The Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) offers challenging work opportunities under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) for the year 2025.
Location : South Africa
Closing date: 24 March 2025
About the EPWP Youth Job Opportunities
The EPWP Youth Job Opportunities 2025 offer diverse jobs for youth to acquire practical skills in various fields connected to public works, environmental conservation, and project coordination. The jobs are offered on a one-year fixed-term basis, which can be renewed based on performance and availability of finances. This is a wonderful chance for youth to enhance their skill set, engage in meaningful projects, and get accustomed to government operations and the public sector.
Vacant Posts:
EPWP Project Support: Data Capturer
EPWP Project Support
EPWP Project Support: Monitoring and Evaluation
EPWP Project Support: Compliance
EPWP Project Support: EPWP Coordination
EPWP Project Support: Team Leader – EPWP Coordination
EPWP Project Support: Youth and Contractor Development
EPWP Project Support: Project Data Coordinators
EPWP Project Support: Project Data Support
EPWP Project Support: Data Capturer – EPWP Reporting
EPWP Project Support: Data Capturer – Team Leader – EPWP Reporting
EPWP Project Support: Working on Fire Project Coordinators
EPWP Project Support: Working on Fire Ground Operations Support
Each of these positions offers unique opportunities to engage in different aspects of the EPWP, from data capturing and project coordination to monitoring, evaluation, and compliance. Whether you’re interested in working with fire management teams or supporting youth and contractor development, these roles provide a broad scope of work that will enhance your skills and experience.
Requirements for Applicants:
To be eligible for these EPWP youth positions, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
A current three-year Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma, or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
General knowledge and comprehension of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and reporting procedures.
Comprehension of EPWP’s liaison with national, provincial, and local government.
Organisational and coordinating skills: Efficient management of duties and taskability is key.
Stakeholder management: Ability to communicate with different stakeholders and arrange meetings or activities.
General knowledge of the government planning process.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and interpersonal relationship skills.
Computer literacy: Knowledge of Microsoft Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Long working hours with pressure and the ability to travel (if required) will be an added advantage.
Additional Preference:
Candidates with no experience to two (0-2) years experience in a similar field will be given preference. This is ideal for new graduates who desire to gain first-time job experience and start creating their professional portfolio.
Why Apply for EPWP Youth Job Opportunities?
1. Gain Valuable Experience:
These roles will allow you to gain hands-on experience in areas like data management, project support, monitoring and evaluation, among others. If you desire to venture into environmental conservation, fire management, or youth development, you will be gaining useful knowledge that can set you up for future employment.
2. Be Part of a National Initiative:
The EPWP is part of South Africa’s campaign against unemployment and development. By becoming part of the programme, you will be contributing directly to the national and local government in job creation and community development.
3. Develop Critical Skills for Career Development
The roles offer the opportunity to gain a wide range of skills such as project management, stakeholder engagement, coordination, and reporting—all of which are beneficial in almost any working setup. They are transferable skills that will make you a valuable asset to any employer.
4. Networking and Professional Development
Working in the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment will expose you to experienced professionals in the field, giving you a chance to network and learn from the best. These connections can be useful as you advance in your career.
How to Apply:
For details on How to Apply, Click on your preferred Position from the list given below:
EPWP Project Support: Data Capturer
EPWP Project Support: Monitoring and Evaluation
EPWP Project Support: Compliance
EPWP Project Support: EPWP Coordination
EPWP Project Support: Team Leader – EPWP Coordination
EPWP Project Support: Youth and Contractor Development
EPWP Project Support: Project Data Coordinators
EPWP Project Support: Project Data Support
EPWP Project Support: Data Capturer – EPWP Reporting
EPWP Project Support: Data Capturer – Team Leader – EPWP Reporting
EPWP Project Support: Working on Fire Project Coordinators
EPWP Project Support: Working on Fire Ground Operations Support
