1. Office Profile:
Name:
SayProCSHC-5 TVET College Graduate Internship Management Office
Location:
SayProStaffKraal – SayPro’s official staff support and innovation hub
Purpose:
To manage and facilitate graduate internship opportunities for TVET College alumni, enabling them to gain practical work experience, develop essential soft and technical skills, and transition into sustainable employment or entrepreneurship.
Target Group:
- TVET College Graduates
- Unemployed Youth
- Industry Partners and Employers
- Government, Municipalities, NGOs, and Private Sector
Office Functions:
- Internship placement coordination
- Training and development management
- Partnership and stakeholder engagement
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Mentorship and career guidance
- Digital and field-based support
- Research and reporting
2. Business Plan:
A. Vision:
To become the leading internship facilitation hub in Southern Africa, equipping TVET College graduates with real-world experience and pathways to career excellence.
B. Mission:
To bridge the gap between academic learning and employment by managing dynamic, inclusive, and high-impact internship programmes for youth.
C. Objectives:
- Place 500+ TVET graduates annually in internships.
- Partner with at least 100 host organisations.
- Offer continuous mentorship and professional development.
- Track and report employment outcomes.
- Promote equity and inclusion in workplace readiness.
D. Key Activities:
| Activity | Description |
|---|---|
| Internship Mapping | Identify opportunities within SayPro and external partners. |
| Recruitment & Selection | Develop online/offline application systems and eligibility checks. |
| Orientation & Induction | Prepare interns through induction workshops and toolkits. |
| Training Modules | Deliver technical and soft skills training. |
| Monitoring & Evaluation | Implement feedback loops, monthly progress checks, and final assessments. |
| Employer Partnerships | Work with organisations to co-create intern placements. |
| Alumni Engagement | Build an active alumni network for job referrals and support. |
E. Revenue and Sustainability Streams:
| Stream | Details |
|---|---|
| Internship Administration Fees | Charged to partner companies for placement coordination. |
| Training & Certification | Paid skills workshops and SayPro certification. |
| Government & NGO Grants | Funding support from local and international donors. |
| Corporate Sponsorships | CSR funding in exchange for branding and impact reports. |
| Consulting & Placement Services | Providing internship design services to external organizations. |
F. Key Partners:
- TVET Colleges
- Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
- Municipalities and Public Entities
- Private Sector Companies
- NGOs and Civil Society Organizations
- International Donors and Foundations
G. Operational Structure:
Management Roles:
- Internship Programme Manager
- Placement Officers
- M&E and Reporting Officer
- Training & Development Coordinator
- Admin & Logistics Support
Digital Tools:
- SayPro Intern Portal
- CRM and Placement Tracker
- Learning Management System (LMS)
H. Budget Overview (Example):
| Item | Estimated Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Staff Salaries & Stipends | R2,500,000 |
| Training & Workshop Delivery | R800,000 |
| Digital Systems & IT | R500,000 |
| Marketing & Outreach | R300,000 |
| Monitoring & Evaluation | R200,000 |
| Operational Overheads | R700,000 |
| Total Estimated Budget | R5,000,000 |
I. Expected Impact:
| Indicator | Year 1 Target |
|---|---|
| Interns Placed | 500 |
| Training Sessions | 50 |
| Jobs Secured Post-Internship | 300 |
| Employer Partners Engaged | 100 |
| Youth-led Businesses Supported | 50 |
J. Monitoring & Evaluation Framework:
- Pre-Internship Assessments
- Monthly Host Reports
- Intern Performance Evaluations
- Exit Interviews
- Post-Placement Tracking (6–12 months)