The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is inviting suitably qualified graduates to apply for the Outreach Internship Programme 2025 / 2026 at its Western Cape Provincial Office.
Closing Date: 20 November 2025
Stipend: R10 441.14 per month
Duration: 24 Months
Reference Number: WC/2025/47416
Location: Bellville, Cape Town (Western Cape)
Programme Type: Internship (Outreach)
This two-year internship provides valuable workplace experience in civic education, stakeholder engagement, elections management, communication, research, and administration.
This opportunity is specifically for young people who have never worked in their field of study or been interns before.
Programme Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | IEC Outreach Internship 2025–2026 |
| Province | Western Cape |
| Location | Bellville, Cape Town |
| Duration | 24 Months |
| Stipend | R10 441.14 per month |
| Minimum Qualification | National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree |
| Closing Date | 20 November 2025 |
| Apply Online | https://www.elections.org.za/pw/About-Us/BrowseJobs |
About the IEC Outreach Internship
The IEC is a constitutional institution mandated to manage free and fair elections across the country. Through this internship, successful candidates will gain practical experience in:
- Civic and democracy education
- Voter registration initiatives
- Media and communication support
- Community outreach programmes
- Electoral operations
- Research and reporting
- General office administration
The internship is supervised by the Assistant Manager: Outreach.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Civic and Democracy Education
- Support civic education and voter registration projects across the province.
- Assist with youth-focused outreach activities.
- Help coordinate community meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements.
- Collect and collate reports for provincial outreach initiatives.
Communication
- Assist with the drafting and implementation of the provincial communication plan.
- Update and maintain a database of media contacts.
- Assist in preparing media statements, monitoring media enquiries, and supporting media briefings.
Research
- Conduct research related to electoral processes and regional socio-economic conditions.
- Analyse data and prepare written reports.
- Research new approaches for civic education and youth engagement.
- Propose topics for provincial thought leadership seminars.
Finance and Administration
- Provide support with finance documentation and general office administration.
- Assist with HR-related administrative tasks for permanent, temporary, and electoral staff.
General Office Support
- Draft reports, minutes, presentations, and written proposals.
- Handle routine administrative tasks and stakeholder enquiries.
- Assist with meetings, filing systems, project tasks, and document distribution.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Completed Grade 12.
- A completed three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Management, Humanities, Communication/Journalism, Political Studies, Law or related fields.
- Must be a registered voter.
- Must be 35 years of age or younger.
- Must not have worked in the field of study or previously completed an internship.
- Understanding of the Western Cape region, including languages and socio-economic landscape.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good research ability and data analysis skills.
- Computer literacy with strong MS Office skills, including Excel.
- Must be willing to work long hours and travel extensively when required.
- Ability to work under pressure and in a team environment.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A comprehensive and updated CV.
- Certified copies of all qualification documents.
- Certified copy of identity document.
- Certified copy of driver’s licence (if required).
Failure to attach all required documents will result in disqualification.
Important Notes
- Applicants should not have a high party-political profile.
- Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments including qualification, criminal, credit and CV verification.
- The Electoral Commission reserves the right not to fill the position.
- Applicants who have not been contacted by 31 December 2025 should consider their application unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Applications must be completed online on the IEC Jobs Portal:
Apply online: https://www.elections.org.za/pw/About-Us/BrowseJobs
Search for Reference Number: WC/2025/47416 (Internship: Outreach)
Before submitting your application:
- Complete your IEC profile.
- Declare that all information provided is correct.
- Attach all certified documents.
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