SASSA Eastern Cape: TVET Work Integrated Learnerships 2026

The South African Social Security Agency invites unemployed South African TVET College graduates to apply for the Eastern Cape Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026.

Work Integrated Learning Application Closing Date: 13 August 2026

Work Integrated Learning Location: SASSA Eastern Cape Regional Office, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa

SASSA has re-advertised two Work Integrated Learning opportunities for unemployed South African youth with relevant N6 qualifications.

The available placements are within Information and Communication Technology and Human Capital Management.

Successful candidates will be appointed on an 18-month Work Integrated Learning contract and will receive an all-inclusive monthly stipend of R5 860.25.

Applicants who previously applied for either of these positions should not submit another application.

Organisation: South African Social Security AgencyAbbreviation: SASSAProgramme: Eastern Cape Work Integrated Learning ProgrammeNumber of positions: 2Contract duration: 18 monthsMonthly stipend: R5 860.25Age requirement: 18 to 35 yearsCitizenship requirement: South African citizensLocation: East London, Eastern CapeClosing date: 13 August 2026Application method: Post or hand delivery

SASSA is offering one Work Integrated Learning opportunity within Information and Communication Technology.

N6 National Certificate in Information Technology;

N6 statement of results in Information Technology;

N6 National Certificate in Library Information Science; or

N6 statement of results in Library Information Science.

Reference number: SAS 43/2026Number of posts: 1Location: East London

Applicants who previously applied for this position should not reapply.

One Work Integrated Learning opportunity is available within Human Capital Management.

N6 National Certificate in Human Resources Management;

N6 statement of results in Human Resources Management;

N6 National Certificate in Public Management; or

N6 statement of results in Public Management.

Reference number: SAS 44/2026Number of posts: 1Location: East London

Applicants who previously applied for this position should reapply.

Be between 18 and 35 years old.

Hold the relevant N6 National Certificate or statement of results.

Apply for a position related to their field of study.

Submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form.

Submit a detailed and comprehensive CV.

Submit certified copies of relevant qualifications.

Quote the correct reference number.

Submit the application before the closing date.

Successful candidates will be appointed for:

The programme is intended to provide practical workplace exposure related to the applicant’s field of study.

The appointment is for a fixed Work Integrated Learning period and does not guarantee permanent employment with SASSA.

Successful candidates will receive an all-inclusive monthly stipend of:

The advertisement does not confirm additional benefits such as accommodation, transport, medical aid or relocation assistance.

Preference will be given to applicants who support SASSA’s employment equity targets.

For the Information and Communication Technology position, preference will be given in the following order:

For the Human Capital Management position, preference will be given in the following order:

SASSA also encourages persons with disabilities to apply.

Appointments will be made in line with the agency’s Employment Equity Plan.

A fully completed and signed new Z83 application form.

A detailed and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.

Certified copies of relevant qualifications.

Applicants should ensure that the correct position reference number is clearly quoted in the application.

The advertisement does not expressly require copies of an identity document or Matric certificate at the initial application stage. Applicants should submit the documents specifically requested and follow any additional instructions contained in the Z83 form.

Appointments will be subject to compulsory pre-employment screening.

Identity and citizenship checks.

Employment-history verification.

Applicants with foreign qualifications must have those qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority before the selection process.

Applicants must complete the new Z83 application form and attach a comprehensive CV and certified copies of their qualifications.

Click here to download the new Z83 application form for the SASSA Eastern Cape Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026

Applications must be submitted by post or hand delivery.

Attention: Human Capital ManagementSASSAPrivate Bag X9001ChiselhurstEast London5200

Applicants using the postal method should submit early enough for the application to reach SASSA before the closing date.

Applications may be hand delivered to:

SASSA Eastern Cape Regional OfficeSASSA Offices, BKB BuildingCorner Fitzpatrick Road and Merino RoadQuigneyEast London

Applications may also be delivered to the nearest SASSA office

You will maintain a portfolio of evidence documenting your practical experience and competencies, while meeting all assessment requirements set by the relevant SETA and adhering to workplace policies. Participants are expected to participate actively in both classroom and on-the-job learning activities, ensuring all programme requirements are met to achieve the nationally recognised qualification.

• Applicants must:
• Be South African citizens.
• Be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Hold the relevant N6 National Certificate or statement of results.
• Apply for a position related to their field of study.
• Submit a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form.
• Submit a detailed and comprehensive CV.
• Submit certified copies of relevant qualifications.
• Quote the correct reference number.
• Submit the application before the closing date.

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Applicants must complete the new Z83 application form and attach a comprehensive CV and certified copies of their qualifications. Click here to download the new Z83 application form for the SASSA Eastern Cape Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026 Applications must be submitted by post or hand delivery.

This learnership is offered by SASSA Eastern Cape, based in East London.