MKHONDO LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT 

Mkhondo Municipality, which is a gateway to the Province of Mpumalanga from Kwa-Zulu Natal and Swaziland, seeks to appoint highly motivated self-starters and visionaries to the extremely challenging positions of: 

DEPARTMENT: CORPORATE SERVICES 

ICT INTERNS X1 

Twenty-four (24) Months fixed Term Contract 

Ref: CS/ICT/INTERN/01 

Applications are invited from dynamic people, who have recently obtained a relevant three-year tertiary qualification in Diploma or Degree in Information and Communication Technology/ Computer Sciences or related field. The project is an initiative of the National Treasury’s Financial Management and Budget Reform Programme and is geared towards capacitating young graduates for a career in Local Government Information and Communication Technology. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

·       Grade 12 

·       Diploma or Degree in Information and Communication Technology/ Computer Sciences or related field 

·       Computer Literacy 

·       Preference will be given to candidates residing within the Municipal boundaries 

·       Must have not participated in any internship programme in the past or similar programme 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

·       Good Communication Skills (Written and Verbal) 

·       Ability to work long hours and meet deadlines 

·       Good leadership skills 

·       Be computer literate 

·       Attention to detail 

·       Good interpersonal skills 

RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Assisting users with basic computer hardware and software problems by identifying and resolving common faults. 

·       Installing computers, monitors, keyboards, printers and other approved ICT equipment according to technical requirements. 

·       Connecting and configuring computers and peripherals to the municipal network under supervision. 

·       Checking network cables, switches, routers and related equipment for basic faults and reporting problems to the ICT Supervisor. 

·       Assisting users with experiencing internet, shared drive or network access problems and escalating complex issues. 

·       Monitoring and reporting network-related faults, outages and recurring connectivity problems to support timely resolution. 

Remuneration: Stipend: R 7000- R7500 Total to Company Cost. 

CLOSING DATE & TIME: FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2026 @ 12h00 

Enquiries: Human Resources (Recruitment and Selection Section) 

To apply: 

Please forward your application on the form “Application for Employment” that can be obtained from our offices or on the Municipal website, concise CV together with original certified copies (not older than three months) of all relevant qualifications, Identity Document and Valid Driver’s License with at least three contactable references to 

Hand delivery 

Senior Manager: Human Resources 

Civic Centre Corner Mark and De Wet Street 

Piet Retief 

2380 

or

Post

Senior Manager: Human Resources

Mkhondo Local Municipality

P.O. Box 23

Piet Retief

2380

Failing to sign the “Application for employment” form will constitute an automatic disqualification 

Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only 

No faxed or e-mailed applications will be accepted 

Vetting and screening may be done on successful candidates 

If you do not hear from us within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

The Municipal is committed to the implementation of its Employment Equity Plan, and in this vein, appropriately qualifying women and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Mkhondo Local Municipality Reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

MJ MKHONZA 

MUNICIPAL MANAGER

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT 

Mkhondo Municipality, which is a gateway to the Province of Mpumalanga from Kwa-Zulu Natal and Swaziland, seeks to appoint highly motivated self-starters and visionaries to the extremely challenging positions of: 

DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES 

FINANCE INTERNS X4 

Twenty-four (24) Months fixed Term Contract 

Ref: FS/FS/INTERN/01 

Applications are invited from dynamic people, who have recently obtained a relevant three-year tertiary qualification in Finance, to gain practical experience in Local Government Finance. The project is an initiative of the National Treasury’s Financial Management and Budget Reform Programme and is geared towards capacitating young graduates for a career in Local Government Finance. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

·       Grade 12 

·       Diploma or Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, Economics, Internal Auditing and Taxation or Relevant equivalent qualification 

·       Computer Literacy 

·       Preference will be given to candidates residing within the Municipal boundaries 

·       Must have not participated in any internship programme in the past or similar programme 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS 

·       Good Communication Skills (Written and Verbal) 

·       Ability to work long hours and meet deadlines 

·       Good leadership skills 

·       Be computer literate 

·       Attention to detail 

·       Good interpersonal skills 

RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Assisting with preparing schedules, registers and financial administration reports to support effective financial management. 

·       Assisting with capturing expenditure transactions on the financial system under supervision to ensure accurate recording of municipal expenditure. 

·       Assisting with maintaining payment registers and related documentation to support proper financial controls. 

·       Preparing cut-off list for all services for non-paying customers 

·       Performing data cleansing and verification for all customer accounts 

·       Maintaining a register of all late estate consumer accounts. 

·       Assisting with processing and recording revenue-related transactions to ensure that municipal income is accurately accounted for. 

·       Collecting data and assisting in processing estimated tariffs and budget related policies.

·       Assisting in compiling and processing of mid-year budget and performance review. 

Remuneration: Stipend: R 7000- R7500 Total to Company Cost. 

CLOSING DATE & TIME: FRIDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2026 @ 12h00 

Enquiries: Human Resources (Recruitment and Selection Section) 

To apply: 

Please forward your application on the form “Application for Employment” that can be obtained from our offices or on the Municipal website, concise CV together with original certified copies (not older than three months) of all relevant qualifications, Identity Document and Valid Driver’s License with at least three contactable references to 

Hand delivery 

Senior Manager: Human Resources 

Civic Centre Corner Mark and De Wet Street 

Piet Retief 

2380

or 

Post

Senior Manager: Human Resources

Mkhondo Local Municipality

P.O. Box 23

Piet Retief

2380

Failing to sign the “Application for employment” form will constitute an automatic disqualification 

Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only 

No faxed or e-mailed applications will be accepted 

Vetting and screening may be done on successful candidates 

If you do not hear from us within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

The Municipal is committed to the implementation of its Employment Equity Plan, and in this vein, appropriately qualifying women and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Mkhondo Local Municipality Reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

MJ MKHONZA 

MUNICIPAL MANAGER