EThekwini Municipality is extending an invitation to unemployed South African graduates to apply for the Life Science Learnership Programme for the years 2023 and 2024.
Closing Date for Learnership Applications: September 8, 2023
Learnership Location: KwaZulu-Natal
EThekwini Municipality is currently in the process of recruitment and welcomes eligible candidates to submit their applications for the Life Science Work Experience Programme for the year 2023/2024.
| Reference Number | ETH230804-4 |
|---|---|
| Job Number | WORKEXPLIFESCAUG23 |
| Job Title | Work Experience Programme 2023/2024 Life Science |
| Department | Outreach & Capacity Building |
| Branch | Community Development Projects |
| Location | KwaZulu-Natal |
Job Description EThekwini Municipality is offering opportunities for Work Experience, Inservice-Training/Work Integrated Learning (WIL), and Internships in various fields. Applications are open to candidates who have completed their qualifications (graduates) as well as those who require 18 months of work integrated learning in the study field of Life Science.
Benefits The monthly stipend is structured as follows:
- R2 509.42p.m (less than 2 years qualification & N6)
- R4 069.35p.m (2-year qualification)
- R5 086.71p.m (National Diploma, B. Degree, and BTech)
- R5 934.49p.m (Post-graduate Diploma and Honours Degree)
- R7 630.06p.m (Masters)
Requirements Applicants must possess a recognized qualification(s). The following qualifications are considered:
- Microbiology
- Analytical Chemistry
- Biotech/Biomedical Technology
- Zoology
- Botany
- Hydrology
Individuals who have previously participated or benefited from Government or private sector Work Experience/Internship/In-service/WIL Programmes for a period of 12 months and above will not be considered.
How to Apply Click here to apply online for EThekwini Municipality: Life Science Learnerships 2023.
Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 3 months of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Previous applicants are required to reapply.
Priority will be given to applicants who are underrepresented in terms of race, gender, and disability within the occupational level of the respective advertised posts. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please be informed that successful applicants may be assigned to any of the municipality’s offices, depots, or workplaces within its jurisdiction. Any form of canvassing by councilors or officials regarding these positions will result in disqualification.
As part of the selection process, occupational assessments may be conducted. Additionally, a pre-engagement medical examination will be required.
Applicants who do not receive communication within three months from the closing date should consider their applications as unsuccessful. The principles of Employment Equity will apply in the recruitment process to address work experience placement imbalances experienced by designated groups and ensure equitable representation in all categories.
People with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply.
For further inquiries, please contact:
- Siyanda Cebekhulu: 031 322 2460
- Lihle Sishi: 031 311 3183 / 3192
