IEC Jobs 2026: 180+ Election Posts Open Now
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) is recruiting for more than 180 temporary election-support posts ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, including Presiding Officers, Counting Officers, Voter Registration Officers, Polling Station Assistants and Administrative Officers. Roles are open nationwide and pay between R370 and R1,670 per day depending on the position and number of days worked. Theres no fixed closing date recruitment is ongoing, so apply as soon as possible via the IECs online portal.
At a Glance
- Posts available: 180+ posts nationwide
- Location: Various provinces, South Africa
- Pay: R370 R1,670 per day (role-dependent, subject to statutory deductions)
- Closing date: Not specified — ongoing recruitment ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections
About This Opportunity
The IEC recruits large numbers of temporary staff ahead of every election to run voter registration, polling stations and vote counting. This 2026 intake covers a wide range of entry-level and administrative roles, from Polling Station Assistants and Voter Registration Officers to Logistics Coordinators and Finance Clerks. Most roles are short-term and tied to specific election-day or registration-weekend activities, making them a common entry point for people seeking paid casual work in the public sector.
Requirements
- South African citizenship
- Basic literacy and administrative skills (requirements vary by role)
- Willingness to work election-related hours, including weekends
- Apply via the official IEC online portal at online.elections.org.za
How to Apply
- Go to online.elections.org.za and register a profile if you dont already have one.
- Browse open positions in your province and select the role(s) you qualify for.
- Complete the online application with your ID and contact details.
- Submit before your local IEC office closes registration for that round apply early, as popular posts fill quickly.
With recruitment ongoing and no fixed deadline yet announced, applying early gives you the best chance of securing one of the 180+ posts on offer.