Uif Learnership
pick n pay retailers
📍 gauteng south africa🕐 1mo ago🔗 workday
Job Description
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
UIF Skills Programme Learner
Building Skills. Creating Opportunities. Growing Our Future.
Kick-start your career with Pick n Pay's UIF Skills Programme. This six-month programme offers unemployed South African youth the opportunity to gain practical retail experience while developing valuable workplace skills through a combination of online learning and hands-on in-store training.
If you are eager to learn, passionate about customer service, and looking to build a career in retail, this programme is for you.
What You'll Gain
• Six months of practical retail experience
• Workplace-ready retail skills
• Exposure to one of South Africa's leading retailers
• Improved employability and career readiness
Programme Details
• Programme Duration: 6 Months
• Stipend: R2,000 per month
• Learning Model: Blended Learning (2 days online learning and 3 days in-store practical training per week)
• Location: Various Pick n Pay Stores within Gauteng Region
**Minimum Requirements**
* Grade 12 (Matric)
* Unemployed South African youth aged **18–40 years**
* Passion for customer service and the retail industry
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Willingness to learn and develop new skills
* Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing the programme
Able to work flexible retail hours, including weekends and public holidays where required
**Competencies**
* Customer Focus
* Teamwork
* Communication Skills
* Learning Agility
* Adaptability
* Accountability
* Attention to Detail
* Positive Attitude
* Professionalism
**What You Will Learn**
During the programme, learners will gain practical experience and develop skills in:
* Customer service excellence
* Retail operations
* Merchandising and product replenishment
* Stock handling and inventory basics
* Point of Sale (POS) processes
* Workplace professionalism
* Teamwork and communication
* Health and safety practices
* Time management and problem-solving
**Key Responsibilities**
* Attend and complete all online learning modules and assessments
* Participate fully in practical in-store training
* Deliver excellent customer service
* Assist with merchandising and maintaining store standards
* Support stock replenishment and inventory activities
* Follow company policies, procedures, and health and safety standards
* Work collaboratively as part of the store team
* Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a positive attitude throughout the programme
_If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!_
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