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The Unemployed Graduate Database

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Overview

The Unemployed Graduate Database (UGD) administered by the Directorate of Public Service Management provides a platform for unemployed graduates without work experience to secure pensionable employment in the economy. Potential employers absorb graduates from the UGD for their existing vacancies.

Who is eligible?

Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree holders. Citizens only.

How do I get this service?

Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree holders can register online through the Directorate of Public Service Management website

Visit www.dpsm.gov.bw
Click graduate registration, then new profile
Click enter your personal information and fill in the personal details
Click enter your educational information and fill in the educational details
Enter security code and click submit
You will receive an acknowledgement email that your registration is complete.

What supporting documents are required?

None.

How long will this service take?

Registration is completed immediately. Placement is determined by the availability of matching vacancies.

Where can I obtain this service?

This service may be obtained from the Unemployed Graduate Database Office at the Directorate of Public Service Management (www.dpsm.gov.bw).

Or call:

3622682	3622882
3622701	3622751
3622735	3622841
3622787

Email: dpsm_pro [at] gov.bw

Hours of Operation: 07:30 – 16:30, Monday to Friday, except on Public Holidays.

(Thursdays and Fridays are reserved for walk in inquiries).

How much does it cost?

No Cost.

Meta tags

registration

unemployed graduate database

Keywords

registration

unemployed graduate database

Synonyms

ugd

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Presidential Affairs, Governance and public Administration

Where can I get more information on this Service

Directorate of Public Service Management

Attorney General’s Chambers

Government Enclave

Gaborone

Botswana

Tel. (+267) 3622600

Fax. (+267) 3971803

Email: dpsm_pro [at] gov.bw

Hours of Operation: 07:30 – 16:30, Monday to Friday, except on Public Holidays.

Recruitment - Recruit Private

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Overview

The Recruit Privates Basic Military Training cycle is six (6) months
Recruitment is done annually

Who is eligible?

Botswana citizens

Aged between 18 and 24 years. On exceptional cases, age may be waived to recruit someone who is already holding a profession e.g. Medical Doctor

Qualifications

Potential Candidates should possess BGCSE or Equivalent with a minimum of 24 Points. Any other qualification to a maximum of Diploma or its Equivalent is an added advantage

Requirements

Candidate should possess a valid National Identity Card (Omang) or show valid proof of registration
Candidates should be physically and mentally fit in accordance with the BDF Recruitment Medical Standards
Minimum height of 165 cm for Males and 160 cm for Females
Minimum body weight of 55 Kg for Males and 45 Kg for Females
All candidates undergo the selection process, which include both physical fitness assessment and comprehensive medical examination
Female candidates must not be pregnant

How do I get this service?

Vacancies are advertised or published in newspapers

What supporting documents are required?

Certified proof of qualification
Valid National Identity Card (Omang)

How long will this service take?

The selection process takes 5 to 6 weeks

Where can I obtain this service?

Sir Seretse Khama Barracks, BDF HQ, Mogoditshane

How much does it cost?

Free

Keywords

BDF, recruitment, camps, soldier

Ministry submitting this Service

Botswana Defence Force

Where can I get more information on this Service

The Directorate of Protocol and Public Affairs

Botswana Defence Force

Sir Seretse Khama Barracks

Private Bag X06

Gaborone

Botswana

Tel. (+267) 3662802/3662157/3662089

Recruitment - Officer Cadet

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Overview

The Officer Cadets Basic Military training cycle is 12 months
Recruitment is done yearly

Who is eligible?

Botswana citizens
Aged between 18 and 24 years. On exceptional cases, age may be waived to recruit someone who is already holding a profession e.g. Medical Doctor

Qualifications

Minimum qualification for Officer Cadets is a Degree

Requirements

Candidate should possess a valid National Identity Card (Omang) or show valid proof of registration
Candidates should be physically and mentally fit in accordance with the BDF Recruitment Medical Standards
Minimum height of 165 cm for Males and 160 cm for Females
Minimum body weight of 55 Kg for Males and 45 Kg for Females
All candidates undergo the selection process, which include both physical fitness assessment and comprehensive medical examination
Female candidates must not be pregnant.

