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Overview of the Internship
The City of Johannesburg (CoJ) is offering a unique internship opportunity in its Human Settlements Department. This internship is available for a period not exceeding eighteen months. It is a fantastic opportunity for those interested in contributing to policy, planning, and research within the public sector.
Department and Branch
- Department: Human Settlements
- Branch: Policy, Planning and Research
- Designation: Internship: Policy, Planning & Research
- Remuneration: R9,531.54 per month (Basic Salary, no benefits)
- Location: 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein
Minimum Requirements
To be eligible for this internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
- NQF level 7 qualification in Housing, Human Settlements, Public Administration, Public Policy, Development Studies, Law, or related Social Sciences discipline
- Enrollment confirmation letter from an institution
- Residency in the City of Johannesburg
Primary Function of the Internship
Interns will contribute to the research efforts within the directorate. They will assist with the development of policies and guidelines through baseline research. Additionally, interns will facilitate the coordination of forums, stakeholder engagements, and public participation processes. They will also support the administrative functions within the directorate.
Key Learning Areas
Interns will gain experience in the following areas:
- Producing and undertaking quality research and research reports in the Directorate
- Assisting with policy development processes
- Supporting the coordination of forums, stakeholder engagements, and public participation processes
- Performing administrative duties to ensure effective support for the Directorate’s operations
Leading Competencies
Interns should possess the following competencies:
- High level of confidentiality and organizational skills
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Interpersonal, decision-making, and problem-solving ability
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work under pressure and independently
- Prioritization skills
- Sound numerical ability
- Good time management skills
- Analytical and research skills
Core Competencies
Successful interns will have:
- ICT literacy, including MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency in reading and writing English
- Knowledge of the public service sector
- Understanding of the Human Settlements environment and its challenges
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Problem-solving and coordination abilities
- Understanding of Batho Pele Principles and Ethics on Professionalism
Application Process
- Contact Person: Nompumelelo Mthombeni
- Tel No: (011) 061 3141
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