Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality is inviting young applicants to apply for 91 opportunities under the Youth Empowerment and Development Programme 2026/2027 in Limpopo.
The six-month programme is intended to provide qualifying young people with temporary workplace exposure and practical experience.
- Programme: Youth Empowerment and Development Programme 2026/2027
- Reference Number: YED Programme 26/27
- Location: Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality, Limpopo
- Number of Positions: 91
- Duration: 6 months
- Stipend: R271.04 per day
- Closing Date: 31 October 2026
About the Ba-Phalaborwa Youth Empowerment Programme
The programme provides a six-month opportunity for qualifying young applicants to gain workplace exposure.
Priority will be given to graduates with qualifications in Environmental Science and other environmental-related fields. Applicants with administration-related qualifications may also be considered.
Although the programme is described as a graduate development opportunity, Grade 12 is also listed among the requirements. Applicants who only hold a Matric qualification should confirm their eligibility with the municipality before applying.
Ba-Phalaborwa Youth Programme Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Have Grade 12 / Matric
- Have a relevant qualification where applicable
- Meet the requirements of the Youth Empowerment and Development Programme
Priority or consideration may be given to applicants with qualifications such as:
- Bachelor of Environmental Science
- Environmental-related qualifications
- Administration-related qualifications
The available information does not expressly specify a compulsory residency requirement, South African citizenship requirement or previous work experience requirement.
Relevant Fields of Study
Applicants with qualifications in the following areas may be suited to the programme:
- Environmental Science
- Environmental Management
- Conservation-related studies
- Public Administration
- Office Administration
- Business Administration
- Other administration-related fields
Applicants who are uncertain whether their qualification is relevant should contact the municipality’s Human Resources department for clarification.
Documents Required
Applicants should submit the following:
- Application letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of Identity Document
- Copies of relevant qualifications
The application should clearly state:
- Programme: Youth Graduate Project and Development Programme 2026/2027
- Reference: YED Programme 26/27
How to Apply for the Ba-Phalaborwa Youth Programme
Applications must be submitted by post or hand delivered to the municipality.
Postal Applications
Applications can be posted to:
The Municipal Manager
Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality
Private Bag X01020
Phalaborwa
1390
Hand Delivery
Applications may be delivered to:
Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality
Office No. H27
Phalaborwa
Important Application Instructions
Applicants should take note that the following will not be accepted:
- Email applications
- Faxed applications
- Z83 forms
- Applications received after the closing date
Applicants should therefore submit an application letter and the required supporting documents rather than using a Z83 form.
Ba-Phalaborwa Youth Programme Enquiries
For Human Resources enquiries, applicants can contact:
Ms Mangaba PMS
Telephone: 015 780 6320 / 6333
Mr Rikhotso BB
Telephone: 015 780 6333
Ba-Phalaborwa Youth Programme Closing Date
31 October 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline, particularly those using postal delivery.