City of Ekurhuleni YES Programme 2026

City of Ekurhuleni Youth Employment Programme 2026

Organisation: City of Ekurhuleni
Programme: Youth Employment Programme 2026
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Category: Youth Employment Opportunities
Closing Date: 03 June 2026

The City of Ekurhuleni is inviting applications from unemployed young South Africans for its 2026 Youth Employment Programme. The initiative aims to provide participants with practical workplace exposure, skills development opportunities, and valuable experience that may assist with future employment prospects.

The programme focuses on community-based projects while providing participants with an opportunity to gain experience in administration, leadership, public health awareness, and community engagement activities.

Successful applicants may be placed in various roles within the Rodent Control Programme.

About the Youth Employment Programme

The Youth Employment Programme has been established to support unemployed youth by providing exposure to real working environments while contributing to important community initiatives.

Participants will work alongside municipal teams and gain practical experience in areas such as:

• Community engagement
• Data management
• Public awareness campaigns
• Environmental health support
• Administrative functions
• Team coordination

The programme is designed to help participants develop workplace skills that may improve future career opportunities.

Available Opportunities

Data Capturer – Rodent Control Programme

Reference Number: SPHESD0002_26

The Data Capturer role focuses on supporting administrative and data management activities associated with the Rodent Control Programme.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification
• Advanced computer literacy
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of office administration
• Good interpersonal skills
• Relevant experience may be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties related to the programme
• Capture and maintain programme data accurately
• Support record management activities
• Ensure compliance with administrative standards
• Assist with customer service and stakeholder support
• Complete duties assigned by supervisors
• Support reporting and information management processes

 

Team Leader – Rodent Control Programme

Reference Number: SPHESD0001_26

The Team Leader position involves coordinating field teams and supporting daily operational activities within the programme.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor attendance and duty reporting
• Maintain attendance records
• Consolidate daily reports from team members
• Submit reports to supervisors
• Support work allocation and planning
• Monitor team performance and participation
• Report operational challenges where necessary

 

General Worker – Rodent Control Programme

Reference Number: SPHESD0003_26

The General Worker position focuses on community engagement and public education activities related to environmental health and rodent control awareness.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 10 or equivalent qualification

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct community awareness visits
• Participate in door-to-door educational campaigns
• Distribute educational materials and pamphlets
• Support community mobilisation activities
• Assist with public awareness meetings and campaigns
• Conduct health education talks
• Record daily activities and programme information
• Identify and report environmental health concerns
• Support Environmental Health Practitioners with programme activities
• Maintain attendance and activity records

Skills and Competencies

Applicants may benefit from the following skills:

• Communication skills
• Teamwork abilities
• Organisational skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Recordkeeping and reporting skills
• Ability to work within communities
• Problem-solving skills
• Professional conduct

Benefits of Participating

Participants may gain valuable exposure in areas such as:

• Municipal operations
• Community engagement
• Administrative support
• Data capturing
• Environmental health awareness
• Leadership and coordination
• Public service experience

Workplace exposure may help strengthen future employment applications and improve professional development opportunities.

Application Information

Interested candidates should prepare the following:

• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Supporting documents where required

Applicants should ensure that all information submitted is accurate and complete.

Important Notice

The City of Ekurhuleni does not request payment for employment applications. Applicants are encouraged to apply only through official municipal recruitment channels and verified application platforms.

Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted for interviews, assessments, or further recruitment processes.

Closing Date

03 June 2026

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date, as late applications may not be considered.