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The Agriculture, Forestry & Fishery Department Learnerships for 2023/2024 present a unique opportunity for individuals to engage in hands-on learning experiences within these vital sectors.
The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fishery offer learnerships, bursaries, and internships, as well as junior land care development programs, skilled training programs and more. With their programs, they aim to educate the youth of South Africa to assist in stabilizing the economy and provide sufficient work for all.
The Department of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fishery is in charge of all sectors referring to agriculture, forestry and fishery in South Africa. It has to certify that all food products are safe for consumption and that there is adequate supply for the demand. It works in close proximity to all sectors under its wings including perishable products, agricultural research, biological products, fisheries, environmental affairs, water affairs and more.
They seek gifted young individuals each year to learn more within their field, to be educated by the best in the business and to grow together, building a stronger nation. If any of the fields below are within your interest and you meet all requirements, you may apply once their learnerships open. Good luck to all candidates!
Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries Learnerships Available
This Department has a variety of fields that it offers to talented individuals.
Candidates may look at the following fields and more once applications open:
- Agricultural Science
- Food Technology
- Environmental Health
- Features Writing
- Journalism
- Communications
- Public Relations
- Office Management
- Business Management
- Economics
- Marketing
- Coordination
- Finance
- Public Administration
- Events Management
- Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Agronomy
- Plant Productions
- Plant Pathology
- Entomology
- Development Studies
- Crop Production
- Biology
- Botany
- Dairy Products
- Pasture Science
- Wildlife Management
- Animal Production
- Grassland Science
- Rural Development
Not what you are looking for? See the full list of Government Learnerships.
Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries Learnerships Requirements
Candidates interested in applying for a learnership with this Department once they open will be required to meet all the stipulations as set by the Department. This Department upholds the equity principals as set by Government and offers equal opportunities to all. Candidates may be required to submit their age, race, and gender, along with any disabilities.
Candidates must also have the following:
- A valid Grade 12 / Martic certification
- Must be between 18 and 35 years of age
- You must not have partaken in any other learnership prior to this application
- Must hold a diploma or degree in the relevant field (where applicable)
- Proof of residence
Candidates must submit a curriculum vitae with up-to-date contact details and all relevant information. Candidates must also submit a motivational letter and provide references. Candidates must complete the application in full and ensure it is signed.
Please do not submit your original certificates, but only certified copies as documentation will not be returned. Applications that are received after the advertised closing date, are missing documentation or is not signed, will not be taken into consideration.
Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries Learnerships Application
Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries learnership applications online can be found yearly on their website as soon as they open. Once they open they will be displayed here under the careers tab. Candidates need to download, print and complete the Z83 application form.
Once applications open, candidates can submit all documentation to the following address:
Director General
Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries
Sector Education and Training
Private Bag X 250
Pretoria
0001
For more information on their opportunities, candidates can have a look here.
Please note that the Department has the right to verify all documentation and references. Learnerships provided by this Department usually span over a 12 month period, unless stated otherwise. Only those candidates who make it to the shortlist will be contacted. Candidates who have not been contacted within three months of the closing date can assume that their application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates may be required to partake in a series of skills tests.
Department of Agriculture, Forestry & Fishery Learnerships Closing Date
Candidates should be on the lookout for advertisements in magazines and local newspapers as the Department will be placing advertisements as soon as learnerships open yearly.
Will the learner be paid?
There is a specified minimum learner allowance that must be paid to unemployed learners in a learnership. This is not a salary but covers expenses like travel and meals. Again, you should contact the relevant SETA for more information.
Note: The amount paid as a learner allowance depends on the SETA, type of learnership and the level of qualification. The allowances and conditions are agreed to with each learner before the commencement of the learnership.
How long does it take to complete a learnership?
Learnerships will last as long as it takes to complete the qualification. This means that if the duration of the qualification is two years, then the learnership will last for that period of time.
What does a learner receive on completion?
During the learnership, learners will be required to complete assignments, tasks and practical tests and projects. They will be formally assessed in the classroom and workplace.
If all these assignments are completed successfully, they will be awarded an NQF-registered qualification, that is recognised nationally. They will receive a certificate stating the qualification and the area of skill development.
What is required to enter into a learnership?
If you are accepted you will need to sign two legal documents:
1. Learnership Agreement: this is an agreement signed by you, the organisation employing you, and the education and provider offering the theoretical training component of the learnership. This agreement clearly outlines the rights and responsibilities of all three parties.
2. Employment contract: this is a contract you will sign with the employ er, which is only valid for the time period of the learnership.
Will I get a job after completing the learnership?
Employment is not guaranteed, but once you have successfully completed your learnership, you will be in a much better position to market yourself as you will now have both work experience and theoretical training. You may also be in a better position to start your own business and generate an income that way.
Can a learnership be terminated ?
Yes, a learnership can be terminated under certain circumstances:
An employer can terminate the contract of a learnership if:
- The duration specified in the learnership agreement has expired;
- The employer and learner have agreed in writing to terminate the learnership agreement, or if there is no such agreement, the SETA t hat registered the agreement approves the termination; or
- The learner is fairly dismissed for a reason related to the learners conduct or capacity as an employee.
For more information, contact the SETA that manages the learnerships in the field in which you are interested.
Who is eligible for a learnership?
Learnerships are available for young people who have completed school, college or learning at other training institutions. You must be older than 16 and younger than 35 to be eligible for a learnership. Unemployed South Africans can only participate in a learnership if there is an employer prepared to provide the required work experience.
How to participate in a learnership?
By now you have already put some thought into your career path, and as a result you will be able to identify a learnership that will support your career goals.Your career path should be in fluenced by your interests, skills and strengths. The responsibility rests with you to investigate and research the different learnership options. You should find out as much as you can, including information on the criteria and requirements for entering a learnership.
What are the entry requirements?
Different learnerships have different entry requirements. We recommend that you contact the provider of the learnership for full details on the specific requirements for the learnership of your choice. For many learnerships, the minimum entry requirement is a National Senior Certificate or National Certificate: Vocational, but there may be more specific subject requirements or even skills requirements such as computer literacy.
What are the benefits for learners?
- You may have better employment opportunities after completing a learnership;
- You have a fixed-term employment contract for the duration of the learnership;
- Learnerships improve on the job performance so you are able to do things relevant to the job;
- You obtain a nationally-recognised qualification that is relevant to the sector; and
- You earn a learner allowance for the duration of the learnership.
How much does a learnership cost?
Learnerships are generally funded by a relevant SETA. Since the cost of learnerships varies across SETAs and types/levels of qualifications, you should contact the relevant SETA for more information.
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