Are you a recent LLB graduate eager to enter the world of legal compliance, contracts, and social impact? The Imvula Trust is inviting young legal professionals to apply for its Contracts & Compliance Internship Programme for 2025, a 12-month opportunity based at the organisation’s head office in Midrand, Gauteng.
This internship is tailored to law graduates who want to apply their legal knowledge in a real-world setting, while contributing to development projects that change lives.
About Imvula Trust
Founded in 1998, the Imvula Trust is a respected non-profit organisation focused on rural development, particularly in water and sanitation initiatives across South Africa. The organisation partners with government bodies, private stakeholders, and international donors to roll out sustainable, community-driven projects.
At its core, Imvula Trust is committed to good governance, legal integrity, and the effective delivery of services that meet the highest standards of compliance and transparency.
Internship Overview
This internship programme is a 12-month, full-time opportunity designed to expose graduates to the day-to-day legal operations within a development-focused NPO. Interns will assist with legal work that ensures both operational and donor compliance.
Key Areas of Learning:
- Drafting and reviewing contracts and service-level agreements
- Assisting in legal risk assessments and due diligence
- Supporting regulatory compliance with policies and relevant laws
- Developing templates, checklists, and compliance tools
- Assisting with audit processes and preparing reports
Interns will work under the supervision of experienced legal and compliance officers, gaining practical insights that strengthen both hard legal skills and professional judgement.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
- Have completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from a recognised university
- Be eager to gain practical legal experience in contracts and compliance
- Be analytical, proactive, and capable of working independently
- Have a strong interest in public interest law or development work
- Reside in Gauteng or be willing to relocate to Midrand
Candidates who excel during the internship may also be considered for future job opportunities within Imvula Trust or its project partners.
Why You Should Apply
In today’s landscape of public-private development partnerships, contracts and compliance are essential for the success and integrity of every project. This internship offers a rare opportunity to combine your legal education with hands-on exposure to community development and donor-funded work.
If you’re looking for more than just legal experience—if you want to make a difference—then this programme is ideal.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- A detailed CV
- A motivational letter explaining your suitability for the internship
- Certified copy of your LLB qualification or academic transcript
- Certified copy of your South African ID
Submit your application via email to:
📧 recruitment@themvulatrust.org.za
Closing Date: 10 August 2025
No late or incomplete applications will be accepted.
Final Thoughts
The Imvula Trust Contracts & Compliance Internship 2025 offers more than just a stepping stone into the legal profession. It’s an opportunity to be part of an organisation making real change across underserved communities in South Africa. If you’re an LLB graduate ready to grow and contribute meaningfully, don’t miss this chance—apply before 10 August and begin your legal career with purpose.