Frances Baard District Municipality invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Internal Audit Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 05 August 2026
Internship Location: Frances Baard District Municipality, Kimberley, Northern Cape, South Africa
Frances Baard District Municipality Internal Audit Internship Programme 2026
Frances Baard District Municipality is offering one Internal Audit Internship opportunity within the Office of the Municipal Manager.
The two-year internship is designed to provide an unemployed graduate with structured professional training and practical workplace exposure in internal auditing.
The programme follows a logical training sequence that builds on the knowledge, skills and competencies gained during tertiary studies.
Internship Programme Overview
Municipality: Frances Baard District Municipality
Department: Office of the Municipal Manager
Position: Internal Audit Internship Programme
Reference number: 10/26
Number of positions: 1
Contract duration: Two years
Remuneration: R100 000 all-inclusive package
Minimum qualification: National Diploma in Internal Auditing or Accounting
Target group: Unemployed graduates
Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape
Closing date: 05 August 2026
Application method: Post or hand delivery
Purpose of the Internship
The internship aims to provide high-quality training and practical exposure across different areas of internal auditing.
The successful intern will gain experience in:
- Conducting internal audits.
- Reviewing systems and procedures.
- Performing audit tests.
- Gathering audit evidence.
- Identifying control weaknesses.
- Preparing audit working papers.
- Compiling schedules of findings.
- Developing recommendations.
- Preparing draft and final audit reports.
- Monitoring the implementation of recommendations.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have completed a:
- National Diploma in Internal Auditing; or
- National Diploma in Accounting.
The programme is specifically aimed at unemployed graduates.
Knowledge Requirements
Applicants should have knowledge of:
- Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
- The code of ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
- Audit procedures.
- Internal control systems.
- Accounting and auditing principles.
- Professional conduct and confidentiality.
Skills and Personal Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Strong analytical ability.
- Creative thinking.
- Independent thinking.
- Innovative thinking.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain positive client relationships.
- Attention to detail.
- Good written communication.
- Good verbal communication.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Professionalism.
- Willingness to travel within the district.
Key Performance Areas
The successful intern will assist with conducting audits of municipal processes, systems and procedures.
Responsibilities will include:
- Requesting records relevant to the functional area being audited.
- Analysing system applications.
- Performing audit tests.
- Checking processes for conformity and consistency.
- Obtaining supporting evidence.
- Extracting relevant information and documents.
- Observing work processes and procedures.
- Identifying deviations from approved systems.
- Compiling audit programmes.
- Preparing schedules of findings.
- Developing recommendations.
- Assisting with draft and final audit reports.
- Monitoring the implementation of approved recommendations.
Conducting Internal Audits
The intern will assist with audits of different municipal functions.
This may involve:
- Requesting specific records.
- Reviewing policies and procedures.
- Evaluating the operation of internal controls.
- Testing transactions and processes.
- Comparing actual practices with approved procedures.
- Identifying inconsistencies.
- Documenting audit evidence.
- Reporting concerns to the immediate supervisor.
Audit Testing and Evidence Collection
The successful applicant will perform audit tests to assess whether systems and procedures are operating correctly.
Duties may include:
- Reviewing documents.
- Examining system information.
- Observing work sequences.
- Conducting interviews.
- Extracting supporting information.
- Comparing evidence against procedures.
- Recording deviations.
- Maintaining accurate working papers.
Audit Programme Preparation
The intern will assist with compiling audit programmes that describe:
- The purpose of the audit.
- The procedures to be followed.
- The tests to be performed.
- The records required.
- The areas to be reviewed.
- The expected audit evidence.
Audit programmes will be forwarded for approval and discussion before implementation.
Audit Findings and Reporting
The successful candidate will assist with preparing reports based on completed audits.
This includes:
- Referring to audit working papers.
- Compiling a schedule of findings.
- Recording observations.
- Identifying weaknesses in systems or procedures.
- Supporting findings with evidence.
- Preparing draft reports.
- Correcting requested changes.
- Assisting with the preparation of final reports.
Recommendations and Follow-Up
The intern will assist with formulating recommendations to address identified weaknesses.
Responsibilities may include:
- Suggesting improvements to systems.
- Recommending stronger controls.
- Discussing findings with the immediate supervisor.
- Supporting consultation with affected departments.
- Monitoring the implementation of recommendations.
- Assessing whether corrective measures are effective.
- Comparing updated processes with previous findings.
Internship Duration
The internship will run for:
Two years
Successful candidates will be appointed on a fixed-term employment contract.
The internship provides structured training and workplace experience but does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.
Internship Remuneration
The advertised remuneration is:
R100 000 all-inclusive package
The advertisement does not specify whether this amount is annual or for the full contract period. Applicants should confirm the payment structure with the municipality if shortlisted.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A completed Frances Baard District Municipality application form.
- A detailed and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae.
- A certified copy of their South African identity document.
- Certified copies of their qualifications.
Certified documents must not be older than three months.
The completion of the official municipal application form is compulsory.
Where to Get the Application Form
Application forms are available from:
- Frances Baard District Municipality offices; or
- The official Frances Baard District Municipality website.
Municipal website: www.francesbaard.gov.za
Applicants must ensure that the form is completed fully and signed before submission.
How to Apply for Frances Baard District Municipality Internal Audit Internship 2026
Applications must be submitted by post or hand delivery.
Click here to apply for Frances Baard District Municipality Internal Audit Internship 2026
Use the following position details:
Position: Internal Audit Internship Programme
Reference number: 10/26
Postal Application Address
Applications may be posted to:
The Municipal Manager
Frances Baard District Municipality
Private Bag X6088
Kimberley
8300
Applicants should allow sufficient delivery time for posted applications to reach the municipality before the closing date.
Hand-Delivery Address
Applications may be hand delivered to:
Frances Baard District Municipality
51 Drakensberg Avenue
Carters Glen
Kimberley
Northern Cape
Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered.
Internship Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
05 August 2026
Late, incomplete, faxed or emailed applications may not be considered.
Internship Enquiries
Questions about the internship may be directed to:
Mrs Pulane Matsitse or Ms Lesedi Thomas
Telephone: 053 838 0912 / 053 838 0911
Employment Equity
Appointments will be made in accordance with the municipality’s employment equity policy and affirmative-action practices.
Applicants from designated groups, including people living with disabilities, are particularly encouraged to apply.
Background and Reference Checks
Successful candidates will undergo compulsory:
- Reference checks.
- Qualification validation.
- Identity verification.
- Other relevant background checks.
Applicants must ensure that all information supplied is accurate.
Application Outcome
Applicants who do not receive a response within 30 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Frances Baard District Municipality reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting the application, confirm that:
- You are an unemployed graduate.
- You hold a National Diploma in Internal Auditing or Accounting.
- Your municipal application form is fully completed.
- Your CV is detailed and updated.
- Your identity document is certified.
- Your qualifications are certified.
- Certified copies are not older than three months.
- Reference number 10/26 is included.
- You are willing to travel within the district.
- Your application is posted or hand delivered.
- Your application reaches the municipality by 05 August 2026.