeProvince:

Western Cape

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Internship Programme of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established in terms of Chapter 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.  The Electoral Commission is committed to promoting equity, especially for people with disabilities; hence, they are encourage to apply.  The applicant must not have worked in the field of their specific study or been an intern before.  

OUTREACH INTERNSHIP: WESTERN CAPE 

Office: Bellville, Cape Town (Western Cape)

Twenty-Four Months (24) contract at R9 850.13 per month

Background

The Electoral Commission is a permanent institution with a specific mandate to manage free and fair elections for legislative bodies in the country. As such the Commission conducts national, provincial and local government elections, including municipal By- Elections.

The purpose of this position is to provide the Intern with experience across the work performed by the Election Commissions and give them exposure to its world of work. While the internship focuses on Outreach, the successful intern may be required perform duties and tasks as it relates to electoral operations and corporate services, and such additional tasks within the scope or performance of an organisational function.

 The Intern reports to the Assistant Manager: Outreach

The key performance areas are:

Civic and Democracy Education: Assist with projects related to the civic and democracy educations and voter registration initiatives across the province, including community outreach engagements. Assist with identification and implementation of outreach activities aimed at youth. Assist with the tasks related to meetings and workshops with stakeholders. Monitoring and collation of reports of engagements, initiatives and activities. 

Communication:  Assist with the drafting and implementation of a provincial Communication Plan, with specific focus on youth. Assist with maintaining an updated database of media in the province.Assist with monitoring media enquiries, and with drafting of media statements and preparations for and the holding of media briefings and interviews.

Research: Assist with and undertake research in electoral processes, situational conditions across the municipalities in the province, socio economic conditions that impact on constitutional democracy in general and electoral processes in particular. Research approaches to civic and democracy education, with emphasis on improved and new ways to engage and encourage youth participation.  Assist in identifying topics for Thought Leadership seminars and submit proposals in regard thereto. To submit written proposals and presentations based on research.

Finance & Administration:  Perform tasks and administrative support as they relate finance documentation and office administration.  The Intern duties will also include performing tasks and providing assistance with the implementation of human resources generalist practices and administrative duties as it relates to permanent staff, temporary as well as electoral staff.

General administrative duties: Draft written proposals, record minutes, write reports, handle routine enquiries and general administrative tasks, compile, distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders, and such tasks as is required by supervisor. Prepare and where required, assist with creating presentations. Assist with maintaining the filing system for the office as well as with incoming and outgoing correspondence. Assist with meetings and events. Perform project related tasks and support.

Basic requirements: Applicants must have completed and be in possession of Matric/Grade 12/N3/NTC Level 4 and at least an appropriate 3-year Tertiary Bachelor’s Degree or three-year National Diploma from an accredited tertiary institution in one of the following fields: Public Management, Humanities, Communication/Media, Law, Political Studies. A post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage. The candidate should be a registered voter and have an understanding of the region, including its geography, predominant official languages and socio-economic factors.

The candidate must possess good communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, as well as research skills, able to conduct data analysis, identify trends and draft well-reasoned reports. The candidate must be computer literate with good working knowledge of MS Office, and excellent computer literacy in MS Excel platforms, and ability to use research tools and programmes. The candidate must possess the following attributes: ability to work under pressure; to work in a team; be prepared to work long hours; travel extensively; be pro-active; decisive; confident; must be service-driven and uphold the values of our constitutional democracy. 

Applications must be accompanied by a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae as well as certified copies of all qualification documents, and identity documents. Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application not being considered.

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the Interview panel.

The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising it and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post.  Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

NB! Applicants must be 35 years of age or below and must not have been an intern or worked in their field of study before to qualify for this programme.  Applicants will be subjected to a risk assessment.

Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered. “Applicants who have not been contacted by 30 April 2025 must consider their applications as not being successful”.
  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

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We wish you all the best with your applications