Municipal Financial Internship Opportunities (3 Positions)
Matzikama Local Municipality | Vredendal, Western Cape
Reference: V13/2025 | Closing Date: 5 September 2025
Service Area: West Coast region including 16 towns – Vredendal, Vanrhynsdorp, Klawer, Lutzville, Koekenaap, Doringbaai, Strandfontein, Ebenhaeser, Papendorp, Bitterfontein, Nuwerus, Kliprand, Stofkraal, Molsvlei, Putsekloof and Rietpoort
Program Overview:
Join our 2-year structured Municipal Financial Management Internship Program designed to provide comprehensive professional training and practical experience in municipal finance operations. Successful candidates will gain hands-on exposure across essential financial departments while developing critical skills for public sector financial management.
Key Learning Areas:
- Revenue management systems and processes
- Budget preparation and expenditure control
- Financial compliance and auditing procedures
- Asset management and inventory control
- Supply chain management operations
- Municipal financial reporting standards
Position Benefits:
Monthly Stipend: R8,334.00
Contract Duration: 24 Months Fixed-Term
Essential Requirements:
- Valid National Diploma/Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, or equivalent qualification
- South African citizenship
- Clear criminal record (SAPS certificate required)
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Proficiency in municipal financial software (training provided)
Application Requirements:
- Completed municipal application form
- Certified copies of qualifications and ID document
- Updated curriculum vitae
- Consent form for background checks
- Recent SAPS clearance certificate (or proof of application)
Submission Instructions:
Hand deliver or mail applications to:
Ms Cathy le Fleur
Human Resources Department
Matzikama Municipality
P.O. Box 45
Vredendal, 8160
Enquiries: Ms Nadine Fortuin
Tel: 027 201 3300
Online Applications: https://www.matzikamamunicipality.co.za/#/vacancies
Employment Conditions:
- Preference given to candidates supporting employment equity targets
- Successful candidates subject to verification checks
- No canvassing permitted – automatic disqualification for lobbying attempts
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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