Internship – Executive Director’s Officer

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STUDENT INTERNSHIP POSITIONS:
Human Settlements

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 prerequisite
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.

STUDENT INTERNSHIP CIRCULAR 008/2026 City of Johannesburg

The City of Johannesburg (CoJ), Human Settlements Department has the following
Internship opportunity available for a period NOT exceeding eighteen 18 months.
Department: Human Settlements
Branch: Executive Director’s Officer
Designation: Internship
Remuneration:
(Qualification completed with min 360 credits): R10 109,86 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
(Enrolled as a Student): R 4 951,88 pm (Basic Salary, no benefits)
Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein

Minimum Requirements:

• A Matric/Grade 12 Certificate;
• Degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Journalism, Media, Public
  Administration or Public Management NQF level 6/7);
• No experience;
• Only City of Joburg residents will be considered.

Primary Function:
Perform developmental-level professional administrative work, research, and analysis
in support of the Business Management Directorate at the Department of Human
Settlements. Participate in the Directorate’s day-to-day operations that include general
office administration, monitoring and evaluation, risk management and regulatory
compliance, HR, and involvement in administrative tasks related to long, medium and
short-range strategic planning. This further includes contributions to the development
of the Business Plan, Quarterly Report, and strategic planning concept notes.

Key Learning Areas:

• Render developmental-level professional administrative and support services in the
  Business Management Directorate;
• Support the planning and implementation of Human Settlements programs in the Region;
• Assist in performing administrative duties such as data entry, filing and mailings;
• Assist with event planning, setup, and execution, including logistics, marketing, and
  operations;
• Assist with marketing and promotional efforts, including social media flyers, and other
  materials;
• Providing excellent customer service, responding to queries and resolving issues

Leading Competencies:

• Ability to work independently after receiving initial guidance;
• Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner;
• Planning, organisational and prioritising skills;
• Detail-oriented and a team player;
• Analytical and research skills;
• Flexibility and adaptability;
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office Suite and ability to analyse data using MS
  Excel;
• Excellent communication (verbal and written);
• Interpersonal abilities, self-confidence;
• Creativity and numeracy skills.

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge about the public service sector;
• Knowledge of Council’s standard processes and procedures relating to providing
  administrative support;
• General knowledge of municipal governments and city regulations/codes;
• Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail and quality focused.
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism.

ENQUIRIES ONLY:
Contact Person: Nonzukiso Mkhaya
Tel No: 011 061 3141

Please take note that only online applications will be considered. Please apply by
using the link below:
https://share.hsforms.com/1RbcWG2tlS4myNbpq7wyu0A469tl

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

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, 08 MAY 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.

We wish you all the best with your applications