Conservation South Africa (CSA) invites unemployed youth to apply for Blue Economy Learnerships / Learnership Programme for 2025 / 2026.
Location: Port Nolloth, Namakwa District, Northern Cape, South Africa
Job Type: Learnership
Number of Positions: 6
Closing Date: 30 May 2025 at 5pm
VACANCIES: BLUE ECONOMY LEARNERSHIPS x 6
(11 Month Placement at a Local Fishing Cooperative)
Background:
Conservation South Africa (CSA) has been working with rural communities for over two decades to promote biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods in South Africa. Recentiy, CSA has expanded its landscape approach to include coastal communities in the Namakwa District, focusing on the blue economy to enhance local livelihoods while promoting marine conservation. We aim to empower coastal communities, particularly women, youth, and marginalized groups, by creating sustainable jobs and training opportunities in the oceans sector.
Job Summary:
CSA is offering an opportunity for individuals in Port Nolloth to help develop sustainable job opportunities linked to the ocean’s economy, specifically focusing on kelp and line fish research. The positions will provide hands-on training, skills development, and experience in nature-positive jobs which promote environmental sustainability and community resilience.
This programme will provide work placements for six individuals between the age of 18 and 35 years, who will help to build capacity within the community fishing industry as part of CSA’s Oceans Programme which is being implemented along the Namaqualand Coastline. This placement would run for 11 months in total.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fulfil various duties within a Fishing Corporative in Port Nolloth, to assist in supporting and strengthening the local community fishing industry.
- Duties could include: data collection, data capture, reporting, financial and other administration, marketing and/or participation in wild kelp harvesting and line fish processing research and activities.
- Collaborate with local communities to promote environmental awareness and sustainable livelihoods.
As part of this learnership, you will be required to: - Attend training workshops on conservation practices, climate change mitigation, and sustainable fisheries management.
- Learn how fishing cooperatives are structured, how they operate, and their role in supporting local communities.
- Learn about the financial management and administrative duties of a cooperative.
- Learn how fish and seafood products are marketed and distributed, both locally and internationally.
Note: This list of tasks is not exhaustive and may be changed at the discretion of CSA based on organisational priorities.
Educational and Skills/Experience:
Required
- Strong interest in conservation, marine ecosystems, and community development.
- Willingness to support a local fishing cooperative as you learn and acquire new skills.
- Positive attitude and motivation to contribute to a sustainable blue economy.
- A team player who is wanting to work within the sustainable blue economy environment,
- Minimum requirement of a South African Grade 10, 11 or 12 (Matric) qualification.
- Willingness to work in physically demanding, outdoor environments.
- Ability to positively communicate with local community and other stakeholders.
Commitment to learn from Cooperative members and participate in training programmes.
Preferred but not required
- Any qualification in Environmental Management and/or Marine-related studies.
- Prior experience in fishing or related sectors.
Benefits:
- Monthly stipend to support living expenses during the placement.
- Certification in relevant oceans sector skills (e.g., skipper, diving).
- Contribution to marine biodiversity conservation and sustainable community development.
- Enhancement of your work readiness as you leam more about the local community cooperative and gain additional skills.
The following documents will need to be available for you to complete your application:
- Detailed Curriculum Vite (CV).
- Certified copy of your official South African Identity Document (ID).
- Certified copy of your highest qualification i.e. matric certificate or other.
- Copy of Driver’s License if you have one. (This is not a requirement.)
How to Apply for Conservation South Africa (CSA): Blue Economy Learnerships 2025 / 2026
Interested candidates should complete the required form by clicking on the Apply Now button below to apply online for CSA’s Blue Economy Learnership Programme
***WHAT TO DO IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR APPLICATION***
Should you wish to be assisted with your application, please come to the Conservation SA offices in Port Nolloth, 2868 Main Road, between 14:00 and 16:00 on the 29 or 30th of May 2025. A representative from CSA will be on hand to assist you.
Deadline for Applications: Friday, 30 May 2025 at 5PM.
Conservation South Africa is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from women, youth, and people with disabilities from marginalized communities.
CSA reserves the right to not move ahead with these appointments. Please note that we will not accept hand delivered applications.
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