The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) invites unemployed South African youth to apply for the Nature Conservation: Resource Guardianship NQF Level 2 Learnership Programme 2025.
Learnership Application Closing Date: 8 July 2025 at 16:00
Stipend: R3 500.00 per month
Duration: 12 months
Learnership Base Stations and Allocations
Successful applicants will be placed at one of the following Nature Reserves or MTPA stations:
| Base Station | No. of Positions |
|---|---|
| MTPA Lydenburg Office | 3 |
| Graskop Environmental Office | 3 |
| Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve | 4 |
| Songimvelo Nature Reserve | 4 |
| Barberton Nature Reserve | 3 |
| Mahushe Shongwe Nature Reserve | 3 |
| Mthethomusha Nature Reserve | 3 |
| Verloren Vallei Nature Reserve | 2 |
| Nootigedacht Dam Nature Reserve | 2 |
| Mdala Nature Reserve | 4 |
| Mkhombo Nature Reserve | 3 |
| Mabusa Nature Reserve | 3 |
| SS Skosana Nature Reserve | 3 |
| Manyeleti Nature Reserve | 5 |
| Andover Nature Reserve | 3 |
| Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve | 4 |
Total Positions Available: 52
Responsibilities Include
- Assisting in the conservation of biodiversity
- Monitoring and removing invasive vegetation
- Participating in fire, rehabilitation and restoration efforts
- Performing infrastructure maintenance, plant propagation, and administration
- Collecting data and contributing to conservation objectives
- Promoting community awareness and education
- Attending structured training and support sessions
Who Should Apply?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be unemployed South Africans between the ages of 18 and 35
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
- Attach a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and certified copy of ID
- Provide valid proof of residence
- Reside in the Mpumalanga Province
- Not studying at any tertiary institution
- Not registered or previously participated in another learnership
- Be willing to work outdoors and engage in physical work
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Submit the following documents to the nearest MTPA station or hand deliver to:
MTPA Head Office
N4 National Road, Hall’s Gateway, Mataffin
Block J, HRD Office J13
Required documents:
- Application letter (state programme and site)
- CV
- Certified Grade 12 certificate
- Proof of residence
- Certified ID copy
Closing Date: 8 July 2025 at 16:00
Late or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Enquiries
Contact the following officials for support:
- Ms. Bridget Mondlane
- Ms. Smangaliso Mkhabele
- Ms. Mkhongelo Mkhonto
- Tel: 013 065 0686 / 0677
- Email:
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