The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites unemployed South African youth who meet the minimum requirements to apply for nine (9) Learnership opportunities in the Data Centre Environment in Gauteng. The programme offers successful applicants an opportunity to gain theoretical knowledge and practical workplace experience while working towards an Occupational Certificate in Cloud Administration at NQF Level 4.

The SITA Learnership Programme is designed to provide young people with an opportunity to develop relevant information technology skills and gain exposure to a professional working environment. Successful candidates will participate in a structured 12-month training programme that combines classroom-based or theoretical learning with practical workplace training.

The programme is suitable for candidates who have completed Grade 12 or an equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification, are currently unemployed, and are interested in building a career in cloud administration and information technology. Applicants are not required to have previous work experience, making this an opportunity for young people who want to gain practical skills and improve their future employment prospects.

Successful learners will receive a monthly stipend of R5,500 for the duration of the programme, subject to the applicable programme arrangements.

SITA Learnership Programme 2026/2027 Details

• Reference Number: Learnership_01_2026
• Job Title: Learnership
• Programme: Occupational Certificate: Cloud Administrator
• NQF Level: 4
• Number of Positions: 9
• Monthly Stipend: R5,500
• Location: SITA, Gauteng/Pretoria
• Duration: 12 months
• Closing Date: 16 October 2026

About the SITA Cloud Administrator Learnership

The learnership focuses on developing skills relevant to the management and support of cloud administration and data centre environments. Cloud computing and data centre services form an important part of modern information technology infrastructure, supporting the storage, processing, management and availability of digital information and systems.

Through the programme, learners will have an opportunity to develop their understanding of cloud administration while gaining practical workplace exposure. The combination of theoretical instruction and practical training is intended to help learners apply the knowledge gained during the programme to real workplace situations.

The Occupational Certificate: Cloud Administrator qualification at NQF Level 4 provides a structured learning pathway for candidates who want to develop their information technology knowledge and skills.

Applicants should be willing to participate fully in the learning activities and practical training required throughout the 12-month period. Commitment, a willingness to learn, computer literacy and the ability to follow instructions will be important for candidates participating in the programme.

Although successful completion of the learnership may improve future employment prospects, applicants should understand that permanent employment is not guaranteed.

SITA indicates that learners who successfully complete the programme may be considered for absorption into the organisation. Any such consideration will depend on organisational requirements and the availability of suitable vacancies.

Minimum Requirements for the SITA Learnership

Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for the programme:

• Must be an unemployed South African citizen.
• Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Must have a Matric/Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be willing to participate in theoretical learning and practical workplace training.
• No previous work experience is required.
• Must not have previously participated in a learnership programme within SITA.

Candidates should carefully review these requirements before submitting an application. Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee selection, as applications will be assessed according to the agency’s recruitment and selection procedures.

The opportunity is particularly relevant to young people who have completed Grade 12 and want to enter the information technology sector but have not yet gained formal work experience.

Applicants who have previously participated in a SITA learnership programme should take note of the eligibility restriction. Candidates must also be prepared to provide the necessary supporting documents and complete the application process as instructed.

Persons with Disabilities and Designated Groups

SITA encourages applications from persons with disabilities and candidates from designated groups, including White, Coloured and Indian South Africans.

The agency is an Employment Equity employer, and appointments will be made in accordance with its Employment Equity Plan. Preference will be given to members of designated groups, as indicated in the vacancy information.

Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date. Applicants should ensure that the information provided on the application form is accurate and that all required documents are submitted through the specified channels.

Duties and Learning Opportunities

The learnership is centred on developing the knowledge and practical competencies required for cloud administration in a data centre environment.

While the official vacancy information does not provide a detailed list of daily duties, the programme combines theoretical learning with practical workplace experience. Learners should therefore be prepared to participate in structured training activities related to their qualification.

The programme may provide exposure to relevant information technology concepts, cloud computing environments, data centre operations and the technical support processes associated with digital infrastructure. The specific learning activities will be determined by the programme structure and the training arrangements made by SITA.

Learners are expected to take their training seriously, follow workplace procedures and demonstrate a willingness to develop new skills throughout the programme.

The 12-month duration provides an opportunity to build foundational knowledge and gain experience that may be useful when applying for future entry-level information technology opportunities.

Documents to Submit

Applicants must prepare the following documents:

• An updated CV.
• Certified copies of original qualifications, including the Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
• A copy of the South African ID document.
• Any additional information specifically requested on the official application form.

Candidates should check that their documents are clear, complete and ready to submit. Where certification is required, ensure that the copies meet the relevant requirements.

Applicants with foreign qualifications are responsible for having those qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Enquiries

For questions about the SITA Learnership Programme, application requirements or submission process, applicants may contact the recruitment team using the email address provided in the vacancy notice.

Email: [email protected]

Candidates should use this email address for enquiries relating to the programme and should allow sufficient time for any questions to be addressed before the closing date.

Closing Date: 16 October 2026

The closing date for the SITA Learnership Programme is 16 October 2026.

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete the online application form and submit all the required supporting documents before the deadline. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Applicants should avoid waiting until the final day to complete the application process, as this allows time to check the form, prepare the supporting documents and resolve any submission issues.

Important Information for Applicants

SITA has stated that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates. If an applicant does not receive feedback within two months of the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Only candidates who meet the requirements should apply. SITA reserves the right not to make an appointment, and recruitment is subject to the agency’s applicable selection procedures.

Any appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance, verification of qualifications and other applicant documents, and reference checking.

CVs submitted by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Candidates should also note that the opportunity is a 12-month learnership and that possible absorption into SITA after successful completion is subject to organisational needs and the availability of vacancies.

Why Consider This Learnership?

The SITA Cloud Administrator Learnership offers eligible young South Africans an opportunity to pursue an entry-level pathway into the information technology sector. The programme combines formal learning with practical workplace experience and provides a monthly stipend of R5,500 during the 12-month period.

For unemployed candidates who have completed Grade 12 and are interested in cloud computing, data centres and information technology, the learnership may provide a useful foundation for further professional development.

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements should prepare their documents, complete the application form and email the required supporting documents to SITA before 16 October 2026.

How to Apply for the SITA Learnership Programme

Interested and suitably qualified candidates must complete the online application form using the link provided in the official SITA learnership advertisement.

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Open the official SITA 2026/2027 Learnership Programme application form for Gauteng.
2. Complete the application form with the required personal, educational and other relevant information.
3. Review the information entered to ensure that it is correct before submitting the form.
4. After completing the form, email your CV, certified copies of your original qualifications and a copy of your South African ID document to [email protected].
5. Ensure that the required documents are attached to the email and that the application is submitted before the closing date.

The advertisement provides a QR code as an alternative way to access the application form. Applicants can scan the QR code on the original vacancy advertisement or use the application link supplied with the official notice.

• Application Form: SITA 2026/2027 Learnership Programme (Gauteng) – Fill out form.

Applicants should use the application link from the official SITA advertisement or the agency’s verified recruitment channels. The application link itself was not included as a full web address in the supplied vacancy details.

Apply before the closing date to be considered for one of the nine available learnership opportunities.