Department of Science and Innovation: National Youth Service Programme 2025
Job Highlights
Applications are now open for the Department of Science and Innovation-National Youth Service (DSI-NYS) Programme 2025.
Closing date: 31 January 2025
The Programme is a component of the government’s overall National Youth Service Programme (NYS). Managed by the South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement of the National Research Foundation, the DSI-NYS programme places unemployed graduates who are under 35 years old in partner institutions for 12 months while also providing them with monthly stipends to cover their basic needs.
Purpose of Programme
Although the emphasis is primarily on unemployed graduates in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, there are occasionally a few spots open for graduates in other fields as well, as defined by the relevant recruitment process.
The DSI-NYS programme, which aims to instil a culture of community service and volunteerism, offers young people the chance to participate in skill-building opportunities and a way out of long-term unemployment by providing them with practical opportunities that increase their likelihood of accessing the economy and instil in them an understanding of their significant role in South Africa’s development.
Qualfications/ Requirements
We are looking for someone who has…
- A relevant tertiary qualification e.g. Science or Technology, Journalism and Media Studies, Communications
- Computer literacy
- Self-motivation and ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Writing and/or radio and television skills
- Good analytical and interpersonal skills
How to Apply
The following documents are required:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified ID Copy
- Motivational Letter
- Certified Copy of Highest Qualification
- Certified Copy of Matric Certificate
Applications are closing on Friday, 31st January 2025, at 23:59
All enquiries: MacDonald Kapu
Tel: (012) 392 9351
Email: [email protected]
