The Gauteng Provincial Legislature (GPL) is offering an excellent opportunity for graduates and individuals seeking to gain valuable workplace experience through its Gauteng Provincial Legislature Internships Programme. With a generous monthly stipend of R7000, these internships are designed to upskill individuals and contribute to the province’s workforce development.
Purpose of the Internship Programme
The GPL Internship Programme aims to:
- Provide Workplace Experience: Assist graduates and qualified individuals in obtaining practical experience.
- Contribute to Skills Development: Align with the Skills Development Act to enhance the skills of individuals.
The internship is a 24-month fixed-term contract, offering an immersive experience within various GPL business areas.
Available Positions under the Gauteng Provincial Legislature Internships
There are 5 Gauteng Provincial Legislature internships available across various business areas. Here’s a breakdown of the positions and the required qualifications
- Communication Internship (2 positions)
- Reference No: 01062024
- Preferred Qualifications: Matric and National Diploma or B-Degree in Media Studies, Communication Science, Graphic Design, or Public Relations. A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
- Transversal Mainstreaming Internship
- Reference No: 02062024
- Preferred Qualifications: Matric and Degree and/or Diploma in Commerce, Public Finance and Administration, or Gender, Disability, or Youth Studies related disciplines.
- Gauteng Speakers Forum Internship
- Reference No: 03062024
- Preferred Qualifications: Matric and A Degree and/or Diploma or Equivalent in Law, Political Sciences, Finance, or Public Administration.
- Sport and Recreation Internship
- Reference No: 04062024
- Preferred Qualifications: Matric; A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Sports, Sports Management, Sports Coaching, Recreation and Exercise Science, or any other relevant qualification.
About the Gauteng Provincial Legislature
The Gauteng Provincial Legislature (GPL) operates under a constitutional mandate to:
- Make Laws: Addressing the needs of the province.
- Conduct Oversight: Ensuring service delivery by the Executive.
- Promote Cooperative Governance: For effective decision-making.
- Public Participation: Incorporating the views of the people of Gauteng in governance processes.
The mission of the Legislature is to be a modern, transformative institution that enhances public pride, confidence in democracy, and service delivery.
Compulsory Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be South African citizens.
- Age between 18-35 years.
- Preference will be given to people living with disability, Coloured, White, and Indian applicants to ensure diversity.
- No previous criminal convictions or pending cases.
- Must not have been previously employed in the field of the advertised post or participated in an internship programme.
- Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- Applicants can apply for a maximum of three positions that match their qualifications and must submit separate emails for each application with the post reference number as the subject.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Competencies Required
Successful candidates should possess the following competencies:
- Time Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Planning & Organizational Skills
Duties
- Support the planning and execution of sports and recreation programmes.
- Assist in the coordination of events and activities promoting physical fitness.
- Engage with community members to encourage participation in sports.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of sports initiatives.
- Provide administrative support to the Sports and Recreation department.
How to Apply
- To apply, send a comprehensive CV along with supporting documents (Copy of ID and Qualifications) to HRRecruitment1@gpl.gov.za.
- Failure to submit the required documents will result in the application not being considered.
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Closing Date: 10 July 2024
Take this opportunity to enhance your skills and gain invaluable experience with the Gauteng Provincial Legislature. Apply now and embark on a rewarding career path!