Reference No: HRD/2025/12
Stipend: R7 860.39 per month
Centre: Pretoria
Requirements:
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National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in:
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Disaster Management
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Or equivalent qualification with Disaster Risk Reduction
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At NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA
Enquiries:
Ms M. Bakhane / Mr S. Ramphisa
📞 Tel: (012) 334 0628 / 0629
Applications:
Submit applications electronically via email to:
📧 Recruitment17@cogta.gov.za
Department of Cooperative Governance
📣 Graduate Internship Programme (2026–2028)
🎯 Vision
To build a well-coordinated system of government across the National, Provincial, and Local spheres, working collaboratively to achieve:
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Sustainable development
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Efficient service delivery
The department is committed to:
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Investing in human capital
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Strengthening integrated technical capacity
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Promoting representivity in recruitment
✅ Preference will be given to applicants who will contribute to employment equity and diversity in the department.
🗓️ Closing Date:
10 October 2025
🎓 Graduate Internship Programme (2026–2028) – Special Note:
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Applicants must not have previously:
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Served as an intern, or
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Been a contract worker in Public Service (including Local Government) or the Private Sector.
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⚠️ Failure to disclose prior internship/contract experience will result in disqualification or dismissal.
📄 Application Instructions
✅ Required Documents:
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New Z83 Application Form (Effective since 1 Jan 2021)
🔗 Download Z83 Form📌 Old versions of the Z83 form will not be accepted
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Comprehensive CV with:
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Exact start and end dates of all roles
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Clarity on levels and ranks
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Current salary details
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At least 2 contactable references (preferably current supervisors)
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💡 Recommended CV template available at:
🔗 www.cogta.gov.za → Jobs Tab
📌 Important Notes:
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Only shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of documents.
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Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
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Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
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The department is not obliged to fill any post.
🧠 Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will undergo:
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Technical assessments relevant to the job
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Generic managerial competency assessment (as per DPSA SMS directive)
Assessments include evaluation of:
🔹 Core Competencies:
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Strategic leadership
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People management & empowerment
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Advanced programme/project management
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Change management
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Financial management
🔹 Process Competencies:
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Knowledge management
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Service delivery innovation
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Problem-solving and analysis
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Client orientation
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Advanced communication (written & verbal)
🛡️ Final Appointment Requirements
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Pre-employment screening, including:
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Criminal checks
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Credit history
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Citizenship verification
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Qualification verification
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12-month probation period
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Signing of a performance agreement
♿ Equity Commitment
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Applications from persons with disabilities are encouraged.
📬 Correspondence & Feedback
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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If you haven’t heard back within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.