The South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is offering a 12-month Cadet Learnership Programme for 2026/2027, aimed at unemployed young people who have completed Grade 12 (Matric) or hold an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification. This programme combines practical workplace experience with structured theoretical training within the Department’s Immigration Services.
About the Learnership
The Cadet Learnership provides young South Africans an opportunity to gain firsthand exposure to Immigration Services through experiential learning and formal study for the National Certificate in Immigration Services. Participants will receive a monthly stipend of R4,500 during their 12-month tenure. This initiative is part of the government’s effort to develop youth skills aligned with the National Development Plan, supported by the Public Service Sector Education and Training Authority (PSETA).
Who May Apply
Eligible applicants must be unemployed youth who have attained a National Senior Certificate (Matric) or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification. No university degree or diploma is required. However, those who have previously participated in any Public Service Youth Development Programme or are currently receiving government financial assistance for such programmes are not eligible.
Programme Locations
Positions are available in all nine provinces of South Africa, with specific posts allocated across multiple towns and cities, including but not limited to Gauteng, Eastern Cape, North West, Northern Cape, Mpumalanga, Free State, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo. Preference will be given to applicants residing near the specific offices where learnership posts are based.
Application Requirements
- A fully completed New Z83 Application for Employment Form (effective from 2021).
- A comprehensive CV with detailed employment history, including dates (dd/mm/yy), job titles, responsibilities, reasons for leaving, and at least two contactable references.
- The correct post title and reference number for the position applied for, corresponding with the provincial location.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their South African ID document and Grade 12 certificate. Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide evaluations from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
How to Apply
Applications must be sent to the designated provincial email address listed below according to the preferred location:
- Gauteng: [email protected]
- Eastern Cape: [email protected]
- North West: [email protected]
- Northern Cape: [email protected]
- Mpumalanga: [email protected]
- Free State: [email protected]
- Western Cape: [email protected]
- KwaZulu-Natal: [email protected]
- Limpopo: [email protected]
Applicants may also submit applications by post to Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001, or deliver in person to 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, Pretoria, 0001.
Important Notes for Applicants
Applicants should carefully complete the Z83 application form and prepare a clear, detailed CV. Only applications that comply with the requirements and specify the correct reference number for the preferred location will be considered. Additionally, applications submitted after the closing time of 16:00 on 18 September 2026 will not be accepted.
Due to the high volume of applications expected, acknowledgment of receipt will not be provided. Candidates selected for further consideration will undergo screening and security checks.
This Cadet Learnership represents an opportunity to gain structured workplace experience within the Public Service, focused on Immigration Services, potentially opening pathways to future public sector employment and career growth.
Additional Resources
Applicants unfamiliar with the Z83 form or those needing further assistance can consult detailed guidance available through various online platforms. Exploring learnership opportunities beyond this intake via the Public Service Sector Education and Training Authority (PSETA) could provide other developmental routes for interested candidates.
For more information or to download the application documents, visit the application resource page.
