Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
Maintaining stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity); handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organisation.
An obligation to act for the benefit of society at large.
Displaying a conscious knowledge of one's own character, feelings, motives, and desires.
Staying with a position or plan of action until the desired objective is obtained or is no longer reasonably attainable.
The ability to find solutions to difficult or complex issues.
Presenting ideas effectively to individuals or groups when given time to prepare; delivering presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
Ensuring that a meeting serves its business objectives while using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods and considering the needs and potential contributions of others.
Encouraging others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitating the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
Dealing effectively with others in an antagonistic situation; using appropriate inter-personal styles and methods to reduce tension or conflict between two or more people.
Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.
The following skills/tools are beneficial, but not necessary to qualify for the
opportunity.
and
could
have a
Bachelor's Degree
and
must
have a qualification in the discipline of
Accounting and Auditing
or Business and Management Studies
or Computer Science
or Economics
or Finance
or Industrial Engineering
or Information Systems
or Information Technology
or Law
or Mathematics
or Quantitative Management
or Risk Management
or Statistics
or Supply Chain Management
or Taxation
or Transport and Logistics
or Data Science
and
must complete their qualification
on or before
30 March 2025
and
could have
at least a Honours Degree or
equivalent qualification
The ideal candidate
must have an aggregate of
at least
55 %
and
must
have a
Secondary Education
The ideal candidate
must complete their qualification
after
30 December 2015
The ideal candidate
have nationality in ZA
Required to be eligible to apply for this opportunity.
THEN ABSA WOULD LIKE TO INVITE YOU TO APPLY FOR OUR 2025 BANKING LEARNERSHIP!
Our Learnership offers you the opportunity to work within high performing teams that are situated within the core of the Finance Management function.
It is aimed at unemployed, degreed individuals that are passionate about a career in the Banking Industry, coupled with the drive to grow and develop within a thriving and challenging corporate environment.
The program is run over a 12-month period, over which Learners will also complete an NQF Level 5 qualification that is funded by Absa. In addition, Learners will also receive a basic monthly stipend.
Opportunities available, but not limited to, the following core Finance Functions:
• Group Procurement
• Group Secretariat
• Group Centre Finance
• Product Control Group
• Tax
• Chief Operating Office
• Financial Control
Essential requirements:
• Matric
• NQF Level 7 or 8 qualifications within the following disciplines:
Accounting
Economics
Finance
Law
Supply Chain Management
Logistics
Information Management
Administration
Tax
Management Sciences
Mathematics
Statistics
Risk Management
• English: read, write, speak
• Applicants must NOT be permanently employed and may not have more than 1 year’s relevant work experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite of Applications
• Applicants cannot be registered with another Learnership
• Applicants MUST be South African citizens
Checks that will be performed:
• Full credit checks
• Full criminal checks
• Previous references
• Dismissal history
Documentation required:
• Detailed CV with contactable references (To be uploaded as part of the screening questions)
• Certified copy of ID
• Certified copy of all certificates (incl. Matric) and qualifications
• Full academic transcripts (not password protected)
• Proof of address not older than 3 months (To be uploaded as part of the screening questions)
Candidate must have less than 1 years full-time work experience
Beneficial Skills
Behavioral Competencies
Adaptability
Attention to Detail
Conflict Management
Continuous Learning
Critical Judgment
Leading and Managing Change
Meeting Leadership
Negotiating and Mediating
Presentation
Problem Solving
Resilience / Tenacity
Self-Awareness
Social Responsibility
Stress Management
Thinking Strategically
Time Management/Priority Setting
