Job Advertisement: EPWP Youth Graduate Programme (55 Posts)
Employer: Mogale City Local Municipality (in partnership with the DFFE)
Location: Mogale City, Gauteng (West Rand)
Duration: 5 Months (Fixed-term)
Closing Date: 6 February 2026
Remuneration
Stipend: R271.04 per day (following national EPWP guidelines).
Programme Purpose
This programme aims to provide practical workplace exposure to unemployed South African graduates while supporting environmental protection, urban greening, and community education within Mogale City.
Available Positions & Fields
Environmental Education & Awareness (3 Posts): Design education programmes and promote sustainable practices.
Climate Change Programmes (3 Posts): Support mitigation and adaptation projects.
Environmental Compliance Promotion (3 Posts): Field inspections and data collection.
Landscaping and Urban Design (3 Posts): Focus on municipal greening strategies.
By-Law Enforcement Support (9 Posts): Monitor illegal dumping, recycling support, and inspections.
Urban Greening and Horticulture (4 Posts): Tree planting and beautification initiatives.
Environmental Health (3 Posts): Waste management analysis and compliance reporting.
Administration Support (2 Posts): Office management and project coordination.
Nature Conservation (1 Post): Biodiversity assessments and reporting.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Matric plus three years of study (M+3/Diploma/Degree) in:
Environmental Studies / Science
Biodiversity and Conservation
Forestry / Air Quality
Landscaping and Horticulture
By-Law Enforcement / Environmental Health
Age: 18 to 35 years.
Citizenship: South African citizens only.
Residency: Preference is given to Mogale City residents.
Inclusivity: Youth with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Application Documents
Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Submit clear copies of:
Application Letter.
Detailed CV.
Certified Qualification Copies (Diploma/Degree).
Certified Matric Certificate.
Certified South African ID.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via email. No hand-delivered or postal applications will be accepted.
Email Address: greening@mogalecity.gov.za
Deadline: 6 February 2026.
Safety Warning: Legitimate EPWP and municipal programmes will never ask you for an "application fee" or "placement fee." If you are asked for money, it is a scam.
