Interns : Supply Chain Management Internship Programme

University of Fort Hare: Supply Chain Management Internship Programme

Location: Eastern Cape (Alice/Main Campus, East London, Bisho)
Contract Type: Internship
Education Requirement: National Certificate/Diploma/Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field (NQF 6/7)

About the Opportunity

Join a historic academic institution that has shaped Africa’s leaders across academia, politics, and business. This internship offers practical exposure to core supply chain operations in a university environment with three Eastern Cape campuses.

What We Require

Essential Qualifications:

• Recent graduate with relevant qualification (no work experience required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Key Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail & ability to work under pressure
• Professional discretion & confidentiality
• Effective negotiation & interpersonal skills

Preferred Additional Skills

• Prior exposure to procurement/SCM environments
• Familiarity with ERP systems

Internship Responsibilities

Procurement Support:

• Assist with procurement planning & demand forecasting
• Help prepare tender documents & bid evaluations
• Maintain procurement records & compliance monitoring

Contract Administration:

• Support contract drafting & review processes
• Maintain contract registers & renewal tracking

Travel Coordination:

• Process staff travel requisitions
• Reconcile travel documentation

General Operations:

• File management & documentation control
• Participation in audits & team meetings

Application Process

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the University’s official Placement Partner portal. No application fees required.

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