The Northern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements, and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA) invites unemployed graduates to apply for its Graduate Programme for the 2024/25 academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for graduates to gain hands-on experience in public service.
Closing Date: 29 November 2024
Location: Northern Cape, South Africa
Internship Duration: 24 months
Overview of Available Internships
COGHSTA is offering a variety of internship positions across different disciplines:
- Civil Engineering
- Positions: 2
- Qualification Requirement: Diploma, BTech, BSc, or BEng in Civil Engineering
- Reference No.: COGHSTA 1/2024
- Town and Regional Planning
- Positions: 1
- Qualification Requirement: Diploma, BTech, or BSc in Town and Regional Planning
- Reference No.: COGHSTA 2/2024
- Construction Management
- Positions: 5
- Qualification Requirement: Diploma, BTech, or BSc in a Building Environment field
- Reference No.: COGHSTA 3/2024
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Positions: 1
- Qualification Requirement: Diploma, BTech, or BSc in Project Management or Financial Management
- Reference No.: COGHSTA 4/2024
- Environmental Management
- Positions: 1
- Qualification Requirement: BSc in Environmental Management or Environmental Sciences
- Reference No.: COGHSTA 5/2024
- Anthropology
- Positions: 2
- Qualification Requirement: Honours or Master’s in Anthropology
- Reference No.: COGHSTA 6/2024
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the COGHSTA Internship Programme, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens residing in the Northern Cape Province.
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Hold the relevant qualifications for the positions they are applying for; applicants awaiting final qualifications should provide academic transcripts or confirmation letters.
- Possess strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and excellent communication skills.
- Have a valid South African driver’s license.
Benefits
Interns will receive a stipend of R7,450.75 per month for the duration of the programme. Successful candidates will be stationed at the Larry Moleko Louw Building in Kimberley and may work within the Chief Directorate of Human Settlements or the Directorate of Traditional Affairs.
How to Apply
Applicants need to complete an HRD 1 form (available from the department) and prepare a comprehensive CV. The application must include:
- Certified copies of qualifications.
- Academic transcripts.
- A copy of the applicant’s ID.
Submission Details:
- Applications can be hand-delivered or emailed to: Attention: Messrs. T.G. Juda or G.M. Duiker
Address: Larry Moleko Louw Building, 9 Cecil Sussman Road, Kimberley, 8300
Enquiries:
- Mr. T.G. Juda: 053 830 9542, email: tjuda@nccoghsta.gov.za
- Mr. G.M. Duiker: 053 830 9483, email: gduiker@nccoghsta.gov.za
Important Note
The closing date for applications is 29 November 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.