The Department of Tourism has officially opened applications for the 2025/26 SANParks Tourism Monitors Programme. This exciting Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) opportunity will see the appointment of 250 unemployed youth across various National Parks in South Africa.
250 x SANParks Tourism Monitors Programme 2025
Last Day To Apply: 30 July 2025
Location: South Africa
The initiative aims to improve tourism safety while also equipping youth with practical skills in tourism and conservation.
The Tourism Programme
The Tourism Monitors Programme offers a seven-month job where you’ll learn in the classroom and get hands-on experience in National Parks. Those taking part will get R200 each day (about R8,000 a month) and learn about South Africa’s important tourism and nature protection areas. The programme wants everyone to join, so people with disabilities are welcome to apply.
The Tourism Key Requirements
- Looking for jobless young people between 18 and 35 years old.
- Must be South African citizens with a valid ID.
- Need at least a high school diploma or similar.
- Must live relatively close to the National Park or site, between 40 and 100 km away (need proof of address).
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English well.
- Having a college degree in tourism or environmental studies is a plus.
- Must be available to work different hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Must have their own way to get to and from work.
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Note:
- No more than one learner per household may apply.
- No affidavits will be accepted as proof of residence.
Locations
Some of the participating National Parks include:
Addo Elephant National Park
Golden Gate Highlands National Park
Kruger National Park (Marula and Nxanatseni Regions)
Table Mountain National Park (Boulders, Tokai, Cape Point, Newlands, Silvermine)
Tsitsikamma, Wilderness, Agulhas, Bontebok, West Coast, Karoo, Richtersveld, Namaqua, Tankwa Karoo, Camdeboo, Mountain Zebra, Mapungubwe, Kgalagadi, Mokala, Augrabies, Marakele
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Fitness and Interview Process
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete fitness assessments such as:
2.4 km run
25 pushups
25 sit-ups (within a time limit)
This is followed by a formal interview process and medical and criminal record clearance before final selection.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted online and via email per site.
Applicants must:
Complete the online application forms (Microsoft Forms links per park)
Submit a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID, and proof of residence (within 3 months)
Main SAYouth Application Link (Datafree): https://sayouth.mobi/Join
Each park has its own reference number, municipality, and submission link. Here are a few examples:
Example Applications
Addo Elephant National Park (10 Posts)
Local Municipality: Dr Sundays River
Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/g6ihTKQgaH
Email docs to: addovacancies@sanparks.org
Table Mountain National Park – Boulders (5 Posts)
Municipality: City of Cape Town
Link: https://forms.office.com/r/3NV1JtFnML
Email: TMNP.vacancies@sanparks.org
Kruger National Park – Marula Region (30 Posts)
Municipality: Ehlanzeni (Bushbuckridge, Mbombela, Nkomazi)
Hand Deliver: BSP Offices, Paul Kruger Gate, Skukuza
Email: Foen.Ngobeni@sanparks.org
Final Notes
The contract runs for 7 months.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Department reserves the right not to proceed with training or deployment.
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