Company: Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM)
Location: Garden Route District, Western Cape
Closing Date: 30 September 2025
About the Programme
The Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) continues its commitment to youth development through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). For 2025, GRDM is calling on unemployed youth across the district to apply for the Law Enforcement Ambassadors Programme—a seven-month initiative designed to empower participants with skills, promote community safety, and create pathways to employment.
This opportunity is available across all local municipalities in the Garden Route, including Kannaland, Hessequa, George, Oudtshoorn, Knysna, and Bitou.
Programme Overview
The EPWP Law Enforcement Ambassadors Programme provides participants with exposure to law enforcement practices and community safety activities. Successful candidates will contribute to:
- Public awareness campaigns.
- Compliance monitoring.
- Community safety and development initiatives.
The programme runs for seven (7) months, offering practical experience that builds responsibility, discipline, and essential workplace skills.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Hold a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
- Possess a valid police clearance certificate, or proof of payment for one.
- Be fluent in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
- Be a South African citizen between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Be unemployed and not currently part of another learnership, internship, or WIL programme.
- Reside within the Garden Route District municipal area.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates must submit:
- A certified copy of their ID document.
- A certified copy of their Matric certificate.
- Proof of police clearance (or proof of payment).
- A comprehensive CV.
- A completed EPWP application form.
Application forms can be collected at GRDM’s head office in George (54 York Street and Mission Street) or at any satellite office during office hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 07:30 – 16:30
- Friday: 07:30 – 13:30
Forms can also be downloaded from the official GRDM website: www.gardenroute.gov.za
Where to Submit Applications
Applications can be submitted in person at any of the following offices or sent via email to epwp@edendm.co.za:
- Riversdale: GRDM Environmental Health Office, 23 Michell Street
- Ladismith: GRDM Fire and Rescue Office, 54 Van Riebeeck Street
- Knysna: GRDM Environmental Health Office, 24A Queen Street
- George: GRDM Head Office, 54 York Street
- Plettenberg Bay: GRDM Environmental Health Office, 4 Virginia Street
- Oudtshoorn: GRDM Environmental Health Office, 15 Regent Street
For enquiries, applicants can contact:
- Mrs. H. Claassen: 044 803 1531
- Ms. A. Killian: 044 803 1501
Why This Opportunity Matters
The EPWP Law Enforcement Ambassadors Programme is more than a short-term project. It provides unemployed youth with valuable skills, practical training, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to their communities. By taking part, participants gain a solid foundation for future opportunities in law enforcement, local government, or community development.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within one week after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Conclusion
The Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) EPWP Law Enforcement Ambassadors Programme 2025 is a powerful stepping stone for young people seeking to build a career while serving their community. With structured training, exposure to law enforcement practices, and real workplace experience, this programme creates opportunities that can shape your future.
Submit your application before 30 September 2025 to be part of this life-changing initiative.