Location: Govan Mbeki Local Municipality, Secunda & Regional Offices (Mpumalanga)
Stipend: R8,300 per month
Application Closing Date: Friday, 28 November 2025
Reference: 2025–2026 / 010
About the Graduate Programme
The Govan Mbeki Municipality Graduate Programme aims to provide unemployed South African graduates with valuable workplace exposure across various critical areas, such as:
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Finance
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Governance
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Infrastructure
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Engineering
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ICT
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Environmental Management
The programme supports the development of young professionals, helping to strengthen governance, financial sustainability, and infrastructure service delivery across the municipality.
Graduates from Govan Mbeki Local Municipality and the Gert Sibande District are particularly encouraged to apply.
Fields of Study Accepted
Govan Mbeki Municipality invites applications from graduates in the following disciplines:
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Finance & Governance
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Financial Management
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Internal Auditing
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Risk Management
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Logistics
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Public Management / Business Management
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Public Procurement Management
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Economics
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Governance
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Fleet & Transport Management
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Organisational Development
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Public Administration
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Engineering & Built Environment
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Electrical Engineering
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Civil Engineering
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Mechanical Engineering
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Environmental Engineering
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Construction Project Management
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Occupational Health & Safety
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Architecture
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Quantity Surveying
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Property Valuation
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Town Planning & GIS
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Town Planning
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Urban & Regional Planning
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GIS
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Geomatics
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Science & Water
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Water Care
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Natural Sciences
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Chemical Engineering
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Microbiology
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Biochemistry
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Environmental Management
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Information Technology (ICT)
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Information Communication Technology (ICT)
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Graduate Programme Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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A National Diploma, Degree or Honours (postgraduate) in a relevant field
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Preferably reside within Govan Mbeki Local Municipality and/or Gert Sibande District
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A fully completed Official Application Form (available at municipal offices or website)
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A comprehensive CV
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Certified copies of:
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ID
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Academic qualifications
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Statement of results
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A municipal services account as proof of residence
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SAQA verification for foreign qualifications
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People with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
To apply for the Govan Mbeki Municipality Graduate Programme 2025–2026:
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Download the official Application Form from the Govan Mbeki Municipality website or municipal offices
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Submit the following:
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Fully completed application form
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Detailed CV
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Certified copies of ID and qualifications
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Statement of academic results
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Municipal account (proof of residence)
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SAQA certificate for foreign qualifications
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Where to Submit Applications
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Hand-deliver your completed application to any municipal office within the Govan Mbeki Municipal jurisdiction
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Or post to:
The Manager: Human Capital
Private Bag X1017
Secunda, 2302
Note: Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Important Notes
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Shortlisted applicants must bring original qualifications to the interview.
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The municipality may re-advertise or not fill the post.
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People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.