SAHPRA Business Administration Learnership

Verified Opportunities for South African Youth.

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA), in collaboration with the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA), is inviting unemployed South Africans to apply for the Business Administration Learnership Programme 2026/2027. This 12-month programme offers funded training, workplace experience and a monthly stipend. Applications close on 23 October 2026 at 16:00.

The programme combines classroom-based learning with practical administrative experience and leads to a Further Education and Training Certificate in Business Administration at NQF Level 4. It provides an opportunity for qualifying applicants to develop valuable workplace skills while gaining experience in a professional working environment.

Organisation SAHPRA

Training Partner HWSETA

Programme Business Administration Learnership

Reference Number 8198

BUS
2026

Year 2026/2027

Location Pretoria, Gauteng

Duration 12 months

Qualification Business Administration NQF Level 4

Closing Date 23 October 2026

Closing Time 16:00

Application Method Online

This learnership is intended for unemployed South Africans interested in developing a career in office administration, business support and related administrative fields.

It may be particularly suitable for Matriculants and individuals holding N4, N5 or N6 certificates who want to gain practical workplace experience.

Applicants should be prepared to participate in both theoretical learning and workplace-based training for the duration of the programme.

Successful learners will receive a monthly stipend during the 12-month programme.

The theoretical training will be fully funded and delivered through an accredited training provider.

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) is responsible for regulating health products in South Africa, including medicines, medical devices and other regulated health products.

SAHPRA works to ensure that regulated health products meet the required standards of safety, quality and effectiveness.

Through its collaboration with HWSETA, SAHPRA provides opportunities for unemployed individuals to acquire occupational knowledge and workplace experience.

The following eligibility requirements are reported in current listings for the 2026/2027 programme. Applicants should confirm them against the full SAHPRA requirements before applying.

Applicants should hold at least one of the following:

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• N4 certificate
• N5 certificate
• N6 certificate

Applicants should:

• Be South African citizens with valid South African identity documents.
• Be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Be currently unemployed.
• Not be participating in another learnership.
• Have a clear criminal record.
• Have a clear credit record.
• Reside in Pretoria to fulfil workplace and training commitments.

The learnership combines theoretical training and practical workplace experience.

Depending on the training activities assigned, learners may gain exposure to:

• General office administration.
• Filing and document management.
• Maintaining administrative records.
• Data capturing and information processing.
• Professional workplace communication.
• Office procedures and administrative support.
• Using office equipment and computer applications.

These are examples of relevant administrative learning activities rather than a confirmed list of duties from SAHPRA.

Learners will be expected to participate in the required training and workplace activities.

Participants may develop skills in:

• Business administration
• Communication
• Time management
• Organisational skills
• Teamwork
• Workplace professionalism
• Admin…