Please find below the rewritten job description for each internship opportunity, adhering strictly to the MANDATORY structure and rules provided.
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**Internship: IPPR Administration**
**Overview**
This is a student internship position within the City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department, specifically in the Integrated Policy Planning and Research (IPPR) Branch. The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies, fulfil experiential learning requirements, develop workplace skills, enhance employability, and support the City's service delivery objectives. This internship is for a period not exceeding 18 months. The remuneration for candidates who have completed their qualification (with a minimum of 360 credits) is R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits). The role is located within the Social Development Department.
**What you will do**
The primary function of this role is to provide essential administrative and logistical support to the Integrated Policy Planning and Research Unit (IPPR). This involves contributing to the smooth functioning of daily operations by assisting with document management, scheduling, data entry, and coordination of meetings and workshops. The intern will also gain exposure to Intergovernmental Relations (IGR), policy development, and research processes. Support will be provided to the team to ensure efficient workflow, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication, thereby gaining practical experience in a policy and research environment. Key learning areas include Secretariat Services, Administration, Reception/Telephonist and office support, and Financial Management.
**Requirements (from the original advert)**
* Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management / Economics / Social Sciences at NQF Level 6 or higher.
* Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.
* **Leading Competencies:** Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), verbal and written communication skills, organisational and time management abilities, analytical and problem-solving skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
* **Core Competencies:** Ability to work well within a team environment, adherence to confidentiality principles, professionalism, HR Values and COJ Values, Batho Pele principles.
**Who should apply**
This opportunity is open to qualifying youth in Johannesburg communities who are students or graduates, have never participated in an internship programme before (unless the previous internship was not relevant to their course of study), and reside in the City of Johannesburg. Candidates must meet the specified minimum educational qualifications and demonstrate the listed leading and core competencies.
**Deadline**
Thursday, 12 November 2026
**Reference**
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-vacancy-circular-0312026-social-development
Source: govpage
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**Internship: Food Value Chain**
**Overview**
This is a student internship position within the City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department, specifically in the Food Resilience Unit. The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies, fulfil experiential learning requirements, develop workplace skills, enhance employability, and support the City's service delivery objectives. This internship is for a period not exceeding 18 months. The remuneration for candidates who have completed their qualification (with a minimum of 360 credits) is R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits). The role is located at Traduna Building.
**What you will do**
The primary function of this role involves assisting with food value chains, which encompass various aspects of agricultural value-adding, food processing, quality, and food safety. The intern will assist farmers in transforming from primary agricultural practice to processed material, covering the entire journey from primary agriculture to the final value-added product. This includes assisting in the development of training, SABS (South African Bureau of Standards) standards, and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) certification compliance. Key performance areas include implementing activities to increase smallholder agricultural production and market linkage, identifying and establishing food/agricultural value chain opportunities within the City, executing food value chain implementation plans to assist farmers with market access, coordinating and collaborating with local partners, planning and supporting agricultural market days in the regions, stakeholder management with Farmers/agro-processors, and performing administrative work for the programs.
**Requirements (from the original advert)**
* Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus a Degree/Diploma in Agriculture studies/Development studies or equivalent.
* Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
* **Leading Competencies:** Marketing skills, conflict management skills, stakeholder mobilisation, research skills, project management skills, monitoring and evaluation.
* **Core Competencies:** Knowledge of food security, agricultural production and project management, knowledge of agricultural systems to support emerging farmers, knowledge of agricultural markets and market research skills.
**Who should apply**
This opportunity is open to qualifying youth in Johannesburg communities who are students or graduates, have never participated in an internship programme before (unless the previous internship was not relevant to their course of study), and reside in the City of Johannesburg. Candidates must meet the specified minimum educational qualifications and demonstrate the listed leading and core competencies.
