The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development (ECDSD) has launched its highly anticipated Internship Programme, a golden opportunity for graduates seeking to kick-start their careers in public service. This initiative aligns with the government’s commitment to youth empowerment and employment creation by offering practical workplace experience in a range of disciplines.
The programme targets unemployed graduates residing in the Eastern Cape who hold qualifications relevant to the department’s operations. These include, but are not limited to, Social Work, Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Information Technology, Communications, and Monitoring & Evaluation. By engaging these interns in real-time departmental work, the ECDSD fosters both individual growth and improved service delivery to vulnerable communities.
Why Apply for the ECDSD Internship?
The Internship Programme is more than just a job — it’s a structured professional development opportunity. Interns are assigned mentors and supervisors who provide regular feedback, guidance, and support throughout the programme. This mentorship model helps bridge the gap between academic learning and the real-world expectations of the workplace.
What makes the ECDSD Internship even more attractive is the monthly stipend provided to participants, easing the financial burden while they gain critical work experience. This allows interns to focus fully on their learning without the stress of unemployment.
Fields of Internship Available:
Internship placements vary depending on departmental needs, but typically include roles in:
| POSTS | QUALIFICATION | REFERENCE | CENTRE |
| Risk Management | Diploma or Degree (NQF6/NQF7) in Law/ Forensic/ Criminal Justice/ Law Enforcement/ Policing | DSD 09/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho |
| Contracts Management | Diploma or Degree (NQF6/NQF7) in Law/Commerce/Contracts Management/ Procurement/Supply Chain Management | DSD 10/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho |
| Strategic Planning (X5 Interns) | A recognized three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Social Sciences majoring in Sociology, B-Tech in Public Management, Monitoring and Evaluation or any relevant/equivalent qualification. | DSD 11/06/2025 DSD 12/06/2025 DSD 13/06/2025 DSD 14/06/2025 DSD 15/06/2025) | Provincial Office, Bisho Amathole: East London Alfred Nzo: Mount Ayliff Chris Hani: Queenstown BCM: East London
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| Internal Auditing | Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Internal Auditing or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 16/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Internal Control | Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Internal Auditing or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 17/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Financial Planning | Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Financial Management with majors in Financial Accounting and Cost Accounting or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 18/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| General Payments | Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Financial Management/ B. Com Economics in Public Finance or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 19/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Salary Administration | Standard 10/Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Financial Management, Taxation, Cost and Accounting or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 20/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Revenue Management | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) Financial Management, Taxation, Cost and Accounting or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 21/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Supply Chain Management | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Public Administration / Public Management/Supply Chain Management or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 22/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Infrastructure | Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Built Environment Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Building, Architecture or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 23/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Fleet Management | A recognized three-year Qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Economics, Logistics Management and Supply Chain Management, Fleet Management, Transport Management or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 24/06/2025
| Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Asset Management | Standard 10/ Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics/Accounting Finance /Public Administration or a related field. | DSD 25/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Inventory Management | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics/ Finance /Inventory Management or a related field. | DSD 26/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Human Resource Management (x2 Posts) | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 27/06/2025 | Alfred Nzo |
| Human Resource Development | Standard 10 / Grade plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Human Resource Management / Bachelor of Social Science (Human Resource Management) / Bachelor of Commerce (Human Resource Management). or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 28/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Employee Health & Wellness | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Psychology/Sociology or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 29/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Labour Relations | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in LLB, Labour Relations, Labour Law or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 30/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Information Communication Technology (X5 Posts) | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Electronics/IT/ Computer Science or any relevant/equivalent qualification. An International recognised certification such as A+, N+ or MCSE will be an added advantage | Â DSD 31/06/2025 DSD 32/06/2025 DSD 33/06/2025 DSD 34/06/2025 DSD 35/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho OR Tambo: Mthatha Alfred Nzo: Mount Ayliff Chris Hani: Queenstown Sarah Baartman: Makanda |
| Integrated Services to Families | Standard 10 / Grade 12 (NSC) plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Management Assistant /Public Admin / Public Management or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 36/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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| Institutional Capacity Building (ICB) | Standard 10 / Grade 12 plus a three-year qualification (NQF Level 6/7) in Public Administration/Finance or any relevant/equivalent qualification | DSD 37/06/2025 | Provincial Office, Bisho
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APPLICATIONS :
can be forwarded via the following option: All applicants must utilize the e- recruitment system, which is available on www.ecprov.gov.za or https://e–recruitment.ecotp.gov.za.
No hand-delivered applications will be accepted. The e-recruitment system is available on https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The e-Recruitment System closes at 23:59 on the closing date. To report technical glitches, for assistance regarding the system, and/or for activation of your profile, send an email with your ID Number, your profile email address, and details of the issue to: Yandisa.Singqandu@ecdsd.gov.za (NB: FOR Technical Glitches Only – NO CVs).
Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Monday-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Fri). Should you submit your applications/CVs to: Yandisa.Singqandu@ecdsd.gov.za and not as specified, your application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Enquiries can be directed to Mr. Y Singqandu 043 605-5042.
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Our Conclusion:
The Internship Programme at the Eastern Cape Department of Social Development stands as a beacon of hope for unemployed graduates, offering them the tools to gain critical skills, grow professionally, and make meaningful contributions to their communities. It’s an empowering initiative that builds both careers and communities, and one that should not be missed by any eligible young graduate.
ENQUIRIES :
- Provincial Office Enquiries may be directed to Mr. Y Singqandu at Tel No: (043) 605 5042,
- Amathole Enquiries may be directed to Ms Z. Habe Tel No: (043) 711 6626
- Alfred Nzo Enquiries may be directed to Mr S Shweni Tel No: 039 254 0900
- Chris Hani Enquiries may be directed to Ms Mzinjana Tel No: (045) 8083709
- BCM: Enquiries may be directed to Ms P. Kula Tel No: 043 705-5675
- Sarah Baartman Enquiries may be directed to Mr M Sipambo Tel No: 046 636 1484
- e-Recruitment Technical Support: Yandisa.Singqandu@ecdsd.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 11 July 2025. No late/ Faxed/ Posted, Hand-delivered, and e-Mailed applications will be accepted
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