Ekurhuleni

Are you a motivated and unemployed young South African living in Ekurhuleni? Looking to gain valuable skills, training, and workplace exposure in the public sector? The City of Ekurhuleni is calling on enthusiastic individuals to apply for its 2025 Learnership Programme through the Department of Real Estate and Development Planning.

These structured programmes aim to empower local youth with essential knowledge and experience that can kickstart a meaningful and sustainable career path—particularly in the Local Economic Development (LED) and Contractor Development fields.

🌟 Available Learnership Opportunities

The City of Ekurhuleni is offering two targeted learnerships as part of its youth development strategy:

🔹 1. Learnership: Local Economic Development (LED)

📌 Reference Number: XREAL004

Minimum Requirements:

Matric / Grade 12 (or equivalent qualification)
Aged between 18 and 35 years
Proficient in English

Selection Criteria:

Must be a South African citizen
Must be a resident of Ekurhuleni (proof of residence required)
Must be currently unemployed
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Strong communication skills with community involvement
Willingness to undergo training and placement through external providers

🔹 2. Learnership: Contractor Development (CONT)

📌 Reference Number: XREAL003

Minimum Requirements:

Matric / Grade 12 (or equivalent qualification)
Aged between 18 and 28 years
Fluent in English
Computer literate

Selection Criteria:

Must be a South African citizen
Must be a resident of Ekurhuleni (proof of residence required)
Must be currently unemployed
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Open to attending training and placement opportunities

💡 Why Apply for the Ekurhuleni Learnership Programme?

This is your opportunity to gain:

Practical work experience in local government and community-focused development
A monthly stipend to support your learning journey
In-demand skills that boost your chances of future employment
Personal development and exposure to professional training environments

The City of Ekurhuleni is committed to youth development, employment equity, and skills upliftment in local communities. If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and start building your career—this opportunity is for you!

📌 Important Application Notes:

Manual applications will not be accepted
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
Ensure that you upload all required supporting documents (certified ID, proof of residence, matric certificate, CV)
If you do not receive feedback within 8 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful

For enquiries, contact:
📞 Morris Nkoana: (011) 999 8602
📞 Lerato Masike: (011) 999 1522 / 7981

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https://careerjunctionza.co.za/jobs/

📝 Top CV Tips for Government Learnership Applications

✅ Keep It Simple and Accurate
Use clear headings, bullet points, and a neat format. Ensure your CV includes your contact info, ID number, and location.

✅ Highlight Local Ties
As residency in Ekurhuleni is required, mention your home address prominently and upload proof of residence.

✅ Show Commitment and Motivation
Use your personal summary or career objective to express why you want to grow within a government structure or community development field.

✅ Mention Community Involvement
If you’ve volunteered or participated in local initiatives, include them. These are seen as valuable for public service roles.

✅ Include All Qualifications
List your Matric certificate clearly, including subjects like English and any computer literacy exposure.

✅ Tailor to the Learnership Type
For the CONT Learnership, highlight any admin or IT skills. For the LED stream, show communication or outreach-related experiences.

🌐 Company Website:
https://www.ekurhuleni.gov.za

To apply for this job please visit rems.ekurhuleni.gov.za.