NEMISA Digital Ambassadors: Ya Rona Digital Programme 2025

Closing Date: May 9, 2025 (16:30)

Location: Various TVET Colleges in Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng, Western Cape, Northern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, South Africa

Job Type: Six-Month Contract

Reference Number: NEM-05/05/2025

Number of Positions: 40

Stipend: Market-related (approximately R3,500–R5,000/month)

Join NEMISA as a Digital Ambassador for the Ya Rona Digital Programme 2025! This six-month contract role for TVET graduates offers a chance to empower communities with digital literacy skills. Apply by May 9, 2025!

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About NEMISA

The National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) is a leading training institute focused on bridging the digital skills gap in South Africa. Through initiatives like the Ya Rona Digital Programme, NEMISA empowers communities by providing basic digital literacy training. Committed to Employment Equity, NEMISA prioritizes historically disadvantaged candidates and fosters youth development in partnership with TVET Colleges nationwide.

Position Purpose

The Digital Ambassadors: Ya Rona Digital Programme is a six-month contract role designed to train 40 TVET graduates to deliver digital literacy skills to communities. Based at specified TVET Colleges, ambassadors will attend training, engage with local communities, and meet weekly training targets. With a market-related stipend (approximately R3,500–R5,000/month), this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to socio-economic development through digital empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

Attend training on basic digital literacy modules, including 4IR, network connections, and mobile applications.
Deliver training to community members, schools, and organizations on digital literacy skills.
Liaise with municipalities to secure venues for community training sessions.
Train learners on the Learner Management System to track progress.
Meet allocated weekly and monthly targets for training community members.
Submit weekly training plans targeting communities, schools, and organizations.
Report weekly to NEMISA on trained citizens against set targets.
Ensure accurate attendance registers and training documentation.

Benefits

Market-related stipend (approximately R3,500–R5,000/month).
Training in basic digital literacy modules to enhance personal skills.
Opportunity to empower communities through digital education.
Exposure to community development and project coordination.
Contribution to NEMISA’s mission of digital inclusion.

Eligibility Criteria

South African citizen with a valid ID, aged 18–35 (preferred).
Reside in the catchment area of the specified TVET College applied for.
National Certificate in Information Technology and Computer Science (NQF Level 2-4) from a TVET College or N6 qualification.
Minimum 1-2 years of work experience (e.g., internships, learnerships).
No criminal record, verified through background checks.
Basic computer literacy and knowledge of computer packages.
Ability to work in a community-based, target-driven environment.

Locations

Candidates must reside in the catchment areas of the following TVET Colleges (2 positions per college):

Eastern Cape: Ikhala TVET College (Queenstown, Sterkspruit, Lady Frere, Aliwal North, Ezibeleni); King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College (Mthatha, Libode, Mapuzi/Coffee Bay, Mngazi, Ngcobo, Elliotdale); Ingwe TVET College (Mount Frere, Mount Fletcher, Maluti, Siteto, Lusikisiki Ngcungqushe).
KwaZulu-Natal: Coastal KZN TVET College (Durban, Swinton, Umlazi, Appelsbosch); Mnambithi TVET College (Estcourt, Ezakheni, Ladysmith); Umgungundlovu TVET College (Pietermaritzburg, Msinga, Imbali, Sobuntu, Edendale, Hlanganani, Msunduzi, Muden, Northdale); Mthashana TVET College (Vryheid, Kwa-Gqikiza, Nongoma, Ulundi, Nquthu, Kwangwanase).
Gauteng: Sedibeng TVET College (Sebokeng, Heidelberg); Central Johannesburg TVET College; Westcol TVET College (Carletonville, Krugersdorp, Randfontein, Westonaria); Tshwane North TVET College (Pretoria, Mamelodi, Soshanguve, Temba, Rosslyn).
Western Cape: West Coast TVET College (Malmesbury, Vredenburg, Vredendal); South Cape College (Beaufort West, Oudtshoorn, George, Mossel Bay, Riversdale Hessequa, Plettenberg Bay).
Northern Cape: Northern Cape Urban TVET College (Kimberly, Galeshewe); Northern Cape Rural TVET College (Upington, Kathu, Kuruman, Namaqualand, De Aar).
Limpopo: Waterberg TVET College (Lebowakgomo, Thabazimbi, Mokopane, Mahwelereng); Sekhukhune TVET College (Burgersfort, Groblersdal, Motetema, Praktisser, Ga-Nchabeleng).
Mpumalanga: Gert Sibande TVET College (Balfour, Ermelo, Evander, Mpuluzi, Perdekop, Standerton); Nkangala TVET College (Witbank, Middleburg, Siyabuswa, Waterval Boven).
North West: Vuselela TVET College (Klerksdorp, Joberton, Potchefstroom, Taung).

Preferences

Candidates from historically disadvantaged groups (Coloureds, Indians, Whites, persons with disabilities).
Bilingual candidates (English and a local language of the catchment area).
Experience in community engagement or training facilitation.
Strong report writing and analytical skills.

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

Basic knowledge of computer packages and digital literacy (e.g., 4IR, mobile applications).
Analytical skills for monitoring training progress and targets.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for community engagement.
Report writing skills for weekly submissions to NEMISA.
Impact and influence to motivate community members to learn.
Critical judgment and information-gathering skills for effective training.
Emotional maturity and flexibility in a community-based role.
Results-driven and detail-focused to meet weekly targets.

Why Join the Ya Rona Digital Programme?

NEMISA’s Ya Rona Digital Programme offers a transformative opportunity for TVET graduates to empower communities with essential digital skills. As a Digital Ambassador, you’ll gain hands-on training experience, contribute to socio-economic development, and enhance your own digital literacy. This six-month contract role is ideal for young South Africans passionate about community upliftment and digital inclusion, with a focus on Employment Equity and youth empowerment.

Application Process

APPLY NOW

Submit your application by May 9, 2025 (16:30), quoting reference number NEM-05/05/2025 and specifying the TVET College you are applying for. Include a detailed CV, certified copy of your South African ID, certified copy of your National Certificate (NQF Level 2-4) or N6, and a letter from your ward councillor confirming residency (all not older than six months). If you do not hear back within two weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful. Ensure all details are accurate, as false information may lead to disqualification. NEMISA does not charge fees for applications.