SHRA Offers 2-Year Compliance Internship for Unemployed Graduates

The Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) is offering a valuable two-year internship program for unemployed South African graduates. This Compliance Internship Programme aims to provide practical workplace experience in the regulatory and compliance field. It’s a great opportunity for young graduates to gain skills and industry exposure.

About the SHRA Compliance Internship Programme

The SHRA is a public entity under the Department of Human Settlements. Its main goal is to regulate and promote affordable rental social housing for people with low to middle incomes across South Africa. This internship is part of their Young Graduate Programme. The program is designed to give graduates from universities and universities of technology hands-on experience.

Internship Details

The specific internship is for a Compliance Officer Intern. It is within the Compliance, Audit and Risk (CAR) department. The intern will report to the Compliance Manager. The position is based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and will last for 24 months. The monthly stipend for the intern will be R11,172.49.

Key Learning Areas

Interns will get practical experience in several important areas. These include compliance monitoring, which involves checking if rules are being followed. They will also learn about managing and reporting compliance information. Supporting compliance services and understanding regulatory enforcement processes are also key learning areas.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this internship, applicants must have a Matric or Grade 12 Certificate. They also need a three-year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree. The degree can be in Law, Business Management, or Auditing. The qualification must be at NQF Level 7. Basic computer literacy skills are necessary, along with a strong attention to detail. Good interpersonal and communication skills are also important. An added advantage would be a Certificate in Compliance Management. No prior experience is required for this role.

Who Should Apply?

Applicants must meet specific criteria to be eligible. They need to be South African citizens and currently unemployed. Applicants must also be younger than 35 years old. It is essential to be available for the full 24-month internship period. Finally, all the qualification requirements mentioned earlier must be met.

Required Documents

When applying, candidates must submit several documents. These include a completed SHRA Application Form and a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). A certified copy of your South African ID is also required. Certified copies of your qualifications must be included. Lastly, proof of residential address is needed. Applications without all these required documents will not be considered.

How to Apply

The SHRA Application Form can be downloaded from the SHRA vacancies page. Once completed, submit the application form along with all the required supporting documents via email. The email address for applications is [email protected].

Application Closing Date

The deadline for submitting applications is 01 June 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

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