Wits Health Consortium (Pty) Ltd (WHC), a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of the Witwatersrand, is inviting unemployed South African youth to apply for its Youth Employment Services (YES) Programme for 2025/2026. This initiative is designed to empower young people through valuable workplace experience, skills development, and personal growth.
About the Programme
The YES Programme aims to transform the lives of unemployed youth by providing them with meaningful employment and learning opportunities across various administrative and support roles within WHC. The programme supports the national YES4Youth initiative, which addresses youth unemployment by creating sustainable entry-level jobs.
Available Positions
The following fixed-term 12-month positions are available in Gauteng:
- Banking Administrator (x1) – Ref: YES001
- Compliance Administrator (x2) – Ref: YES002
- Fleet Administrator (x1) – Ref: YES003
- Grant Administrator (x8) – Ref: YES004
- Payroll Clerk (x1) – Ref: YES005
- Procurement/IT Administrator (x1) – Ref: YES006
- HR Administrator (x2) – Ref: YES007
- Finance Administrator (x7) – Ref: YES008
- Maintenance Assistant (x1) – Ref: YES009
- Office Assistant (x2) – Ref: YES010
Minimum Requirements
To qualify for the WHC YES Programme, applicants must:
- Be Black South Africans as defined by the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Act (African, Coloured, or Indian citizens).
- Be between 18 and 29 years old.
- Be currently unemployed.
- Have never participated in a YES Programme before.
- Show a positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to the programme.
Desirable Educational Qualifications
| Job Title | Qualification Required |
| HR Administrator | Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management |
| Finance Administrator | Diploma or Degree in Finance Management |
| Office Assistant | Grade 12 |
| Maintenance Assistant | Grade 12 / Trade Qualification advantageous |
| Fleet Administrator | Higher Certificate or Diploma in Fleet Management or related |
| Compliance Administrator | Degree in Risk Management or related |
| Payroll Clerk | Grade 12 |
| Grant Administrator | Diploma or Degree in Accounting |
| Procurement/IT Administrator | Diploma or Degree in Business Management or Information Technology |
| Banking Administrator | Diploma or Degree in Business Management or related |
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications via email to: vacancies35@witshealth.co.za
Application instructions:
- Use the reference number and job title in the email subject line (e.g., “YES007 – HR Administrator”).
- Attach the following documents in your email:
- A cover letter (maximum one page) clearly stating the position you are applying for.
- A detailed CV.
- A certified copy of your ID.
- Qualification certificates (including Matric certificate).
Important Notes
- The appointment will be made in line with WHC’s Employment Equity goals and plan.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from WHC within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
CLOSING DATE: 6 NOVEMBER 2025
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