Applications Open for Facilitators and Rapporteurs

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South Africans Invited to Shape the Future Through the National Dialogue – 240 Contract Opportunities

Applications Open for Facilitators and Rapporteurs

The National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) is inviting South Africans to apply for 240 short-term contract opportunities as part of the National Dialogue Pilot Phase.

The initiative aims to bring citizens, community leaders, and sector representatives together to discuss South Africa’s social and economic future through structured community dialogues.

Available Positions

  • Facilitators: 120 Positions
  • Rapporteurs: 120 Positions

Employment Type: Short-term Contract

Closing Date: 09 July 2026

Facilitator (120 Positions)

Role Overview

Facilitators will lead inclusive, respectful, and trauma-informed community dialogues while ensuring every participant has an opportunity to contribute.

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitate ward-based and sectoral dialogue sessions.
  • Promote inclusive participation.
  • Manage group discussions and conflict.
  • Support participation of persons with disabilities.
  • Maintain neutrality and confidentiality.
  • Attend orientation and briefing sessions.
  • Work closely with Rapporteurs.
  • Comply with the National Dialogue Code of Conduct.

Minimum Requirements

  • Experience facilitating community dialogues, workshops, or public consultations.
  • Community engagement experience within the past two years.
  • Fluency in at least two official South African languages.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Cultural sensitivity and emotional intelligence.

Remuneration: R2,500 per dialogue (all-inclusive).

Rapporteur (120 Positions)

Role Overview

Rapporteurs are responsible for accurately documenting discussions, recommendations, and outcomes from each National Dialogue session.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take detailed and impartial notes.
  • Record and transcribe dialogue sessions.
  • Prepare structured dialogue reports.
  • Summarise discussions accurately.
  • Verify reports with Facilitators.
  • Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.

Minimum Requirements

  • At least one year of experience in minute-taking, report writing, transcription, or similar work.
  • Excellent listening and writing skills.
  • Fluency in English plus at least one official South African language.
  • Ability to remain objective and impartial.
  • Access to a recording device.

Remuneration: R1,500 per dialogue (all-inclusive).

Why Apply?

This initiative provides an opportunity to:

  • Contribute to shaping South Africa’s future.
  • Promote inclusive community participation.
  • Gain valuable experience in public engagement.
  • Help ensure community voices are heard and documented.

Important Information

  • Government employees at national, provincial, and local levels are not eligible for paid Facilitator roles.
  • Preference will be given in line with Employment Equity objectives.
  • Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Applications should be submitted via email to:

[email protected]

Applicants should review the full advertisement and application requirements on the official NEDLAC website before applying.

If you do not receive feedback within 21 days after submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Quick Summary

Organisation: National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC)

Positions Available: 240

  • Facilitators – 120
  • Rapporteurs – 120

Employment Type: Short-term Contract

Closing Date: 09 July 2026

Facilitator Pay: R2,500 per dialogue

Rapporteur Pay: R1,500 per dialogue

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