South African Presidential Youth Employment Initiative (PYEI) Human Sciences Research Council 2021 for Eligible Graduates

In delivering ‘social science that makes a difference’ in South Africa and the region, the Research Programmes of the Human Sciences Research Council initiate and undertake policy-oriented research projects and programmes from its offices in Cape Town, Durban, Pietermaritzburg and Pretoria. Its public-purpose mandate is set out in the Human Sciences Research Council Act of 2008.

Application Deadline: 26th November 2020

Reference #: PYEI/WC/1120

About the Award: The Human and Social Capabilities (HSC) research programme within the HSRC employs a multi-disciplinary group of social scientists and public health specialists who conduct numerous empirical and policy-related studies each year, three-quarters of which are donor-funded.
The HSC conducts transdisciplinary, intersectional, policy and programme-relevant research to improve health, well-being and promote a socially just and cohesive society.
A flagship HSC project is to create an internship opportunity for graduates who are not able to enter an increasingly hostile and drastically changed labour market. This project falls under the Presidential Youth Employment Intervention (PYEI) within the HSC division in partnership with the Department of Science and Innovation.

Type: Research

Eligibility:

• Applicants should preferably reside in the abovementioned areas of work as no relocation allowance will be provided.
• Applicants must have completed their studies and graduated with a bachelor’s degree or national diploma in the selected disciplines prior to 01 January 2021.
• Must be a South African and must have studied in the South African universities/colleges.
• Must be 35 years of age or younger on the date of appointment on 01 January 2021.
• Must not be employed by any other party at the date of appointment on 01 January 2021.
• Must have a strong ability to read, write and speak English.
• Candidates must have experience and confidence in using electronic tablets and laptops.
• Must be available full time from 01 January 2021 to 30 June 2021.
• Must be able to function and work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Must be a good communicator and be willing to work in teams.
• Willingness to execute duties on weekends and after hours, as required by the project role.
• Be committed, responsible, self-disciplined, driven, honest, trustworthy and diligent.
• The HSRC is an affirmative action employer and promotes the employment of the previously disadvantaged applicants, including minorities, women and people with disabilities.
• At least 5% of the applicants must be people with disabilities; who meet the minimum criteria e.g. is a South African, 35 years or younger, graduated with diploma or degree at a South African university/college.

Requirements:

Successful recruits need to have a Bachelor’s degree (NQF7)/National Diploma (NQF6) in one of the following disciplines:
Education, Economics, Geography, Social Sciences, Public Health, Health Sciences, Finance, Arts, Human Resources, Administration, Law, IT / Computer Sciences and other related disciplines.

The successful recruits will receive training to develop various skills to support their professional and personal growth. Recruits will be deployed to do rapid health risk assessments within local communities and will support other research projects through various tasks in project support and documentation.

Groups of recruits will be required to work in the following areas:

Eastern Cape:

Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan
OR Tambo District
Sarah Baartman District
Garden Route

Free State:

Lejweleputswa District
Mangaung District

Gauteng:
Ekurhuleni Metropolitan
City of Tshwane Metropolitan

KwaZulu-Natal:

Durban
Sweetwaters
Ugu District
UMgungundlovu District
Zululand District

Northern Cape:

Frances Baard District
Pixley ka Seme District

Western Cape:

City of Cape Town Metropolitan
Cape Winelands District
Garden Route

Selection Criteria:

Eligible Countries: South Africa

REGIONS:
Gauteng ref: PYEI/GT/1120
Western Cape ref: PYEI/WC/1120
KwaZulu Natal ref: PYEI/KZN/1120
Free State ref: PYEI/FS/1120
Northern Cape ref: PYEI/NC/1120
Eastern Cape ref: PYEI/EC/1120
Ref: Please use correct regional reference

To be Taken at (Country): Nationwide, Nationwide, South Africa

Number of Awards: 800 – 1000 graduates

Value of Award: Market Related

Duration of Award: 6 Months contract

How to Apply: Documents to attach to your applications are:

• Your detailed two page CV with contact details
• Certified matric certificate
• Certified copy of your degree / or diploma certificate
• Certified ID document
• Please state the reference of the region you wish to be based on your application

Please answer the following questions on your motivation letter:

• Have you completed your matric? Yes/No
• Have you completed your diploma (NQF6) or degree (NQF7) before 01 January 2021? Yes/No
• Do you foresee any engagement in the period 01 January 2021 to 30 June 2021? Yes/No
• Are you available for placement full time from 1 January 2021 to 30 June 2021? Yes/No
• Are you a South African and younger than 35 years? Yes/No

All certifications must be within the last three months before application.
Send the documents to this e-mail address: recruitPYEI@hsrc.ac.za

Please note that you may only apply once.

You can also apply via SAGE’s skills map found on www.hsrc.ac.za:

Please note the following:

• Ensure you use Google Chrome or Firefox from a computer or laptop, and not a cell phone.
• Only your CV can be uploaded on the first page after you have registered/logged in.
• ALL OTHER DOCUMENTS can be uploaded on the “Document” tab on your profile.
• Attachments must be less than 2 MB.
• Should you have any HR enquiries ONLY, not applications, please send your query citing reference number to HREnquiries@hsrc.ac.za
• Should you experience problems applying online, please send your applications to recruitPYEI@hsrc.ac.za. Clearly indicate the reference number in the subject line.
• For further information, NOT applications please e-mail HREnquiries@hsrc.ac.za

• It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
• Only applications that comply with the listed above requirements will be considered.
• GOODLUCK

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IMPORTANT NOTE: APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.