Advice from farmer Thanda Mbeje

A KwaZulu-Natal woman farmer, Thanda Mbeje, is pleased that the government is supporting emerging female farmers, especially those who come from previously disadvantaged groups.

“We have to teach the youth to learn and to be business-minded with the little they have and to never undermine any business venture,” said Thanda Mbeje, who owns KwaMaNdlovu Gardens in KwaSwayimane, outside Pietermaritzburg.

She said that newcomers to the agriculture industry must not expect to make a profit from the start. They must be patient and be prepared to learn from their mistakes.

Mbeje said she could have given up farming in 2019 when she harvested nothing from the farm after working hard planting crops. Instead, she persevered and today she is harvesting maize and had been picking about 500 heads of corn a day. From this harvest she makes about R2,500.

“In two weeks I have made R20,000 just from maize alone,” she said.

Mbeje said she has decided to separate her crops and plant with gaps of weeks in-between so she can stretch out harvesting.

Mbeje is one of a few women in the province who own commercial farms. Though she has been learning about farming from her uncle since 2016, Mbeje calls herself a junior farmer as she believes there is a lot she is yet to learn.

Her 4ha farm, which now has 12 workers, currently produces maize, potatoes, sweet potatoes and amadumbe. She and her brother Manqoba Magidela bought the farm as a family business in 2016 but when he moved to the US, she was left in charge of operations.

• This article first appeared in GCIS's Vukuzenzele

Nestlé HR Internship Programme 2021

Location: East London

Description: The Nestlé HR Internship Programme is now open for applications and we are looking for the next potential young talent to join our East and Southern Africa team. 

We are committed to providing opportunities for students who are looking to kick-start their careers.

Interns are taken through a 12-month rotational development programme that provides an introduction to the working world of Nestlé, as well as a strong foundation for further development.

A day in the life of...

Our Internships have some common characteristics such as individual responsibility and autonomy. While you’ll benefit from best-in-class training, you’ll need the drive to make the most of our development programmes and on-the-job training.

The Internship programme provides a broader understanding of the business allowing you to gain exposure in your field of study making you more versatile.

At Nestlé, we are continuously searching for the best Graduates to join our Nestle team and help us in achieving and maintaining our vision of being the "world's leading Nutrition, Health and Wellness company".

What will make you successful

• Successful completion of the gamification application game https://nestle.thetalent.games/south-africa/index.html.
• A relevant completed Diploma & Btech in Human Resources Management.
• Over 65% academic average.
• Must have less than 2 years working experience post studies.
• A great team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skill.
• Has strong drive and desire to lay an excellent foundation for future career success.

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We offer you a responsible, varied challenge in an exciting work environment. You can also expect progressive employment conditions and the further training opportunities of an international group. 

Tiger Brands Biotechnology Workplace Experience Programme 2021

  Location: Johannesburg

Description: Tiger Brands is inviting learners to apply for the Biotechnology Workplace Experience Programme. 

The aim is to provide unemployed graduates with valuable work experience and skills to enhance their employability and to  provide practical and accelerated work experience programmes that expose graduates to specific roles. 

This enables Tiger Brands to address the shortage of scarce and critical skills Create a pool of skilled workers with formal tertiary qualifications by promoting the FMCG industry as an industry of choice.

Graduates Participating in the Graduate Workplace Experience programme must:

• Be available to participate on the Graduate Workplace Experience programme.
• Be committed to learning and gaining work experience in the relevant field. 

The Job at a Glance 

An opportunity to work on and support projects within Tiger Brands. You will encounter many of the different areas within Tiger, e.g: Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Corporate Affairs, Bakeries 

What will you do?

You will have opportunity to be an owner every day as you:

• Support project work.
• Problem-solve issues.
• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Workplace Experience project as assigned by your Line Manager.
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your career aspirations. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Favourable degrees for this programme:

• BTech in Biotechnology from an accredited Academic Institution.
• An academic average of 65% and above.

If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play as ignite your passion, grow our brands and grow our business.