How do I get this service?

Vacancies are advertised or published in local newspapers

What supporting documents are required?

Certified proof of qualification
Valid National Identity Card (Omang)

How long will this service take?

Selection process takes 5 to 6 weeks

Where can I obtain this service?

Sir Seretse Khama Barracks, BDF HQ, Mogoditshane

How much does it cost?

Free

Keywords

employment, BDF, military, soldier, officer, commander, camps

Ministry submitting this Service

Botswana Defence Force

Where can I get more information on this Service

The Directorate of Protocol and Public Affairs

Botswana Defence Force

Sir Seretse Khama Barracks

Private Bag X06

Gaborone

Botswana

Tel. (+267) 3662802/3662157/3662089

Botswana National Service Programme (Tirelo Sechaba)

Read more about Botswana National Service Programme (Tirelo Sechaba)

Overview

The National Service Programme (Tirelo Sechaba) is responsible for creation of opportunities for unemployed young people to be able to gain skills and experience across various industries and business sectors. These opportunities not only benefit the youth but also contribute to the economic development of their communities. Selected applicants will be placed as volunteers in different Government Departments, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO’s), public and parastatal sector institutions for a maximum period of ten (10) years.

Process:

Graduates express intention to enrol through an Application Form
Government departments, Parastatals, NGOs and Community Based Organisations (CBOs) express intention to enrol graduates through a Request Form
Graduate participants can transfer once after three (3) months by filling a Transfer Form
Graduate participants are eligible for monthly allowance by submitting a Confirmation Form
Graduate participants can choose to exit the programme before end of two years for various reasons by filling an Exit Form
Graduate participants can opt for reinstatement by filling a Reinstatement Form
Graduate participants' performance is monitored through a Workplan Form

Who is eligible?

Unemployed and out of school citizens
Age ranging between 20-30 years without tertiary education qualifications

How do I get this service?

Download, complete and submit the National Service Program Application Form to the nearest MYGA District Office with supporting documents.
The applicant will be contacted by Mail.

What supporting documents are required?

A certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang)
A certified copy of academic qualifications
Curriculum Vitae
References (Professional or Academic)

How long will this service take?

Thirty (30) working days depending on availability.

Where can I obtain this service?

MYGA Headquarters and District offices countrywide.

How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana (mandatory), Botswana Youth program, Unemployed Youth, National Youth Program.

Keywords

Botswana National Service Program (Tirelo Sechaba), Youth Service Program, Tirelo Sechaba, National Service.

Synonyms

Youth Service Program, Tirelo Sechaba, National Service, Community Service

Ministry submitting this Service

Ministry of Youth, Gender, Sport and Culture.

Where can I get more information on this Service

Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs Headquarters or District Offices country wide

National Internship Program

Read more about National Internship Program

Overview

The program offers unemployed citizen graduates a chance to develop work skills and experience that will support them in the transition from school-life/academia to the working environment through attachments in various organisations in Botswana. Placement is done for a maximum period of two (2) years by the Department of National Service and Internship which matches the applicant’s credentials to available job profiles requested by host organisations. Selection is done on a first come basis by considering the available vacancy, qualification and place of service.

Who is eligible?

College or university graduate citizens under the age of thirty five(35)

How do I get this service?

Complete and submit the National Service and Internship Application Form with supporting documents at any National Internship Office or Ministry of Youth, Sport and Culture (MYSC) District Offices
Receive acknowledgement letter with a reference number for future enquiries
The applicant will receive a telephone call once placement is secured by the Department of National Service and Internship
Graduates express intention to enroll through an Application Form
Government departments, Parastatals, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO)s and CBOs express intention to enroll graduates through a Request Form
Graduate participants can transfer once after three (3) months by filling a Transfer Form
Graduate participants are eligible for monthly allowance by submitting a Confirmation Form
Graduate participants can choose to exit the programme before end of two years for various reasons by filling an Exit Form.
Graduate participants can opt for reinstatement by filling a Reinstatement Form
Graduate participants' performance is monitored through a Workplan Form