Internship

Development Action Group (DAG)

Intern at Development Action Group

Deadline:

16 January 2026

Region:

Cape Town

Type of employment:

Contract

Job Description

DAG seeks to employ an Intern for the Civic Action Hub Programme, based in Cape Town.

The position is a paid internship with a 1-year fixed-term contract, subject to a probation period.

This position is based in Cape Town; no relocation costs will be covered.

Roles and Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

Assist with research, advocacy, and community organising activities under the guidance of the Programme Manager.
Provide support for community capacity development programmes and civic education initiatives.
Contribute to the preparation of annual plans and budgets through administrative and coordination support.
Provide logistical assistance for meetings, workshops, training sessions, and public events, including scheduling, venue arrangements, and materials preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Project Design & Implementation: Assist with the design and implementation of land and housing projects under the Civic Action Hub Programme.
Policy Review & Advocacy: Participate in reviewing and providing commentary on key policy documents related to housing, land, and urban development.
Technical Support: Provide technical assistance to civic and community-based organisations.
Community Engagement Materials: Support the preparation of user-friendly materials on land and housing for civic education and community engagement.
Training & Capacity Building: Assist in conceptualising, designing, and delivering training courses, workshops, webinars, and public events for diverse audiences.
Research & Content Development: Conduct research to inform the content of training sessions and public events.
Training Methodologies & Materials: Assist in developing training and facilitation methodologies and materials to support technical interventions.
Project Administration: Provide administrative support for project planning and budgeting processes.
Documentation & Reporting: Maintain project documentation and prepare reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Event Coordination: Coordinate and manage logistics for meetings, workshops, training sessions, and public events, including scheduling, venue setup, and participant communication.
Additional Support: Perform other tasks as requested by the Programme Manager and Management team to support programme delivery.

Qualifications And Requirements

Educational Qualifications / Experience:

Relevant university degree or diploma, such as one of the built environment or human settlements professions (e.g., Urban Planning, Social Development, Human Settlement Development, Social Anthropology, etc.
At least two years of training and research experience in the field of housing, social development, land and/or urban development. Knowledge of research and training methodologies and techniques.
Knowledge of housing, land, and urban development policy frameworks.

Requirements

Proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint (intermediate level) and MS Excel (beginner level).
Strong management skills, including time, resource, financial, programming, and budgeting.
Ability to plan independently and meet deadlines.
Excellent English writing skills and effective communication abilities (both written and verbal).
Diplomacy, discretion, and confidence in liaising with partners.
Creative thinking and ability to use own initiative.
Ability to earn the respect and confidence of team members and project partners, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.

DAG is an equal opportunity organisation, values diversity, and pursues employment equity.

How to apply

Application Process: Before applying for this position, please review the job qualifications, key responsibilities, and competency requirements carefully to ensure your eligibility.

To apply for this position, please email your Motivational Letter outlining your experience, along with your CV and three contactable references, to Alicia@dag.org.za by 16:00 on Friday, 16 January 2026.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted within two/ three weeks of the closing date. Should you not hear from us, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest in Development Action Group!

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