CAPACITI Advanced Digital Skills Programme

CAPACITI - UVU Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital skills training organization in Johannesburg is looking for candidates for its year-long Advanced Digital Skills Programme. This program includes immersive training in various tracks like Java Development and Cybersecurity, followed by a 6-month internship. Ideal candidates should have relevant IT qualifications, strong communication skills, and be committed to full-time training. The program aims to equip young professionals for success in the tech industry.

Qualifications

• Completed qualifications in relevant tech domain-specific fields.
• Must provide certificate of highest academic achievement.
• Must be an EE candidate.

Responsibilities

• Commit fully to campus-based experiential learning and training.
• Complete and submit assessments and projects on time.
• Participate in professional development workshops.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work well in a team

Resilience

Education

NQF Level 6 or higher qualification in an IT specialized stream

Qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, Cyber Security

Job description

Purpose

The CAPACITI Advanced Digital Skills Programme is a year-long initiative designed to equip young tech professionals with the skills necessary to thrive in the digital economy. It begins with 6 months of intensive and immersive training at our Braamfontein Accelerator, where candidates are streamed into career-specific tracks such as Java and Cybersecurity. Following this, candidates will participate in a 6-month internship with a CAPACITI corporate partner, allowing them to apply the skills they developed during their training.

Programme Streams

Successful candidates will be placed into one of the following specialised tracks based on their qualifications and programme availability:

• Java Development
• Cybersecurity
• Data Analysis
• Automation and Software Testing
• Integrations & Extend Development

Delivery Modality

Campus-based experiential learning and training as workplace simulation. Candidates collaborate and complete workplace activities such as problem solving, business communication, and submit practical assessments, projects, and examinations of work undertaken. The training element of the course is delivered over a minimum period of 6 months, supported by extensive job and career-critical skills training.

Expectations from Candidates

• Commit fully to campus-based experiential learning and training with excellence and resilience.
• Complete and submit assessments and projects as required throughout the program.
• Complete practical workplace activities on time and to a high standard.
• Participate in all activities, tasks, and workshops.
• Engage in professional development workshops, activities, teamwork, and reflection for personal growth.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with mentors and managers.
• Be open to new, challenging, and life-changing interventions and career activations.

Minimum Requirements

• NQF Level 6 or higher qualification in an IT specialised stream.
• Completed qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, Cyber Security, or other tech domain-specific fields.
• Provide your certificate of highest academic achievement.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Must be an EE candidate.

Personal and Eligibility Criteria

• No criminal record and a clean credit history.
• South African nationality.
• Aged between 18-34.
• Currently unemployed and not participating in any other learnership, internship, or graduate programme.
• Available to attend full-time training Monday to Friday.
• Committed to the full 12-month programme and its completion.
• Available from September 2025.
• Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be made during recruitment upon request.

Selection Process

Our recruitment process includes:

• Internal assessments.
• Telephonic screening.
• Psychometric tests.
• Final interviews.

Note: Applicants must meet the minimum criteria at each recruitment phase to progress. This includes performing well in assessments and interviews. Eligibility checks will be conducted by our funders, including Naspers and the Jobs Fund.