The Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) has officially opened applications for the YES (Youth Employment Service) Programme 2026/2027, offering 12 months of paid workplace experience to unemployed graduates across South Africa.
This is one of the most structured government-linked YES programmes currently open, targeting graduates at NQF Levels 6, 7, and 8 in multiple career fields.
If you are struggling to gain experience after qualifying, this programme is designed to bridge the gap between education and employment.
PSIRA YES Programme 2026/2027 – Quick Overview
Programme Name: PSIRA YES Programme 2026/2027
Duration: 12 Months
Monthly Stipend
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NQF 6: R5 000
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NQF 7: R6 000
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NQF 8: R7 000
Available Provinces
Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Western Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal
Career Fields
Administration, Finance, IT, HR, Supply Chain, Research, Security, OHS, Legal, Communications, Call Centre, Records Management, Law Enforcement & more
PSIRA YES Programme Fields & Locations (2026/2027)
1. Registration YES Programme (Multiple Provinces)
Locations:
- Port Elizabeth
- Mthatha
- Bellville
- Polokwane
- Nelspruit
- Bloemfontein
- Durban
Qualification Required:
National Diploma or Degree in:
- Business Administration
- Business Management
- Public Management / Public Administration
- Office Management & Technology
Best For: Government administration, clerical roles, compliance, municipal careers.
2. Security & Information YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
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National Diploma or Degree in Security Management or equivalent
Best For: Security regulation, compliance, risk management careers.
3. Research & Development YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
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Bachelor’s Degree or Honours in Social Science or related field
Best For: Policy research, monitoring & evaluation, analytics roles.
4. Records Management YES Programme
Location: Gauteng
Qualification:
- BCom Information Management
- BA Information Science
- Archival Science
- Records Management Degree
Best For: Information governance, document control, archives careers.
5. Finance YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
- Accounting
- Cost Accounting
- Management Accounting
Best For: Finance clerks, junior accountants, public-sector finance roles.
6. Business Information Technology YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
- IT
- Information Systems
- Computer Science
Best For: Government IT support, systems administration, digital services.
7. Supply Chain Management YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics or equivalent
Best For: Procurement, logistics, compliance supply roles.
8. Communications YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
- Media Studies
- Marketing
- Communications
Best For: Government communications, stakeholder engagement, content creation.
9. Occupational Health & Safety YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
- Safety Management
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Environmental Science
Best For: OHS officers, compliance inspections, safety administration.
10. YES Programme Call Centre
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
- Office Administration
- Customer Service qualification
Best For: Client service, public enquiries, contact centre roles.
11. Human Resource Management YES Programme
Location: Gauteng (Centurion)
Qualification:
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Human Resource Management
Best For: HR administration, recruitment support, labour relations exposure.
12. YES Programme Training
Location: Gauteng
Qualification:
- Business Management
- Education
- Training
- Administration
Best For: Skills development, training coordination, facilitation roles.
13. Special Operations YES Programme
Location: Gauteng
Qualification:
- Policing
- Criminal Justice
- Forensic Investigations
Best For: Law enforcement support, investigations administration.
14. Law Enforcement Administration YES Programme
Location: Gauteng
Qualification:
- Business Administration
- Public Management
- Office Management
Best For: Compliance administration, inspections coordination.
15. Legal Administration YES Programme
Location: Gauteng
Qualification:
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LLB Degree or equivalent
Best For: Legal administration, regulatory law exposure, compliance support.
How to apply
Apply here online for PSIRA YES Programme 2026/2027
Closing Date: 16 January 2026