Apply Now for MFMIP Internships at Govan Mbeki Municipality
Are you a recent graduate in finance looking to kickstart your career in municipal finance? The Govan Mbeki careers, Municipality is currently accepting applications for their prestigious Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme (MFMIP) for 2025. This exciting opportunity is designed to develop the next generation of municipal finance professionals in South Africa.
Internship Program Overview
Position: Finance Management Intern (5 Positions Available)
Location: Secunda, Govan Mbeki Municipality
Reference Number: 2024-2025/29
Duration: 2-year internship program
Application Deadline: 11th March 2025
Monthly Stipend: Competitive stipend provided
About the Govan Mbeki Municipality Finance Internship
The Govan Mbeki Municipality Finance Management Internship Programme is specifically designed to build capacity within local government financial management. Aligned with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), this program offers graduates a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in public sector financial management while contributing to service delivery in the Mpumalanga province.
Interns will be placed within the Budget and Treasury Office of the Govan Mbeki Municipality and will rotate through various divisions to gain comprehensive experience in municipal finance operations.
Who Should Apply for the Govan Mbeki MFMIP?
The Govan Mbeki Municipality invites applications from unemployed graduates who have completed degrees or national diplomas in:
- Accounting
- Economics
- Management Accounting
- Auditing
- Financial Management
- Other finance-related qualifications
This internship is ideal for graduates seeking to:
- Gain practical experience in public sector financial management
- Develop specialized skills in municipal budgeting and financial reporting
- Build a career path in local government administration
- Contribute to effective service delivery in the Govan Mbeki careers,
What You Will Learn During the Internship
Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training and mentorship in:
- Strategic financial planning for municipalities
- Municipal budgeting processes and implementation
- Supply chain management in the public sector
- Revenue management and collection strategies
- Asset and liability management
- Internal controls and risk management
- Financial governance and compliance
Internship Benefits
- Hands-on experience in the Budget and Treasury Office
- Rotation across multiple municipal finance departments
- Professional mentorship from experienced municipal finance practitioners
- Monthly stipend for the duration of the internship
- Valuable work experience to enhance employability
- Potential pathway to permanent employment in municipal finance
Application Requirements
To apply for the Govan Mbeki Municipality Finance Management Internship, please submit:
- Completed Official Application Form (available for download from the Govan Mbeki Municipality website)
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Certified copy of your Identity Document
- SAQA verification (for applicants with foreign qualifications)
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted to:
Postal Address:
Govan Mbeki Municipality
P/Bag X 1017
Secunda
2302
Physical Address:
Govan Mbeki Municipality
Central Business Area
Horwood Street
Secunda
Contact Number: 017 620-6000
Important Notes About the Govan Mbeki Internship
- Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered
- This is a fixed-term internship program lasting 2 years
- Successful candidates will be required to sign an Internship Agreement
- The Govan Mbeki Municipality is committed to employment equity principles
- No late applications will be accepted after the closing date
Take the First Step in Your Municipal Finance Career
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable experience in municipal finance management at the Govan Mbeki Municipality.
Download the Application Form Here: Govan Mbeki Municipality Job Application Form