📅 Posted: 30 October 2025
📍 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
💼 Reference Number: 0419
🏢 Department: Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
📄 Type: 12-month Contract (Internship)
💰 Stipend: Market Related
🧑💻 Positions Available: 1
About the Organisation
The Office of the Pension Funds Adjudicator (OPFA) is a statutory body established under Section 30B of the Pension Funds Act, 24 of 1956. The OPFA’s mission is to resolve pension fund complaints fairly, efficiently, and cost-effectively.
This internship opportunity is designed for graduates interested in building a career in ICT, offering hands-on experience in a professional government environment.
Key Competencies and Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate the following:
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Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
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Strong verbal and written communication skills
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Excellent attention to detail
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Self-motivated, organised, and proactive
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Good understanding of ICT terminology
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Ability to express complex technical concepts clearly
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Resilience and ability to work under supervision and pressure
Key Responsibilities
The ICT Intern will assist with a variety of operational and support tasks, including:
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Troubleshooting computer hardware, software, and applications
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Logging and classifying ICT incidents and service requests
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Providing ICT support and escalating complex issues
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Assisting in documenting ICT changes and releases
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Maintaining ICT documentation (both electronic and hard copy)
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Supporting ICT project coordination and administrative tasks
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Assisting with ICT audits, risk register updates, and asset register maintenance
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Managing ICT-related records such as contracts, warranties, and budgets
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Preparing monthly ICT operational reports
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Engaging with service providers and suppliers
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Performing other ICT-related duties as directed by supervisors
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, candidates must meet the following:
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NQF Level 7 qualification (Degree) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Information Systems
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Proficiency in MS Office Suite
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Strong communication and organisational skills
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Ability to analyse data, solve problems, and apply ICT concepts effectively
⚠️ Applicants who do not meet the above requirements will not be considered.
Employment Equity
The OPFA is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, and persons living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Additional Information
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The OPFA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted — if you don’t hear back within 6 weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
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All personal data will be handled in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
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Candidate information may be retained for 12 months for consideration in future vacancies unless you request its removal.