The Disaster Management Internship Programme is designed to provide practical work experience in disaster risk reduction and community safety. Interns will assist the Division: Disaster Management with operational activities, reports, training initiatives, stakeholder coordination, and awareness programmes.

Job Purpose

• Assist with responding to incidents/disasters
• Compile Disaster Management reports
• Coordinate stakeholder engagements
• Support the implementation of Disaster Risk Reduction initiatives
• Liaise with role-players on incidents and early warning systems
• Assist in training and awareness programmes
• Provide general administrative support

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Disaster Management, Public Administration, Office Administration or a relevant qualification
• Certified copy of academic records with results sheet
• Valid Code B driver’s licence
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, GIS – ability to use Google Earth required)
• Excellent communication and written skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
• Physically fit and able to work in inclement weather conditions

Internship Placement Centres

• 1 x Paarl
• 1 x Worcester
• 1 x Robertson

Important Notes

• Applicants must use the prescribed application form (available from Ms. TI Mpoli at 021 888 5159 or Ms. NP Mtuta at 021 888 5120).
• Applications must include originally certified copies of qualifications, driver’s licences, and academic records.
• Late, faxed, or emailed applications will not be considered.
• Applicants who have already completed a 2-year Internship Programme at Cape Winelands District Municipality will not be considered again.
• Canvassing will result in disqualification.
• If no feedback is received by 30 November 2025, applicants should consider their application unsuccessful.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted in sealed envelopes, endorsed with the relevant post name, and delivered or couriered to:

Postal Address:
Municipal Manager
Cape Winelands District Municipality
P.O. Box 100
Stellenbosch
7599

Courier Address:
Stellenbosch Office
29 Du Toit Street / 46 Alexander Street
Stellenbosch, 7600

Hand Delivery Options:

• Stellenbosch Office: 29 Du Toit Street / 46 Alexander Street, Stellenbosch, 7600
• Paarl Office: 194 Main Street, Paarl, 7646
• Worcester Office: 51 Trappes Street, Worcester, 6850
• Ceres Office: 27 Munnik Street, Ceres, 6835
• Robertson Office: 40 Van Reenen Street, Robertson, 6705