Digital Ambassador @National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA)

Digital Ambassador (X32) – National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA)

The National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) is inviting applications for 32 Digital Ambassador positions under its Ya Rona Digital Programme.

Job Title: Digital Ambassador (X32)
Organisation: National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA)
Department: Ya Rona Digital Programme
Reference Number: NEM – 15/6/2026
Job Location: Various TVET College Campuses Across South Africa
Stipend: R4,500 per month
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Programme Position (Duration Not Specified)
Closing Date: 22 June 2026 at 16:30

Successful candidates will be based at selected TVET College campuses across South Africa and will play a key role in promoting digital literacy and delivering community-based digital skills training.

Digital Ambassadors will receive training on basic digital literacy modules and will be responsible for equipping community members with essential digital skills.

Available Locations

Eastern Cape

• King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College (X2) – Mthatha, Libode, Mapuzi/Coffee Bay Area, Mngazi, Ngcobo, Elliotdale (OR Tambo District Municipality)
• East Cape Midlands TVET College (X2) – Uitenhage (Kariega), Despatch, Motherwell, Zwide, KwaNobuhle, New Brighton, Kwazakhele, Walmer Township

KwaZulu-Natal

• Elangeni TVET College (X2) – Inanda, KwaDabeka, KwaMashu, Pinetown, Ndwendwe, Ntuzuma
• Majuba TVET College (X2) – Newcastle and Dundee
• Esayidi TVET College (X2) – Kokstad, Umzimkhulu and Port Shepstone

Gauteng

• Tshwane South TVET College (X2) – Atteridgeville and Centurion
• South West Gauteng TVET College (X2) – Soweto, Roodepoort and Randburg
• Tshwane North TVET College (X2) – Mamelodi, Soshanguve, Temba, Rosslyn and Pretoria

Western Cape

• South Cape College (X2) – Beaufort West, Oudtshoorn, George, Mossel Bay, Riversdale, Hessequa and Plettenberg Bay (Bitou)
• College of Cape Town (X2) – Cape Flats Region, Mitchells Plain, Khayelitsha, Nyanga, Gugulethu, Langa, Delft, Philippi and Crossroads
• False Bay TVET College (X2) – Muizenberg, Khayelitsha, Fish Hoek and Mitchell’s Plain

Northern Cape

• Northern Cape Urban TVET College (X2) – Kimberley and Galeshewe

Limpopo

• Mopani TVET College (X2) – Phalaborwa, Namakgale and Hoedspruit

Mpumalanga

• Gert Sibande TVET College (X2) – Balfour, Ermelo, Evander, Mpuluzi, Perdekop and Standerton

North West

• Taletso TVET College (X2) – Lichtenburg and Mahikeng (Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality)

Free State

• Flavius Mareka TVET College (X2) – Sasolburg, Kroonstad and Mphohadi

Main Purpose of the Job

The Digital Ambassador will participate in digital literacy training and subsequently provide basic digital literacy training to community members.

The role involves community mobilisation, facilitation of training sessions and supporting digital inclusion initiatives within assigned communities.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Literacy Training

• Learn and apply basic digital literacy skills through provided training modules.
• Participate actively in all training sessions.

• Facilitate and conduct digital literacy training for community members.
• Provide training on identified basic digital literacy modules.

Community Engagement

• Mobilise and encourage community members to participate in digital literacy programmes.
• Liaise with municipalities, organisations and the Project Manager to secure training venues.
• Build relationships with community stakeholders.

Planning and Reporting

• Develop and maintain weekly training plans.
• Ensure weekly training targets are achieved.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of training activities.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
• Computer literacy
• National Certificate (Vocational) – NC(V), NATED qualification or Occupational Certificate

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Post-matric qualification
• Computer certificate
• TVET NC(V) Level 4, N6 or ICT-related occupational certificate
• Digital certification and facilitation/training experience
• Diploma or Degree in ICT, Education or a related field

Work Experience Requirements

Minimum Experience

• At least one to two years of working experience in any field

Preferred Experience

• Experience in training, facilitation, tutoring or community development
• Practical knowledge of digital tools including internet, email, Microsoft Office and online platforms

• Ability to work independently and manage community-based learning activities
• Ability to communicate in English and at least one other locally spoken language

Knowledge and Skills

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Basic knowledge of computer packages
• Analytical skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Report writing skills
• Computer literacy

Competencies Required

Successful applicants should possess:

• Impact and influence
• Critical judgement
• Decisiveness
• Information gathering skills
• Initiative
• Emotional maturity
• Commercial acumen
• Flexibility
• Effective communication skills
• Results and quality orientation
• Attention to detail

Reporting Line

The Digital Ambassador will report directly to the Project Manager: Ya Rona Digital Programme.

Monthly Stipend

Successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R4,500.00.

How to Apply

Applicants must email the following documents:

• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating residential address
• Certified copy of South African ID
• Certified copies of qualifications

Email Address: ambassadors3@nemisa.co.za

Important: Applicants must use the name of the TVET College they are applying for as the email subject line.

Important Information

• Closing Date: 22 June 2026 at 16:30
• Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged applicants.
• Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements should apply.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

• If applicants do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date, they should consider their application unsuccessful.
• NEMISA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• NEMISA is committed to Employment Equity and may prioritise internal candidates where this supports its Employment Equity objectives.

Enquiries

National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA)
Tel: +27 11 484 0583
Fax: +27 11 484 0615
Physical Address: 26 Canary Street, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa