The Free State Department of Health is inviting eligible South African TVET students to apply for 29 Work Integrated Learnership opportunities across hospitals and district offices in the Free State.
The programme is designed for applicants who have completed Grade 12 and obtained an N6 Certificate or academic record in a relevant field. Successful candidates will gain practical workplace experience over 18 months while receiving a stipend of R83,103 per annum.
Opportunities are available in fields including Hospitality Management, Electrical Engineering, Financial Management, Human Resource Management and Managerial Assistant.
The application deadline is 04 September 2026, so eligible applicants should prepare their CVs and submit their applications as early as possible.
Employer
Employer: Free State Department of Health
Programme: TVET Work Integrated Learnership Programme 2026
Location: Various hospitals and district offices across the Free State, South Africa
Programme Duration: 18 months
Employment Type: Work Integrated Learning / Learnership
Total Opportunities: 29 posts
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 plus N6 Certificate or relevant academic record
Citizenship: South African
Closing Date: 04 September 2026
The opportunities are advertised under DPSA Circular 30 of 2026.
Available Learnership Opportunities
| Field | Post Number | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Management | POST 30/110 | 15 |
| Electrical Engineering | POST 30/111 | 2 |
| Financial Management | POST 30/112 | 4 |
| Human Resource Management | POST 30/113 | 6 |
| Managerial Assistant | POST 30/114 | 2 |
| Total | 29 |
Hospitality Management – 15 Posts
Post Number: POST 30/110
Stipend: R83,103 per annum
Placements are available at:
- Pelonomi Hospital – H/L/HM/1/2026 – 1 post
- Botshabelo Hospital – H/L/HM/2/2026 – 1 post
- Universitas Hospital – H/L/HM/3/2026 – 1 post
- Free State Psychiatric Hospital – H/L/HM/4/2026 – 1 post
- Nala Hospital – H/L/HM/5/2026 – 1 post
- Parys Hospital – H/L/HM/6/2026 – 1 post
- Fezi Ngombentombi Hospital – H/L/HM/7/2026 – 1 post
- Boitumelo Hospital – H/L/HM/8/2026 – 2 posts
- Phekolong / Nketoana Hospital – H/L/HM/9/2026 – 1 post
- Dihlabeng Hospital – H/L/HM/10/2026 – 1 post
- Elizabeth Ross Hospital – H/L/HM/11/2026 – 1 post
- Stoffel Coetzee Hospital – H/L/HM/12/2026 – 1 post
- Embekweni Hospital – H/L/HM/13/2026 – 1 post
- Diamant Hospital – H/L/HM/14/2026 – 1 post
Electrical Engineering – 2 Posts
Post Number: POST 30/111
Stipend: R83,103 per annum
- National Hospital – H/L/EE/1/2026 – 1 post
- Thusanong Hospital – H/L/EE/2/2026 – 1 post
Financial Management – 4 Posts
Post Number: POST 30/112
Stipend: R83,103 per annum
- Medical Depot Bloemfontein – H/L/FM/1/2026 – 1 post
- Fezile Dabi District Office – H/L/FM/2/2026 – 1 post
- Tokollo/Mafube Hospital – H/L/FM/3/2026 – 1 post
- Manapo Hospital – H/L/FM/4/2026 – 1 post
Human Resource Management – 6 Posts
Post Number: POST 30/113
Stipend: R83,103 per annum
- Lejweleputswa District Office, Welkom – H/L/HR/1/2026 – 1 post
- Bongani Hospital – H/L/HR/2/2026 – 1 post
- Katleho/Winburg Hospital – H/L/HR/3/2026 – 1 post
- Thebe Hospital – H/L/HR/4/2026 – 1 post
- District Office – H/L/HR/5/2026 – 1 post
- Albert Nzula Hospital – H/L/HR/6/2026 – 1 post
Managerial Assistant – 2 Posts
Post Number: POST 30/114
Stipend: R83,103 per annum
- Mohau Hospital – H/L/MA/1/2026 – 1 post
- Thabo Mofutsanyana District Office – H/L/MA/2/2026 – 1 post
Requirements
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have completed Grade 12.
