Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Closing Date: 10 August 2025
The Mvula Trust, a leading developmental NGO, is offering a 12-month internship opportunity for a recent LLB graduate to join as an Intern: Contracts & Compliance within the Operations Unit, under the guidance of the Manager: Contracts and Compliance.
About the Internship
This opportunity provides valuable exposure in:
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Contract law
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Compliance
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Procurement law
Especially within the context of infrastructure development and the NGO sector.
Key Responsibilities
As an Intern: Contracts & Compliance, you will:
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Assist with contract drafting, vetting, interpretation, and execution
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Advise internal stakeholders on contractual and compliance matters
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Liaise with clients, project managers, and finance teams on contracts and pricing
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Maintain contractual records and correspondence
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Support development of policies and SOPs in line with legislation
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Assist in risk identification and mitigation
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Attend stakeholder meetings and workshops
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Provide legal opinions to prevent litigation
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Gain practical experience with construction contracts and NGO legal operations
Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree
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0–1 year of experience (graduates are welcome)
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Basic knowledge of:
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Interpretation of statutes
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Contract law (especially drafting and interpretation)
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Compliance and procurement law
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Understanding of construction contracts is advantageous
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Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
How to Apply
📧 Email your CV only (no certificates or testimonials) to:
recruitment@themvulatrust.org.za
🌐 Visit: www.themvulatrust.org.za
📞 Tel: 011 403 3425