The City of Ekurhuleni has opened applications for its Youth Employment Programme 2026, offering unemployed young people an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience, develop practical skills, and improve their chances of securing future employment.
This programme forms part of the municipality’s commitment to empowering youth through skills development and work exposure while supporting important community health initiatives across Ekurhuleni.
Youth Employment Programme Details
- Employer: City of Ekurhuleni
- Programme: Youth Employment Programme 2026
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Closing Date: 3 June 2026
- Categories: Internships, Grade 12 Jobs
- Opportunity Type: Temporary Youth Employment Programme
The programme focuses on supporting the Rodent Control Programme within the municipality and offers opportunities at different levels of responsibility.
City of Ekurhuleni Available Opportunities
1. Data Capturer (Rodent Control Programme)
Reference Number: SPHESD0002_26
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
- Advanced computer literacy
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of office administration
- Relevant experience will be advantageous
Key Responsibilities
- Perform administration activities related to the Rodent Control Programme
- Capture and manage programme data accurately
- Ensure administrative duties comply with required standards
- Maintain customer satisfaction and service excellence
- Complete duties assigned by the supervisor
2. Team Leader (Rodent Control Programme)
Reference Number: SPHESD0001_26
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure General Workers report for duty daily
- Monitor and maintain attendance registers
- Consolidate daily reports from General Workers
- Submit reports to the Environmental Health Practitioner
- Report absenteeism of Rodent Control Ambassadors
- Ensure workers follow allocated work plans and assigned areas
3. General Worker (Rodent Control Programme)
Reference Number: SPHESD0003_26
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct door-to-door education and surveys within assigned wards
- Educate residents on rodent control and environmental health matters
- Distribute educational pamphlets
- Mobilise community members for awareness campaigns and meetings
- Follow up on identified rodent-infested premises
- Work closely with Environmental Health Practitioners
- Participate in rodent control education campaigns
- Inspect a minimum of 30 premises per day
- Complete attendance registers and data collection tools
- Record premises visited and pamphlets distributed
- Conduct health talks and assist during community meetings
Why Apply?
The City of Ekurhuleni Youth Employment Programme offers participants an opportunity to:
- Gain practical workplace experience
- Improve employability and work readiness
- Develop communication and administrative skills
- Build professional networks
- Contribute to community health and environmental initiatives
- Enhance future career prospects
This programme is particularly suitable for unemployed youth seeking valuable experience that can strengthen their CVs and improve their chances of securing permanent employment in the future.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications before the closing date.
Closing Date
3 June 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing the deadline.
Important Notes
- Ensure that you meet the minimum requirements before applying.
- Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates may be contacted by the City of Ekurhuleni.
The City of Ekurhuleni encourages qualifying young people to take advantage of this opportunity to gain workplace experience while contributing to important community development initiatives.
