Company: Clicks Group
Location: Gauteng (Inland North & South), KwaZulu-Natal (Durban)
Remuneration: Stipend provided during the programme
Closing Date:

• Gauteng (Inland North): 15 September 2025
• Gauteng (Inland South): 17 September 2025
• KwaZulu-Natal (Durban): 14 September 2025

Introduction

Youth unemployment continues to be one of South Africa’s biggest challenges. Many young people finish school with ambition and potential but struggle to access real work opportunities. To help bridge this gap, Clicks Group has introduced the Youth Employment Programme 2025 / 2026, giving unemployed youth a chance to gain skills, training, and workplace exposure in the health and beauty retail sector.

If you are a young South African with a Matric certificate, this programme could be your entry point into the retail world and a stepping stone to long-term career success.

What is Clicks Group Youth Employment Programme?

The Clicks Group Youth Employment Programme is designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in retail. The programme combines structured classroom learning with hands-on in-store training, ensuring that learners graduate with confidence and industry-relevant skills.

Through this initiative, participants will:

• Gain an understanding of retail operations and customer service.
• Develop interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Build confidence in a professional work environment.
• Learn to meet the demands of a fast-paced retail business.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify for the Clicks Group Youth Employment Programme 2025 / 2026, applicants must:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Be between 18 and 29 years old.
• Have completed Matric / Grade 12 successfully.
• Be currently unemployed.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to work well in a team and show a genuine willingness to learn.

Role Responsibility

Participants in the programme will take on responsibilities aligned with entry-level retail positions, including:

• Assisting customers with product information and purchases.
• Maintaining store standards, stock displays, and cleanliness.
• Supporting the team in achieving sales targets.
• Learning store operations, from tills to stock management.
• Participating in training sessions and workshops to develop retail knowledge.

Skills and Attributes

Ideal candidates should demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities and teamwork orientation.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a retail environment.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Problem-solving ability and initiative.
• Professionalism and punctuality.

Why Choose Clicks Group?

Clicks is one of South Africa’s leading health, beauty, and wellness retailers with branches nationwide. By joining this programme, youth gain:

• Practical experience with a trusted retail brand.
• Mentorship from experienced retail professionals.
• Potential career growth within the Clicks Group.
• A stronger CV with real-world retail experience valued by employers.

This opportunity is not only about securing short-term employment—it’s about opening doors to long-term retail careers.

How to Apply for the Clicks Group Youth Employment Programme 2025 / 2026

Interested applicants must prepare:

• A detailed CV highlighting education and skills.
• A certified copy of their Matric certificate.
• A certified copy of their South African ID.

Applications are submitted online through the official Clicks Group careers portal.

Application Links:

• Gauteng (Inland North) – Closing date: 15 September 2025
  Apply Here
• Gauteng (Inland South) – Closing date: 17 September 2025
  Apply Here
• KwaZulu-Natal (Durban) – Closing date: 14 September 2025
  Apply Here

Conclusion

The Clicks Group Youth Employment Programme 2025 / 2026 offers South African youth a life-changing opportunity to gain training, work exposure, and career-building skills in the retail sector. For unemployed matriculants, this programme is a golden chance to take the first step into a rewarding career journey.