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CITY OF JOHANNESBURG METRO

 

 

 

STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITION:  COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

 

An internship programme is an intervention by the City of Johannesburg to address the growing demand by a tertiary institution for students to undergo on-the-job exposure, as a pre-requisite to acquire an academic qualification or as a requirement after the acquisition of academic qualification to obtain experiential training. The City is committed to providing work-based training for students. 

·       This internship opportunity is applicable to youth in the Johannesburg communities, who qualify for this internship and have never participated in an internship programme before, except in circumstances where the internship programme was not relevant to the candidate’s course of study 

·       This Vacancy is open to all qualifying STUDENTS in the Johannesburg Community for a period not exceeding 18 months 

·       Interested applicants are invited to apply for the positions listed in the circular. 

·       Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant documents (Certified Qualification/s, ID, and CV). 

·       Applicants are advised to use Google Chrome when applying for CoJ positions. 

·       The City of Johannesburg reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

·       The City of Johannesburg is an equal opportunity employer. 

 

 

 WHERE TO APPLY 

https://www.joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/Work%20in%20Joburg/Vacancies/2021%20Internships/2021- Internships.aspx  

 

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. In terms of the Talent Acquisition Policy of the City of Johannesburg, you hereby consent to the following risk checks should your application be shortlisted: Credit Record, CV validation and Employment record verification, Criminal check, and Identity validation.

 

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Community Development Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.

 

Department: Community Development 

Branch: Business Management Support Directorate 

Designation: Internship: Governance, Risk Management & Compliance 

Remuneration: R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits) 

Location: Temporary: JD House 7th Floor, 27 Stiemens Street, Braamfontein 

 

Minimum Requirements: 

·       Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in one of the following fields: Internal Audit / Auditing; Risk Management; Accounting / Financial Accounting; Financial Management; Public Administration / Public Management with a demonstrated focus on governance, audit, or risk-related subjects. 

·       Applicants must submit an academic transcript reflecting completed courses. Only candidates whose academic records demonstrate exposure to governance, risk management, audit, or compliance-related subjects will be considered. 

·       No previous experience required. 

·       Prior learning through academic projects or case studies. 

·       Additional Note: This internship programme is intended for recent graduates seeking practical workplace experience in governance, risk management, and compliance functions. 

·       Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered. 

 

Primary Function: 

To provide administrative and analytical support to the Business Management Support Directorate in the areas of governance, risk management, compliance monitoring, audit coordination, and performance reporting. The internship aims to expose the incumbent to municipal governance frameworks, risk management systems, audit processes, and compliance reporting requirements, while strengthening analytical, coordination, and documentation skills in a governance and compliance environment. The role contributes to maintaining accurate governance records, audit-ready documentation, and effective compliance monitoring, in line with Batho Pele Principles and the City’s accountability standards. 

 

Key Learning Areas: 

·       Assist the Directorate with coordination of governance, risk and compliance documentation, 

·       Assist with the collation and verification of performance evidence, 

·       Provide general office and meeting support, 

·       Contribute to governance, risk and compliance communication and awareness activities, 

·       Support audit preparation and information management. 

 

Leading Competencies: 

·       Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 

·       Basic ability to capture, organise, and track information using Excel or similar tools. 

·       Verbal and written communication skills. 

·       Organisational and time management abilities. 

·       Basic analytical and problem-solving skills. 

·       Accuracy and attention to detail. 

·       Confidentiality and professionalism. 

·       Teamwork and adaptability. 

 

Core Competencies: 

·       Basic understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance concepts within a municipal or public sector environment. 

·       Awareness of Batho Pele Principles and ethical conduct in public service. 

·       Basic understanding of records management and structured filing systems. 

·       Familiarity with performance monitoring concepts (e.g., SDBIP) will be advantageous. 

·       Basic knowledge of MS Office tools and data handling. 

 

ENQUIRIES ONLY: 

Contact Person: Lehlohonolo Mohapi 

Tel No: (011) 407 6553 

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below: 

https://share.hsforms.com/163uO7nUMTviA7OpycYsDKw469tl

APPLY ONLINE VIA WEBSITE: www.joburg.org.za

TIPS FOR CANDIDATES - https://joburg.org.za/work_/Pages/2026-Vacancies/Tips-For-Job-Applicants.aspx

 

CLOSING DATE: MONDAY, 29 JUNE 2026

 

Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment/response is received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. By submitting your application for a position at the City of Johannesburg, you are consenting that the personal information submitted as part of your application may be used for the purposes of the Recruitment and Selection and related process. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

 

 

 

 

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