Internship Programme (X24 Posts)
Graduate Internship Programme (2026–2028)
Important Note:
Applicants must not have previously participated in an internship or been employed on a contract basis within the Public Service (including Local Government) or the Private Sector. Failure to disclose this information will result in disqualification or dismissal.
Available Internship Opportunities – Pretoria
Each internship runs for a fixed period with a monthly stipend of R7 860.39.
Corporate Branding and Communication (Ref: HRD/2025/1)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Communication, Marketing, or an equivalent (NQF 6/7, SAQA recognised).
- Applications to: Recruitment06@cogta.gov.za
Human Capital Management (Ref: HRD/2025/2)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial Psychology, Social Sciences, or Public Administration (focus on Personnel Practices) or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment07@cogta.gov.za
Information Technology (Ref: HRD/2025/3)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or Informatics (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment08@cogta.gov.za
Legal Services (Ref: HRD/2025/4)
- Qualification Required: LLB (NQF 8).
- Applications to: Recruitment09@cogta.gov.za
Facilities and Security Management (Ref: HRD/2025/5)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma in Security Management OR Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences (Psychology, Social Science, Criminology) with a valid driver’s licence or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment10@cogta.gov.za
Community Work Programme (CWP) (Ref: HRD/2025/6)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration and Management or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment11@cogta.gov.za
CWP Partnerships, Training & Special Projects (Ref: HRD/2025/7)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Project Management (with Contract Management) or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment12@cogta.gov.za
CWP Financial Coordination (Ref: HRD/2025/8)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Financial Management or Accounting (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment13@cogta.gov.za
Supply Chain Management (Ref: HRD/2025/9)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment14@cogta.gov.za
Internal Control (Ref: HRD/2025/10)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment15@cogta.gov.za
Disaster Risk Reduction & Capacity Development (Ref: HRD/2025/11)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Disaster Management or equivalent with Disaster Risk Reduction (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment16@cogta.gov.za
Disaster Preparedness, Response & Recovery Coordination (Ref: HRD/2025/12)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Disaster Management or equivalent with Disaster Risk Reduction (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment17@cogta.gov.za
Strategic & Executive Support (Ref: HRD/2025/13)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Management/Administration or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment18@cogta.gov.za
Internal Audit & Risk Management (Ref: HRD/2025/14)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Audit or Risk Management (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment19@cogta.gov.za
Local Government Operations & Support – DDG’s Office (Ref: HRD/2025/15)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment20@cogta.gov.za
Local Government Operations & Support – Gauteng & Free State Cluster (Ref: HRD/2025/16)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment21@cogta.gov.za
Local Government Operations & Support – Limpopo & Mpumalanga Cluster (Ref: HRD/2025/17)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment22@cogta.gov.za
Local Government Operations & Support – Western Cape & Eastern Cape Cluster (Ref: HRD/2025/18)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment23@cogta.gov.za
Municipal Powers & Functions / Interventions Support (Ref: HRD/2025/19)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration or Management (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment24@cogta.gov.za
Knowledge Management, Monitoring & Reporting Systems (Ref: HRD/2025/20)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Knowledge Management, or Information Systems (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment25@cogta.gov.za
Policy Governance & Administration – DDG’s Office (Ref: HRD/2025/21)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Administration or equivalent (NQF 6/7).
- Applications to: Recruitment26@cogta.gov.za
Municipal Capacity Development (Ref: HRD/2025/22)
- Qualification Required: National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Development, Public Administration, or equivalent (NQF 6/7) + valid driver’s licence.
- Applications to: Recruitment27@cogta.gov.za
Enquiries
For all posts, contact:
- Ms M. Bakhane / Mr S. Ramphisa
- Tel: (012) 334 0628 / 0629
DEPARTMENT OF COOPERATIVE GOVERNANCE
The Department of Cooperative Governance envisions a well-coordinated government system, where National, Provincial, and Local spheres work together to achieve sustainable development and effective service delivery. To support this, the Department is committed to investing in human capital, strengthening integrated technical capacity, and promoting representivity through recruitment. Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment, transfer, or promotion will advance these objectives.
Closing Date: 10 October 2025
Important Application Information
- Applicants must use the new Z83 application form (effective 1 January 2021), available at www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. Applications submitted on the old form will not be accepted.
- Applications must include:
- A comprehensive CV with clear starting and ending dates of all positions held.
- Details of levels/ranks, current remuneration package, and at least two recent, contactable references (including a current supervisor).
- A recommended CV template is available on www.cogta.gov.za under the Jobs tab.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other documents before interviews.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by SAQA.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates may undergo technical assessments, follow-up engagements, or second-round interviews to evaluate relevant job competencies.
- Following this, candidates may be required to complete a generic managerial competency assessment in line with DPSA directives, focusing on:
- Core Competencies: Strategic leadership, people management, programme/project management, change management, financial management.
- Process Competencies: Knowledge management, service delivery innovation, advanced problem-solving, client orientation, customer focus, and advanced written/verbal communication.
Additional Information
- Pre-employment screening will include criminal, credit, and citizenship checks, as well as verification of qualifications.
- Successful candidates will serve a 12-month probation and must sign a performance agreement.
- Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants. If you do not hear from the Department within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.