NFVF National Archives Digitisation Project PESP Phase 6 2026: 100+ Youth Jobs Available
Imagine gaining hands-on experience in preserving South Africa’s history while earning a paycheck. The NFVF National Archives Digitisation Project PESP Phase 6 2026 offers over 100 jobs for unemployed youth. This program partners the National Film and Video Foundation with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture to digitize and manage national records.
Programme Overview
The NFVF National Archives Digitisation Project PESP Phase 6 2026 is part of the Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme. It creates jobs at the National Archives and Records Service of South Africa in Pretoria, Gauteng. Workers will help digitize old documents, films, and audio to keep the nation’s history safe. You get real-world skills in a government setting. Applications close on 08 April 2026.
Available Positions
The program has more than 100 spots in over 20 roles. Positions range from skilled archivist jobs to entry-level tasks. Here are the main categories.
Archivist Roles
These need a diploma or degree in Archival Studies or a related field.
- Archivist: Arrangement and Description (15 posts): Organize and describe archive items.
- Archivist: Outreach and Publications (2 posts): Promote archives through events and writing.
- Archivist: Oral History (2 posts): Record and preserve spoken stories.
Assistant Archivist Roles
Most require Grade 12 or a relevant qualification.
- Assistant Archivist: Reading Room
- Assistant Archivist: Cartographic Material
- Assistant Archivist: Strong Room Registers
- Sensitive Records Assistant Archivist
Audio-Visual Preservation Roles
These ask for a diploma or degree in Film, Engineering, Audio Production, or similar.
- Film & Video Preservation Assistants
- Sound Preservation Assistants
- Legal Deposit Audio-Visual Assistants
Administration and Records Roles
Need a diploma or degree in Public Administration or related.
- Administration Officer
- Records Management Officer
- Sensitive Records Admin Officer
IT and Systems Roles
Require a diploma or degree in Information Technology.
- Systems Administrator (MCSE required)
- IT Support Officer
Entry-Level Opportunities
Open to those with Grade 10 or Grade 12.
- Scanner Operator
- Archive Assistant Housekeeping
- Conservation Assistant
Driver-Based Role
- Principal Auxiliary Officer: Needs Grade 12, valid Code 10 driver’s licence, and PDP.
Technical Support Role
- Maintenance Officer: Requires qualification in the built environment.
Minimum Requirements
To apply, you must meet these basics:
- South African citizen
- Unemployed
- 35 years old or younger
- Match the specific needs of the role you choose
Required Documents
Send these with your application:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified driver’s licence (if the job needs it)
Applications without all items will get rejected.
Screening Process
Shortlisted people face checks:
- Citizenship verification
- Criminal background checks
- Qualification verification
Important Notes
Past participants in PESP programs should not apply. If no response comes in 30 days after 08 April 2026, assume you did not make the cut.
How to Apply
Email your full application to [email protected]. Use reference: RECR/PESP 6/03/26. Do it before 08 April 2026.
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