Hessequa Municipality is offering an opportunity for two unemployed graduates to join its Financial Management Internship Programme in Riversdale, Western Cape. This structured two-year programme is designed to provide hands-on experience in key areas such as accounting, financial management, internal auditing, and risk management.
Location: Riversdale, Western Cape
Closing Date: 16 May 2025
Duration: 24 months (fixed-term)
Stipend: R120,000 per annum (gross)
Number of Posts: 2
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in one of the following fields:
- Accounting
- Financial Management
- Internal Auditing
- Risk Management
- Accounting
- Computer literacy is essential
- Be fluent in at least two official languages of the Western Cape (Afrikaans, English, isiXhosa)
- A Code B driver’s license will be an added advantage
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is open to all unemployed South African graduates, but preference will be given to applicants residing within the Hessequa Municipal Area, which includes:
- Witsand
- Slangrivier
- Heidelberg
- Riversdale
- Still Bay
- Albertinia
- Gouritsmond
Persons with disabilities and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You’ll Gain
If selected, you will receive:
- Two years of structured training aligned to municipal finance legislation
- Mentorship and workplace learning in real municipal environments
- Exposure to risk management, auditing procedures, budget planning, and financial reporting
- Enhanced skills that make you employable in the public and private sectors
How to Apply
- Register on Collaborator Online portal via the link below:
- Select the internship you want to apply for
- Submit your application
For more details, you may contact:
Ms. Jonecia Jansen at 028 713 7965
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