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Limpopo Department of Education – EPWP Job Opportunities

Expanded Public Works Programme (12-Month Contracts)

The Limpopo Department of Education is inviting applications from unemployed South African citizens for Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) contract positions for 2026. These temporary roles provide workplace experience while supporting education services across various district offices in Limpopo Province.

Programme Overview

  • Programme: Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP)
  • Contract Duration: 12 months (fixed-term)
  • Location: Limpopo Province
  • Closing Date: 6 March 2026
  • Closing Time: 14:00

Late applications will not be accepted.

Available Positions

1. EPWP Data Capturer (6 Posts)

  • Daily Rate: R350 per day
  • Workstation: Head Office – Polokwane

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12 / Matric
  • N6 qualification will be an added advantage
  • Computer literacy (MS Office and data capturing skills)
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Attention to detail and accuracy

Key Responsibilities:

  • Capture and verify EPWP data
  • Reconcile and maintain records
  • Prepare reports
  • Assist with data quality checks and documentation

2. EPWP Casual Labourers (53 Posts)

  • Daily Rate: R130 per day
  • Workstations: Various districts across Limpopo including:
    • Head Office – Polokwane
    • Capricorn South
    • Capricorn North
    • Mopani East
    • Mopani West
    • Vhembe East
    • Vhembe West
    • Sekhukhune East
    • Sekhukhune South
    • Mogalakwena
    • Waterberg

Minimum Requirements:

  • Must be unemployed
  • No specific academic qualification required
  • Willing to perform general duties under supervision

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with general office duties
  • Support daily operational activities
  • Perform maintenance and basic support tasks
  • Record attendance and report to supervisors

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

  • Be South African citizens
  • Be unemployed
  • Reside in Limpopo Province
  • Be local residents for the post they are applying for (local applicants will be prioritised)
  • Youth, persons with disabilities, and social grant beneficiaries are encouraged to apply

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  • Fully completed and signed Z83 application form (for Data Capturer posts)
  • Prescribed EPWP application form (for Casual Labourer posts, where applicable)
  • Detailed CV
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Certified copies of qualifications (if applicable)
  • Affidavit or confirmatory letter from the Department of Social Development (where required)
  • Driver’s licence (if relevant to the position)

Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

Application Addresses

Head Office – Polokwane

Postal Address:
The Acting Head of Department
Limpopo Department of Education
Private Bag X9489
Polokwane
0700

Hand Delivery Address:
Office No. H03 – Records Management Directorate
113 Biccard Street
Polokwane

District Offices

Capricorn North District
Private Bag X9711
Corner Blaauwberg & Yster Street, Ladanna, Polokwane, 0700

Capricorn South District
Private Bag X03
Old Parliament Complex, Chueniespoort, 0745 / Lebowakgomo

Mopani East District
Private Bag X578
Old Parliament Building, Giyani, 0826

Mopani West District
Private Bag X4032
27 Peace Street, Prosperitas Building, Tzaneen, 0850

Sekhukhune East District
Private Bag X9041
83 Aloe Street, Stand No. 2314 Ext 4, Aloeridge West, Burgersfort, 1150

Sekhukhune South District
Private Bag X70
Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo, 0737

Vhembe East District
Private Bag X2250
Old Government Complex, Thohoyandou, 0970

Vhembe West District
Private Bag X2250
Makwarela Government Buildings, Sibasa, 0970

Mogalakwena District
Private Bag X601
805 Rufus Seakamela Street, Mahwelereng, 0626

Waterberg District
Private Bag X1040
84 Limpopo Street, Modimolle, 0510