Hey future change-makers and graduates! Are you an unemployed South African graduate looking for an amazing opportunity to kickstart your career and gain invaluable work experience? Well, guess what? The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality (BCMM) has an awesome bursary programme that could be your ticket to success!
While often called an “internship,” this fantastic programme functions very much like a bursary, providing vital support and practical experience for unemployed graduates in the Eastern Cape. It’s all about empowering young talent through hands-on exposure and skills development within local government. If you’re selected, you’ll join a two-year programme, gaining real-world experience that aligns perfectly with your field of study, all while contributing to essential municipal service delivery!
Who Can Apply?
This fantastic opportunity is open to unemployed South African graduates. You’ll need to have completed your studies in one of the fields listed below. If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to learn, this could be for you!
Academic Fields Available:
- Project Implementation Unit: ND/Degree in Safety Management, Civil Engineering, or Office Administration.
- Financial Services: ND in Financial Management; ND/Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Local Government Finance, Cost & Management Accounting, or Accounting.
- Human Resource Performance & Development (HRP&D): ND/Degree in Human Resource Development or Human Resource Management; ND in Public Management/Public Administration; ND/Degree in Occupational Health & Safety.
- Governance & Internal Auditing: ND/Degree in Internal Auditing.
- Fresh Produce Market: ND/Degree in Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, Statistics/Finance & Economics, Accounting, or Office Administration/Public Administration.
- Environmental & Health Units:
- Environmental Management: ND/Degree in Environmental or Public Management.
- Municipal Health Services: BTech/BSc in Environmental Health/Management.
- Air Quality Management: BTech/BSc in Environmental Health/Management.
- Zoo: ND in Horticulture, or ND in Nature Conservation.
- Information Technology & Support: ND/Degree in Information Technology.
- Other Departments:
- Office of the HOD: ND/Degree in Public Management & Administration/Social Science/Development Studies.
- Public Participation: ND/Degree in Public Administration.
- Communications: ND/Degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Communication, Media Studies, or Graphic Design.
- IDP/BI & IPMS: ND/Degree in Public Administration/Statistics.
- Office of the Chief Whip: ND/Degree in Public Administration or Public Management.
What Does It Cover?
While specific monetary coverage isn’t detailed, the BCMM Bursary Programme offers an invaluable two-year contract, providing unemployed graduates with practical work experience and robust skills development. This opportunity is designed to give you a solid foundation in your chosen field within a local government setting, making you highly employable. Think of it as investing in your career future with hands-on learning and professional exposure!
How to Apply?
Ready to jump on this incredible opportunity? Here’s what you need to do to apply for the BCMM Bursary:
- Prepare your documents:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A compelling cover letter indicating the reference number of the specific field you are applying for.
- Certified copies of all your qualifications.
- Certified copy of your ID document.
- Certified copy of your driver’s license (only if applicable to your chosen field).
- Important Note: Make sure your application is complete and meets all requirements. Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified. Also, remember that fraudulent qualifications will be reported to the authorities, so always be honest!
- Submission Details: You can either hand-deliver or post your application:
- Hand Deliver:
BCMM Human Resources Development Centre
58 Belgravia Crescent, Southernwood, East London - Or Post To:
Directorate of Corporate Services
P.O. Box 134, East London, 5200
- Hand Deliver:
Heads up: Late applications will NOT be considered, so get those applications in before the deadline! If you’re successful, you’ll hear back within 28 days after the closing date.
The Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality is an equal opportunity employer, and they especially encourage persons with disabilities to apply, aligning with the Employment Equity Act principles.
For more info and to officially apply, head over to the BCMM website:
Click here to apply for Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality Bursary 2025
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