Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) Tenant Liaison Officer Internships 2026

Who can apply

• Degree in Quantity Surveying; or
• Diploma in Quantity Surveying.
• Exposure to the built environment, construction or project administration will be advantageous.
• Grade 12.
• An LLB degree.
• Experience obtained through a law clinic, Legal Aid, articles or legal practice will be advantageous.
• A three-year bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Graphic Design, Multimedia or an equivalent qualification.
• A relevant qualification at the required NQF level.
• A bachelor’s degree in the built environment; or
• A bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management; or
• An equivalent relevant qualification.
• Computer literacy is essential.

Documents you will need

• Completed SHRA application form
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document
• Certified copies of academic qualifications
• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Proof of residential address
• Applications containing photographs will not be accepted
• Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified
• Late applications will not be considered

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Social Housing Regulatory Authority - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) invites unemployed South African graduates under the age of 35 to apply for the Human Resources Internship Programme 2026.

Internship Application Closing Date: 05 October 2026

Internship Location: Parktown, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

About the SHRA Internship Programme

The Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) is offering a two-year internship programme aimed at providing unemployed young graduates with practical workplace experience.

The programme is open to South African citizens below the age of 35 who have obtained relevant qualifications from universities and universities of technology.

The HR Internship will provide graduates with practical exposure to Human Resources administration, recruitment, employee records, training and development, compliance and other HR functions.

Internship: HR Intern

Position: HR InternDepartment/Unit: Human ResourcesReports to: Human Resources ManagerLocation: Parktown, JohannesburgDuration: Two yearsReference: HR INTERN

Qualifications

Applicants must have a recognised three-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma at NQF Level 6/7 in one of the following fields:

• Human Resources Management
• Human Resource Development
• Industrial Psychology
• Labour Relations
• A related qualification

Applicants should also be computer literate, particularly in Microsoft Office.

Key Responsibilities

The successful HR Intern will assist with:

• Providing administrative support to the Human Resources function.
• Recruitment and selection processes.
• Employee onboarding and offboarding.
• Maintaining and updating employee records and HR information.
• Leave administration and other employee-related records.
• Preparing HR reports, correspondence and presentations.
• Coordinating employee wellness, training and development initiatives.
• Responding to HR queries and providing general employee administration support.
• Maintaining confidential personnel files and ensuring records are audit-ready.
• HR projects, events and other initiatives.
• Learning and applying HR policies, procedures and relevant employment legislation.
• General HR administrative duties.
• Developing professional HR knowledge and workplace skills.
• Ad hoc HR audits and compliance-related activities.

Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong administrative and organisational abilities.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee information appropriately.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Resilience and ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Ability to deal with challenging situations professionally.

Documents Required

Applicants must submit the official SHRA application form together with:

• Comprehensive CV.
• Certified copy of South African Identity Document.
• Certified copies of qualifications.
• Proof of residential address.

The SHRA application form can be downloaded from the SHRA Vacancies page.

Applications that do not include the required supporting documents will not be considered. Applicants should submit documents rather than pictures of documents.

Important Information

By submitting an application, candidates consent to relevant verification and background checks, which may include qualification, criminal, employment, credit, company ownership/directorship and reference checks.

SHRA states that appointments will be made in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not received a response within 90 days after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the SHRA application form and submit it together with their CV and all required supporting documents via email to:

Email: [email protected]

Email Subject/Reference: REF: HR INTERN

Applications must be submitted on or before 05 October 2026. Late applications will not be considered.

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