Cadet Learnership Programme

Johnny Makhathini UBUNTU Diplomatic Corps (REF: 14648/01)

As part of its recruitment drive, the Department of International Relations & Cooperation invites confident and dynamic individuals to participate in a twelve-month Cadet Learnership Programme. The training will include both theoretical (classroom-based) and practical modules on a variety of subjects relevant to the development of a well-rounded South African International Relations Practitioner.

Allowance: Market-related stipend

NOTE: Applicants should note that this process will be used by International Relations Divisions of other National Departments to recruit and/or second successful applicants to such organisations for further training.

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) is committed to the promotion of South Africa’s national interests and values, the consolidation of the African Agenda and the creation of a better world for all. The Department’s overall mandate is to work towards the realisation of South Africa’s foreign policy objectives.

Requirements:

• South African youth graduate (18 – 35 years of age) at the closing date of the advertisement
• South African Citizen
• An appropriate three-year Bachelor’s degree with two (2) or more of the following desired subjects: International Relations, African Studies, Political Science, Economics, Law, International Trade and Investment, Political Economy, Development Studies, Development Economics and/or Foreign Languages
• Proficiency in a foreign language will serve as an advantage
• Valid Code B driver’s licence will serve as an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills
• Communication (verbal and written) skills
• Computer literacy skills
• Information gathering and analytical skills
• Sense of responsibility and initiative
• Client service focus.

Enquiries: Ms L. Mudau, tel. (012) 351 0645 or Mr S. Skosana, tel. (012) 351 1211.

How to apply

Applicants will be subjected to a process of security clearance and qualification verification.

Candidates may be subjected to a process of competency assessment. Applications must be submitted via a signed Z83 , CV and accompanied by certified copies of qualifications, STATEMENT OF RESULTS and ID document. Should you not comply with this; your application will not be considered.

Forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to: Director-General, Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Private Bag x152, Pretoria 0001 OR hand-deliver to: Tambo Building, 460 Soutpansberg Road, Rietondale, 0084

CLOSING DATE: 15 AUGUST 2014