Pick n Pay UIF Skills Learnerships | Gauteng | Stipend R2,000 per Month | Apply by 07 August 2026
Pick n Pay is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for its UIF Skills Programme (All-Rounder) in Gauteng.
This 6-month skills development programme provides participants with practical retail experience while developing essential workplace skills through a combination of online learning and hands-on in-store training. Learners will receive a monthly stipend of R2,000 while gaining valuable experience with one of South Africa’s leading retailers.
If you are passionate about customer service and want to build a career in retail, this programme is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and improve your employability.
Programme Overview
| Programme | UIF Skills Programme (All-Rounder) |
|---|---|
| Employer | Pick n Pay |
| Programme Duration | 6 Months |
| Location | Various Pick n Pay Stores, Gauteng |
| Stipend | R2,000 per month |
| Learning Model | Blended Learning (2 Days Online Learning and 3 Days Practical In-Store Training per Week) |
| Closing Date | 07 August 2026 |
About the Programme
The UIF Skills Programme (All-Rounder) is designed to equip unemployed youth with practical retail knowledge and workplace experience.
Participants will receive structured online learning combined with practical in-store training, allowing them to develop customer service, merchandising, stock handling and retail operations skills while working alongside experienced retail professionals.
What You Will Gain
Successful learners will receive:
-Six months of practical retail experience.
-Workplace-ready retail skills.
-Exposure to one of South Africa’s leading retail companies.
-Improved employability and career readiness.
-Ongoing mentorship and workplace support.
What You Will Learn
During the programme, learners will gain practical experience in:
-Customer service excellence.
-Retail operations.
-Merchandising and product replenishment.
-Stock handling and inventory management.
-Point of Sale (POS) processes.
-Workplace professionalism.
-Teamwork and communication.
-Health and safety practices.
-Time management and problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
Successful learners will:
- Attend and complete all online learning modules and assessments.
- Participate fully in practical in-store training.
- Deliver excellent customer service.
- Assist with merchandising and maintaining store standards.
- Support stock replenishment and inventory activities.
- Follow company policies, procedures and health and safety standards.
- Work collaboratively as part of the store team.
- Demonstrate professionalism, accountability and a positive attitude throughout the programme.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
- Be an unemployed South African citizen aged 18โ40 years.
- Have a passion for customer service and the retail industry.
- Have good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be willing to learn and develop new skills.
- Be reliable, punctual and committed to completing the programme.
- Be willing to work flexible retail trading hours, including weekends and public holidays where required.
Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should possess:
- Customer service skills.
- Teamwork abilities.
- Good communication skills.
- Learning agility.
- Adaptability.
- Accountability.
- Attention to detail.
- Positive attitude.
- Professionalism.
Why Join Pick n Pay?
The UIF Skills Programme offers participants the opportunity to:
- Gain valuable workplace experience in retail.
- Develop practical customer service and retail operations skills.
- Learn from experienced retail professionals.
- Improve future employment opportunities.
- Build a solid foundation for a career in the retail industry.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted directly through the employer’s official recruitment platform before the closing date.
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