**Deadline**
Thursday, 12 November 2026
**Reference**
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-vacancy-circular-0312026-social-development
Source: govpage
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**Internship: Assets & Insurance**
**Overview**
This is a student internship position within the City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department, specifically in the Finance Unit. The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies, fulfil experiential learning requirements, develop workplace skills, enhance employability, and support the City's service delivery objectives. This internship is for a period not exceeding 18 months. The remuneration for candidates who have completed their qualification (with a minimum of 360 credits) is R10,109.86 per month (basic salary, no benefits). The role is located within the Social Development Department.
**What you will do**
The primary function of this role is to provide comprehensive procurement of assets to various Regions, ensuring a transparent system for procuring goods and services in line with the Council’s procurement procedures. Key performance areas include ensuring asset registers and inventory lists are updated with all movements and disposal of assets, capitalising and bar-coding new assets on the SAP system, ensuring adherence to internal control policies and procedures, submitting asset registers to divisions/units for validation and reporting discrepancies to the Finance Department, executing quarterly spot checks for units to ensure proper asset management, ensuring all necessary insurance claims documents are recorded and submitted, ensuring goods and services are procured fairly, equitably, transparently, competitively, and cost-effectively, monitoring the implementation of corrective measures to address issues and ensure compliance with Operation Clean Audit, and adhering to the MFMA and sound financial reporting.
**Requirements (from the original advert)**
* National Diploma in Finance or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6.
* National Treasury Finance Certificate.
* Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
* **Leading Competencies:** Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint), excellent written and oral communication skills in English, ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders, attention to detail and high levels of accuracy, excellent planning, organising, coordinating and time management skills, data capturing and basic computer skills, analytical skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, accountability and ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
* **Core Competencies:** Knowledge of best accounting principles and practices, collaborative/teamwork, confidentiality, values and integrity, attention to detail, quality-focused, ability to make decisions independently, customer and service delivery management (Batho Pele) ethics, professionalism, impact and influence according to City’s protocols, legislation and standards.
**Who should apply**
This opportunity is open to qualifying youth in Johannesburg communities who are students or graduates, have never participated in an internship programme before (unless the previous internship was not relevant to their course of study), and reside in the City of Johannesburg. Candidates must meet the specified minimum educational qualifications and demonstrate the listed leading and core competencies.
**Deadline**
Thursday, 12 November 2026
**Reference**
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-vacancy-circular-0312026-social-development
Source: govpage
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**Intern: Substance Abuse**
**Overview**
This is a student internship position within the City of Johannesburg's Social Development Department, specifically in the Substance Abuse Unit. The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies, fulfil experiential learning requirements, develop workplace skills, enhance employability, and support the City's service delivery objectives. This internship is for a period not exceeding 18 months. The remuneration for students currently enrolled is R4,951.88 per month (basic salary, no benefits). The role is located within the Social Development Department.
**What you will do**
The primary function of this role is to provide ancillary services and perform tasks associated with frontline services, administrative support, community education, and the empowerment of individuals, families, groups, and communities. Key performance areas include providing frontline services such as collecting biographical information, scheduling appointments, and preparing related documents; offering administrative support services for systematic information management; participating in community education and empowerment by actively understanding community needs, assets, trends, and available support services for clients, including continued aftercare services; providing practical and logistical support for outreach and educational programs; participating in outreach services aimed at substance abuse prevention; and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
**Requirements (from the original advert)**
* Grade 12 / equivalent NQF level 4.
* Student Social Auxiliary Work Certificate, recognised by Health and Welfare SETA (HWSETA).
* Valid registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a student auxiliary worker.
* Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
* **Leading Competencies:** Basic computer literacy, data collection and capturing skills, basic counselling and communication skills, high level of confidentiality and organisational skills, basic report writing and record-keeping skills, time management, ability to work independently, under pressure, and to prioritise.
* **Core Competencies:** Basic knowledge of working with communities, knowledge of working with a multi-disciplinary team and/or stakeholders, collaborative/teamwork, values and integrity, attention to detail, and quality-focused.
