The National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF), in partnership with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC), invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the National Archives Digitisation Project (PESP Phase 6) 2026.
Application Closing Date: 08 April 2026
Location: National Archives and Records Service of South Africa (NARSSA), Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Programme Overview
This opportunity forms part of the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP Phase 6), aimed at creating employment while preserving South Africa’s historical and cultural records.
Successful applicants will support the digitisation, preservation, and management of national archives, gaining valuable workplace experience in a professional government environment.
Available Positions
The programme offers 100+ opportunities across 20+ roles, including:
Archivist Roles
- Archivist: Arrangement and Description (15 posts)
- Archivist: Outreach and Publications (2 posts)
- Archivist: Oral History (2 posts)
Minimum: Diploma or Degree in Archival Studies or related field
Assistant Archivist Roles
- Assistant Archivist: Reading Room
- Assistant Archivist: Cartographic Material
- Assistant Archivist: Strong Room Registers
- Sensitive Records Assistant Archivist
Minimum: Grade 12 or relevant qualification depending on role
Audio-Visual Preservation Roles
- Film & Video Preservation Assistants
- Sound Preservation Assistants
- Legal Deposit Audio-Visual Assistants
Minimum: Diploma or Degree in Film, Engineering, Audio Production, or related fields
Administration and Records Roles
- Administration Officer
- Records Management Officer
- Sensitive Records Admin Officer
Minimum: Diploma or Degree in Public Administration or related field
IT and Systems Roles
- Systems Administrator (MCSE required)
- IT Support Officer
Minimum: Diploma or Degree in Information Technology
Entry-Level Opportunities (Grade 10 / Grade 12)
- Scanner Operator
- Archive Assistant Housekeeping
- Conservation Assistant
Driver-Based Role
- Principal Auxiliary Officer
Requirements:
- Grade 12
- Valid Code 10 driver’s licence + PDP
Technical Support Role
- Maintenance Officer
Minimum: Qualification in the built environment
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be unemployed
- Be 35 years old or younger
- Meet the specific requirements of the position applied for
Required Documents
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified driver’s licence (if required)
⚠️ Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Screening Process
Successful candidates will undergo:
- Citizenship verification
- Criminal background checks
- Qualification verification
Important Notes
- Applicants who previously participated in PESP programmes are discouraged from applying
- If you do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful
How to Apply
Email Address: vacancies@nfvf.co.za
Reference: RECR/PESP 6/03/26
Submit your application via email with all required documents before the closing date.