INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC)

INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC) Is hiring for the 2026 local government elections

IEC Jobs: Apply Before 31 August 2026

The IEC is currently accepting applications for electoral posts for the 2026 Local Government Elections.

Positions include Presiding Officers, Deputy Presiding Officers and Electoral staff.

Create your IEC e-Recruitment profile first, then apply for available Electoral posts. Applications are accepted ONLY through the official IEC Careers Portal below: 

https://online.elections.org.za/adminconsole/jobs/login

Stay alert. Stay informed. Protect yourself from recruitment scams. 

DON’T FALL FOR FAKE IEC JOB OFFERS! 

Are you looking for an opportunity to work with the IEC? Be cautious of fraudulent job adverts and individuals pretending to recruit on behalf of the IEC.

Scammers may contact you through WhatsApp, SMS, Facebook, social media DMs or unsolicited calls, offering jobs in exchange for money or your personal and banking information.

The IEC does NOT charge a fee to apply for a job.

The IEC will NEVER ask for your banking PIN or passwords.

Be cautious of anyone promising you a job in exchange for payment.

Always verify vacancies through the Official IEC Careers Portal and submit your application through the approved platform:

https://online.elections.org.za/adminconsole/jobs/login

Stop. Check. Verify before you apply. Protect yourself from recruitment scams