This internship offers young IT graduates an opportunity to gain practical workplace experience while contributing to economic development initiatives in the province.

Position Overview

Position: Information Communication and Technology (ICT) Intern

The successful candidate will assist in supporting ICT systems and end-users within the organisation.

Job Purpose

As an ICT Intern, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting and supporting all end-users
• Attending to departmental ICT queries
• Helping to resolve technical IT problems
• Assisting in network and telephone management

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who want hands-on experience in public sector IT support and infrastructure.

Educational Requirements

Applicants must have:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• National Diploma in Information Technology or
• Degree in Information Technology or equivalent qualification

Experience Required

• No experience required

This makes the programme ideal for recent graduates looking to gain practical workplace exposure.

Required Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to handle confidential information
• Teamwork and communication skills

Key Performance Areas

1. Procedures, Systems and Controls

You will assist with:

• Keeping up to date with technological developments
• Improving networks, accessibility and system performance
• Implementing ICT risk policies (backups, access control, disaster recovery)
• Supporting compliance with ICT legislation and acquisition processes

2. Financial Control and Operational Management

You will help with:

• ICT equipment and software acquisition inputs
• Monitoring service level agreements (SLAs)
• Evaluating end-user support systems
• Ensuring compatibility of systems and new applications

3. Communication and Relationship Management

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting in coordinating ICT forums and committees
• Responding to internal queries
• Communicating audit findings and recommendations

Important Information

Shortlisted candidates will:

• Undergo assessment processes
• Have references verified
• Undergo qualification verification
• Undergo criminal record and driver’s licence checks

Please note:

• Canvassing or lobbying will lead to immediate disqualification
• Appointments will align with JoGEDA’s Employment Equity Plan
• Certified documents must not be older than 3 months
• No faxed applications will be accepted

If you are not contacted within four weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must send:

• Letter of motivation (clearly quoting the position and explaining why you want to join JoGEDA)
• Updated CV
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Certified copy of ID

Email your application to:
vacancies@jogeda.co.za