- Have an N6 Certificate or academic record in the relevant field.
- Not have previously completed an 18-month TVET learnership.
- Meet the requirements applicable to the specific field and placement.
- Demonstrate suitable communication and workplace skills.
Historically disadvantaged individuals will receive preference.
Skills and Competencies
Applicants should have or be able to demonstrate:
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Organisational skills
- Literacy
- Time-management skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Numeracy skills
- Written communication skills
- Spoken communication skills
- Professional and neat presentation
- Good telephone etiquette
Salary / Stipend
Stipend: R83,103 per annum.
The programme has a duration of 18 months.
Applicants should note that the stated amount is an annual stipend and should not be confused with a permanent employee salary.
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful learners will receive practical workplace exposure under the guidance of mentors.
Their duties will generally relate to their:
- Field of study
- Learner Guide
- Workbook
- Logbook
Learners will perform basic tasks assigned by their mentors and participate in activities relevant to their training.
Successful Work Integrated Learning appointees will also be required to attend the funded Personal Mastery Course.
Documents Needed
According to the application information provided, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other supporting documents at the initial application stage.
Applicants should prepare:
- Detailed and updated CV
- Relevant academic information
- N6 Certificate or academic record for reference
- South African ID information
- Any additional documents requested by the e-Recruitment system
The advert indicates that a detailed CV is required at the initial application stage. Applicants should follow any further instructions displayed by the official online application system.
How to Apply
- Visit the Free State Department of Health e-Recruitment system.
- Create an account or sign in if you already have one.
- Search for the TVET Work Integrated Learnership Programme 2026.
- Select the relevant field of study.
- Check the placement and reference number carefully.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload your detailed CV as requested.
- Review your information before submitting.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
- Keep your application or confirmation details for your records.
Applicants should make sure they quote the correct reference number for the placement they are applying for.
Official Application Link
Official Free State Department of Health e-Recruitment system:
https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment
Applicants should use the official application system and avoid paying anyone to submit an application on their behalf.
Application Closing Date
Closing Date: 04 September 2026
Applications should be submitted before the deadline. Early applications are encouraged to avoid last-minute technical or connectivity problems.
Enquiries
For enquiries regarding the Work Integrated Learnership Programme:
Contact: Me MA Monnamoncho
Telephone: 051 408 1736 / 073 842 4648
Expert Guidance
Career expert YouthScope Editorial Team advises applicants to prepare all required documents before applying. Ensure your CV is updated, your qualifications are certified where required, and submit your application well before the closing date to avoid technical issues. Always apply only through the employer’s official recruitment website and keep a copy of your confirmation for your records.
For this opportunity, applicants should pay particular attention to selecting the correct field and reference number because the 29 positions are distributed across different disciplines and locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for the Free State Department of Health TVET learnerships?
South African citizens who have completed Grade 12 and have an N6 Certificate or relevant academic record may apply, provided they meet the requirements for the specific field.
2. How many learnership opportunities are available?
There are 29 Work Integrated Learnership opportunities available across various Free State hospitals and district offices.
3. How much is the stipend?
Successful learners will receive a stipend of R83,103 per annum.
4. How long is the programme?
The Work Integrated Learnership programme runs for 18 months.
5. What fields are available?
The opportunities are available in Hospitality Management, Electrical Engineering, Financial Management, Human Resource Management and Managerial Assistant.
6. Can someone who has already completed an 18-month TVET learnership apply?
No. Applicants who have previously completed an 18-month TVET learnership are not eligible according to the stated requirements.
7. Do I need to upload certified qualifications when applying?
The application information states that copies of qualifications and other supporting documents are not required at the initial application stage. Applicants should submit a detailed CV and follow any additional instructions shown on the official e-Recruitment system.
8. When do applications close?
The closing date is 04 September 2026.
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✅ Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
✅ Last Updated: 23 August 2026
✅ Information Source: Official organisation announcement
✅ Status: Reviewed for accuracy
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