Clicks Youth Employment Programme 2026: Opportunity in the Health & Beauty Retail Sector
About the Clicks
Clicks is one of South Africa’s leading retail organizations within the health and beauty sector. Operating extensively across the country, the company serves millions of customers through its well-established retail network and supply chain operations.
With a strong reputation in the FMCG and retail industry, Clicks is committed to skills development, youth empowerment, and inclusive employment practices. The organization actively supports transformation initiatives and provides structured training programmes aimed at equipping young South Africans with meaningful workplace experience.
About the Clicks Youth Employment Programme 2026
The Youth Employment Programme is designed to provide unemployed young individuals with structured learning and practical workplace exposure within the retail environment. The programme combines theoretical classroom-based instruction with hands-on training conducted in an operational retail store.
Participants will gain insight into store operations, customer engagement, and checkout procedures within the health and beauty retail sector. Throughout the programme, learners will be guided and assessed to ensure competency development aligned with occupational standards.
Key responsibilities and learning areas include:
- Assisting customers in a professional and courteous manner
- Operating checkout systems under supervision
- Supporting daily store operations and merchandising activities
- Adhering to company policies and operational procedures
- Participating in structured classroom learning sessions
- Maintaining a clean and organized working environment.
Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a NQF Level 2 Checkout Operator occupational qualification, enhancing their employability within the retail sector.
Location: Gauteng
Industry: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Employment Equity Position: Yes
For application purposes, please kindly take note of the Clicks Youth Employment Programme 2026’s Reference Numbers below.
Programe Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold South African citizenship
- Meet the age requirement of 18–29 years
- Have successfully completed Matric
- Remain currently unemployed
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Work effectively in a team environment and show a willingness to learn
- Confirm that you are not currently enrolled in a Learnership or Skills Programme.
Application Process
Interested candidates to join Clicks Youth Employment Programme should apply online through the official Clicks careers portal:
- Youth Employment Programme (Bloemfontein) – Ref. No. click_027011 (Closing Date: 05 October 2026)
Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: Clicks is committed to Employment Equity principles. If the application link is no longer accessible, the opportunity may have closed.
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