Youth Employment Programme – Clicks Group (Gauteng)
Company: Clicks Group
Programme: Youth Employment Programme
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management / Retail / Wholesale / Supply Chain
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Employment Equity: Yes
Closing Date: 8 July 2026
Listing Reference: click_025557
Programme Overview
Clicks Group is offering an exciting opportunity through its Youth Employment Programme, designed to provide unemployed young South Africans with valuable workplace experience and skills development within the health and beauty retail sector.
This programme aims to support young people who are looking to enter the workforce by combining structured classroom learning with practical, on-the-job training in a retail store environment. Participants will gain exposure to daily retail operations while developing essential workplace skills that can help them build a foundation for future career opportunities.
The Youth Employment Programme is ideal for individuals who are motivated, eager to learn, and interested in developing a career within the retail, customer service, and FMCG industries. Successful participants will receive practical experience working in a professional retail environment while gaining knowledge and skills related to customer service, store operations, and checkout procedures.
Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a NQF Level 2 Checkout Operator occupational qualification, providing them with a recognised qualification and valuable experience that can improve future employment opportunities.
About Clicks Group
Clicks Group is a leading South African health and beauty retailer committed to providing quality products, excellent customer service, and opportunities for skills development. Through programmes such as the Youth Employment Programme, Clicks supports youth development by creating pathways for unemployed young people to gain workplace exposure and improve their employability.
The programme reflects Clicks Group’s commitment to investing in young talent and helping participants develop confidence, workplace skills, and practical retail experience.
Key Programme Activities
Participants in the Youth Employment Programme will take part in both theoretical and practical learning activities.
The programme includes:
Classroom Learning
Participants will complete structured classroom-based training designed to introduce them to important retail concepts and workplace practices.
Learning areas may include:
- Customer service principles.
- Retail operations.
- Checkout procedures.
- Workplace communication.
- Basic store processes.
- Professional conduct and workplace expectations.
The classroom component provides participants with the knowledge required to perform effectively in a retail environment.
Practical On the Job Training
Participants will gain hands-on experience by working within a Clicks retail store environment.
Practical training will include:
- Assisting customers in a professional and helpful manner.
- Learning retail store procedures.
- Developing checkout operator skills.
- Understanding daily store operations.
- Working alongside experienced retail team members.
- Applying classroom knowledge in real workplace situations.
This combination of learning and practical experience allows participants to develop both technical and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered:
- Must be a South African citizen.
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 29 years old.
- Must have successfully completed Matric.
- Must currently be unemployed.
- Must not currently be registered on another Learnership or Skills Programme.
- Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must be willing to learn and develop new skills.
- Must be able to work effectively as part of a team.
The programme is aimed specifically at unemployed youth who are ready to gain their first workplace experience and develop skills for future career opportunities.
Skills and Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Motivated and eager to learn.
- Reliable and committed to completing the programme.
- Friendly and customer-focused.
- Able to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
- Comfortable working in a team environment.
- Adaptable and willing to take guidance from experienced team members.
- Professional and respectful in the workplace.
Strong interpersonal skills are important because participants will interact with customers and colleagues regularly.
Benefits of Joining the Programme
The Youth Employment Programme provides participants with an opportunity to:
- Gain valuable retail work experience.
- Develop professional workplace skills.
- Improve confidence and communication abilities.
- Receive structured training and mentorship.
- Earn an NQF Level 2 Checkout Operator occupational qualification upon completion.
- Improve future employment prospects within the retail and FMCG sectors.
This programme is a valuable stepping stone for young people who want to start their careers and gain practical experience in a respected retail organisation.
Application Information
Young South Africans who meet the requirements and are interested in building a career in retail are encouraged to apply for the Clicks Group Youth Employment Programme before the closing date.
Applications must be submitted by 8 July 2026. Eligible candidates who are passionate about learning, customer service, and personal development are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and begin their journey towards gaining workplace experience and a recognised qualification.