National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) invites applicants to apply Digital Ambassadors: Yarona Digital Internship Programme 2025.

Digital Ambassador: Ya Rona Digital Programme (Six-Month Contract)

Reference Number: NEM – 07/11/2024

Main Purpose of the Job

The Digital Ambassador for the Ya Rona Digital Programme will attend training sessions on basic digital literacy modules and subsequently provide training to community members. The role requires a passion for digital literacy and community development, ensuring that citizens gain essential skills to engage with digital technologies effectively.

Job Objectives

• Learn: Gain basic digital literacy skills on the provided modules.
• Participate: Actively engage in training sessions to build the necessary knowledge and skills.
• Train: Deliver training to community members on basic digital literacy skills.
• Liaise: Coordinate with the Project Manager to identify training venues within the community.
• Achieve Targets: Ensure weekly targets are met by training the required number of citizens in your area.
• Report: Submit weekly reports to the Project Manager, documenting the number of citizens trained against set targets.

Education and Qualifications

• Minimum:
• Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Computer literate.
• Ideal:
• Post-matric qualification.
• Computer certificate (or similar qualification).

Job-Related Work Experience

• Minimum:
• 1–2 years of relevant work experience.
• Ideal:
• Must be bilingual (ability to communicate in more than one language).

Job-Related Knowledge and Skills

• Basic knowledge of computer packages.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with data.
• Communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to write reports clearly and accurately.
• Computer literate and comfortable with digital tools and technology.

Competency Requirements

• Impact and influence: The ability to motivate and inspire community members.
• Critical judgement: Making informed decisions quickly.
• Decisiveness: Ability to take clear and confident action.
• Information gathering: Collecting relevant data for analysis and reporting.
• Initiative: Proactive and able to work independently.
• Emotional maturity: Able to work under pressure while maintaining composure.
• Commercial acumen: Understanding of how digital literacy impacts broader community development.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to different environments and needs.
• Results and quality-focused: Ensuring objectives are met with high standards.
• Detail-focused: Attentive to details, ensuring accuracy in reporting and training.

Important Notes

• Application Process:
  Please submit a comprehensive CV, indicating your residential address, along with certified copies of your ID and qualifications to: [email protected].
• Closing Date: All applications must be submitted by 13 November 2024 (16:30pm).
• Preference: Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged applicants. Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates.
• Employment Equity: NEMISA is committed to Employment Equity. Internal candidates will be considered first where possible, in line with the company’s Employment Equity goals.

Contact Information

• Tel: +27 11 484 0583
• Fax: +27 11 484 0615
• Physical Address: 26 Canary Street, Auckland Park, 2001
• Postal Address: P.O. Box 545, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2006
• Website: www.nemisa.co.za

About NEMISA

NEMISA (National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa) is a leading training institute that aims to empower individuals with essential digital skills. Through initiatives like the Ya Rona Digital Programme, NEMISA focuses on promoting digital literacy to bridge the digital divide across communities in South Africa.

Note: NEMISA reserves the right not to make an appointment, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.