Listing Reference: NGB/Int 001-2025 & NGB/Int 002-2025
Listing Status: Open
Company: National Gambling Board (NGB)
Industry: Government / Legal / Financial Regulation
Job Category: Internship (Graduate Programme)
Location: Hatfield, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 Months, Non-Renewable)
Remuneration: R12,000 Monthly Stipend
EE Position: Yes – Preference for previously disadvantaged individuals and persons with disabilities
Closing Date: 17 June 2025
Introduction
The National Gambling Board (NGB) is a public entity established under the National Gambling Act, 2004 (Act No. 7 of 2004). It operates as a Schedule 3A public entity under the Public Finance Management Act, ensuring compliance, coordination, and oversight of national and provincial gambling regulation in South Africa.
The NGB plays a critical role in the promotion of uniform norms and standards across the country’s gambling landscape. As part of its commitment to national development and skills transfer, the NGB is offering Internship opportunities for unemployed South African graduates in 2025. These internship positions are available in the following fields: Finance (Supply Chain Management) and Legal Services (LLB/Law).
Job Description
The NGB Internship Programme 2025 is a 12-month, non-renewable contract aimed at unemployed graduates who are passionate about building careers in finance or legal compliance within public institutions.
Interns will gain hands-on experience under professional guidance, contributing to the core administrative, legal, and financial functions of the NGB while developing key competencies for the public sector.
The programme is structured to align with national development goals, youth employment strategies, and the transformation agenda by providing quality work exposure to previously disadvantaged individuals and graduates living with disabilities.
Available Internship Fields:
- Finance (Supply Chain Management)
- Reference: NGB/Int 001-2025
- Minimum Requirement: National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics
- Monthly Stipend: R12,000
- Legal Services
- Reference: NGB/Int 002-2025
- Minimum Requirement: Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent Law Degree
- Monthly Stipend: R12,000
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an ambitious, detail-oriented graduate who has completed their academic studies and is ready to transition into a professional role within a regulatory environment.
Minimum requirements for applicants include:
- South African citizenship
- Completed qualification in relevant field (Finance or Law)
- Must be currently unemployed
- Willingness to commit to a full-time 12-month internship
- Preference will be given to applicants from previously disadvantaged groups or living with disabilities
- No prior participation in any other internship programme offered by a public entity
Role Responsibility
Interns will work closely with the Operations, Legal, or Finance teams depending on their field of study. Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with supply chain management and procurement documentation
- Supporting the preparation of compliance reports and financial audits
- Helping draft, review, or organize legal documentation
- Participating in departmental meetings and briefings
- Contributing to research, policy review, and legal interpretations
- Monitoring compliance to internal controls and governance standards
- Capturing and updating data into government systems
- Filing and managing records for audits or tribunal processes
Interns will also be expected to demonstrate professional conduct and maintain confidentiality across all aspects of their role.
Skills and Attributes
To be successful in this programme, interns must possess the following skills and traits:
- Strong attention to detail
- Basic knowledge of South African legislation relevant to Finance or Law
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to learn and adapt to a regulatory environment
- Time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Team-oriented, yet able to work independently
- High level of integrity and work ethic
- Good research and problem-solving abilities
Application Requirements:
Applicants must complete the NGB Employment Application Form available on www.ngb.org.za and attach the following mandatory documents:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of your Identity Document (not older than 3 months)
- Certified copies of academic qualifications or a letter of completion from your institution
- Official academic transcripts or records
Failure to submit all documents will result in your application being disqualified. Completed applications should be:
- Emailed to: recruitment@ngb.org.za
- Or hand-delivered to: 1085 Francis Baard Street, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002
Shortlisting Process:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If selected, you will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and security clearance procedures. Applicants with foreign qualifications must ensure verification by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
POPIA Compliance:
By applying, candidates consent to the processing of their personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act 4 of 2013).
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Position Summary
The National Gambling Board Internship Programme 2025 is a structured pathway for unemployed graduates in Finance or Law to gain professional experience within a national regulatory body. The programme not only enhances participants’ employability but also contributes to broader government goals of youth employment, public service transformation, and economic empowerment.
With a generous monthly stipend of R12,000, interns will gain:
- First-hand exposure to regulatory compliance and governance
- Professional development under skilled mentors
- Insight into public finance, procurement, and legal frameworks
- Career-starting experience in a respected national institution
If you’re a recent graduate ready to grow your skills in a purpose-driven environment, this opportunity is your next step.