Unemployed graduates who still need workplace experience to complete their qualifications now have a valuable opportunity. The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is offering Work Integrated Learning placements for 2026/2027, with successful applicants receiving a monthly stipend of R5 865.25.
The Work Integrated Learning Programme is open to unemployed graduates who live in KwaZulu-Natal and need in-service training to complete their qualifications. Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old and must meet the field-specific requirements.
For many students, the hardest part is not passing theory. It is finding a workplace placement that helps them complete their diploma or degree. This programme helps close that gap.
What Is The KZN Department WIL Programme 2026/2027?
The KZN Department WIL Programme 2026/2027 is an in-service training opportunity offered by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture.
The programme targets unemployed graduates who studied through TVET colleges or Universities of Technology and need practical workplace exposure to complete their qualifications.
Successful applicants will enter a contract linked to their qualification requirements. Therefore, the placement may run for a minimum of one month and a maximum of 18 months.
Why Should Graduates Consider This In-Service Training Programme?
Many qualifications require practical workplace experience before students can graduate.
However, finding placement can be difficult. This programme gives qualifying applicants a chance to gain real workplace exposure while earning a stipend.
As a result, selected candidates can build experience, complete their qualification requirements and improve their chances of future employment.
In addition, applicants will gain exposure inside a government department, which can help them understand public service administration and workplace expectations.
What Is Included In The Quick Overview?
Here are the key details applicants should know:
- Programme: Work Integrated Learning Programme 2026/2027
- Department: KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
- Opportunity Type: In-Service Training
- Target Group: Unemployed graduates
- Age Requirement: 18 to 35 years
- Monthly Stipend: R5 865.25
- Duration: Minimum 1 month to maximum 18 months
- Closing Date: 26 June 2026
- Application Form: Z83 form and updated CV
- Residence Requirement: Must reside in KwaZulu-Natal
Applicants should apply only if they need experiential training to complete their qualification.
Who Can Submit An Application?
Applicants must meet the basic eligibility requirements before applying.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be unemployed
- Reside in KwaZulu-Natal
- Be between 18 and 35 years old
- Have studied toward a relevant diploma or degree
- Need experiential training to complete their qualification
- Meet the educational requirement for the selected placement
- Submit a fully completed and signed Z83 form
- Submit a recently updated comprehensive CV
- Provide proof of residential address
Applicants who already gained work experience in their field of study may not qualify.
In addition, applicants who previously participated in a Work Integrated Learning programme in a government department will not be considered.
How Much Is The Monthly Stipend?
Successful applicants will receive a stipend of R5 865.25 per month.
This stipend supports candidates during the placement period.
However, applicants should remember that the stipend is linked to the in-service training contract and is not a permanent salary.
Which Fields Are Available?
The Department is offering placements across several directorates and districts.
Available fields include:
- Financial Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Human Resource Management
- Public Management
- Office Management
- Assistant Management
- Administration
- Public Relations
- Library and Information Science
- Language Practice
- Archival and Records Management
- Sport Management
Applicants should apply only for the field that matches their qualification.
Which Placements Are Available At Head Office?
Several placements are available at Pietermaritzburg Head Office.
These include:
- Financial Management Support Services
Requirement: Financial Management N6
Ref No: DSAC WIL 01
Posts: 1 - Supply Chain Management
Requirement: Public Management N6 or Supply Chain Management
Ref No: DSAC WIL 02
Posts: 1 - Human Resource Management
Requirement: Human Resource Management N6
Ref No: DSAC WIL 03
Posts: 1 - Office of the HOD
Requirement: Office Management, Assistant Management or Administration
Ref No: DSAC WIL 05
Posts: 1 - Library Services
Requirement: National Diploma in Library and Information Science
Ref No: DSAC WIL 07
Posts: 2 - Language Services
Requirement: National Diploma in Language Practice
Ref No: DSAC WIL 08
Posts: 1 - Archival Studies
Requirement: National Diploma or Degree in Archival and Records Management
Ref No: DSAC WIL 09
Posts: 2 - Sport Management and Recreation
Requirement: National Diploma or Degree in Sport Management
Ref No: DSAC WIL 10
Posts: 2
Applicants should quote the correct reference number when applying.
Which Public Relations Placement Is Available?
The Communication Services placement is available for applicants with Public Relations qualifications.
Details:
- Directorate: Communication Services
- Requirement: Public Relations
- Ref No: DSAC WIL 06
- Centre: Pietermaritzburg
- Posts: 1
This placement may suit applicants who studied communication, media, public relations or related fields, depending on the Department’s qualification requirement.
Which Public Management Placements Are Available?
The Auxiliary Management Support Services placements are available for applicants with Public Management N6.
These placements are spread across multiple districts and administration centres.
