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Closing Date:

2026/06/11Reference Number:

NC062/2026/49204Job Title:

INTERNSHIP: ADMINISTRATION X 1Division:

Electoral MattersBusiness Unit:

AdministrationJob Type:

InternshipLocation:

Municipal OfficeProvince:

Northern CapeMunicipality:

NC062 – NAMA KHOI

The Intern will contribute towards the efficient co-ordination of Administration Management in the Regional Office. The Intern reports to the Regional Assistant Manager.
  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the Internship programme of the Electoral Commission, a state institution established in terms of Chapter 9 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. The Electoral Commission is committed to promoting equity, especially for people with disabilities; hence, they are encouraged to apply. The applicant must not have  worked in the field of their specific study or been an Intern before.

                                                                             INTERNSHIP: ADMINISTRATION

                                 Namakwa – DC6 (Northern Cape) (Springbok)

                       Twenty-Four Months (24) contract at R10,441.00 per month

If you are looking to kick-start your Administration career in a pre-eminent elections management body, this might be your role. We are currently looking for an intern to join our Regional Office team in the Namakwa Regional office in the Northern Cape.

Key performance areas: A 24-month internship programme designed to provide recently qualified graduates with a unique opportunity to gain valuable skills in a supportive environment while learning on the job and acquiring much-needed work experience.

Exposure and training will be provided in the following areas where assistance is required:

                                                   §  Capturing of creditor’s payments and record keeping.

§  Assist with procurement processes.

§  Contract and facilities management.

§  Pool vehicle administration.

§  Interaction with client’s / service providers.

§  Assist with asset inventory list maintenance.

§  Assist with basic Human Resource administration for the region.

§  Assist with other initiatives in the division.

Assist with the following general administrative duties

§  Minute taking, report writing, routine enquiries.

§  Maintaining the filing system in the Regional Office.

§  Compilation and distribution of documents / packages to stakeholders, including such tasks as required by the supervisor.

§  Maintaining incoming and outgoing correspondence in the Regional Office.

Basic requirements

§  Matric / Grade 12 / N3 / NTC Level 4 AND a recognised 3-year tertiary Bachelor’s Degree or three-year National Diploma from an accredited tertiary institution in one of these fields: Public Management / Administration / Project Management / Humanities / Political Science.

§  Have the ability to communicate effectively, in writing and verbally.

§  Be computer literate and familiar with the Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

§  Have the willingness to learn to work with new software and applications.

§  Have the willingness to travel locally within the borders of the country.

It is preferred for the candidate to have a valid driver’s license.

The ideal candidate must have the following attributes

§  Be a self-starter.

§  Be detail-oriented. 

§  Have the ability to work well independently and as part of a team under supervision.

§  Confident in engaging with other role-players.

§  Proactive.

§  Demonstrate dedication to the tasks and willingness to work long hours, including weekends, when needed.

§  Service driven.

§  Good communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Applications must be accompanied by a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of all qualification documents, and identity documents. Failure to attach the required documents will result in the application not being considered.

The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the Interview panel.

The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising it and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post. Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service     delivery.

NB! Applicants must be 35 years of age or below and must not have been an intern or worked in their field of study before to qualify for this programme. Applicants will be subjected to a risk assessment.
  Please note 

• Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
• All successful permanent candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
• Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• All applications must include:
  • updated comprehensive curriculum vitae;
  • a copy of all qualification documents;
  • a copy of identity document; and
  • a copy of driver’s license (if required).
• Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
• A probation period of twelve months will be applicable to permanent employees.
• The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
• The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.

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