Vacancies & Calls

Johannesburg and Northern Cape, South Africa

Democracy Works Foundation (DWF) opened its doors in 2014 in South Africa in response to the weakening of public institutions, corruption and declining citizen participation. It is an organisation committed to promoting and building democracy in Southern Africa and supporting inclusive development and regional cooperation. DWF believes in developing homegrown and innovative solutions that support public officials and states to be more open, transparent, responsive and accountable. We also work to build the capacity of citizens and provide tools enabling them to better impact their democracies, meet their obligations and claim their rights. DWF works on the supply and demand side of democracy.

The DWF team is looking for exceptional go-getters for the Climate and Environmental Governance Programme (CEGP) positions in the Johannesburg office. The successful candidate/s will be expected to start as soon as possible, or after 01 February 2026.

To learn more about these exciting opportunities, please click on the relevant link below:

  1. Programme Manager

2. Project Coordinator

3. Project Officers/ Local Climate Champions (x3)*

*These are part time positions, based in the Khâi -Ma, Nama Khoi, Karoo Hoogland local municipalities, Northern Cape.

If you meet the criteria as specified in the job description, please send a motivation letter, your resume/curriculum vitae, and at least three contactable references (email addresses and phone numbers) to recruitment@democracyworksfoundation.org, clearly indicating in the subject line of your email the position you are applying for. Submissions must reach us before 16h00 on 27 January 2026, to be considered.

Only those shortlisted will be notified for interviews. DWF will hold interviews in person; or virtually using MS Teams, applicants must ensure they are familiar with this platform and have a stable internet connection.

If you have not heard from us within two (2) weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.