Social Development Internship Programme 2026/2027 – City of Johannesburg

Branch: Integrated Policy Planning and Research (IPPR)

Designation: Internship: IPPR Administration

Remuneration: R10,109.86 per month (Basic Salary, no benefits) – Qualification completed with min 360 credits

Location: Social Development Department, Johannesburg, South Africa

Closing Date: 12/11/2026

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) plus a National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management / Economics / Social Sciences at NQF Level 6 or higher
• Only City of Johannesburg residents will be considered

Primary Function:
To provide essential administrative and logistical support to the Integrated Policy Planning and Research Unit (IPPR), contributing to the smooth functioning of its daily operations. Assist with document management, scheduling, data entry, and coordination of meetings and workshops, while also offering exposure to Intergovernmental Relations (IGR), policy development and research process. Support the team in ensuring efficient workflow, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication, thereby gaining practical experience in a policy and research environment.

Key Learning Areas:

• Secretariat Services
• Administration
• Reception / Telephonist and office support
• Financial Management

Leading Competencies:

• Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Organisational and time management abilities
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail

Core Competencies:

• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Adhere to confidentiality principles
• Professionalism
• HR Values and COJ Values
• Batho Pele principles

How to Apply

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Branch: Food Resilience Unit

Designation: Internship: Food Value Chain

Remuneration: R10,109.86 per month (Basic Salary, no benefits) – Qualification completed with min 360 credits

Location: Traduna Building, Johannesburg, South Africa

Closing Date: 12/11/2026

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12/NQF level 4 plus a Degree/Diploma in Agriculture studies/Development studies or equivalent
• Only City of Joburg residents will be considered

Primary Function:
Food value chains cover many areas of agricultural value-adding, food processing, quality, and food safety. Assist farmers to transform from primary agricultural practice into processed material from primary agriculture to final value-added product. The official/s will assist in the development of training, SABS (South African Bureau of Standards) standards, and HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) certification compliance.

Key Performance Areas:

• Implement activities that increase smallholder agricultural production and market linkage
• Identify and establish food / agricultural value chain opportunities within the City
• Execute food value chain implementation plans that assist farmers with market
• Coordinate and collaborate with local partners
• Plan and support agricultural market days in the regions
• Stakeholder management with Farmers / agro-processors
• Perform administrative work for the programs

Leading Competencies:

• Marketing skills
• Conflict management skills
• Stakeholder mobilisation
• Research skills
• Project management skills
• Monitoring and evaluation

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of food security, agricultural production and project management
• Knowledge of agricultural systems to support emerging farmers
• Knowledge of agricultural markets and market research skills

How to Apply

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Branch: Finance Unit

Designation: Internship: Assets & Insurance

Remuneration: R10,109.86 per month (Basic Salary, no benefits) – Qualification completed with min 360 credits

Location: Social Development Department, Johannesburg, South Africa

Closing Date: 12/11/2026

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Finance or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6
• National Treasury Finance Certificate
• Only City of Joburg residents will be considered

Primary Function:
Provide a comprehensive procurement of assets to various Regions by ensuring that there is a transparent system of procuring goods & services in line with Council’s procurement procedures.

Key Performance Areas:

• Ensure that asset register and inventory list(s) with all movements and disposal of assets are updated
• Ensure new assets are capitalised and bar coded on the SAP system
• Ensure internal control policies and procedures are adhered to
• Submit asset register(s) to the various divisions/units to enable them to validate the asset register and report discrepancies to the Finance Department
• Execute quarterly spot checks for units to ensure that assets are managed properly
• Ensure all necessary insurance claims documents are recorded and submitted
• Ensure that goods and/service are procured in accordance with a system that is fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective
• Monitoring the implementation of corrective measures to address all issues raised and compliance with Operation Clean Audit
• Adherence to the MFMA and sound financial reporting

Leading Competencies:

• Computer literacy (MS Office Packages, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders
• Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy and excellent planning, organising, coordinating and time management skills
• Data Capturing and basic computer skills
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Accountability and ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality

Core Competencies:

• Knowledge of best accounting principles and practices
• Collaborative/Teamwork, Confidentiality, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused
• Must be able to make decisions independently
• Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism
• Impact and influence according to City’s protocols, legislation and standards

How to Apply

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Branch: Social Development Department

Designation: Internship: Student Social Auxiliary Worker

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Closing Date: 12/11/2026

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 / equivalent NQF level 4
• Student Social Auxiliary Work Certificate, recognised by the Health and Welfare SETA (HWSETA)
• Valid registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP) as a student auxiliary worker
• Only City of Joburg residents will be considered

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide frontline services which consist of collecting biographical information, scheduling appointments, and preparing related documents
• Administrative support services for systematic management of information
• Community education and empowerment; taking active participation in understanding community needs, assets, trends, and available support services for clients and continued aftercare services to clients
• Provide practical and logistical support in preparation for outreach and educational programs
• Participate in outreach services aimed at substance abuse prevention
• Stakeholder relationship maintenance

Leading Competencies:

• Basic computer literacy
• Data collection and capturing skills
• Basic counselling and communication skills
• High level of confidentiality and organisational skills
• Basic report writing and record-keeping skills
• Time Management, working independently, working under pressure, and ability to prioritise

Core Competencies:

• Basic knowledge of working with communities
• Knowledge of working with a multi-disciplinary team and/or stakeholders
• Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused

How to Apply

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Please note: For all enquiries, contact Johannes Mofokeng at JohanMofo@joburg.org.za. The contact email address provided is strictly for enquiries only. Applications submitted via email, including CVs, qualifications, or any other supporting documents, will not be accepted or considered. All applications must be submitted through the application links provided above. Only online applications will be considered.