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**A Call for Graduates: Join the DSTI-National Youth Service Programme (NYS)**

 


Are you a recent graduate passionate about science, technology, and innovation? The Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation (DSTI), in partnership with the National Research Foundation's South African Agency for Science and Technology Advancement (NRF-SAASTA), invites eligible unemployed graduates to apply for the **DSTI-National Youth Service (NYS) Programme**.


This exciting 12-month programme aims to empower 200 graduates by providing them with meaningful work experience while promoting science engagement and communication across South Africa.


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### **Who Can Apply?**


This programme is open to graduates aged **18 to 35 years** with qualifications in the following fields:  


1. **Science, Engineering, and Technology Graduates**  

   - Deployment to organisations such as universities, schools, science centres, biodiversity conservation sites (botanical and zoological gardens), and non-profits focusing on mathematics, science, and technology.  


2. **Communication Science, Journalism, or Media Studies Graduates**  

   - Placement at community media outlets to serve as science knowledge intermediaries, promoting science journalism and media initiatives.  

   - Graduates will primarily be deployed across district municipalities and metros.  


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### **What’s in it for You?**


Selected candidates will receive a **monthly stipend** to support their daily needs, based on their qualification level:  

- **National Diploma (NQF Level 6):** R4,500  

- **Bachelor’s Degree / B. Tech (NQF Level 7):** R5,000  

- **Honours Degree (NQF Level 8):** R5,500  

- **Master’s Degree (NQF Level 9):** R6,500  

- **PhD (NQF Level 10):** R7,700  


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### **How to Apply**  


**Interested graduates** are required to submit the following:  

- A **covering letter** explaining why you wish to participate and your preferred province for deployment.  

- A **comprehensive CV**.  

- Certified copies of your **ID, qualifications, or academic transcript**.  

- A **letter of completion** if your qualification is complete but the certificate has not been issued.  


**Applications close on 31 January 2025.**  


To apply, visit the official application portal: [https://seims.dsi.gov.za/nys/landing](https://seims.dsi.gov.za/nys/landing).  


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### **Programme Start Date**  

Successful candidates will begin their journey on **1 April 2025**. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified of the screening outcomes.  


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### **Contact Information**  

For inquiries, please contact:  

- **MacDonald Kapu**  

  - Tel: (012) 392 9300  

  - Email: MM.Kapu@saasta.nrf.ac.za  


For more details about the programme, visit [NRF-SAASTA](https://www.saasta.ac.za/programmes/nurturing-talent).  


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### **Why Join the DSTI-NYS Programme?**


This programme is your opportunity to:  

- Build valuable skills in **science engagement** and **communication**.  

- Gain experience working with leading institutions and organisations.  

- Contribute to the advancement of **science, technology, and innovation** in South Africa.  


Apply now to kickstart your career while making a meaningful impact in your community!  


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- National Youth Service Programme 2025  

- DSTI-NYS Programme  

- Science engagement jobs South Africa  

- Graduate opportunities in science and technology  

- NRF-SAASTA youth programme  

- Jobs for science graduates in South Africa  

- Communication and journalism internships South Africa  

- Unemployed graduates programme  


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