Job Opportunity: Sport and Recreation Mentors / Art & Culture Mentors – KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts & Culture (South Africa) – Apply by 18 July 2025
Location
Various districts across KwaZulu-Natal, including:
- Amajuba
- Umzinyathi
- Uthukela
- Ethekwini South
- Ethekwini North
- Ilembe
- Harry Gwala
- Ugu
- Umgungundlovu
- King Cetshwayo
- Umkhanyakude
- Zululand
Closing Date
18 July 2025
Overview
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is offering 264 Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) contract positions for Sport and Recreation Mentors as well as Art & Culture Mentors. Successful candidates will contribute to community development through sports, arts, and culture initiatives across KwaZulu-Natal. The contract will run until 31 March 2026, offering a monthly stipend of R4,000.
This programme aims to enhance local skills development while providing valuable work experience to unemployed individuals.
Key Responsibilities
-Monitor and support the progress of athletics and arts programmes.
-Collect and maintain databases for athletes and artists at ward and local level.
-Participate in and attend Operation Sukuma Sakhe (OSS) War Room meetings.
-Assist in administrative and operational duties as required by the department.
Requirements
–Grade 12 plus a relevant qualification.
-Must currently be unemployed.
-Must reside within the district where the job opportunity is advertised.
Skills Required
- Strong communication skills.
- Computer literacy and knowledge of administrative duties.
- Numerical and literacy skills.
Contract Details
- Monthly stipend: R4,000
- Contract period: Until 31 March 2026
- Number of positions: 22 per district (total of 264 posts)
APPLICATION PROCESS
- EPWP Opportunities x264 posts – Apply by 18 July 2025
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