Joe Morolong Local Municipality Internship Programme 2026

About the Municipality

• The Joe Morolong Local Municipality, located in Churchill, approximately 26 km from Kuruman in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District of the Northern Cape Province, invites applications for its Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme (MFMIP) for 2026.
• This is a valuable opportunity for young graduates to gain practical municipal finance experience and develop core skills in governance and public financial management.

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About the Internship Programme

• The MFMIP is a 24-month structured internship focused on:
  • Practical training in municipal budgeting and treasury functions
  • Alignment with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), Act 56 of 2003
  • Bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world municipal finance practice

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Internship Details

• Positions Available: 5
• Duration: 24 months
• Annual Remuneration: R100,000 (all-inclusive; amount may vary based on the year of internship)
• 📄 Interns will be required to sign:
  • An employment contract
  • An internship agreement to ensure full participation in both academic and practical learning components.

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Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must:
• Be South African citizens aged between 21 and 35 years
• Hold at least a three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma
• Have majored in one or more of the following fields:
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Risk Management
  • Auditing
• Be committed to fully participating in the programme and adhering to all municipal policies and procedures

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Programme Benefits

• Interns will receive:
• Hands-on training in municipal financial management
• Real-world assignments that enhance theoretical learning
• Exposure to:
  • Budgeting and financial reporting
  • Risk management
  • Auditing
• Opportunities to work with experienced municipal professionals
• A solid foundation for a career in the public sector

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How to Apply

1. 📄 Applicants must submit:
2. A cover letter stating the position applied for
3. Certified copies of academic qualifications
4. A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)

📬 Applications can be sent to:

• The Municipal Manager
  Joe Morolong Local Municipality
  Private Bag X117
  Mothibistad, 8474
• Alternatively, applications may be hand-delivered to the municipal offices.

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• Take the First Step Toward a Career in Public Finance
• This is your chance to make a meaningful impact in local government while gaining the experience and skills to launch a rewarding career in municipal finance.