**Who should apply**
This opportunity is open to qualifying youth in Johannesburg communities who are currently enrolled students, have never participated in an internship programme before (unless the previous internship was not relevant to their course of study), and reside in the City of Johannesburg. Candidates must meet the specified minimum educational qualifications and registration requirements and demonstrate the listed leading and core competencies.
**Deadline**
Thursday, 12 November 2026
**Reference**
Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/city-of-johannesburg-metro-vacancies-vacancy-circular-0312026-social-development
Source: govpage
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Job description
CITY OF JOHANNESBURG METRO
STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITIONS:
· SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies and fulfil experiential learning requirements. The programme aims to develop workplace skills, enhance employability, and support the City's service delivery objectives.
· 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), Social Development Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.
Department:Social Development
Branch: Integrated Policy Planning and Research (IPPR)
Designation: Internship: IPPR Administration
Remuneration:
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits Location:Social Development Department
Minimum Requirements:
· Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management / Economics / Social Sciences at NQF Level 6 or higher;
· Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered.
Primary Function:
To provide essential administrative and logistical support to the integrated Policy Planning and Research Unit) IPPR), contributing to the smooth functioning of its daily operations. Assist with document management, scheduling, data entry, and coordination of meetings and workshops, while also offering exposure to Intergovernmental Relations (IGR), policy development and research process. Support the team in ensuring efficient workflow, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication, thereby gaining practical experience in a policy and research environment.
Key Learning Areas:
· Secretariat Services;
· Administration.
· Reception / Telephonist and office support;
· Financial Management.
Leading Competencies:
· Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
· Verbal and written communication skills.
· Organisational and time management abilities.
· Analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Accuracy and attention to detail.
Core Competencies:
· Ability to work well within a team environment;
· Adhere to confidentiality principles;
· Professionalism
· HR Values and COJ Values;
· Batho Pele principles.
ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Johannes Mofokeng
Email Address:JohanMofo@joburg.org.za (The contact email address provided in this advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVs, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement)
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1uUqHE6jCSkiwq7POzESXJQ469tl
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: THURSDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 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.
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Social Development Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.
Department:Social Development
Branch: Food Resilience Unit
Designation: Internship: Food Value Chain
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
Location:Traduna Building
Minimum Requirements:
· Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus a Degree/Diploma in Agriculture studies/Development studies or equivalent;
· Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
Primary Function:
Food value chains cover many areas of agricultural value-adding, food processing, quality, and food safety. Assist farmers to transform from primary agricultural practice into processed material from primary agriculture to final value-added product. The official/s will assist in the development of training, SABS (South African Bureau of Standards) standards, and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) certification compliance.
Key Performance Areas:
· Implement activities that increase smallholder agricultural production and market linkage;
· Identify and establish food / agricultural value chain opportunities within the City;
· Execute food value chain implementation plans that assist farmers with market;
· Coordinate and collaborate with local partners;
· Plan and support agricultural market days in the regions;
· Stakeholder management with Farmers / agro-processors;
· Perform administrative work for the programs.
Leading Competencies:
· Marketing skills;
· Conflict management skills;
· Stakeholder mobilisation;
· Research skills;
· Project management skills;
· Monitoring and evaluation.
Core Competencies:
· Knowledge of food security, agricultural production and project management;
· Knowledge of agricultural systems to support emerging farmers;
· Knowledge of agricultural markets and market research skills.
ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Johannes Mofokeng
Email Address:JohanMofo@joburg.org.za (The contact email address provided in this advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVs, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement)
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1j-c1k82RSsODuFTq7JhJqg469tl
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: THURSDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 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
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Social Development Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.
Department:Social Development
Branch: Finance Unit
Designation: Internship: Assets & Insurance
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
Location:Social Development Department
Minimum Requirements:
· National Diploma in Finance or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6;
· National Treasury Finance Certificate;
· Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
Primary Function:
Provide a comprehensive procurement of assets to various Regions by ensuring that there is a transparent system of procuring goods & services in line with Council’s procurement procedures.
