The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), in partnership with the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA), is offering a 12-month Business Administration Learnership Programme in 2026. This opportunity is aimed at unemployed South African youth residing in Pretoria who hold a Matric certificate or N4–N6 qualifications and are between 18 and 35 years old.
About the Learnership
This learnership combines full theoretical training and practical workplace experience to develop competencies in business administration. Participants will work towards a nationally recognised Further Education and Training Certificate in Business Administration at NQF Level 4. The programme is fully funded and includes a monthly stipend to support learners during the 12-month duration.
Who Can Apply?
- South African citizens aged between 18 and 35 years
- Must be unemployed and not currently engaged in another learnership
- Residency in Pretoria is required due to the location of the training and workplace placement
- Possession of a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or N4, N5, or N6 certificate
- Clear credit and criminal record
Preference is given to people with disabilities, males of all races, Coloured and White females in alignment with SAHPRA’s employment equity commitments.
Programme Details
Successful applicants will:
- Attend fully funded theoretical training with an accredited training provider
- Gain hands-on workplace experience at SAHPRA in Pretoria
- Develop skills in office administration, document management, communication, scheduling, and other relevant business administration areas
- Receive a monthly stipend for the programme duration
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to prepare the following documents for their application:
- A combined PDF document containing a signed cover letter specifying the position and a detailed CV including at least one referee’s contact details
- A combined PDF document with copies of qualifications (Matric or N4–N6 certificates) and a South African ID document
Certified copies of documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates before the interview stage.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through SAHPRA’s official recruitment portal. It is important to complete the application fully, upload all required documents, and keep any confirmation or reference number provided upon submission.
Apply via the official SAHPRA recruitment link: SAHPRA Business Administration Learnership Programme 2026 Application
For additional information on the vacancies, visit SAHPRA’s vacancies site: SAHPRA Vacancies
Important Dates and Contact Information
The closing date for applications is 23 October 2026 at 16:00. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
For enquiries, applicants can contact Ms. K Mabuza, Learning and Development Specialist, via email at [email protected]. Note that applications sent to this email address will not be accepted.
Opportunities After Completion
Completing this learnership will prepare candidates for a range of administrative roles across industries including government departments, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and private sectors. Potential job titles following the qualification include Administrative Assistant, Office Administrator, Records Clerk, Data Capturer, Customer Service Administrator, and Junior Office Coordinator.
This programme also provides a foundation for further studies in areas such as Business Management, Public Administration, Human Resources, and related fields.
