ompany: Moretele Local Municipality
Location: Mathibestad, North West Province
Remuneration: R120 000 per annum (stipend)
Closing Date: 10 September 2025

Introduction
Are you a finance graduate eager to gain practical experience in the public sector? The Moretele Local Municipality is offering five Finance Graduate Internship positions designed to empower unemployed youth with valuable professional skills while contributing to service delivery. This structured three-year programme provides the perfect platform to launch your career in finance and make a meaningful impact in your community.

What is Moretele Municipality Finance Graduate Internship?
The Finance Graduate Internship at Moretele Local Municipality is a structured training programme that equips young graduates with hands-on exposure to municipal financial management. With five positions available, the programme aims to develop finance professionals who can contribute to efficient governance, accountability, and service delivery. Interns will gain exposure in critical areas such as budgeting, auditing, reporting, and supply chain management.

Programme Details

• Location: Moretele Local Municipality
• Number of Posts: 5
• Stipend: R120 000 per annum
• Contract: Fixed-term, 3 years
• Target Group: Unemployed graduates residing in the Moretele Local Municipality jurisdiction

Minimum Requirements
To be eligible for this opportunity, applicants must:

• Hold a Grade 12 / Matric certificate
• Have a BCom in Accounting or a National Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, or equivalent qualification
• Be unemployed at the time of application
• Reside within the Moretele Local Municipality jurisdiction

Role Responsibility
Successful interns will be placed within the Budget and Treasury Department as well as Internal Audit, where they will gain exposure to:

• Reconciliations – balancing and verifying accounts
• Capturing financial transactions – ensuring accurate records
• Financial reporting – preparing and supporting municipal reports
• Supply Chain Management (SCM) – procurement and compliance functions
• Assets management – tracking and reporting municipal assets
• Expenditure & salaries unit – payroll and expenditure controls
• Revenue management – billing, collections, and financial sustainability
• Internal audit – compliance checks, audits, and risk assessments

Skills and Attributes
Applicants should possess the following qualities to succeed in the internship:

• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Commitment to professional ethics and accountability
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a municipal finance environment

How to Apply
Applicants must complete the official application form and submit the following:

• A comprehensive CV
• Certified copies of qualifications
• A copy of their ID
• Download Application advert here

Applications can be submitted through:

• Hand-delivery: Municipal Offices, 4065B, Mathibestad
• Post: The Human Resource Directorate, Private Bag X367, Makapanstad, 0404

Download the Moretele Municipality Vacancies Advert here: Apply Online

Why Apply?
The internship provides more than just experience—it is a professional growth opportunity. Benefits include:

• Structured exposure to finance operations in a municipal setting
• Skill-building across multiple financial functions
• Contribution to community accountability and growth
• Competitive stipend with mentorship and career development support

Contact Information
For enquiries, contact:

• Human Resources Manager: (012) 716 1319 / 1313
• Contact Person: Mr Jerry Mabasa

Closing Date
10 September 2025