Graduate Development Programme 2026/27 Policy Research and Analysis

Independent Communications Authority of SA; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 163,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA) invites graduates to join its 2026/27 Policy Research and Analysis Graduate Development Programme for a two-year fixed term. It provides practical experience, structured training and coaching to prepare for a career in ICT regulation, with a focus on policy research and data analysis.

Applicants must be South African citizens and hold a degree in Mathematics or Statistics.

Qualifications

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must have completed a Degree in Mathematics or Statistics from a recognized institute of Higher Learning
• CV; Motivational Letter; Academic Records; and Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities demonstrating drive and interpersonal skills

Skills

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-driven

Assertive

Technical expertise

Education

Degree in Mathematics or Statistics

Job description

JOB TITLE: Graduate Development Programme 2026/27 Policy Research and Analysis

LOCATION: Independent Communications Authority of South Africa

POSITION STATUS: Two (2) Year Fixed Term Contract

The Independent Communications Authority ofSouthAfrica (ICASA) Graduate Development Programme 2026/27 - Policy Research and Analysis

The Independent CommunicationsAuthority of South Africa (ICASA) is a public entity responsible for theregulation of the electronic communications, broadcasting and postal industriesin South Africa, as mandated by the ICASA Act, No 13 of 2000, and ElectronicCommunications Act, No 36 of 2005.

At ICASA, we consider our employees to be our greatestasset and vital to the organisation’s future. Furthermore, we are serious aboutdeveloping and investing in our future.

The ICASA GraduateDevelopment Programme is a twenty-four (24) months intensive developmentprogramme commencing in 2026. This programme provides an opportunity forqualified graduates to gain valuable practical working experience andtheoretical training while earning a salary, enabling them to build thefoundation for a successful career in the Information and CommunicationsTechnology Industry.

A supporting structure of coaches will guide ourGraduates through their training by providing help for challenges at work. TheGraduates’ performance will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and assistance willbe provided throughout the programme as well as career guidance for futureendeavors.

The Graduate intake at ICASA is impacted by a number of variables whichinclude both the South African skills market and the organisation’s skillsneeds.

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)

Requirements

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must have completed a Degree in Mathematics or Statisticsfrom a recognized institute of Higher Learning

Key Skills andAttributes:

• Organisation andadministrative skills
• Computer literacy skills
• Time managementskills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Results driven
• Attention todetail
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and work in a pressurised environment
• Ability to work ina team
• Self-driven Assertive
• Technical expertise

Salary:Total Cost to Company Package ofR192,318.00per annum.

Closing Date: 12 October 2026

ICASA is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation as outlined within the Employment Equity Plan of ICASA.

• Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• If you do not hear from us within three months of the closing date, please regard yourapplication as unsuccessful.
• It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the SouthAfrican Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• It is also the responsibility of the applicant to obtain evaluation and certification of theRecognition for Prior Learning (RPL).
• ICASA actively pursues the sourcing of persons with disabilities.
• ICASA is an equal opportunity employer.
• ICASA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• Appointment is subject to getting a positive security clearance, verification of theapplicant’s documents (Qualifications), and reference checks.
• Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only.
• CVs from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted.