National Consumer Tribunal (NCT) Job Shadowing Programme Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The National Consumer Tribunal (NCT), established in 2006 under the National Credit Act, is an independent national Tribunal responsible for adjudicating unsecured credit and consumer disputes across South Africa. The NCT invites young South Africans to participate in its Job Shadowing Programme, offered during vacation periods.

This 10-day programme, based in Centurion, is designed to give participants practical insights into various professional fields within the NCT. You will be paired with a mentor or manager, gaining experiential learning and developing essential skills for the workplace, while contributing to the nation's consumer landscape.

The NCT aims to select 15 students who have studied or show an interest in fields such as Law, Finance, Human Resources, Occupational Health and Facilities, Information & Communication Technology (ICT), Public Relations/Communications, Records Management, or Governance. Participants will receive a daily stipend.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a youth.
• Hold a tertiary qualification OR have attained at least a matric qualification.
• Have studied or have an interest in one of the following fields:
• Law
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Occupational Health and Facilities
• Information & Communication Technology (ICT)
• Public Relations/Communications
• Records Management
• Governance
• Be able to travel to the NCT offices in Centurion for the full duration of the job shadowing experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Shadow professionals to gain hands-on experience within your chosen field.
• Observe and learn about real business operations, including legal adjudication processes.
• Engage with a mentor or manager to acquire experiential learning on practical aspects of the work environment.
• Develop a range of soft and hard skills relevant to professional work.
• Gain insights into consumer rights and their empowerment in South Africa.

How to Apply

To apply for the National Consumer Tribunal's Job Shadowing Programme, please follow these steps:

• Email your application to: recruitment@thenct.org.za
• Subject Line: Clearly indicate the specific career stream for which you are applying (e.g., "Job Shadowing Application - Law" or "Job Shadowing Application - ICT").
• Attach the following documents:
• Your detailed CV.
• Your most recent academic record and qualification certificate (if you hold a tertiary qualification).
• Your matric certificate (if you are applying with a minimum of a matric qualification).

Closing Date: 07 September 2026