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‘Workplace Experience students’ who have successfully completed their work experience period and obtained their qualification can apply to join the Tiger Brands Management Trainee programme or for an appropriate vacant role within the group.

Tiger Brands Biochemistry Workplace Experience Programme 2021

 Location: Johannesburg

Description: Tiger Brands is inviting learners to apply for the Biochemistry Workplace Experience Programme. 

The aim is to provide unemployed graduates with valuable work experience and skills to enhance their employability and to  provide practical and accelerated work experience programmes that expose graduates to specific roles. 

This enables Tiger Brands to address the shortage of scarce and critical skills Create a pool of skilled workers with formal tertiary qualifications by promoting the FMCG industry as an industry of choice.

Graduates Participating in the Graduate Workplace Experience programme must:

• Be available to participate on the Graduate Workplace Experience programme.
• Be committed to learning and gaining work experience in the relevant field. 

The Job at a Glance 

An opportunity to work on and support projects within Tiger Brands. You will encounter many of the different areas within Tiger, e.g: Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Corporate Affairs, Bakeries 

What will you do?

You will have opportunity to be an owner every day as you:

• Support project work.
• Problem-solve issues.
• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Workplace Experience project as assigned by your Line Manager.
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your career aspirations. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Favourable degrees for this programme:

• BTech in Biochemistry from an accredited Academic Institution.
• An academic average of 65% and above.

If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play as ignite your passion, grow our brands and grow our business.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

‘Workplace Experience students’ who have successfully completed their work experience period and obtained their qualification can apply to join the Tiger Brands Management Trainee programme or for an appropriate vacant role within the group.

Tiger Brands Food Technology Workplace Experience Programme 2021

 Location: Johannesburg

Description: Tiger Brands is inviting learners to apply for the Food Technology Workplace Experience Programme. 

The aim is to provide unemployed graduates with valuable work experience and skills to enhance their employability and to  provide practical and accelerated work experience programmes that expose graduates to specific roles. 

This enables Tiger Brands to address the shortage of scarce and critical skills Create a pool of skilled workers with formal tertiary qualifications by promoting the FMCG industry as an industry of choice.

Graduates Participating in the Graduate Workplace Experience programme must:

• Be available to participate on the Graduate Workplace Experience programme.
• Be committed to learning and gaining work experience in the relevant field. 

The Job at a Glance 

An opportunity to work on and support projects within Tiger Brands. You will encounter many of the different areas within Tiger, e.g: Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Corporate Affairs, Bakeries 

What will you do?

You will have opportunity to be an owner every day as you:

• Support project work.
• Problem-solve issues.
• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Workplace Experience project as assigned by your Line Manager.
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your career aspirations. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Favourable degrees for this programme:

• BTech in Food Technology from an accredited Academic Institution.
• An academic average of 65% and above.

If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play as ignite your passion, grow our brands and grow our business.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

‘Workplace Experience students’ who have successfully completed their work experience period and obtained their qualification can apply to join the Tiger Brands Management Trainee programme or for an appropriate vacant role within the group.

Tiger Brands Chemical Engineering Workplace Experience Programme 2021

Location: Johannesburg

Description: Tiger Brands is inviting learners to apply for the Chemical Engineering Workplace Experience Programme. 

The aim is to provide unemployed graduates with valuable work experience and skills to enhance their employability and to  provide practical and accelerated work experience programmes that expose graduates to specific roles. 

This enables Tiger Brands to address the shortage of scarce and critical skills Create a pool of skilled workers with formal tertiary qualifications by promoting the FMCG industry as an industry of choice.

Graduates Participating in the Graduate Workplace Experience programme must:

• Be available to participate on the Graduate Workplace Experience programme.
• Be committed to learning and gaining work experience in the relevant field. 

The Job at a Glance 

An opportunity to work on and support projects within Tiger Brands. You will encounter many of the different areas within Tiger, e.g: Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Corporate Affairs, Bakeries

What will you do?

You will have opportunity to be an owner every day as you:

• Support project work.
• Problem-solve issues.
• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Workplace Experience project as assigned by your Line Manager.
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your career aspirations. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Favourable degrees for this programme:

• BTech in Chemical Engineering from an accredited Academic Institution.
• An academic average of 65% and above.

