O.R. Tambo District Municipality is inviting unemployed residents to apply for the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) 2026/2027.
The programme aims to provide temporary employment opportunities to qualifying residents within the O.R. Tambo District Municipality areas.
O.R. Tambo District Municipality EPWP Programme Overview
Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
Fixed Term: 12 Months
Start Date: 01 July 2026
End Date: 30 June 2027
Municipal Areas Covered
The programme covers the following local municipalities:
- King Sabata Dalindyebo
- Mhlontlo
- Nyandeni
- Port St Johns
- Ngquza Hill
O.R. Tambo District Municipality EPWP Programme Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be strictly residing within the O.R. Tambo District Municipality and in the specific project area where the programme is implemented
- Provide a confirmation letter from the Ward Councillor confirming residency and indigence
- Be under the age of 45 years
- Be unemployed
Preference Will Be Given To:
- Applicants who have never participated in the EPWP Programme before
- Women and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Males applying for Grass Cutter positions
Available Opportunities, Requirements & Stipends
1. IG/Water Maintenance Monitors
Department: Infrastructure, Water & Sanitation
Sector: Infrastructure
Educational Requirement: Grade 08
Stipend: R3, 500 per month
Municipal Allocation:
- King Sabata Dalindyebo LM – 10
- Mhlontlo LM – 10
- Port St Johns LM – 10
- Nyandeni LM – 10
- Ngquza Hill LM – 10
2. Barefoot Plumbers
Department: Infrastructure, Water & Sanitation
Sector: Infrastructure
Educational Requirement: Grade 08
Stipend: R3, 500 per month
Municipal Allocation:
- King Sabata Dalindyebo LM – 27
- Mhlontlo LM – 06
- Port St Johns LM – 05
- Nyandeni LM – 06
- Ngquza Hill LM – 06
3. Greening and Landscaping
Department: Community Services
Sector: EAC
Placement: Myezo
Educational Requirement: Grade 08
Stipend: R3,500 per month
Number of Participants: 50
4. Admin Assistant
Department: Corporate Services
Sector: Social
Placement: Myezo
Educational Requirement: Grade 12
Stipend: R5, 700 per month
Number of Participants: 10
5. Office Cleaners
Department: Corporate Services
Sector: Social
Placement: Mthatha
Educational Requirement: Grade 08
Stipend: R3, 500 per month
Number of Participants: 10
O.R. Tambo District Municipality EPWP Programme Generic Duties
Successful applicants may be expected to:
- Follow legal instructions from supervisors
- Report water leaks
- Assist with landscaping and grass cutting
- Perform office cleaning duties where applicable
- Support water and sanitation services within the district
- Perform community-related services as assigned
Best Before: 26 May 2026
O.R. Tambo District Municipality EPWP Programme Required Documents
Applicants must upload:
- Updated CV
- Certified ID Copy
- Certified copies of Qualifications/Certificates
- Brief Cover Letter stating the position applied for
- Ward Councillor confirmation letter confirming residency and indigence
How to apply for O.R. Tambo District Municipality EPWP Programme
Applicants must:
- Follow the application portal provided below
- Attach supporting documents
- Complete all required fields
- Apply as instructed
APPLY HERE FOR O.R. TAMBO DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY EPWP PROGRAMME
Crucial Matters:
- Failure to upload all required documents will result in disqualification.
- Upload your CV only in PDF or Word format. Do not combine your CV with ID, licence, or other supporting documents in one PDF.
- The e-Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date
Final Say:
If applicants do not receive feedback within 90 days after the deadline, consider the application unsuccessful. Canvassing of councillors or management will lead to disqualification.
