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National Youth Service (NYS) Opportunities Phase V 2026 Now Open X100 000 Posts
Role Overview
The National Youth Service (NYS) invites South African unemployed youth to apply for the NYS Programme Phase V 2026.
Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified
Programme Location: All 9 Provinces, South Africa
The National Youth Service (NYS) Programme Phase V is now open and offers 100 000 opportunities for unemployed young people across South Africa.
This programme is aimed at giving youth practical community service experience, skills development opportunities and a chance to contribute positively to their communities.
If you are unemployed, between the ages of 18 and 35, and looking for an opportunity to gain experience while earning a stipend, the NYS Phase V Programme may be suitable for you.
Programme Name: National Youth Service Programme Phase VNumber of Opportunities: 100 000Location: National, all 9 provincesTarget Group: Unemployed South African youthAge Requirement: 18 to 35 yearsDuration: 6 months or 384 hoursMonthly Stipend: Approximately R1 547 per monthHourly Rate: R24.18 per hourApplication Platform: SA YouthApplication Cost: Free
The National Youth Service Programme is a government-supported initiative designed to empower young South Africans through structured community service opportunities.
The programme is not only about earning a stipend. It also helps young people gain work experience, build confidence, improve their CVs and develop skills that may help them access future employment, learnerships, internships or further studies.
Participants are placed in community-based projects that respond to local needs while giving them practical workplace exposure.
Successful applicants will participate in community service activities across different sectors.
Participants may assist with community sporting events, youth sports programmes, recreational activities and wellness initiatives.
Participants may support environmental projects, public space improvements, community clean-up campaigns and beautification projects.
Participants may assist with educational support, tutoring programmes, school-based initiatives and learning assistance activities.
Participants may support ECD centres, assist with child development activities and participate in educational support programmes.
Participants may be involved in community food gardens, nutrition awareness campaigns and food support initiatives.
Participants may support cultural events, community arts projects and heritage programmes.
Participants may assist with community outreach, social support initiatives and programmes supporting vulnerable groups.
Participants may help with data collection projects, community surveys and digital mapping activities.
Participants may support civic education, youth participation initiatives and democratic engagement programmes.
Applicants must be South African citizens with a valid South African ID document.
Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
Applicants should live within the municipality or community where the programme site is located.
Applicants must be unemployed and willing to participate in community service activities.
Preference will be given to young people who are not in education, employment or training, also known as NEET youth.
Young people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must be willing to contribute positively to their communities.
Applicants must be committed to completing the full programme.
Applicants must not have participated in previous phases of the National Youth Service Programme.
Selected participants will receive an hourly rate of R24.18 per hour.
Participants are expected to work approximately 64 hours per month, which equals a monthly stipend of about R1 547.
In addition to the stipend, participants will gain practical work experience, community service exposure, skills development, networking opportunities and improved employability.
The National Youth Service Programme Phase V will run for six months or a total of 384 programme hours.
Participants are expected to remain committed for the full duration of the programme and complete all assigned tasks.
Click here to apply for National Youth Service (NYS) Opportunities Phase V 2026.
Applications are submitted through the SA Youth platform.
Visit the SA Youth platform and register your profile.
If you already have an SA Youth account, log in using your existing details.
Make sure your personal information, contact details and address are correct.
Complete your SA Youth CV and search for National Youth Service opportunities near your location.
Once you find a suitable opportunity, follow the instructions on the opportunity card and submit your application.
The SA Youth platform is free to use and does not require data.
Applicants should make sure their profile is fully completed before applying.
If no opportunities appear immediately, use the search function and search for National Youth Service opportunities.
The National Youth Servic
Key Responsibilities
You will participate in training and onboarding programmes to build your skills, contribute to a positive team environment, and take initiative to identify areas where you can add value. In this entry-level position, your responsibilities will include executing core job functions as outlined in your role description and collaborating with team members to achieve departmental objectives.
Entry Requirements
• Applicants must be South African citizens with a valid South African ID document.
• Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
• Applicants should live within the municipality or community where the programme site is located.
• Applicants must be unemployed and willing to participate in community service activities.
• Preference will be given to young people who are not in education, employment or training, also known as NEET youth.
• Young people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Listing Source
This opportunity was sourced from StudentRoom. Always verify final requirements and deadlines on the official source before applying.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for National Youth Service (NYS) Opportunities Phase V 2026. Applications are submitted through the SA Youth platform.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply with matric only?
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Can I apply if I live in another province?
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