DANNHAUSER MUNICIPALITY IS HIRING! FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIPS 2026 – 5 POSTS AVAILABLE
Are you a young graduate looking for an opportunity to gain valuable working experience in the municipal finance sector? Dannhauser Local Municipality is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for 5 Financial Management Internship positions within its Budget and Treasury Office.
This is an excellent opportunity for unemployed graduates who have completed a three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Financial Management or related fields and are looking to develop their professional skills through practical workplace training.
Successful candidates will be appointed on a 24-month contract and receive remuneration of R100,000 per annum.
Young people who meet the requirements and are interested in building a career in financial management, accounting, auditing, economics or municipal administration are encouraged to apply before the closing date.
JOB DETAILS
Municipality: Dannhauser Local Municipality (KZ 254)
Department: Budget and Treasury Office
Position: Financial Management Interns
Number of Posts: 5
Contract Duration: 24 Months
Remuneration: R100,000 per annum
Location: Dannhauser, KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date: 26 November 2026
Closing Time: 12:00 midday
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants interested in these internship opportunities must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Recent graduates with a three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in one of the following fields:
- Financial Management
- Economics
- Finance
- Accounting
- Internal Auditing
- Risk Management
- Supply Chain Management.
- Computer literacy, including knowledge of Microsoft Windows, the internet and related computer applications.
- Good communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Willingness to work extended hours occasionally.
- Applicants must be between 21 and 35 years old.
- Candidates must reside within the wards of Dannhauser Local Municipality.
Applicants should ensure that they meet the educational and residency requirements before submitting their applications.
OTHER IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS
The municipality is also looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Maturity and professionalism.
- Strong analytical abilities.
- Honesty and integrity.
- The ability to meet deadlines.
- The ability to work under pressure.
- Good organisational and communication skills.
Successful candidates should be committed to learning, developing their skills and contributing positively to the workplace.
ABOUT THE FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
The Municipal Financial Management Internship Programme (MFMIP) is a structured professional training and workplace experience programme designed to prepare graduates for careers in municipal financial management.
The programme aims to provide high-quality training and practical exposure to different aspects of a Municipal Budget and Treasury Office.
Interns will gain valuable workplace experience in an environment governed by the Municipal Finance Management Act, Act 56 of 2003, and related financial management reforms.
The programme follows a structured training approach that builds on the knowledge and competencies graduates acquired during their university or technikon studies.
Participants will have an opportunity to develop their understanding of municipal financial operations, financial administration and the responsibilities associated with managing public funds.
The programme is intended to strengthen the skills of graduates and prepare them for future employment opportunities within the financial management and public administration sectors.
WHAT WILL SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES GAIN?
Being part of this internship programme can provide graduates with valuable professional development opportunities, including:
- Practical exposure to municipal financial management.
- Experience working within a Budget and Treasury Office.
- Improved financial administration and analytical skills.
- Exposure to municipal financial legislation and procedures.
- Development of professional communication skills.
- Experience working with deadlines and workplace responsibilities.
- An opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a real working environment.
This opportunity is particularly suitable for graduates who want to gain experience in the public sector and strengthen their qualifications with practical workplace exposure.
DOCUMENTS TO SUBMIT
All applications must be accompanied by the following documents:
- A comprehensive and updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A certified copy of your South African ID.
- Certified copies of your academic certificates.
- Certified copies of your qualifications.
Make sure that all documents are clear, complete and properly prepared before submitting your application.
Applicants should ensure that their CV contains accurate contact details, educational qualifications and relevant information about their academic background.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified applicants must submit their applications by hand delivery.
Applications should be clearly marked:
“FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INTERNS”
Deliver your application to:
The Human Resources Office
Dannhauser Municipal Offices
01 West Street
Dannhauser
3080
KwaZulu-Natal
Please note that applications submitted by email or fax will NOT be accepted.
Late applications will not be considered. Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date and time.
ENQUIRIES
For enquiries regarding this advertisement, applicants may contact the Director: Corporate Services or the Manager: Human Resources Management.
Telephone: 034 621 2291
Enquiries can be made during office hours:
07:30 – 16:00
Lunch interval: 13:00 – 13:30.
CLOSING DATE
26 November 2026
Closing time: 12:00 midday.
Applicants who do not receive communication regarding the outcome of their applications within 30 days after the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.
The municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment following the advertisement.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS
This opportunity is aimed at young graduates who want to develop their careers in financial management and gain practical experience in local government.
Before applying, ensure that you:
- Meet the age requirement of 21–35 years.
- Have the required three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma.
- Reside within the wards of Dannhauser Local Municipality.
- Have prepared all the required supporting documents.
- Submit your application by hand to the correct municipal office.
- Submit your application before 12:00 on 26 November 2026.
Do not send your application by email or fax because these methods will not be accepted.
SHARE THIS OPPORTUNITY!
If you know someone who has completed a qualification in Financial Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Internal Auditing, Risk Management or Supply Chain Management, share this opportunity with them.
Five internship positions are available at Dannhauser Local Municipality, offering graduates an opportunity to gain 24 months of structured workplace training.
Good luck to everyone applying!