Want a chance to kick off your career in South Africa? Govan Mbeki Local Municipality is looking for young, unemployed graduates to join their Graduate Placement Programme for 2025. This is a paid, on‑the‑job training opportunity that puts you in real projects in areas like finance, engineering, science and public services.
Application deadline: 28 November 2025
Location: Govan Mbeki Local Municipality, Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa
What the Programme Is About
The Graduate Placement Programme is a part of the city’s plan to build a strong, local workforce in key fields. You’ll learn how to manage infrastructure, support good government practices, and help keep the municipality’s finances healthy. While you work, you’ll also be able to see how local government projects shape the community.
Each placement comes with a stipend of R8,300.00 a month.
Who Should Apply?
If you’re a graduate who doesn’t have a job yet and you hold a National Diploma, Degree or Honours Degree in one of the following areas, you should definitely think about applying:
Finance and Business
- Business and Public Management
- Financial Management
- Internal Auditing
- Economics
- Risk Management
- Logistics
- Procurement Management
- Supply Chain Management
Engineering and Built Environment
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Construction Project Management
- Quantity Surveying
- Architecture
Sciences and Environment
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Natural Sciences
- Environmental Management
- Water Care
Planning and Land
- Town Planning
- Urban and Regional Planning
- GIS and Geomatics
- Property Valuation
Public Sector and Human Development
- Public Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Disaster Management
- Governance
- Organisational Development
Transport and Technology
- Fleet and Transport Management
- Information Communication Technology (ICT)
What You Need to Apply
Make sure you send in all of the following documents:
- The fully finished municipal application form (download below)
- A clear CV that shows your education and any work experience
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copies of all qualifications you earned
- Your academic record or results statement
- Proof of where you live, such as a municipal services statement
- If your degree is from another country, an SAQA evaluation
⚠️ If any part of your application is missing, it will not be considered. If you make it to the interview stage, you must bring the original documents for verification.
How to Send Your Application
Write your application to:
The Manager: Human Capital
Private Bag X1017
Secunda, 2302
Alternatively, drop your papers in person at any municipal office in Govan Mbeki Municipality.
📬 Fax or email submissions will NOT be accepted.
♿ We strongly encourage people with disabilities to apply.
👉 Download the Govan Mbeki Municipality Employment Application Form