MPUMALANGA INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2024
Date Posted: July 4, 2024
Category: LEARNERSHIP/INTERNSHIP
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is a dynamic organization that provides essential services to a diverse group of South Africans. With offices nationwide, SASSA aims to create a modern, stimulating work environment that promotes achievement, progress, and prosperity. We are currently inviting unemployed graduates across South Africa to apply for our Internship Programme.
Internship Opportunities:
1. Branch: Executive Support (1 Post)
- Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Human Resources Management, Public Management, or Administration.
- Reference Number: SAS/MPU/2024-03
2. Branch: Legal Services (1 Post)
- Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Law, Paralegal, or Legal Administration.
- Reference Number: SAS/MPU/2024-04
3. Branch: Finance (1 Post)
- Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Financial Accounting.
- Reference Number: SAS/MPU/2024-05
4. Branch: Records Management Centre (RMC) (1 Post)
- Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Public Management or Administration.
- Reference Number: SAS/MPU/2024-06
5. Branch: Communication and Customer Care (2 Posts)
- Qualification: National Diploma / B-Tech / Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Public Relations, Communication, Media Studies, Multimedia Journalism, or Customer Care.
- Reference Number: SAS/MPU/2024-07
Eligibility Criteria:
- Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
- Citizenship: South African citizens only.
- Contract Duration: Successful candidates will be appointed on a 24-month internship contract.
- Stipend: An all-inclusive monthly stipend of R7,450.75 will be provided.
Important Notes:
- Appointments are subject to compulsory pre-employment screening, including qualification, ITC, and criminal checks.
- SASSA is committed to promoting representivity in terms of race, gender, and disability through the filling of these posts, with preference given to candidates who will help achieve these targets.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before the selection process.
- SASSA is under no obligation to fill a post after advertisement.
- All SASSA staff are subject to compulsory security vetting upon appointment.
Please note: Emailed applications will not be accepted.
How to Apply:
Mail Applications to:
Attention: Manager: HCM
SASSA
Private Bag X11230,
Nelspruit, 1200.
Hand Delivery:
No. 18 Ferreira Street,
Nelspruit, 1200.
Enquiries:
- Mr. Kenneth Ndlangamandla: 013 754 9416
- General Enquiries: Z Thabethe: 013 754 9337 / T Mahlalela: 013 754 9423
Additional Information:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within three months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- SASSA is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to candidates who contribute to achieving the Agency’s Employment Equity targets, with a strong encouragement for persons with disabilities to apply.
- Failure to comply with the application requirements may result in disqualification.
About SASSA
Vision:
A leader in the delivery of social security services.
Mission:
To provide social security and related services to eligible people in South Africa.
Values:
- Integrity: Being honest, accountable, reliable, and showing high moral values.
- Compassion: Showing sympathy and concern; embodying heart for all stakeholders and beneficiaries.
- Fairness: Treating everyone equally.
- Respect: Showing due regard for the rights and obligations of others.
Principles Guiding Our Work:
- Transparency: Being open in all communication and engagements.
- Professionalism: Observing the highest standards with respect to reliability, quality work, and timely delivery.
- Customer-Centric: Putting customer needs at the forefront.
- Confidentiality: Safeguarding confidential information.
- Courtesy: Showing politeness, civility, and good manners.
- Responsibility: Fulfilling expectations.
- Accountability: Taking ownership of actions.
Strategic Outcomes:
- Reduced poverty levels.
- Economic transformation through empowered individuals and sustainable communities.
- Improved customer experience.
- Enhanced organizational efficiencies.
Mandate:
To ensure the provision of comprehensive social security services against vulnerability and poverty within the constitutional and legislative framework.
Legislative Mandate:
The Social Assistance Act, 2004, provides a national legislative framework for the provision of various types of social grants, social relief of distress, and the delivery of social assistance grants by a national agency.
All the best with your applications!