About this internship

The Presidency has opened several Entry-Level Job Opportunities for unemployed South African youth. These government vacancies are based in Pretoria and offer salaries starting from R338 106 per annum. Apply below

Application Deadline: 5th June 2026

About the South African Presidency Award:

These positions suit candidates with a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma or Degree. In addition, applicants need between one and two years of relevant experience.

The Presidency Job Opportunities Available in 2026

The Presidency Job Opportunities include three entry-level government posts. All positions are located in Pretoria and fall under salary level 07.

1. Supply Chain Officer: Acquisition

Location: Pretoria
Reference Number: ACQUISITON/PRES/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum

Requirements

Applicants must have:

A Senior Certificate
A National Diploma or Degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics
- Procurement
- Or an equivalent qualification
An NQF Level 6 qualification or higher
One to two years of Supply Chain Management experience

Key Duties

Successful candidates will:

Process quotations for goods and services
Request quotations from suppliers on the Central Supplier Database
Check supplier tax compliance
Prepare comparative schedules
Assist with bid administration
Submit invoices for payment
Compile monthly expenditure reports

Skills Needed

Candidates should demonstrate:

Strong communication skills
Problem-solving ability
Financial management knowledge
Customer service skills
Understanding of government procurement systems

Supply Chain Officer: Helpdesk

Location: Pretoria
Reference Number: HELPDESK/PRES/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum

Requirements

Applicants need:

A Senior Certificate
A Diploma or Degree in:
- Logistics
- Supply Chain Management
- Public Administration
- Public Management
One to two years of relevant experience

Main Responsibilities

Duties include:

Receiving and processing helpdesk requests
Requesting and evaluating quotations
Providing updates on purchase requests
Assisting with bid processes
Handling supply chain queries
Submitting work statistics to supervisors

Required Competencies

Applicants should have:

Good organisational skills
Strong written and verbal communication
Knowledge of public service regulations
Client service orientation
Administrative skills

Practitioner: Risk and Business Continuity Management

Location: Pretoria
Reference Number: RISK/PRES/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must possess:

A Senior Certificate
A Diploma or Degree in:
- Risk Management
- Accounting
- Internal Auditing
- Social Science
- Or a related field
One to two years of relevant experience

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

Assist with risk assessment workshops
Compile risk registers
Prepare quarterly mitigation reports
Support the Risk Management Committee
Arrange committee meetings
Assist with awareness sessions
Monitor departmental risks

Knowledge and Skills

Applicants should understand:

Public Sector Risk Management Framework
Public Finance Management Act
Public Service Regulations
Disaster Management Act
Monitoring and evaluation systems

In addition, candidates should have analytical and project management skills.

Type: Internship, Job

Who Can Apply for South African Presidency:

South African citizens with a Grade 12 certificate and a relevant Diploma or Degree can apply.

Before applying, candidates should ensure that:

The correct reference number appears on the application
Their CV is updated
All information is accurate
The application reaches The Presidency before the closing date

Late applications may not be considered.

Which Countries are Eligible: South Africa

To Be Taken At (Country): South Africa

Value of South African Presidency:

These Entry-Level Job Opportunities provide valuable experience within the South African government sector. Furthermore, they offer stable employment and professional growth opportunities.

Government positions also expose young professionals to: