Hey future finance pros! Looking to kickstart your career with some real-world experience and get paid while doing it? The Amahlathi Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape has an amazing opportunity just for you! We’re talking about their Financial Management Internship Bursary for 2025 – a fantastic chance to dive deep into municipal finance.
This isn’t just any internship; it’s a two-year, fixed-term program designed to give unemployed graduates like you invaluable practical experience in financial management within a local government setting. Think of it as a bursary for your professional development, providing a generous annual stipend of R100,000 to support you while you learn and grow. You’ll be working directly with the Budget and Treasury Office, getting hands-on with real financial operations and making a tangible impact.
Who Can Apply?
Alright, let’s get down to who qualifies for this awesome opportunity! If you’ve got a passion for finance and meet these requirements, you’re on the right track:
- You must have a Matric certificate.
- You need a National Diploma or a Degree in Accounting, Internal Audit, or an equivalent qualification.
- Your qualification should have a final major in one of these fields:
- Financial Management
- Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Information Systems
- Bonus points if your major is Financial Information Systems! They really love that.
- You should have good oral and written communication skills – you’ll be interacting a lot!
- Being computer literate is a must, especially with MS Word & Excel.
- The ability to multitask and be a people-oriented person will definitely help you shine.
Amahlathi Local Municipality is all about equal opportunity, and they especially encourage applications from previously disadvantaged groups, particularly Coloured male and African female/male candidates, as part of their Employment Equity Plan.
What Does It Cover?
So, what’s in it for you? This isn’t just about gaining experience – it’s about setting you up for success!
- A generous annual stipend of R100,000! That’s right, you’ll be getting paid while you learn and contribute.
- Two years of invaluable, hands-on experience in a real-world local government finance department. This is gold for your CV!
- You’ll be assisting with crucial tasks like implementing GRAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Practices) and budget reforms.
- You’ll get to support general financial management responsibilities, helping with reconciliations and financial analysis.
- Learn to develop financial reports according to MFMA (Municipal Finance Management Act), including statistical analysis.
- You’ll get exposure to various sections within the Budget and Treasury department, giving you a broad understanding of municipal finance.
- Plus, you’ll be assigned other responsibilities that will challenge and grow your skill set.
How to Apply?
Ready to jump on this opportunity? Here’s your step-by-step guide to applying before it’s too late:
- Get Your Application Form: You can pick up an application form at the Amahlathi Offices, or for ultimate convenience, download it directly from their official website: www.amahlathi.gov.za.
- Gather Your Documents: Make sure you have the following ready:
- A compelling covering letter (tell them why you’re awesome!).
- Your detailed CV.
- Certified copies of your ID document.
- Certified copies of your Driver’s Licence (if you have one).
- Certified copies of all your relevant academic certificates and qualifications.
- Submit Your Application: You have two ways to get your application to them:
- Hand-delivery: Amahlathi Local Municipality, Corporate Services Department, 14 Long Street, Stutterheim, 4930.
- Post: Private Bag X4002, Stutterheim, 4930.
Important Reminders:
- The closing date is 08 September 2025 at 15:30 – don’t miss it!
- They only contact shortlisted candidates. If you don’t hear back within 30 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
- No faxed, emailed, incomplete, or late applications will be accepted.
- And a friendly heads-up: trying to influence councillors or officials is a no-go and will lead to disqualification.
- The Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
If you have any quick questions, you can contact Ms. T. Ndlamhlala at 043 285 0971.
This Amahlathi Financial Management Internship Bursary is a golden ticket to gain practical experience, build your career, and earn a great stipend along the way. If you meet the criteria and are ready to take on this challenge, don’t wait – apply now and make 2025 the year you launch your finance career! Looking for more opportunities? Explore other exciting bursaries and internships right here on Bursaries Room!