If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play as ignite your passion, grow our brands and grow our business.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

‘Workplace Experience students’ who have successfully completed their work experience period and obtained their qualification can apply to join the Tiger Brands Management Trainee programme or for an appropriate vacant role within the group.

Tiger Brands Finance Workplace Experience Programme 2021

 Location: Johannesburg

Description: Tiger Brands is inviting learners to apply for the Finance Workplace Experience Programme. 

The aim is to provide unemployed graduates with valuable work experience and skills to enhance their employability and to  provide practical and accelerated work experience programmes that expose graduates to specific roles. 

This enables Tiger Brands to address the shortage of scarce and critical skills Create a pool of skilled workers with formal tertiary qualifications by promoting the FMCG industry as an industry of choice.

Graduates Participating in the Graduate Workplace Experience programme must:

• Be available to participate on the Graduate Workplace Experience programme.
• Be committed to learning and gaining work experience in the relevant field. 

The Job at a Glance 

An opportunity to work on and support projects within Tiger Brands. You will encounter many of the different areas within Tiger, e.g: Commercial, Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Corporate Affairs, Bakeries 

What will you do?

You will have opportunity to be an owner every day as you:

• Support project work.
• Problem-solve issues.
• Work with a cross-functional team to complete a Workplace Experience project as assigned by your Line Manager.
• Attain on-the-job work experience aligned with your career aspirations. 
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

Favourable degrees for this programme:

• BTech in Finance from an accredited Academic Institution.
• An academic average of 65% and above.

If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play as ignite your passion, grow our brands and grow our business.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

‘Workplace Experience students’ who have successfully completed their work experience period and obtained their qualification can apply to join the Tiger Brands Management Trainee programme or for an appropriate vacant role within the group.

Siemens Commercial Advancement Graduate Trainee Programme 2021

Location:  Midrand

Description: Siemens is inviting learners to apply for the Commercial Advancement Graduate Trainee Programme 2021.

Are you a recent matriculant? Someone who has a passion for numbers and Finance/Business Administration? Enjoys being part of a team and is able to relate well to people from different backgrounds and cultures? Do you have good analytical, interpersonal and communications skills? If you answered yes to the above then this might be the opportunity for you.

The Commercial Advancement Training Scheme (CATS) aims to provide Siemens with a source of young commercial staff and is a perfect launch for your career as we maximize your career options in the world of Technology and Engineering. 

We do this by providing trainees with a structured training programme and on-the-job training for an initial period of two years. 

Siemens trainees will receive the basis for further development and will be equipped with the necessary business skills for a rewarding and successful career within the company.

As you rotate through our various departments you will tackle challenges in a supportive environment while taking you to the heart of your chosen career in Finance/Business Administration.

At the end of your two year programme you will have obtained a Certificate in Business Administration coupled with Hands On Learning and experience.

Your Profile:

• Must be between 18 – 24 years old.
• Little/No work Experience.
• Matric with Core Mathematics and Accounting (65% aggregate). Pure Mathematics and Accounting students to apply, Mathematical Literacy will not be considered. (Please attach Matric Transcripts along with CV).
• Current Matriculants are invited to apply based on Preliminary results.
• Students to be based in Gauteng and willing to travel around Johannesburg to various Siemens Sites (Isando, Northriding, Midrand).
• Good with people interaction.
• Great communication skills.
•  Goal Driven.
•  Outgoing personality.
• Go-getter.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Siemens is an equal opportunities employer. We are strongly committed to diversity within our community and especially welcome applications from South African Citizens of designated groups who may contribute to the Employment Equity within the workplace and further diversification of Ideas. People With Disabilities will be given preference.

RB M&E R&D Graduate Programme 2021

Location: Johannesburg 

Description: RB is inviting learners to apply for the M&E R&D Graduate. 

You’ll have the freedom to gain hands-on product development experience with some of the leading consumer products.

