The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), in partnership with the City of Matlosana Local Municipality, invites suitably qualified young people and graduates to apply for the NW-Inhouse Model Youth Environmental Services & Youth Graduate Projects 2026.
Programme Application Closing Date: 16 November 2026
Programme Location: City of Matlosana Local Municipality, North West, South Africa
Programme: EPWP NW-Inhouse Model Youth Environmental Services & Youth Graduate Projects
About the Programme
The programme is aimed at providing young people with employment opportunities combined with practical workplace experience.
DFFE, together with the City of Matlosana Local Municipality and stakeholder partners, is seeking suitable candidates to participate in environmental projects within the municipality.
The programme forms part of the Expanded Public Works Programme and is intended to provide participants with exposure to practical environmental work while developing workplace skills.
Employment Equity
The programme will be implemented in line with DFFE’s commitment to Employment Equity, EPWP Ministerial Determination and the Code of Good Practice.
The employment demographic targets indicated in the advert are:
- Women: 60%
- Youth: 100%
- People with disabilities: 2%
Preference will also be given to suitable candidates from designated groups and skilled EPWP graduates between the ages of 18 and 35.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Matric.
- A three-year environmental-related qualification; or
- Another relevant three-year qualification totalling at least 360 credits.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the Expanded Public Works Programme and its reporting protocols.
- Basic understanding of EPWP and its relationship with national, provincial and local government priorities.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Good written communication skills.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to complete allocated tasks and project-related activities.
- Willingness to attend training.
Applicants must reside within the jurisdiction of the City of Matlosana Local Municipality.
Preference
Preference will be given to candidates who:
- Are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET).
- Have Environmental Management-related qualifications.
- Are skilled EPWP graduates.
- Are between 18 and 35 years old.
- Reside within the City of Matlosana Local Municipality.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be required to:
- Participate in the NW-Inhouse Model Youth Environmental Services & Youth Graduate Projects.
- Complete work tasks assigned by DFFE partners and stakeholders.
- Participate in environmental indicator activities.
- Participate in related environmental exercises within the municipality.
- Monitor attendance registers.
- Supervise participants where required.
- Support project-related environmental activities.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- Detailed CV.
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Certified copy of identity document.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted to:
City of Matlosana Local Municipality – Human Resources
Room 15, Ground Floor, Civic Centre
Corner OR Tambo and Bram Fischer Street
P.O. Box 99
Klerksdorp
2570
Applicants should ensure that their complete applications reach the municipality before the closing date.
Important Application Information
Applicants should note that:
- Late applications will not be accepted.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Applicants must reside within the City of Matlosana Local Municipality.
- Preference will be given to candidates meeting the programme’s Employment Equity and youth criteria.
- All required supporting documents should be included with the application.
Closing Date
16 November 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.