Department of Community Safety Graduate Internship Program 2024/25 – 2025/26

The Eastern Cape Department of Community Safety is now accepting applications for its 24-month Graduate Internship Program for 2024/25 – 2025/26. This program offers an opportunity for unemployed South African graduates aged 18-35 who have not previously participated in any internship program. Selected candidates will gain practical work experience and receive a monthly stipend of R7,450.75.

Internship Positions and Requirements

1. HR Recruitment and Selection
   • Reference: DOCS 05/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Labour Relations, Employee Relations, or Labour Law
2. Human Resource Development
   • Reference: DOCS/06/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Human Resource Development, Human Resource Management, or Industrial Psychology
3. Labour Relations
   • Reference: DOCS/07/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Labour Relations, Employee Relations, or Labour Law
4. Human Resource Conditions
   • Reference: DOCS/08/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Human Resource Development, Human Resource Management, or Industrial Psychology
5. Policy Development & Research (2 Posts)
   • Reference: DOCS/09/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or Humanities, including modules on research and policy development
6. Financial Management (2 Posts)
   • Reference: DOCS/10/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Financial Accounting, Accounting, Financial Management, Cost & Management Accounting, or Auditing
7. Transport Management
   • Reference: DOCS/11/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Transport Management, Transport Economics, or Transport Logistics Management
8. Marketing & Communication
   • Reference: DOCS/12/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, or Media and Communications
9. ICT
   • Reference: DOCS/13/10/2024
   • Location: Bhisho
   • Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Information Technology or Computer Science

Application Process

Closing Date: 15 November 2024

Application Methods:

1. Post: Send to Recruitment Centre, Community Safety, Private Bag X0057, Bhisho, 5605.
2. Hand Delivery: Department of Community Safety, Corner Independence Avenue and Circular Drive, Bhisho, ERF 5000 Building, 5605.
3. Online (eRecruitment System):
   • Visit www.ecprov.gov.za under “careers”
   • Alternatively, go to erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za (to view vacancies without logging in).

For technical support with eRecruitment, email: erecruitment@safetyec.gov.za (available only during business hours).

Application Requirements:

• Complete the New Z83 form (available at any Public Service Department or online at dpsa.gov.za) and include a detailed CV. Copies of qualifications are not required at this stage but will be requested upon shortlisting.
• Foreign qualifications must include an SAQA evaluation certificate.
• Incorrectly submitted applications (e.g., via email) will not be considered.

Important Information

• Selected candidates will undergo background checks, including criminal, citizenship, and employment verifications.
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete skills assessments.
• Employment Equity principles are applied, with preference given to female candidates and those with disabilities.

Enquiries

For further details, contact Ms. B. Mndindwa or Ms. L. Mazwi at (079) 284 6709 or email erecruitment@safetyec.gov.za.

Note: If you have not received feedback within six months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Eastern Cape Department of Community Safety Graduate Internship Program 2024/25 – 2025/2