Competitive Salary & excellent benefits package 

• With complete involvement from day one, you’ll be part of a global team bringing leading brands to millions. 
• You’ll gain new skills and experience, managing research and development projects from the outset. You could take customer insights and develop new products or enhancing existing brands. 
• You might find original applications for existing technologies. 
• The key focus will be on ‘learning through doing’ but with the support of our team. 

You’ll succeed because… 

• You’re curious by nature and an original thinker. 
• You’ve a strong academic background and an understanding of the product development process. You’re ambitious and motivated, hungry to take on responsibility in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment. 
• You’re also action-oriented, a pragmatic problem solver and share our drive to succeed. Even when faced with obstacles.

You’ll love it because… 

• You’ll get to make an impact like never before. 
• You’ll be responsible for your own projects - we can’t wait hear to your ideas. 
• The products you help us get out there will make people’s lives better. 
• Our iconic brands will provide an incredible platform for you. 
• And our dynamic, ownership-driven culture will help bring the very best out of you, every day. 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

In Return RB offer very competitive salaries with excellent benefits and the chance to progress your career within a truly global organisation.

RB is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Sage Marketing Internship Opportunity 2021

Location: Johannesburg

Description:  The Marketing Internship Opportunity at Sage offers real work experience within a wide variety of business areas. 

The Marketing Intern will coordinate daily marketing activities while supporting the marketing team in driving NCA. 

They will play a critical role in the smooth operation of the department, its attainment of goals as well as the long-term growth and success of the business as a whole.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the planning and implementation of marketing activations for direct and partner campaigns. 

• Providing support for marketing events and exhibitions as required. 

• Coordinating the production of marketing communications and collateral. 

• Uploading marketing material to online libraries, internet groups and internal social media sites. 

• Support in social media content for the region. 

• Updating and maintaining the marketing department's documentation. 

• Control all marketing branding and assets, including the ordering, issuing of material to sales team, maintenance and stock control. 

• Special project coordination and the marketing elements thereof. 

• Assisting with sales, marketing and communication functions of the team and other related duties as assigned. 

Skills, know-how and experience:

• Personable, presentable and articulate. 

• Effective project management skills. 

• Sound understanding of marketing principles. 

• Strong writing skills and the ability to communicate ideas. 

• Excellent English communication skills – written and spoken. 

• Strong administration and organisational skills. 

• Team player. 

Technical / professional qualifications:

• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PPT, Excel). 

• Experience on Sage Enterprise Management advantageous. 

• Digital Marketing or related qualification essential. 

• Experience using social media and social media management software advantageous.. 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

TFG Retail Work Integrated Learning Opportunity 2021

Location: Mpumalanga and Eastern Cape All Areas

Description: TFG RETAIL WIL INTERNSHIP!! Earn an income whilst completing your Diploma! Are you looking for an exciting career in retail? Would you like to be part of a leading fashion lifestyle retailer and join one of TFG’s fabulous brands?

Grab this opportunity where you are given the chance to study and work AT THE SAME TIME! We offer a 6 to 18 month WIL Internship programme where you will gain practical on-the-job work experience to qualify for your National N Diploma.

In addition to a qualification combined with relevant work experience, you’ll also gain business, personal and technical retail skills you can use across the business and throughout your career journey.

To apply for this opportunity, you need the following:

• N6 Certificate/Statement of Results/ WIL Placement Letter from TVET College.
• Be unemployed.
• A positive attitude and a passion for retail.
• Commitment to spending 18 months on the WIL Internship programme with TFG.
• A strong work ethic.
• A passion for customer-service.
• Be a South African Citizen.

If you are interested in this learning opportunity apply now!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - Mpumalanga All Areas

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - Eastern Cape All Areas

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - Free State All Areas

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - Northern Cape All Areas

CLICK HERE TO APPLY - Limpopo All Areas

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Sanlam Actuarial Graduates Programme 2021

 Date: 18-Dec-2020

Location: Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa

Description: Sanlam Corporate offers opportunities to Actuarial Graduates who are looking to start their careers and qualify as Actuaries. 

The programme starts off with an unofficial ‘internship’ where you will learn about Sanlam’s products and systems. 

