Are you a fresh finance youth who wants to see how money moves in a local government? Magareng Local Municipality in Warrenton, Northern Cape, is looking for one Finance Intern to join their team for a two‑year contract.
Municipality: Magareng Local Municipality
Post: Finance Intern (1 post)
Fixed Term: Two years
Allowance: R120 000 per year
Placement: Warrenton, Northern Cape
Best Before: 22 December 2025
About the Internship
This internship is part of a program that wants to give young people a solid start in public finance. You’ll work inside the Finance Department and report straight to the Chief Financial Officer. The job follows the rules set out by the Municipal Finance Management Act and the National Treasury, so you’ll learn how real governments keep their money in order.
Who should apply?
- To be considered, you need a three‑year B.Com degree. Your major can be Accounting, Economics, Internal Audit, or Financial Management. If you also have a qualification in Internal Audit or Risk Management, that’s a bonus.
- You must be unemployed, between 21 and 35 years old, and ready to learn – no work experience is required. Good writing and speaking skills, and being comfortable using a computer, are essential.
What you’ll do:
- Work under the Chief Financial Officer’s guidance.
- Help roll out the National Treasury Budget Reform Programme.
- Support municipal budget processes.
- Create and maintain statistical reports that show how money is spent.
- Enter and keep financial data in digital records for every part of the finance team.
- Attend training sessions and other learning opportunities in the workplace.
- Performance will be checked regularly by the CFO.
Crucial Matters:
- Only paper applications will be considered.
- Fax or email applications will not be accepted.
- The chosen candidate must sign an Internship Agreement.
- You will need to pass a security check, a criminal record check, a work‑history check, and disclose any financial interests.
- All interns must follow the Municipal Disciplinary Code.
How to Apply:
Gather these items before you write your application:
- A clear cover letter that tells why you want the job.
- Up‑to‑date CV or résumé.
- Certified copies of your academic certificates, South African ID, and driver’s licence (no older than three months).
Send the paper application to:
The Human Resource Manager
Magareng Local Municipality
P.O. Box 10
Warrenton, Northern Cape 8530
If you need more info, call or email the Human Resources Manager, Mr. Oregolele Mokwa.
Tel: 053 497 3111
Office Hours: 07:30 – 16:00
Best Before: 22 December 2025. If you don’t hear from us within three months after that date, it means your application was not successful.
Why It Matters
Here’s what you’ll get out of the internship:
- Hands‑on experience with real municipal finance.
- Training that follows the standards set by the National Treasury.
- A strong base for a career in public finance, auditing, budgeting, or government compliance.
