The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA)
Graduate Development Programme 2022/23
ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) is a public entity responsible for the regulation of the electronic communications, broadcasting and postal industries in South Africa, as mandated by the ICASA Act, No 13 of 2000, and
Electronic Communications Act, No 36 of 2005.
At ICASA, we consider our employees to be our greatest asset and vital to the organisation’s future. Furthermore, we are serious about developing and investing in our future.
The ICASA Graduate Development Programme is a twenty-four (24) months intensive development programme commencing in 2023. This programme provides an opportunity for qualified graduates to gain valuable practical working experience and theoretical training while earning a salary, enabling them to build the foundation for a successful career in the Information and Communications Technology Industry.
A supporting structure of coaches will guide our Graduates through their training by providing help for challenges at work. The Graduates’ performance will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and assistance will be provided throughout the programme as well as career guidance for future endeavours.
The Graduate intake at ICASA is impacted by a number of variables which include both the South African skills market and the organisation’s skills needs.
Requirements: ● Must be a South African citizen ● Must have completed a BEng or BSc (Eng) or BTech Degree in Electrical (light current)/Electronic Engineering from a recognised institution of Higher Learning.
Key Skills and Attributes: ● Organisation and administrative skills ● Computer literacy skills ● Time management skills ● Good communication and interpersonal skills ● Results driven ● Attention to detail ● Ability to adhere to deadlines and work in a pressurised environment ● Ability to work in a team ● Self-driven Assertive.
Application Procedure:
• To apply for the Graduate Development Programme – Engineering and Technology, please visit https://www.icasa.org.za/pages/Careers and select Graduate – Engineering and Technology.
• Required documents: Curriculum Vitae (CV); Motivational Letter; Academic Records; and Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and interpersonal skills; (Candidates who do not attach the required documents will not be considered)
• ICASA is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment; and
• ICASA actively pursues the sourcing of persons with disabilities and
Closing Date: 26 October 2022
Any enquiries regarding this position should be directed to [email protected] or [email protected]
NB: The email addresses provided above should be used for enquiries only.
Applications sent by email will NOT be considered.
FOR EASY ACCESS TO THE SYSTEM DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS, CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO USE A LAPTOP OR A DESKTOP ON CHROME OR MICROSOFT EDGE WEB BROWSERS
Selection Process:
• Our recruitment team will review all applications;
• Applicants who meet requirements will be invited for an interview;
• Applicants who are successful at the interview stage, may be required to complete psychometric assessments; and
• Successful candidates will be accepted into ICASA’s Graduate Development
Programme and given a twenty-four (24) month contract.
• Candidates who have participated in a similar programme will not be considered.
Salary:
Total Cost to Company Package of R148,557.00 per annum.