The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) invites applications from unemployed South African graduates for the Municipal Environmental Graduate Programme 2025, part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). This 12-month internship aims to provide work experience and capacity support in environmental management within local municipalities across all nine provinces.
Internship Closing Date: 23 June 2025
Internship Location: Nationwide (420 posts across all provinces)
Monthly Stipend: R9,200
Contract Duration: 12 months
Programme Type: Internship (EPWP)
Internship Overview
This programme offers young graduates a unique opportunity to work directly within municipalities, assisting with environmental planning, policy integration, and sustainability efforts. Interns will support capacity-building, planning forums, awareness campaigns, and implementation of departmental programmes.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
- Hold a National Diploma in Environmental Management / Environmental Sciences or a related field.
- Have knowledge of environmental legislation and local government processes.
- Possess strong skills in:
- Communication (verbal & written)
- Computer literacy
- Stakeholder coordination and facilitation
- Environmental planning
- A valid driver’s licence is an advantage.
Key Duties
- Provide environmental technical support to municipalities.
- Assist in the integration of environmental priorities into local development plans (e.g., IDPs, DDM).
- Participate in forums and structures supporting environmental governance.
- Facilitate environmental awareness and education campaigns.
- Monitor and evaluate the implementation of sector programmes and municipal environmental performance.
📍 Positions by Province and Reference Numbers
| Province | Ref. Number | Email for Application |
|---|---|---|
| Limpopo | MEGP_01_L | MEGP_01_Limpopo@dffe.gov.za |
| KwaZulu-Natal | MEGP_02_KZN | MEGP_02_KwaZuluNatal@dffe.gov.za |
| Mpumalanga | MEGP_03_MPU | MEGP_03_Mpumalanga@dffe.gov.za |
| Eastern Cape | MEGP_04_EC | MEGP_04_EasternCape@dffe.gov.za |
| Western Cape | MEGP_05_WC | MEGP_05_WesternCape@dffe.gov.za |
| Northern Cape | MEGP_06_NC | MEGP_06_NothernCape@dffe.gov.za |
| Free State | MEGP_07_FS | MEGP_07_FreeState@dffe.gov.za |
| North West | MEGP_08_NW | MEGP_08_NorthWest@dffe.gov.za |
| Gauteng | MEGP_09_GP | MEGP_09_Gauteng@dffe.gov.za |
How to Apply
Applicants must submit:
- Signed application letter, clearly indicating:
- Reference number
- Province
- Municipality you’re applying to
- Recent detailed CV
- Certified copies of:
- ID
- Matric certificate
- Qualifications
- Academic transcript
- SAQA verification (for foreign qualifications)
Applications may be submitted via email (addresses above), hand-delivered, or posted to:
The Director-General
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001
OR hand-delivered to:
Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6,
Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria
(Box marked “Local Government Support”)
Contact Details for Enquiries
- +27 86 111 2468
- V. Baloyi – Ext 9940
- E. Kodisang – Ext 9939
- S. Dumalisile – Ext 9938
- L. Dombo – Ext 9937
Important Notes:
- Indicate the reference number, province, and local municipality in your application.
- Separate applications must be submitted for each province/municipality if applying for more than one.
- If you don’t hear back within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful.
- This is an EPWP opportunity; no other benefits apply. Accommodation and travel costs are not covered.