PSiRA YES Programme 2027/2028: 20 Opportunities, Stipends Up to R7,000

PSiRA

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA) has announced applications for its Youth Empowerment Service (YES) Programme 2027/2028, offering young South Africans an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience and develop professional skills in different fields.

The programme is designed to help address youth unemployment by connecting unemployed young people with meaningful economic opportunities. Through this initiative, PSiRA aims to provide successful applicants with practical work experience, professional development and exposure to the working environment.

The organisation also aims to promote representativity through the recruitment process and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.

PSiRA YES Programme 2027/2028 Details
  • Programme: Youth Empowerment Service (YES) Programme 2027/2028
  • Duration: 12 Months
  • Locations: Various locations across South Africa
  • Stipend: R5,300 – R7,000 per month, depending on NQF level
  • Employment Type: YES Programme
  • Closing Date: 17 November 2026

The YES Programme will run for 12 months, giving participants an opportunity to gain experience in their respective fields of study while developing skills that can improve their future employment prospects.

Opportunities are available across several provinces, including Eastern Cape, Western Cape, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Various departments are participating in the programme, with positions available for graduates and diploma holders in administration, finance, human resources, law, information technology, communications, training, research and other related fields.

Young people who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

About the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSiRA)

The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority is a statutory organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry in South Africa. Its head office is situated in Centurion, Gauteng.

PSiRA plays an important role in ensuring that private security service providers operate within the applicable laws and regulations. The organisation also promotes professionalism, accountability and ethical conduct within the private security sector.

Through the YES Programme, PSiRA seeks to contribute towards youth development by providing opportunities for young graduates to gain practical workplace experience.

Available YES Programme Opportunities and Requirements

PSiRA is recruiting participants for different departments and regions. Applicants must ensure that their qualifications match the requirements of the specific field they wish to apply for.

Province/Region: Eastern Cape (Port Elizabeth)
YES Programme: Registration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Eastern Cape (Mthatha)
YES Programme: Registration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Western Cape (Bellville)
YES Programme: Registration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Mpumalanga (Nelspruit)
YES Programme: Registration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Free State (Bloemfontein)
YES Programme: Registration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Occupational Health and Safety
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Safety Management.
  • Occupational Health and Safety.
  • Environmental Science.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: KwaZulu-Natal (Durban)
YES Programme: Registration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Human Resource Management
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Legal Administration
Requirements:

  • Degree in LLB.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng
YES Programme: Law Enforcement Administration
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Administration.
  • Business Management.
  • Public Management.
  • Public Administration.
  • Office Management and Technology.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Law Enforcement: Special Operations
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Policing.
  • Criminal Justice.
  • Forensic Investigations.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Centurion, Pretoria, Nelspruit, Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth
YES Programme: Training
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Business Management.
  • Education.
  • Training.
  • Administration.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Pretoria)
YES Programme: Call Centre
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Office Administration.
  • Relevant Customer Service qualification.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Communications
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Media Studies and Communications.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Supply Chain Management
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Supply Management.
  • Logistics.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Business Information Technology
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology.
  • Information Systems.
  • Computer Science.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Finance
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Accounting.
  • Cost Accounting.
  • Management Accounting.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Records Management
Requirements:

  • BCom Information Management.
  • BINF Information Science.
  • BA Information Science.
  • Archival Science.
  • Degree in Records Management.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Research and Development
Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science.
  • Honours in Social Science.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Province/Region: Gauteng (Centurion)
YES Programme: Security and Information
Requirements:

  • National Diploma/Degree in Security Management.
  • Or an equivalent qualification.

Candidates interested in the Security and Information department must possess a National Diploma or Degree in Security Management or an equivalent qualification.

YES Programme Monthly Stipend

Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend based on their National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level.

The stipend structure is as follows:

  • NQF Level 6: R5,300 per month.
  • NQF Level 7: R6,000 per month.
  • NQF Level 8: R7,000 per month.

The programme will run for 12 months, providing participants with an opportunity to gain practical experience while receiving a monthly stipend.

Key Competencies and Skills

PSiRA is looking for candidates who demonstrate professionalism, good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a professional environment.

Applicants should possess the following competencies:

  • Computer literacy.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Good listening skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Open-mindedness and willingness to learn.
  • Good organisational skills.
  • Professionalism and accountability.
  • Honesty, ethical conduct and integrity.
  • The ability to put other people first and demonstrate Ubuntu.

Candidates should be willing to learn, take responsibility and contribute positively to the organisation.

Essential Requirements and Eligibility Criteria

Before submitting an application, interested candidates must ensure that they meet the following requirements:

  1. Applicants must be South African citizens.
  2. Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years.
  3. Applicants must have studied at an accredited South African educational institution in one of the relevant fields listed for the programme.
  4. Applicants must be prepared to enter into an agreement with PSiRA and the Youth Empowerment Service Programme.
  5. Applicants who have previously participated in a Youth Empowerment Service (YES) Programme will not be considered.
  6. Candidates must indicate the specific field and region they are applying for in their application letter.
  7. Applicants must submit a comprehensive CV and certified copies of all qualifications and their identity document.

Candidates who obtained foreign qualifications must provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

All qualifications will be subject to verification. Applicants should ensure that all required documents are submitted because applications with missing documentation may not be considered.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, including applicants with disabilities.

Documents Required for Application

Interested candidates should prepare the following documents before applying:

  • A comprehensive and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Certified copies of all relevant qualifications.
  • A certified copy of their South African identity document.
  • An application letter indicating the field and region they wish to apply for.
  • SAQA evaluation certificate, where applicable for foreign qualifications.

Applicants should ensure that their CV contains accurate educational information, contact details and relevant experience, where applicable.

How to Apply for the PSiRA YES Programme 2027/2028

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official PSiRA online application system.

To apply, follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official PSiRA website: https://erecruitment.psira.co.za/recruitment/#/browse-jobs
  2. Navigate to the Careers section.
  3. Find the YES Programme 2027/2028 advertisement.
  4. Read the full job advertisement carefully to confirm the requirements for the preferred department and region.
  5. Prepare the required supporting documents, including a comprehensive CV, certified qualifications and certified identity document.
  6. Indicate the specific field and region you are applying for in your application letter.
  7. Complete the online application process and submit the required information and documents.

The full version of the advertisement is available on the PSiRA website under the Careers section.

Important: Applications must be submitted through the online system. No hand-delivered or faxed applications will be accepted.

Important Information for Applicants

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete competency tests and assessments as part of the recruitment process. PSiRA may also request a portfolio of evidence if additional information is required.

The organisation reserves the right to conduct further verification of applicants’ qualifications, credentials and employment history.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not received communication by or before 28 February 2027 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

PSiRA will process applicants’ personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act 4 of 2013. Appropriate technical and organisational security measures will be applied to protect personal information collected during the recruitment process.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications for the PSiRA YES Programme 2027/2028 is 17 November 2026.

Young South Africans between the ages of 18 and 35 who hold the required qualifications are encouraged to apply. This 12-month programme offers an opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience, develop professional skills and improve future employment prospects.