ELUKWATINI YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
Changing the lives of young people for the best
📍 Address: Stand No 919 Unit Office, Chief Albert Luthuli, Elukwatini Crossing Main Road
📧 Email: elukwatiniyouth@rocketmail.com
📞 Phone: 076 638 5710
📂 NPO Registration Number: 083‑334‑NPO
🗂️ Reference: EYDCYM/02/2026
📢 JOB OPPORTUNITY
– YOUTH MENTOR (1 Position)Contract Duration: 12 months (fixed‑term).
Stipend: R2 786.08 per month.
Posting Date: 04 February 2026.
✅ REQUIREMENTS (Essential Criteria for Eligibility)
1. Academic Qualification: Minimum Grade 12 Certificate (Matric).
2. Computer Skills: Demonstrated computer literacy (MS Office or equivalent).
3. Age: Candidate must be between 18 and 35 years old.
4. Additional Qualifications: A relevant tertiary qualification (diploma/degree) is an added advantage and will be favourably considered.
5. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with strong interpersonal skills.
6. Gender Preference: Preference given to male applicants (open to all qualified candidates).
📚 DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Comprehensive Role Overview)
- Entrepreneurial Development: Create an enabling environment that fosters entrepreneurial skills among young people, designing individualized opportunities for each participant.
- Counselling Services: Provide basic counselling support to address personal and developmental challenges faced by youth.
- Referral System: Offer referrals to professional services (e.g., psychological, legal, or vocational assistance) when specialized help is required.
- Life Skills Programmes: Deliver structured life‑coaching and mentorship through tailored life‑skills programmes aimed at personal growth and resilience.
- Career Guidance: Facilitate career guidance sessions, leadership development workshops, and socio‑economic awareness initiatives to empower youth for future opportunities.
- Pro‑activeness Instillation: Encourage and model a proactive mindset among youth, teaching them effective problem‑solving and challenge‑management strategies.
📝 APPLICATION PROCESS (Detailed Instructions)
1. Application Documents: Submit a comprehensive CV accompanied by certified copies of all qualifications (not older than 6 months).
2. Submission Method: All applications must be hand‑delivered to the Elukwatini Youth Development Centre at the address above.
3. Inclusivity: Young people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply; the Centre is committed to equal opportunity and accessibility.
4. Closing Date: Applications must be received by 13 February 2026 at 13:00 (1 PM).
5. Selection Notification: Applicants who are not contacted within 6 weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
📞 FOR ENQUIRIES
- Contact Person: Ms. Innocentia Khumalo.
- Phone: 076 638 5710.
- Email: elukwatiniyouth@rocketmail.com.
Elukwatini Youth Development Centre is dedicated to empowering youth through mentorship, skills development, and holistic support, shaping proactive and resilient future leaders. We look forward to receiving your application and working together to change lives for the best! 🚀