Key Performance Areas:
· Ensure that asset register and inventory list(s) with all movements and disposal of assets are updated.
· Ensure new assets are capitalised and bar coded on the SAP system.
· Ensure internal control policies and procedures are adhered to.
· Submit asset register(s) to the various divisions/ units to enable them to validate the asset register and report discrepancies to the Finance Department.
· Execute quarterly spot checks for units to ensure that assets are managed properly.
· Ensure all necessary insurance claims documents are recorded and submitted.
· Ensure that goods and/service are procured in accordance with a system that is fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective.
· Monitoring the implementation of corrective measures to address all issues raised and compliance with Operation Clean Audit.
· Adherence to the MFMA and sound financial reporting.
Leading Competencies:
· Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint);
· Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders;
· Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy and excellent planning, organising, coordinating and time management skills;
· Data Capturing and basic computer skills;
· Analytical skills;
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
· Accountability and ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
Core Competencies:
· Knowledge of best accounting principles and practices;
· Collaborative/Teamwork, Confidentiality, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused;
· Must be able to make decisions independently;
· Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism;
· Impact and influence according to City’s protocols, legislation and standards.
ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Johannes Mofokeng
Email Address:JohanMofo@joburg.org.za (The contact email address provided in this advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVs, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement)
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1Rvw2dHdiR2CP2YNoGw6rQA469tl
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: THURSDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 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.
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Social Development Department has the following Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.
Department:Social Development
Branch: Substance Abuse Unit
Designation: Intern: Substance Abuse
Remuneration:
(Enrolled as a student): R4 951,88 pm (Basic salary, no benefits)
Location:Social Development Department
Minimum Requirements:
· Grade 12 / equivalent NQF level 4;
· Student Social Auxiliary Work Certificate, recognised by Health and Welfare SETA (HWSETA);
· Valid registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a student auxiliary worker;
· Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.
Primary Function:
Provide ancillary services and perform tasks associated with frontline services, administrative support, community education, and empowerment of individuals, families, groups, and communities.
Key Performance Areas:
· Provide frontline services which consist of collecting biographical information, scheduling appointments, and preparing related documents;
· Administrative support services for systematic management of information;
· Community education and empowerment; taking active participation in understanding community needs, assets, trends, and available support services for clients and continued aftercare services to clients;
· Provide practical and logistical support in preparation for outreach and educational programs;
· Participate in outreach services aimed at substance abuse prevention;
· Stakeholder relationship maintenance.
Leading Competencies:
· Basic computer literacy;
· Data collection and capturing skills;
· Basic counselling and communication skills
· High level of confidentiality and organisational skills;
· Basic report writing and record-keeping skills;
· Time Management, working independently, under pressure, and ability to prioritise.
Core Competencies:
· Basic knowledge of working with communities;
· Knowledge of working with a multi-disciplinary team and/or stakeholders;
· Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused;
ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Mathapelo Nare
Email Address:MathapeloN@joburg.org.za (The contact email address provided in this advertisement is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVs, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application link provided in the advertisement)
Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by using the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1u-LfzVAoTvGIVNf0-CAOCg469tl
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: THURSDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 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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WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). · Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). · Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: BUSINESS PLANNING AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT (SENIOR SPECIALIST: STRATEGIC BUSINESS PLANNING) · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV).
· ENVIRONMENTAL AND INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES DEPARTMENT The City of Johannesburg Internship Programme provides students and graduates with practical workplace experience to complement their academic studies and fulfil experiential learning requirements.
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). · Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.
WE HAVE AN EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITY FOR: · Complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents (Certified Qualification/s/Certificates, ID, and CV). · Applicants should take note that they can be required to provide proof of original documents during the selection process.