Bitou Local Municipality invites suitably qualified unemployed graduates to apply for the Municipal Financial Management Internship Programme 2026.
Internship Application Closing Date: 21 July 2026 at 16:30
Internship Location: Bitou Local Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa
About the Bitou Local Municipality Financial Management Internships 2026
Bitou Local Municipality is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for the Municipal Financial Management Internship Programme (MFIP) 2026.
The internship opportunity is offered under the Budget and Treasury Office and is aimed at graduates who want to gain practical experience in municipal finance management.
The programme is a two-year contract position, with an option to extend for a further 12 months.
Available Internship Posts
Bitou Local Municipality is recruiting for:
- Financial Intern x2
Internship Overview
The Municipal Finance Management Internship Programme is a structured professional training and work experience programme.
The programme provides high-quality training and practical exposure in key areas of the Finance Directorate. It is guided by the Municipal Finance Management Act, Act 56 of 2003, and related municipal finance reforms.
The programme builds on the skills and competencies acquired during university or technikon studies and ends with a qualification in Municipal Finance Management in line with the Municipal Regulations on Minimum Competency Levels.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of a three-year BCom Degree or National Diploma in one of the following fields:
- Financial Management
- Economics
- Accounting
- Financial Information Systems
- Risk Management
- Auditing
Applicants must also meet the following requirements:
- Must be unemployed graduates
- Must be between the ages of 21 and 35
- No experience is required
- Must be willing to sign an internship agreement
- Must fully participate in educational and workplace assignments
- Must observe municipal policies and procedures
Key Performance Areas
Successful interns will gain exposure to the following areas:
- Implementation of GRAP and budget reforms
- Financial and performance reporting
- Change, risk and project management
- Expenditure and revenue management
- Supply chain and procurement management
- Communication and implementation of the Municipal Finance Management Act
- Asset management
- Risk management and internal auditing
- IT and governance
Remuneration
Successful interns will receive an all-inclusive salary package of:
R100 000 per annum
Employment Equity
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates from designated groups, including females, youth and persons with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Preference will be given to applicants residing within the Bitou Municipality boundaries.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following documents under the correct field titles on the online application portal:
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copies of relevant qualifications, not older than 6 months
- Certified copy of Identity Document, not older than 6 months
- Driver’s licence, if applicable
- Registration with a professional body, if applicable
Important Notes
Applicants should take note of the following:
- Only electronic applications will be considered
- No hard copy applications will be accepted
- No faxed applications will be accepted
- Applicants must ensure that all information on their online profile is correct
- All necessary documents must be attached before submitting the application
- Applicants may be subjected to interviews and competency assessments
- Previous employers and references may be contacted
- Qualifications, credit records and criminal records may be verified
- Candidates may be required to disclose all financial interests
- Canvassing of Councillors or officials will lead to disqualification
- Submission of fraudulent documents will lead to disqualification
Enquiries
For work-related enquiries, contact:
Manager: Budget and Financial Reporting
Mr C N Payle
Email: cpayle@plett.gov.za
Tel: 044 501 3315
For general enquiries, contact:
Mr Henry van Rooyen / Ms Liezel Smiler
Tel: 044 501 3464 / 044 501 3047
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Bitou Municipality e-recruitment portal.
Click here to apply for Bitou Local Municipality Financial Management Internships 2026
Applicants can also visit the Bitou Municipality website at www.bitou.gov.za and go to Career Opportunities.
Applicants must register on the portal, complete their online profile, upload all required documents and submit the application before the closing date.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 21 July 2026 at 16:30.
Late applications will not be accepted. If you do not receive a response within 12 weeks from the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.