Are you a young, unemployed South African looking to gain valuable retail experience and earn a nationally recognised qualification? The Clicks Group Youth Employment Learnership Programme 2026 in Gauteng (Pretoria) offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the FMCG and retail industry while working toward a formal qualification.
This fixed-term contract programme is aimed at empowering youth between the ages of 18 and 29 with practical workplace skills and structured training.
📅 Closing Date: 5 March 2026
📍 Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
📄 Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
⚖️ Employment Equity Position: Yes
About Clicks Group
Clicks Group is one of South Africa’s leading health, beauty, and wellness retailers. With stores nationwide, the company is committed to youth development, skills training, and employment creation.
The Youth Employment Programme reflects Clicks’ ongoing commitment to empowering young South Africans through structured learnerships that combine theory and real-world retail exposure.
About the Youth Employment Learnership Programme
The Clicks Youth Employment Programme (Pretoria) is designed for unemployed youth who want to build a career in retail. The programme combines:
- 📚 Classroom-based theoretical learning
- 🏬 Practical on-the-job retail training
Learners will work in a retail store environment while completing training toward a nationally recognised qualification.
Qualification Offered
Upon successful completion, learners will receive:
🎓 NQF Level 2 Occupational Qualification: Checkout Operator
This qualification is recognised across South Africa and improves future employment opportunities within the retail and FMCG sectors.
What You Will Learn
Participants will gain practical skills in:
- Operating tills and processing customer transactions
- Handling cash and point-of-sale (POS) systems
- Delivering excellent customer service
- Maintaining merchandising and store presentation standards
- Basic stock management and retail operations
- Working effectively within a team environment
This structured training helps learners develop professionalism, communication skills, and workplace discipline — key qualities employers look for in permanent staff.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the Clicks Learnership Programme 2026, applicants must:
- ✅ Be a South African citizen
- ✅ Be between 18 and 29 years old
- ✅ Have passed Matric (Grade 12)
- ✅ Be currently unemployed
- ✅ Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ✅ Be willing to learn and work in a team
- ✅ Not be registered on another learnership or skills programme
Meeting all requirements is essential for consideration.
Why Apply for the Clicks Learnership?
South Africa continues to face high youth unemployment rates. Programmes like this create structured pathways into the workforce.
By joining the Clicks Youth Employment Programme, you will:
- Gain real retail work experience
- Earn a nationally recognised qualification
- Improve your employability in FMCG and retail
- Develop customer service and teamwork skills
- Increase your chances of permanent employment
This is an ideal opportunity for motivated young individuals who want to build a career in retail with one of South Africa’s most respected brands.
Employment Equity
This opportunity is aligned with Employment Equity principles, supporting transformation and inclusive hiring practices.
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How to Apply
Interested applicants should apply online via the official Clicks careers portal before 5 March 2026.
Make sure you have:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
Apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
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How to Apply
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