Workplace Experience Student: Business Enablement – Tiger Brands – South Africa
📍 Location: Germiston, Gauteng
📅 Date Posted: 8 April 2025
🗓️ Application Closing Date: 8 May 2025
About the Company
Tiger Brands is Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). The company is renowned for producing and distributing iconic, award-winning brands that have become a part of daily life for consumers across the continent. With a strong commitment to excellence, Tiger Brands manufactures and markets everyday branded food and beverage products, making a meaningful impact on lives and communities. Their dedication to growth and quality continues to drive innovation and success in the FMCG sector.
Role Overview
The Workplace Experience Programme is a 12-month graduate opportunity designed to provide hands-on experience and practical exposure to key business enablement functions within Tiger Brands. This programme will give you the chance to work on real projects and gain valuable experience to accelerate your career in business and finance.
Key Responsibilities
As a Workplace Experience Student in Business Enablement, your role will include the following responsibilities:
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Support Project Work: Assist in a variety of business enablement projects, gaining insights into the operational aspects of the business.
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Problem-solving: Utilize your analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute to project work and team initiatives.
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Collaborative Work: Work alongside cross-functional teams to complete a Work Integrated Learning project assigned by your Line Manager.
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On-the-job Experience: Gain practical work experience that aligns with your career aspirations and academic qualifications.
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Additional Responsibilities: Take on extra duties as requested to help achieve business objectives and gain a broader understanding of the company’s operations.
What You’ll Bring to the Table
You will be an excellent fit for this opportunity if you:
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Have a Bachelor’s degree in Management Accounting, Cost Management, Financial Management, or a related field.
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Are currently in your final year of study, or have recently completed your qualification.
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Have no more than one year of full-time work experience in your field of study.
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Are a South African citizen and based in Germiston.
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Have a strong passion for business enablement and are eager to develop your professional skills.
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Are highly motivated and ready to take on new challenges in a fast-paced business environment.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
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Educational Requirements: A BCom qualification or similar, with a focus on Management Accounting, Cost Management, or Financial Management.
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Experience: No more than one year of full-time work experience in your field of study.
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Additional Documents: When applying, please ensure that you attach the following documents:
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CV
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Matric Certificate
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ID
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Academic Transcripts
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What the Company Offers
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Hands-on Experience: The programme provides valuable, practical work experience that will help you build your career in business enablement and finance.
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Collaborative Environment: Work with cross-functional teams and gain exposure to various business areas.
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Career Development: Develop your professional skills through structured learning and mentorship, setting the foundation for long-term career growth within Tiger Brands.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Tiger Brands is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. In line with the company’s employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented designated groups. However, all applicants will be considered based on their qualifications and suitability for the role.
How to Apply
If you meet the qualifications and are ready to kick-start your career, apply by 8 May 2025. Submit your application along with the required documents through Jobs and Career Opportunities.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process. If you do not receive a response within 21 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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