You will be assisted to enhance your analytical abilities in order to develop your actuarial skills.

What will you do?

Key Responsibilities 

•    assisting with the analysing of statistical data.

•    assisting with computer modelling of statistics to determine potential risks.

•    preparing presentations and reports.

•    communicating under supervision findings to clients, managers and stakeholders.

•    keeping abreast of financial developments in the business world.

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualification and Experience

•    Degree in Actuarial Science + 6 or more exemptions.

Knowledge and Skills

•    excellent numeracy.

•    research and analytical ability.

•    problem-solving ability.

•    a good understanding of economics and of the legislation relating to financial services.

•    attention to detail.

•    high level of computer literacy, as specialised software may be used.

•    written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge and Skills

• Actuarial Problem Solving
• Issues management
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Personal Attributes

• Self-development - Contributing independently
• Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independently
• Nimble learning - Contributing independently
• Tech savvy - Contributing independently
• Build a successful career with us

Core Competencies

• Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
• Customer focus - Contributing independently
• Drives results - Contributing independently
• Collaborates - Contributing independently
• Being resilient - Contributing independently

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity.  This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa.  The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.

Nova Pioneer Apprentice Teachers 2021

Location: Midrand, Paulshof and Ormonde

Description: Nova Pioneer is looking for superstar Apprentice Teachers to teach Pre-Primary and Primary School (grades 000 - 7) at their Campus in 2021. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring teacher who is currently in their 3rd or 4th year of their BEd qualification or completing their PGCE in 2021 to join a team deeply committed to the development of our people and our children. 

You will partner with your Resident Teacher to empower students using an enquiry-based learning approach and be a part of an innovative network of schools that is developing generations of innovators and leaders who will shape the African Century.

Apprentice teachers support instruction and classroom management and are responsible for helping to drive a rigorous, enquiry-based learning environment the Nova Pioneer way. Apprentice teachers are supported by Resident teachers who partner with them in their growth journey - observing lessons, providing feedback and coaching.

Key responsibilities for the role include:

• Help and support Resident teachers to deliver impactful and engaging enquiry-based lessons supported by technology to enhance instructional delivery.
• Infuse joy and passion for learning into lessons so that students are excited about and invested in their academic excellence.
• Help to set and communicate rigorous and ambitious goals for all students and provide student feedback so they internalize it.
• Work collaboratively with the resident teacher to conduct ongoing assessment of student progress. 
• Use assessment data to adjust instructional content and delivery techniques accordingly
• Attend weekly feedback meetings with resident teachers and Deans to enhance teaching practices.
• Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth including daily team meetings and reflections, weekly professional development meetings, instructional coaching, and organisation wide learning and reflection.
• Communicate regularly with parents through e-mail, telephone and parent-teacher conferences.
• Contribute to and participate in co-curricular programming for at least one activity in the course of a term.
• Participate in a variety of collaborative teams and committees, fulfil supervision duties as assigned including some morning, evening and weekend events.

Skills and Qualifications required:

• You are pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and entering your third or fourth year of study OR a Bachelor’s Degree + Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
• You will not be a qualified teacher at th

e start of 2021.

You are specialising in either ECD (Grades 000-00) or Foundation phase (Grades R-3).

You are provisionally SACE registered.

You have English and Mathematics teaching experience or curriculum knowledge - experience in Singapore Maths and THRASS (English) is not compulsory but ideal.

Experience and/or understanding of Cambridge curriculum objectives would be an advantage.

If you teach specialist subjects such as Science, History, IsiZulu etc. in grades 4 to 6, you should have done the relevant specialist subject in university or have a deep understanding of the subject.

Qualities of a successful candidate:

• You love teaching and care deeply about the success of each and every student.
• You have a deep understanding of children and you know how to connect with the specific age group that you teach.
• You are deeply committed to your development as a teacher and welcome constructive feedback, translating feedback into improvements and innovations in your approach and in your classroom.
• You are able to work within a team-based environment and collaborate with other resident teachers, apprentice teachers and deans.
• You communicate openly and effectively with your colleagues.
• You are adept at using technology for instruction.