Start Working for Elections 2026 – No Experience for Some Posts
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) is now hiring across South Africa for the upcoming 2026 Local Government Elections.
There are currently 180+ jobs available in different provinces, and many positions are temporary contracts – perfect if you’re unemployed or looking for short-term income.
📍 Available Locations (All Provinces)
- National Office
- Eastern Cape (4 posts)
- Free State (21 posts)
- Gauteng (54 posts)
- KwaZulu-Natal (49 posts)
- Limpopo (22 posts)
- Mpumalanga (19 posts)
- North West (1 post)
- Western Cape (9 posts)
👉 Meaning: You can apply from anywhere in South Africa
💼 Types of Jobs Available
- Elections & Electoral Support (118+ posts)
- Logistics & Infrastructure (47 posts)
- Outreach & Provincial roles
🧑🔧 Job Levels:
- Semi-skilled (MOST jobs)
- Unskilled (few positions – easier entry)
- Skilled & Technical roles
📄 Contract Types
- Temporary Contracts (MOST)
- Election Contracts
- Fixed-Term Contracts
- Internship & Permanent (limited)
💰 Example Salary
Area Manager – Johannesburg Inner City
💵 R380 per day
📱 + R230 cellphone allowance
👉 Many roles pay daily rates, meaning quick income during election period
📥 How to Apply for IEC Jobs (Step-by-Step)
- Go to the official IEC jobs portal:
👉 https://www.elections.org.za/pw/About-Us/BrowseJobs - Browse available jobs by:
- Province
- Job type
- Contract type
- Click on the job you want
- Read requirements carefully
- Click Apply
- Upload:
- CV
- ID copy
- Required documents (if requested)