The Public Protector South Africa is delighted to announce internship opportunities for the year 2024/2025, offering aspiring professionals a valuable platform to gain practical experience and contribute to advancing administrative justice and good governance nationwide. This internship program emphasizes the principles of transparency and accountability while nurturing essential skills for future careers.
Public Protector South Africa Internships Overview:
- Stipend: R 7 000.00
- Closing date: 02 July 2024 @ 16:30
Qualification:
- Applicants must be unemployed graduates between the ages of 18 and 35 years old.
- Candidates should have completed a Degree or National Diploma (NQF levels 6, 7, or 8).
- South African citizenship is a mandatory requirement for eligibility.
- Applicants must not have previously participated in any internship program.
Internship Opportunities Available:
Legal Services (2 Interns):
- Location: Head Office, Pretoria
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/01
- Contact Person: Ms. T Makhubele
- Email: Applications03@pprotect.org
- Phone: 012 366 7053
Knowledge Management and Research (2 Interns):
- Location: Head Office, Pretoria
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Library Science, Knowledge Management, or Information Management Sciences recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/02
- Contact Person: Ms. T Makhubele
- Email: Applications03@pprotect.org
- Phone: 012 366 7053
Investigations (6 Interns):
- Location: Head Office, Pretoria
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/03
- Contact Person: Ms. M Molokomme
- Email: Applications02@pprotect.org
- Phone: 012 366 7144
Provincial Investigations and Integration – Inland (1 Intern):
- Location: Head Office, Pretoria
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/04
- Contact Person: Ms. P Moota
- Email: Applications04@pprotect.org
- Phone: 012 366 7020
Provincial Investigations and Integration – Coastal (1 Intern):
- Location: Head Office, Pretoria
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/05
- Contact Person: Ms. L Motlhabi
- Email: Applications01@pprotect.org
- Phone: 012 366 7146
Gauteng Investigations (7 Interns):
- Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/06
- Contact Person: Ms. S Thobakgale
- Email: ApplicationsGP@pprotect.org
- Phone: 079 156 5980
Limpopo Investigations (2 Interns):
- Location: Sibasa, Limpopo
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/07
- Contact Person: Ms. R Makaukau
- Email: ApplicationsLPO@pprotect.org
- Phone: 015 295 5712/5699
Mpumalanga Investigations (5 Interns):
- Location: Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/08
- Contact Persons: Ms. D Themba and Ms. B Magagula
- Email: ApplicationsMP@pprotect.org
- Phone: 013 752 8543
North-West Investigations (2 Interns – Mafikeng):
- Location: Mafikeng, North-West
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/09
- Contact Person: Mr. E Seeco
- Email: ApplicationsNW@pprotect.org
- Phone: 018 381 1060
North-West Investigations (1 Intern – Rustenburg):
- Location: Rustenburg, North-West
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/10
- Contact Person: Mr. E Seeco
- Email: ApplicationsNW@pprotect.org
- Phone: 018 381 1060
Northern Cape Investigations (2 Interns):
- Location: Kimberley, Northern Cape
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/11
- Contact Person: Ms. P Mabille
- Email: ApplicationsNC@pprotect.org
- Phone: 053 831 7766
Northern Cape Investigations (1 Intern):
- Location: Upington, Northern Cape
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/12
- Contact Person: Ms. P Mabille
- Email: ApplicationsNC@pprotect.org
- Phone: 053 831 7766
Strategic Support (2 Interns):
- Location: Head Office, Pretoria
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Public Administration, Public Management, or Social Sciences recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/20
- Contact Person: Mr. T Khunou
- Email: ApplicationsHO@pprotect.org
- Phone: 012 366 7031
Free State Investigations (4 Interns – Bloemfontein):
- Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/13
- Contact Person: Ms. E Hietbrink
- Email: ApplicationsFS@pprotect.org
- Phone: 051 448 6172
Free State Investigations (1 Intern – Phuthaditjhaba):
- Location: Phuthaditjhaba, Free State
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/14
- Contact Person: Ms. E Hietbrink
- Email: ApplicationsFS@pprotect.org
- Phone: 051 448 6172
KwaZulu Natal Investigations (3 Interns – Durban):
- Location: Durban, KwaZulu Natal
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/15
- Contact Person: Ms. S Zulu
- Email: ApplicationsKZN@pprotect.org
- Phone: 031 307 5300
Eastern Cape Investigations (1 Intern – Bisho):
- Location: Bisho, Eastern Cape
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/16
- Contact Person: Ms. N Koliti
- Email: ApplicationsEC@pprotect.org
- Phone: 040 635 1286/7
Eastern Cape Investigations (1 Intern – Mthatha):
- Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/17
- Contact Person: Ms. N Koliti
- Email: ApplicationsEC@pprotect.org
- Phone: 040 635 1286/7
Western Cape Investigations (3 Interns – Cape Town):
- Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/18
- Contact Person: Mr. S Mogotsi
- Email: ApplicationsWC@pprotect.org
- Phone: 021 423 8644
Western Cape Investigations (1 Intern – George):
- Location: George, Western Cape
- Qualifications Required: Senior Certificate (Matric/Grade 12) and a 3-year qualification at NQF level 6 in Law, Auditing, Policing, or Forensic Investigations recognized by SAQA.
- Reference Number: PPSA24/19
- Contact Person: Mr. S Mogotsi
- Email: ApplicationsWC@pprotect.org
- Phone: 021 423 8644
Application process:
- All appointments will adhere to the guidelines stipulated in the Public Protector Act.
- Successful candidates will be required to sign a secrecy declaration upon commencing their duties.
- Applicants applying for an internship outside their area of residence must arrange their own accommodation and transportation, considering the stipend provided.
- Applications must include a covering letter referencing the specific internship’s reference number, a comprehensive CV, contactable references, certified copies of qualifications (including matric certificates and academic records), and a valid ID document.
- Candidates must be available for assessments and selection interviews scheduled by the Public Protector South Africa.
- Applicants with foreign qualifications must ensure their credentials are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
- All internship appointments are subject to verification and pre-screening processes.
- The Public Protector South Africa reserves the right not to make any appointments.
- Only short-listed candidates will receive correspondence. If you do not receive feedback within six (6) weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
In conclusion, the Public Protector South Africa presents valuable internship opportunities designed to nurture aspiring professionals in diverse fields nationwide. Prospective candidates are urged to submit thorough applications in accordance with the outlined criteria. The Public Protector South Africa eagerly anticipates reviewing applications and potentially welcoming successful candidates to contribute to its mandate.
