Business Administration Learnership

Dream job Link; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Dream job Link in South Africa offers a 14-month fixed-term Learnership for the National Certificate in Business Administration Services. The program blends classroom theory with practical workplace rotations to build competence in document management, customer relations, meeting logistics, and office digital tools.

Participants must be unemployed matric graduates; disability considerations apply. The program prepares entrants for professional administrative careers through structured

Qualifications

• Educational qualification: Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.
• Language proficiency: minimum pass rate 45% across language subjects.
• Employment status: must be unemployed (Unemployed Learnership Track).
• Criminal record: clear background check.
• Disability: provide original disability medical certificate if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate diaries and meetings; handle office correspondence.
• Maintain filing systems and prepare meeting summaries.
• Enter data into enterprise systems and update tracking sheets.
• Support department leads and cross-functional team tasks.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Office software

Education

Grade 12 / Matric Certificate

Job description

Qualification Title: National Certificate: Business Administration Services

Earn an MBA

NQF Level: Level 4 (SAQA ID: 61595 / 35958 equivalent)

Contract Duration: 14-Month Fixed-Term Learnership

Posting Date: 18 August 2026

Target Group: Unemployed Matric Graduates & Persons with Disabilities

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1. Executive Program Context & Purpose

The NQF Level 4 Business Administration Learnership is a 14-month workplace-integrated learning program designed to equip unemployed youth with professional administrative competencies. In modern corporate ecosystems, effective administrative operations form the operational backbone of business efficiency, customer service, and regulatory compliance.

Earn an MBA

Spanning 14 months, this program blends formal theoretical modules with structured practical workplace rotas. Learners acquire skills across core administrative domains: document management, customer relation processing, meeting logistics, quantitative business literacy, and office digital tools. By embedding key leadership behaviors—such as accountability, simplification, and a growth mindset—the learnership prepares entry-level candidates for sustainable administrative careers.

2. Integrated Learning Architecture & Workflows

Completes NQF Level 4 Coordinates diaries, meetings, Handles office correspondence, Completes POE, undergoes theory modules & manages filing systems, and processes petty cash/bills, quarterly reviews, and classroom training. supports team operations. updates client data. executes workplace tasks.

1. Theoretical Classroom Instruction (NQF 4 Curriculum)

Learners complete accredited unit standards covering foundational business administration concepts:

• Business Communication: Developing professional written business letters, emails, reports, and handling complex telephonic inquiries.
• Office Administration & Systems: Understanding organizational structures, record-keeping protocols, electronic filing systems, and workplace safety rules.
• Mathematical & Financial Literacy: Managing office petty cash, calculating totals, interpreting basic financial spreadsheets, and understanding business budgets.
• Customer Relationship Support: Applying internal and external customer care standards, resolving service queries, and adhering to professional etiquette.

2. Practical Workplace Rotations & Operations

During workplace placement, learners apply theoretical principles directly within operational departments:

• Workflow & Document Management: Indexing, filing, scanning, and archiving physical and digital records in line with company information governance policies.
• Meeting & Logistics Support: Scheduling room bookings, coordinating attendance calendars, preparing meeting agendas, setting up equipment, and drafting meeting summaries.
• Information Processing & Reporting: Entering data into enterprise systems, updating tracking spreadsheets, proofreading documents, and drafting routine office correspondence.
• Team & Stakeholder Liaison: Assisting department leads, managing front-desk communications, and supporting cross-functional team initiatives.

3. Performance Metrics & Competency Standards

Program Phase Focus Area Key Performance Standard

• Months 1–3 Induction & Foundation Theory 100% attendance in core modules; complete initial formative assessments.
• Months 4–8 Departmental Placement Successfully execute daily filing, diary booking, and data entry tasks.
• Months 9–12 Advanced Administrative Support Draft reports, assist in meeting coordination, and update office tracking sheets.
• Months 13–14 POE Assessment & Closeout Finalize and submit Portfolio of Evidence (POE) for SETA verification.

4. Selection Criteria & Candidate Profile

Mandatory Requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Grade 12 / Matric Certificate.
• Language Proficiency: Minimum pass rate of 45% across all language subjects.
• Employment Status: Must be currently unemployed (Unemployed Learnership Track).
• Criminal Record: Clear criminal record background check.
• Disability Consideration: Applicants living with a disability must provide an original medical certificate verifying the nature of the condition.

Core Behavioral Leadership Traits:

• Growth Mindset & Learning Agility: Enthusiastic about mastering new administrative software, business techniques, and taking constructive feedback.
• Execution & Accountability: High personal responsibility, meeting assigned deadlines, and maintaining accuracy in routine tasks.
• Simplification & Collaboration: Ability to streamline repetitive office tasks and work harmoniously across teams without creating operational silos.

5. Application & Portfolio Checklist

• Documents Required: Updated CV, certified copy of Matric Certificate, certified copy of South African ID, and (where applicable) an original disability medical certificate.
• Application Preparation: Highlight computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook), strong language performance, and any prior community, school, or volunteer administrative roles on your CV.