2 x MUNICIPAL FINANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME POSITIONS

KOUGA MUNICIPALITY (EC 108)

NOTICE NO: 85/ 2022

2 x MUNICIPAL FINANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

POSITIONS

(Preference will be given to applicants permanently residing within the Kouga Municipal Area)

The Kouga Local Municipality hereby invites applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment in the following vacancy:

REQUIREMENTS                                   

• Bachelor Degree or B Tech with majors in Accounting, Economics, or Finance including either Risk Management and/ or Auditing at NQF level 7;
• Have good verbal and written communication skills;
• Computer literate with advanced knowledge of MS Office applications.

NB:      Applicants must submit academic transcript with all marks obtained during tertiary studies.

OVERVIEW The MFMIP is a structured professional training and work experience programme with the goal of providing high quality training and practical exposure in all aspects of a Municipal Budget and Treasury Office which is governed by the Municipal Finance Management Act, Act 56 of 2003 and the underlying reforms. The programme has a logical training sequence that builds on the skills and competencies acquired during University and Technikon training. It ends where appropriate, with credits or a qualification in Municipal Finance Management in line with the Municipal Minimum Competency Regulations, Gazette 29967 of June 2007.

SALARY                                               R120 000.00 (All inclusive)

CONTRACT DURATION                        1 July 2022 – 30 June 2025

The intern will sign an internship agreement in addition to an employment contract. The effect of the agreement is to ensure commitment to the programme which requires, amongst others, full participation in the education and workplace assignments and observance of policies and procedures. The candidate must be between the ages of 21 and 35.

Applicants must submit a formal application form and a comprehensive CV, certified copy of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license. Applications must be submitted electronically as one PDF document to recruitment@kouga.gov.za. Application forms can be obtained from the Municipal website, www.kouga.gov.za and must reach the Human Resource Manager on or before Wednesday, 15 June 2022 at 12:00.

For any enquiries contact Ms. E Sana: 042 2002 200.

Disqualification:

Please note that the following can lead to disqualification:

1. Non-submission of originally certified copies of academic records.
2. Canvassing of councillors.
3. Submission of fraudulent qualifications and/ or documents.

NB: Please note that shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a vetting process. By applying for this position, the candidates agree to background checks being performed.

Preference will be given to applicants residing within the Kouga area of jurisdiction.

The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of closing date, kindly regard your application as being unsuccessful.

Kouga Municipality is an equal opportunity employer which subscribes to the principle of affirmative action, which is non-sexist, non-racist, non-discriminatory and based on merit.

MR. C DU PLESSIS                                                        P. O. BOX 21                                         MUNICIPAL MANAGER                                                JEFFREYS BAY

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