City of Ekurhuleni Invites Unemployed Youth to Apply for LED Learnership – Closing Date: 25 June 2025

The City of Ekurhuleni is calling on suitably qualified unemployed youth to apply for their exciting Learnership Programme in Real Estate and Development Planning. If you are looking to gain valuable work experience while improving your skills, this could be your perfect opportunity. The closing date for applications is 25 June 2025, so act fast!

Your Chance to Build a Future with the City of Ekurhuleni

Finding a job today can feel impossible, especially if you don’t have much experience. That’s exactly why the City of Ekurhuleni is offering this Learnership Programme – to give young South Africans real opportunities to learn, work, and prepare for a successful career.

Through the LED Learnership: XREAL004, you’ll get the chance to work directly with the Real Estate and Development Planning Department while receiving structured training. You won’t just be reading about skills—you’ll be using them every day while being paid a monthly stipend.

What Makes This Learnership Special?

Unlike many opportunities that require years of experience, this programme is designed for people who are just starting out. Even if you’ve never worked before, you can apply as long as you meet the minimum requirements.

Successful candidates will:

• Work as part of a professional team while learning.
• Attend training sessions to build real-world customer service and communication skills.
• Gain experience handling real situations that employers care about.
• Get paid a stipend of R3,000 per month while you learn.

What You’ll Be Doing During the Learnership

Once accepted, you’ll participate in both work and training sessions. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working for the City of Ekurhuleni as part of your learning.
• Participating fully in all required training and practical work experiences.
• Following all workplace policies and procedures.
• Keeping accurate timesheets and completing any written assessments required to track your progress.
• Attending all theoretical learning sessions provided by the training organization.
• Completing all tasks assigned by your mentor or supervisor.
• Working closely with your teammates and supervisors.
• Always maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when dealing with colleagues and the public.

This programme is not just about sitting in a classroom; it’s about learning by doing. You’ll be involved in real tasks that will prepare you for full-time work in the future.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is open to South African youth who meet the following requirements:

• Education: You must have a Matric / Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification.
• Citizenship: You must be a South African citizen.
• Residence: You must live within the City of Ekurhuleni. Proof of residence is required.
• Skills: You should be computer literate, have good communication skills, and be customer-service oriented.
• Availability: You must not be active on the City of Ekurhuleni HR system when the programme starts.

If you meet these requirements, you are strongly encouraged to apply. People who are committed, disciplined, and eager to learn will have the best chance of being selected.

What You Can Expect After Being Selected

Selected candidates will receive structured training focused on:

• Customer service skills.
• Communication techniques.
• Call handling and problem-solving.

You’ll also get the chance to grow within the programme. High-performing candidates may be offered career advancement opportunities, performance incentives, and even long-term career growth within the City.

You will sign a learnership agreement with the applicable SETA and a formal contract with the City of Ekurhuleni, ensuring that you are officially recognized as part of the programme.

Application Information

• Department: Real Estate and Development Planning (2024) (NS)
• Location: City of Ekurhuleni
• Stipend: R3,000 per month
• Assignment Type: Temporary Learnership
• Reference Number: LED: XREAL004
• Closing Date: 25 June 2025

Contact Details for Enquiries

If you have any questions about the learnership or the application process, you can contact:

• Morris Nkoana: 011 999 8602
• Lerato Masike: 011 999 1522 / 011 999 7981

Important Information

• You may only apply for one learnership category.
• If you do not hear back within eight weeks of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.
• The City of Ekurhuleni follows the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint or not appoint candidates.

Why You Should Apply Right Away

Opportunities like this don’t come around every day, especially for young people without experience. The City of Ekurhuleni Learnership Programme gives you a chance to start your career, learn new skills, and earn a stipend—all while building real experience that employers value.

Don’t delay—make sure your application is submitted before 25 June 2025. This could be the first step toward the career you’ve been dreaming about.