Organisation: Lesedi Local Municipality
Location: Heidelberg, Gauteng, South Africa
Contract Duration: 24 months
Closing Date: 04 September 2025
Lesedi Local Municipality is offering internship opportunities for unemployed South African graduates within its Finance Department. These 24-month contracts are designed to provide young professionals with meaningful workplace exposure and practical experience.
Available Internship Opportunities
1. Financial Management Interns (x3)
Reference No: FIN4/3/3/2
Requirements:
- Matric plus a 3-year Degree/Diploma (BCom/BTech) in:
- Economics
- Accounting
- Auditing
- Risk Management
- Computer literacy is essential.
- 0–1 year of relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic and operational financial management.
- Financial and performance reporting.
- Governance, professional ethics, and values.
- Auditing and accountability.
- Partnership and stakeholder relations.
- Change, risk, and project management.
- Procurement and contract management.
Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Sound financial and mathematical knowledge.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
- Commitment to deadlines and a strong work ethic.
2. Internal Audit Interns (x2)
Reference No: FIN4/3/3/2
Requirements:
- Matric plus a 3-year Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma (BCom/BTech) in one of the following:
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Forensic Auditing or Auditing
- Risk Management
- Information Systems or Information Technology (BSc IT)
- A Higher Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, or Honours will be an advantage.
- 0–1 year of relevant experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Exposure to both internal and external audit functions.
- Risk management and corporate governance.
- Hands-on experience with municipal processes, public sector environment, and IT governance.
How to Apply
Applications must be completed on the official application form, available on the municipal website: https://lesedi-lm.gauteng.gov.za
Submission Methods
- Post:
The Municipal Manager
Lesedi Local Municipality
P.O. Box 201
Heidelberg, 1438 - Hand Delivery:
Applications in sealed envelopes can be delivered to the advertisement box at:
Corner HF Verwoerd and Louw Street, Heidelberg
(during office hours only)
Enquiries
Contact Person: Mr. Teboho Tsoku
Tel: 016 466 1891
Email: tebohot@lesedi.gov.za
Final Note
The Lesedi Local Municipality Internship Programme 2025 is a valuable opportunity for graduates to develop professional skills in finance and auditing while gaining exposure to the public sector environment. This structured 24-month programme is designed to prepare participants for meaningful careers in local government and beyond.
