The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development invites unemployed South Africans to apply for the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Opportunities 2026/2027.
EPWP Application Closing Date
21 May 2026
EPWP Location
Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
About the Eastern Cape Social Development EPWP Opportunities 2026/2027
The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development has opened applications for several Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) opportunities for the 2026/2027 financial year. These programmes are designed to provide unemployed youth, women, caregivers, and community members with work exposure, practical experience, and monthly stipends while serving communities across the province.
The contracts will run until the end of March 2027.
Quick Overview
| Programme | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Eastern Cape Department of Social Development |
| Programme | EPWP Opportunities 2026/2027 |
| Location | Eastern Cape Province |
| Closing Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Contract Duration | Until March 2027 |
| Application Method | Hand delivery or post |
| Monthly Stipend | R3,082 to R5,500 |
Available EPWP Opportunities
The following EPWP projects are available:
- EPWP Change Agents
- EPWP Youth Brigades
- Women in Advocacy
- VEP Fieldworkers
- Household Profiling Assistants
- Data Collector Assistants
- Older Persons Caregivers
EPWP Change Agents
Requirements
- Unemployed youth
- Grade 12 qualification
Monthly Stipend
R3,082 per month
Districts
- Alfred Nzo
- Amathole
- Buffalo City Metro (BCM)
- Chris Hani
- Joe Gqabi
- Nelson Mandela Metro (NMM)
- Sarah Baartman
- OR Tambo
EPWP Youth Brigades
Requirements
- Unemployed youth
- Grade 12 qualification
Monthly Stipend
R3,082 per month
Districts
- Alfred Nzo
- Amathole
- BCM
- Chris Hani
- Joe Gqabi
- NMM
- Sarah Baartman
- OR Tambo
Women in Advocacy
Requirements
- Unemployed women aged 18–45 years
- Grade 10 qualification
- Must be mothers of children under 5 years diagnosed by the Department of Health as affected by malnutrition
Monthly Stipend
R3,082 per month
Districts
- Alfred Nzo
- Amathole
- BCM
- Chris Hani
- Joe Gqabi
- NMM
- Sarah Baartman
- OR Tambo
VEP Fieldworkers
Requirements
- Unemployed youth
- Grade 12 qualification
- Experience in the VEP sector will be an added advantage
Monthly Stipend
R3,082 per month
Districts
- Alfred Nzo
- Amathole
- BCM
- Chris Hani
- Joe Gqabi
- NMM
- Sarah Baartman
- OR Tambo
Household Profiling Assistants
Requirements
- Unemployed youth
- Grade 12 qualification
- Social Science or relevant diploma
- Computer literacy
Monthly Stipend
R5,500 per month
Districts
- Alfred Nzo
- Amathole
- BCM
- Chris Hani
- Joe Gqabi
- NMM
- Sarah Baartman
- OR Tambo
Data Collector Assistants
Requirements
- Unemployed applicants
- Grade 12 qualification
- Computer literacy
- Data capturing experience will be an advantage
Monthly Stipend
R5,500 per month
Districts
Provincial Office only
Older Persons Caregivers
Requirements
- Unemployed applicants
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
- Knowledge of caregiving concepts under a registered Home-Based Care Facility
Monthly Stipend
R3,082 per month
Districts
- Sarah Baartman
- Chris Hani
- Buffalo City Metro
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
- Fully completed and signed Z83 application form
- Certified copy of ID document
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Updated CV
- Motivation letter
- Recently certified documents (from April 2026 onwards)
Important Notes
Before submitting your application, ensure that:
- Your Z83 form is fully signed
- Your contact details are correct
- Your certified copies are clear and recent
- You indicate the correct project name
- You apply to the correct district office
- Your motivation letter explains your suitability
Applicants are encouraged to apply at the district office closest to their residential area.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted either by hand delivery or by post to the relevant district or provincial office.
Provincial Office
Albertina Sisulu Building
No 7 Beatrice Street
Qonce
For Attention: Mr Y Singqandu
Postal Address:
Director HRA: Social Development
PO Box 0039
Bisho
5605
Enquiries:
- Mr Y Singqandu: (043) 605 5042
- Ms Q Blayi: (043) 605 5048
Alfred Nzo District
181 Bride Street
Counselling Centre
Mount Ayliff
4735
For Attention: Mr S Shweni
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X401
Mount Ayliff
4735
Enquiries:
- Mr S Shweni: (064) 606 9465
Amathole District
ABSA Building
85 Oxford Street
East London
For Attention: Ms N Dinwa
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X 9066
East London
5201
Enquiries:
- Ms N Dinwa: (043) 711 6626
Buffalo City Metro
1 Smithfield Road
Cambridge
East London
For Attention: Ms P Kula
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X 9066
East London
5201
Enquiries:
- Ms P Kula: (043) 705 5673 / (043) 726 7284
Chris Hani District
6 Ebden Street
Komani
5320
For Attention: Ms N Mzinjana
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X 7191
Komani
5320
Enquiries:
- Ms N Mzinjana: (045) 808 3709
Joe Gqabi District
Themba Kojana Building
NG Road Street
Aliwal North
9750
For Attention: Ms P Tsuputse
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X 1002
Aliwal North
9750
Enquiries:
- Ms P Tsuputse: (051) 633 9715
Sarah Baartman District
Old SABC Building
Corner African & Hill Street
Makhanda
6139
For Attention: Mr M Rwexana
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X1008
Makhanda
6140
Enquiries:
- Mr M Rwexana: 046 602 1408/1407
OR Tambo District
Erf 42 Tsolo Counselling Centre
Tsolo
5170
For Attention: Ms S Ndiki
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X6000
Mthatha
5099
Enquiries:
- Ms S Ndiki: (072) 984 3438
Nelson Mandela Metro
Ibhayi Office Complex
Struanway
Struandale
Port Elizabeth
6001
For Attention: Ms L Lukwe
Postal Address:
The District Director
Department of Social Development
Private Bag X3906
North End
6056
Enquiries:
- Ms L Lukwe: (041) 406 5811