Internship Details

🏷️ Project Administrator Internship
💼 Internship
🏢 Office-based
⏱️ 24-month contract
💰 Stipend: R11,175 per month
📅 Closing Date: 30 January 2026
📍 FMHC Head Office – Durban, South Africa

Company Overview

The Social Housing Regulatory Authority (SHRA) is a South African public entity responsible for regulating and promoting the social housing sector. SHRA ensures that affordable, well-managed rental housing is developed and maintained for low- to middle-income households, particularly in urban areas. The authority oversees compliance, provides funding support, and strengthens the capacity of social housing institutions to deliver sustainable human settlements.

Job Overview

The Project Administrator Internship is part of SHRA’s Graduate Internship Programme, designed to give unemployed young graduates (under 35) practical experience in project development, reporting, and administration within social housing. Interns will support tracking of unit completion, project reporting, tenant lists, and general project administration tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Check and verify tenant lists and reporting
Track project unit completion and provide updates
Monitor project reporting and extract key information from monthly reports
Verify quarterly evidence and ensure accurate documentation
Administer and file project-related documents
Assist with coordination and communication within project teams

Qualifications

Education:

Degree in the Built Environment (Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management) or Project Management

Skills & Competencies:

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Projects or similar)
Quick adaptability and learning skills
Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills
Strong project management, coordination, and time management
Conflict management, innovation, and proactive approach

Experience:

No prior work experience required; relevant internships or academic projects advantageous

Internship Application Tips

Highlight academic achievements and relevant project or construction management experience
Include relevant internships, volunteer work, or university projects
Clearly indicate the position applied for and location
Keep CV concise (2–3 pages), professional, and error-free
Attach certified copies of ID, qualifications, proof of residence, and the completed SHRA application form
Avoid including photos or unrelated personal details

Benefits of Joining SHRA

Hands-on experience in project development, tracking, and administration
Exposure to public sector operations and social housing initiatives
Opportunity to develop project management, reporting, and coordination skills
Structured 24-month internship with mentorship and guidance
Career pathway opportunities within the public housing sector

Company Policy

SHRA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified South African citizens to apply. Recruitment decisions are based on merit and compliance with public sector regulations. Interns are expected to adhere to SHRA policies, ethical standards, and confidentiality requirements. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; if no response is received within 60 days of the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful.

To apply for this job email your details to recruitment@shra.org.za