Apply Now: EPWP 2026 Internships & Careers at KwaZulu‑Natal Dept. of Sport, Arts & Culture
The KwaZulu‑Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) vacancies. The closing date for applications is 20 February 2026.
Are you a high‑school graduate looking for a real job in the public sector? Or maybe you have a diploma in marketing or sports science? The EPWP 2026 has a wide range of entry‑level and skilled posts around KwaZulu‑Natal. Pay ranges from R3,000 to R8,500 a month, depending on the job. This is a great chance to gain valuable experience, add points to your CV, and build a career in government.
Quick Snapshot of the Programme
- Organisation: KwaZulu‑Natal Provincial Government – Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC)
- Contract end date: 31 March 2027
- Closing date: 20 February 2026
- Locations: District‑based posts throughout KwaZulu‑Natal
- Stipends: R3,000 – R8,500 per month
- Who can apply: Mostly unemployed people living in KZN (requirements vary by job)
- How to apply: Submit a completed Z83 form and a CV to the relevant district office
- Who is encouraged: Women and people with disabilities
EPWP Job Listings (2026)
1. Communication & Marketing Assistants – 4 posts
What you need: Grade 12 + a relevant qualification, good communication, basic marketing knowledge, computer skills, detail‑oriented, team player.
What you’ll do: Support the communications and marketing teams.
2. General Worker – Head Office – 2 posts
Who applies: Grade 11 with some experience.
Pay: R5,300 a month.
Tasks: Provide general help, keep the office clean, work well with others.
3. Drivers – 6 posts (Dundee, South Coast, Mbazwana)
Requirements: PDP licence and Code 14.
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Pick up and deliver library materials to depots.
4. Library Assistants – Nkungumathe – 2 posts
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Help run the library’s day‑to‑day operations.
5. Infrastructure District Coordinators – 12 posts
Requirements: Grade 12 + qualification related to infrastructure.
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Help plan, run and monitor local infrastructure projects.
6. Sport & Recreation Assistants – Head Office – 17 posts
Requirements: Grade 12 + qualification, live in the advertised area, and must be unemployed.
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Provide admin support for sport and recreation programmes.
7. Administrative Assistants – Head Office – 77 posts
Requirements: Grade 12 + qualification, live in the advertised area, unemployed.
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Assist various departments with everyday office tasks.
8. Data Capturers – Head Office – 12 posts
Requirements: Grade 12 + qualification, live in the advertised area, unemployed.
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Enter data for EPWP and archive services.
9. Sport Mentors (EPWP)
Why it’s special: Requires a diploma or degree in sports or a minimum of 5 years as a coach.
Pay: R8,500 a month.
Job duties: Build a database of young athletes, coach them, organize events, and join special project meetings.
10. Sport & Recreation Coordinators – District‑Based – R3,000/month
Where: Amajuba, eThekwini, Harry Gwala, iLembe, King Cetshwayo, Ugu, uMgungundlovu, uMkhanyakude, uMzinyathi, uThukela, Zululand.
Requirements: Grade 12, live in the area, unemployed, involved in sport activities, extra sports qualification is a plus.
11. Sport, Art & Culture Mentors – District‑Based – R4,000/month
Requirements: Matric, 3‑year tertiary qualification in the arts or 5 years experience as a facilitator, live in KZN, unemployed.
Job duties: Identify emerging artists, coach them, plan events, and report progress.
How to Apply – Step‑by‑Step
Step 1: Grab the Z83 form – you can pick it up at any Public Service Department office or download it from the DPSA forms page.
Step 2: Build a tidy CV – keep it short, highlight your schooling, any work or volunteer experience, your computer and communication skills, and add references.
Step 3: Use the right reference number – every job has a code, like DSACEPWP25/26 for Administrative Assistants. Make sure you write this number exactly on your application.
Step 4: Deliver your paperwork to the correct district office – the job notice lists the district locations and their addresses. If you’re not sure, use the one that matches your town or municipality.
Checklist Before You Send
- Unemployed (if required)
- Live in KZN and can prove it
- Have Grade 12 or Grade 11 (for general workers)
- Have a qualification if you’re aiming for a skill‑based role
- Fill the Z83 form correctly
- Keep a copy of everything you hand in
- Apply before 20 February 2026
Why These Jobs Matter for Your Future
- Admin / Data roles: You can move into permanent admin positions, HR, or office management.
- Marketing / Communication: Future opportunities in social media, content creation or public relations.
- Library: You could become a full‑time librarian or study further in library science.
- Sport / Art / Culture Mentors: Paths to community development, programme coordination, or working with NGOs.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What’s EPWP? It’s a government program that gives job placements and skill training to people who are out of work.
- Is the job permanent? No, it’s a contract that ends on 31 March 2027.
- When do applications close? 20 February 2026.
- Can Grade 11 apply? Yes, but only for roles like General Worker that accept Grade 11 plus experience.
- … (continue with other FAQs as needed)
Important Things to Remember
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Applications must use the Z83 form – no faxes or registered mail.
- Women and people with disabilities have a priority to apply.
Apply now and start your journey in the public sector!
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