The KwaZulu‑Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture has rightly earned praise for its bold new step: the launch of an Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) initiative, adding a robust 264 new posts aimed at strengthening grassroots engagement and unlocking socio-economic transformation across the province.
What Is the EPWP?
Launched nationally in 2004, the EPWP is a government-driven mechanism intended to alleviate poverty and unemployment by creating temporary work opportunities. Through public-sector partnerships, the programme funds infrastructure, conservation, cultural, and social services projects, providing participants with income, skills, and experience.
Why KwaZulu‑Natal’s 264‑Post Expansion Matters
- Addressing Unemployment
With official unemployment rates hovering in double digits, especially among youth and rural communities, these 264 posts offer immediate relief—boosting livelihoods and household incomes. - Building Skills and Experience
Participants are not simply employed; they are equipped with market-relevant training—ranging from arts administration and cultural programming to community sports coaching and event management. - Driving Community Enrichment
Kulch-resource deployment ensures broader access to cultural and sporting programs, particularly in under-served rural communities. This brings life to township halls, open spaces, and community centres. - Sustainable Social Impact
Beyond short-term incomes, the skills and networks built through EPWP—whether in organizing community events, preserving local heritage, or delivering arts workshops—yield lasting benefits for individuals and communities alike.
| WORKSTATION
| REFERENCE NO | NO. OF POST |
| AMAJUBA | DSACEPWP01/25 | 22 |
| UMZINYATHI | DSACEPWP02/25 | 22 |
| UTHUKELA | DSACEPWP03/25 | 22 |
| ETHEKWINI SOUTH | DSACEPWP04/25 | 22 |
| ETHEKWINI NORTH | DSACEPWP05/25 | 22 |
| ILEMBE
| DSACEPWP06/25 | 22 |
| HARRY GWALA | DSACEPWP07/25 | 22 |
| UGU | DSACEPWP08/25 | 22 |
| UMGUNGUNDLOVU | DSACEPWP09/25 | 22 |
| KING CETSHWAYO | DSACEPWP10/25 | 22 |
| UMKHANYAKUDE | DSACEPWP11/25 | 22 |
| ZULULAND | DSACEPWP12/25 | 22 |
Requirements
- Grade 12 plus relevant qualification
- To reside within where the job opportunities are advertised
- Must be presently unemployed
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Knowledge of administrative duties
- Numerical and literacy skills
Responsibility
- 1b monitor the progress on Athletics and Artist
- Collection of data base for Athlete and Artists at ward and Local level
- To attend Operation Sukuma Sakhe (OSS) War room meetings
Community Impact: Beyond the Stats
While the 264 posts bring quantifiable benefits like income and training, their ripple effects are equally significant:
- Local Events Thrive: School championships, cultural festivals, and arts exhibitions gain organisers and supporters.
- Revitalised Community Spaces: Township halls, sports grounds, and community venues receive focused attention and programming.
- Individual Growth Stories: Trainees often step into longer-term roles—from community coaching positions to arts entrepreneurship.
- Cultural Heritage Preservation: Traditional arts forms—such as local beadwork, music, dance, and oral storytelling—are kept alive and shared with future generations.
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form quoting the relevant reference number and indicate the ward number where the applicant reside and should be accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae.
DOWNLOAD THE KWAZULU NATAL DEPARTMENT OF SPORT EPWP ADVERT HERE
Forward your application quoting the reference number as indicated above to the relevant District; or hand deliver to the district as reflected below:
| DISTRICT/HEAD OFFICE | POSTAL ADDRESS | PHYSICAL ADDRESS | ENQUIRIES 1 CONTACT DETAILS | ENQUIRIES CONTACT DETAILS |
| Amajoba | Private Bag X6665, Newcastle, 2940 | 37A Voortrekker Road, Newcastle, 2940 | Ms AMS Gabuza (034)312 4578 072 047 6495 | |
| Ugu | Private Bag X701; Manaba; 4270 | No 31 Dias Road, Uvongo Margate, 4276 | Mr Z Gumede (039)312 6420 073 697 0235 | Mr PM Ntombela (039) 312 6420 066 182 5 473 |
| Umzinyathi | 85 Karel Landman Street; Dundee; 3000 | 85 Karel Landman Street, Dundee, 3000 | Mr W Madi (034)299 6900 082 9662 093 | Mr K Selepe 083 782 2610 |
| Ethekwini | Private Bag x 24, Mayville, 4058 | 1st Floor, Highway House, 83-93 King Cetshwayo; Mayville 4001 | Ms L C Khumalo (031)2421762 083 722 0954 | Ms HC Gumede 063 808 4995 |
| Umkhanyakude | Lot No. 45, Koedoe Street, Hluhluwe, 3960 | Lot No. 45, Koedoe Street Hluhluwe, 3960 | Mr SM Ngema (035)780 9300 073 2210 225 | Mr LEN Zulu (035) 5600 003 072 335 4893 |
| Uthukela | Private Bag X10043; Ladysmith; 3370 | 24 Lyell Street, Ladysmith, 3370 | Mr TA Nhleko (036 )631 4727 078 619 6199 | Mr S Tshona 083 307 8840 |
| llembe | Private Bag X10639; KwaDukuza; 4449 | Cnr. 1 Link Road & R102： KwaDukuza, 4450 | Ms N.R. Van Nieuwenhuizen (032) 552 2276 | Mr F Sibisi (032) 552 2276 076 7756 480 |
| Zululand | Old Legislature Building; 1st Floor; Office 5F11; King Dinuzulu Highway; Ulundi; 3838 | Old Legislature Building; 1st Floor; Office 5F11; King Dinuzulu Highway, Ulundi, 3838 | Ms B A Thabethe (035)874 6400 082 430 6782 | Ms B Dludla 064 616 1471 |
| Umgungundlovu | Private Bag X9141; Pietermaritzburg; 3200 | 135 Pietermaritz Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 | Ms Z Shelembe (033) 897 9400 076 988 0310 | Dr SS Ndwandwe (033)314 3615 063 253 2099 |
| Kind Cetshwayo | Lot No. 11637; Aloe LoopStreet; Richards Bay; 3900 | Lot No. 11637; Aloe Loop Street; Boulevard; Richards Bay; 3900 | Ms M Chiya (035)780 9300 060 922 3481 | Mr M Dlamini (035) 780 9300 066 586 7299 |
| Harry Gwala | Private Bag X512, Ixopo; 3276 | 2 Margarette Street, Ixopo; 3276 | Mr N Gidi (039) 834 5300 072 783 7996 | Ms T Mahlobo (033)341 8956 |
| Head Office | Private Bag X9140, Pietermaritzburg, 3200 | 83- 93 King Cetshwayo Highway, Highway House, Mayville, 4058 or 171 Boshoff Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200
| Ms GPT Dladla (033) 897 9400 083 730 1369 | Ms B Bhengu 033-8979424 |
Our Conclusion:
By launching 264 posts under the Expanded Public Works Programme, the KwaZulu‑Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is making a bold investment in human capital. This initiative connects unemployed but passionate individuals to vital community-building roles—offering income, skills, mentorship, and a pathway toward meaningful careers in sport and culture. It’s a model of how public work initiatives can do more than just create jobs—they can shape future leaders and revive community life.
For those who qualify, this is more than a job offer—it’s a chance to drive local impact, grow professionally, and help shape the future of KwaZulu‑Natal’s sport and cultural landscape.
CLOSING DATE: 18 JULY 2025
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