Special Votes Data Capturers – IEC Temporary Election Jobs 2026
The Electoral Commission is recruiting Special Votes Data Capturers for temporary election-related work ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.
Successful candidates will be responsible for capturing data from special vote applications using a customised system application of the Electoral Commission.
These are short-term contracts, with positions available across several municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal.
Job Details
- Position: Special Votes Data Capturer
- Field: Electoral Matters / Elections
- Contract: Temporary / Election Contract
- Duration: 12 consecutive working days
- Work period: Between 1 October and 19 October 2026
- Weekends & public holidays: Excluded
- Daily rate: R380 per day where specified
- Closing date: 28 September 2026
Based on the advertised R380 daily rate, 12 working days would amount to R4,560 before any applicable deductions.
Available Positions
KZN271 – uMhlabuyalingana Local Municipality
- Reference: KZN271/2026/51090
- Location: uMhlabuyalingana, KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract: Temporary
- Duration: 12 consecutive working days between 1 and 19 October 2026
- Closing date: 28 September 2026
KZN272 – Jozini Local Municipality
- Reference: KZN272/2026/51092
- Location: Jozini, KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract: Temporary
- Daily rate: R380 per day
- Duration: 12 consecutive days
- Closing date: 28 September 2026
KZN275 – Inkosi uMtubatuba Local Municipality
- Reference: KZN275/2026/51091
- Location: Inkosi uMtubatuba, KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract: Temporary
- Daily rate: R380 per day
- Duration: 12 consecutive days
- Closing date: 28 September 2026
KZN276 – Big Five Hlabisa Local Municipality
- Reference: KZN276/2026/51093
- Location: Big Five Hlabisa, KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract: Temporary
- Daily rate: R380 per day
- Duration: 12 consecutive days
- Closing date: 28 September 2026
KZN254 – Dannhauser
- Reference: KZN254/2026/51123
- Location: Dannhauser, KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract: Election Contract
- Duration: 12 consecutive working days between 1 and 19 October 2026
- Closing date: 28 September 2026
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Job Purpose
The appointed Data Capturers will capture information from special vote applications onto a customised Electoral Commission system in preparation for the 2026 Local Government Elections.
The role requires accurate data capturing and careful handling of information to ensure that applications are recorded correctly.
Who Can Apply?
These vacancies are intended for applicants interested in temporary election-related work within the advertised KwaZulu-Natal municipalities.
Applicants should carefully check the official vacancy notice for the specific eligibility requirements and application instructions before applying.
Important Information
These are short-term election positions and are not permanent employment opportunities. The advertised work period is limited to 12 consecutive working days within the period specified by the Electoral Commission.
The closing date for the listed vacancies is Monday, 28 September 2026.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply through the official Electoral Commission (IEC) recruitment/application platform and select the relevant Special Votes Data Capturer vacancy for their municipality.
When applying, use the correct reference number for the municipality you are applying for.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date of 28 September 2026.