Parliament of the Republic of South Africa invites applications for its Graduate Development Programme 2025, offering exceptional opportunities for recent graduates to gain valuable professional experience in a dynamic and prestigious institution. This programme is designed to provide graduates with comprehensive exposure to the operations of Parliament, enabling them to contribute meaningfully while developing skills that will enhance their future career prospects.
Applications are sought from candidates who hold relevant qualifications in various academic disciplines. Positions are available under specific IRC numbers, each linked to a field of study. For IRC7440, applicants must have a degree in Law, Public Administration or Political Science. IRC7441 is open to those with an Honours Degree in International Relations, Science and Technology, or Statistics and Data Analysis. IRC7442 requires a Degree in Library and Information Science (BLIS) or a Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science (PGDipLIS). IRC7443 calls for a Bachelor’s Degree with a major in a South African official language. IRC7444 seeks graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Science, Commerce, Economics, or Business Informatics (Information Systems). IRC7445 requires a BTech in ICT with A+.
For IRC7446, the programme seeks candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Engineering, Television Production, Media Technology, Audio-Visual Communication, or a related field; a Bachelor’s Degree in Motion Graphics, Multimedia Design, Visual Communication, or related field; or a Bachelor’s Degree in Brand and Marketing or a related field. IRC7447 is available to applicants with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Behavioural Science, Business, or Commerce. IRC7448 is open to graduates with an LLB or an Honours Degree in Public Administration. IRC7449 requires an LLB qualification. IRC7450 calls for candidates with a BCom in Internal Audit or related studies, or a BSc/BCom in Informatics, Information Systems Audit, Computer Science, or Technology. IRC7451 is open to graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting. IRC7454 seeks applicants with an LLB. IRC7455 is intended for candidates with an Honours Degree in Political Science, Education/Training, or Development Studies. Finally, IRC7456 requires a Master’s Degree in Development Economics, Economics, Econometrics, Business Economics, Public Policy, Public Finance, or Accounting.
This Graduate Development Programme offers participants the opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals and gain first-hand exposure to the legislative process, policy development, research, and parliamentary operations. It is ideal for individuals who are passionate about contributing to democracy, governance, and public service. Successful candidates will benefit from mentorship, structured learning opportunities, and a supportive working environment that fosters growth and innovation.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications through Parliament’s online recruitment system. To access the full list of vacancies, it is recommended to filter the search results to “Date posted – last 2/3 weeks” to view the most recent listings. The closing date for applications is 20 August 2025.
For more information, prospective candidates can contact Parliament at Tel: (021) 403-2911 or via email at info@parliament.gov.za. Parliament is located on Parliament Street, Cape Town, with postal address PO Box 15, Cape Town, 8000.
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