MTN invites unemployed South African Youth who meet all the necessary criteria to apply for the Learnerships programme 2026
MTN Learnerships 2026: Graduate and Trainee Opportunities
MTN South Africa, in partnership with Bayobab, is offering exciting MTN Learnerships for 2026 aimed at developing young graduates with strong administrative, coordination, and strategic support skills. This opportunity is ideal for graduates looking to gain practical workplace experience within a leading telecommunications and digital solutions company.
The MTN Learnership Programme provides hands-on exposure to corporate operations, enterprise-wide initiatives, and strategic projects, preparing participants for long-term career growth within the ICT and business environment.
Job Purpose and Responsibilities
Mission / Core Purpose of the Role
The Trainee will provide end-to-end administrative and coordination support to the assigned Bayobab function. The role involves supporting strategic initiatives, assisting with project execution, and ensuring effective communication and reporting across teams and stakeholders.
Key Performance Areas and Deliverables
Successful candidates will be responsible for achieving the following objectives:
- Provide meaningful input during strategic and operational meetings
- Support enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
- Coordinate and facilitate ad hoc stakeholder meetings
- Escalate critical issues that may impact time, scope, cost, productivity, or resources
- Contribute to internal and global projects
- Prepare documentation for approvals, sign-offs, and decision-making
- Support execution and alignment with functional and business strategies
- Compile and submit progress, status, and ad hoc reports
- Type and format reports according to MTN standards
- Assist in risk mitigation, governance, and compliance controls
- Report periodically to line management on progress and performance metrics
- Drive continuous improvement to achieve optimal service quality
- Research, create, edit, and quality-check presentations in line with MTN corporate branding standards
- Collate and manage information for reporting to Senior Management, cross-functional teams, and vendors
- Assist in maintaining and curating knowledge bases and support staff with access to information
- Interface with OpCo (Operating Company) stakeholders on strategic initiatives
- Assist with producing service documentation, including:
- Contract annexures
- Training materials
- Business presentations
- Support the development and updating of governance policies and strategies
- Provide general administrative, coordination, planning, and organisational support
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Job Requirements
Education
Applicants must have one of the following qualifications:
- A relevant 3- or 4-year Bachelor’s Degree, or
- A 3- or 4-year National Diploma in a related field
Required Competencies and Skills
Candidates applying for the MTN Learnerships 2026 should demonstrate the following competencies:
Technical and Administrative Skills
- Strong administrative and coordination skills
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Accurate information processing and documentation
- Ability to follow structured work procedures and company policies
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills
- Effective dissemination of information
- High level of emotional intelligence (EQ) and cultural awareness
Personal Attributes
- Strong time management and prioritisation abilities
- Action-oriented and deadline-driven
- Detail-oriented, accurate, and responsive
- Flexible, agile, and adaptable to change
- Professional presence with integrity and accountability
Why Apply for MTN Learnerships 2026?
- Gain valuable graduate-level work experience at MTN
- Exposure to strategic projects and enterprise initiatives
- Develop critical administrative, reporting, and coordination skills
- Enhance employability in the telecommunications and corporate sector
- Work within a globally recognised organisation