Tourism Monitors Programme

Description :

 About the Opportunity

The Department of Tourism, in collaboration with SANParks, invites unemployed youth to apply for the Tourism Monitors Programme, a 7-month opportunity that combines theoretical training and practical experience in South Africa’s tourism and environmental sector.

Successful candidates will be appointed under the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and deployed to Knysna National Park or nearby tourism sites. This programme aims to build skills, create work experience, and promote employability among youth.

 

 Minimum Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be a South African citizen with a certified copy of their ID

• Be unemployed, aged 18–35 years

• Have Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification

• Be fluent in English (written and spoken)

• Reside within 40–100 km of the placement site (proof of residence required — no affidavits accepted)

• Have own reliable transport to and from the work site

• Be willing to work flexible hours (weekends, holidays, etc.)

• Have a passion for tourism and environmental sustainability

Tertiary qualifications in Tourism or Environmental Studies are an added advantage.

 

 Fitness & Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates may be required to:

• Complete a fitness test (e.g., 2.4 km run, 25 pushups, 25 sit-ups)

• Attend an interview near their place of residence

• Undergo a medical examination and criminal record check prior to final acceptance

Only one learner per household will be accepted.

Description :

 Application Process

Applicants must submit:

• A detailed CV

• Certified copies of:

  • ID

  • Qualifications

  • Proof of residence (not older than 3 months — no affidavits accepted)

• Clearly indicate the reference number or placement location on the application

 Applications should be directed to the Department of Tourism or SANParks, based on specific posting instructions (not provided in this version).

 

 Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

• If you do not hear back within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful

• The daily pay rate is R200.00, and participants will not be permanently employed

Company: Department of Tourism

Location: George NU, Western Cape

Salary: R200.00 per unit of work (based on hourly rate only)

Posted at: Aug. 2, 2025, 12:59 a.m.

Deadline: 05 August 2025

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