Details:
- Requirement: Public Management N6
- Ref No: DSAC WIL 04
- Posts: 2 per listed centre
Placement centres include:
- Harry Gwala District, Ixopo
- eThekwini District, Durban
- uMkhanyakude District, Hluhluwe
- uMgungundlovu District, Pietermaritzburg
- uMzinyathi District, Dundee
- uThukela District, Ladysmith
- Amajuba District, Newcastle
- Zululand District, Ulundi
- uGu District, Margate
- Administration, Pietermaritzburg
Applicants should choose the most suitable centre and quote the correct reference number.
What Documents Must Applicants Submit?
Applicants must submit:
- Fully completed and signed Z83 form
- Recently updated comprehensive CV
- Proof of residential address
The CV must clearly detail the modules covered by the applicant’s qualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will need to submit originally certified copies of supporting documents before or on the date of the interview.
Why Is The Z83 Form Important?
The Z83 form is compulsory for this application.
Applicants must complete and sign the form properly. If the Z83 form is incomplete, unsigned or missing, the application will not be considered.
Applicants who need help with the form can use this New Z83 Form 2026 Download Guide before submitting their application.
Itumeleng’s Insider Tip: Do not send a blank or half-completed Z83 form. Make sure your reference number is correct, your contact details are clear and your signature appears where required. Then match your CV to the exact field you are applying for.
What Should Applicants Include In Their CV?
Applicants should keep their CV clear and relevant.
A strong CV should include:
- Full name and contact details
- Residential address
- Qualification name
- Institution name
- Field of study
- Modules completed
- In-service training requirement
- Computer skills
- Any volunteer or academic project experience
- References, if available
Since the Department asks for modules covered, applicants should make sure their CV lists relevant subjects clearly.
How Do You Submit Your Application?
Applicants must submit their applications by hand delivery or post.
Applications must quote the correct reference number.
Applicants may hand deliver applications to the relevant district or head office address. Alternatively, they may post applications to:
KZN Department of Sport, Arts and Culture
Private Bag X9141
Pietermaritzburg
3200
Applicants should not wait until the last day because posted applications must arrive before the closing date.
Which Addresses Can Applicants Use?
Applicants may use the relevant district or head office address.
Available addresses include:
- Head Office: Private Bag X9141, Pietermaritzburg, 3200
Physical address: 171 Boshoff Street - Harry Gwala District: Private Bag X512, Ixopo, 3276
Physical address: 2 Margaret Street, Ixopo, 3276 - eThekwini Metro: Lot No. X24, Mayville, 4058
Physical address: 333 Anton Lembede Street, Durban, 4000 - uMkhanyakude District: Lot No. 45, Koedoe Street, Hluhluwe, 3960
Physical address: Lot No. 45, Koedoe Street, Hluhluwe, 3960 - uMgungundlovu District: Private Bag X9141, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
Physical address: 171 Boshoff Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201 - uMzinyathi District: 8 King Edwards Street, Dundee, 3000
Physical address: 85 Karel Landman Road, Dundee, 3000 - uThukela District: Private Bag X10043, Ladysmith, 3370
Physical address: 24 Lyell Road, Ladysmith, 3370 - Amajuba District: Private Bag X9980, Newcastle, 2940
Physical address: 36 Voortrekker Street, Newcastle, 2940 - Zululand District: Old Legislature Building, 2nd Floor Office, 51/1 King Dinuzulu Highway, Ulundi, 3838
Physical address: Old Legislature Building, 2nd Floor Office, 51/1 King Dinuzulu Highway, Ulundi, 3838 - uGu District: Private Bag X701, Manaba, 4270
Physical address: No. 31 Dias Road, Uvongo, Margate, 4276
Applicants should use the address linked to the placement centre they are applying for.
What Happens If An Applicant Has A Foreign Qualification?
Applicants with foreign qualifications may still apply.
However, shortlisted candidates with foreign qualifications must submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority, also known as SAQA.
This certificate will be required before or on the date of the interview.
What Important Notes Should Applicants Know?
Applicants should follow all instructions carefully.
Important notes include:
- Late applications will not be considered
- Applicants must submit a signed Z83 form
- Applicants must submit an updated CV
- Applicants must include proof of residential address
- Only shortlisted candidates must submit originally certified supporting documents
- Applicants must quote the correct reference number
- Applicants must not have previous work experience in the same field of study
- Applicants must not have previously participated in a government WIL programme
Failure to submit a fully signed Z83 and updated CV will result in the application not being considered.
Who Can Applicants Contact For Enquiries?
Applicants may direct enquiries to:
Mrs TN Shongwe
Tel: 083 414 1671
Applicants should use this contact for enquiries only and still follow the official application process.
When Is The Closing Date?
The closing date for the KZN Department WIL Programme 2026/2027 is 26 June 2026.
Applicants should submit early because late applications will not be accepted.
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Final Thoughts
The KZN Department WIL Programme 2026/2027 gives unemployed graduates a valuable chance to complete workplace training linked to their qualifications.
With placements across administration, finance, supply chain, human resources, library services, public relations, archival studies and sport management, this programme can help qualifying applicants gain practical experience while receiving a monthly stipend of R5 865.25.
Eligible applicants should prepare their Z83 form, update their CV and submit before the closing date.
