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| Bursaries, |
| Job Title: | Bursary Programme – Econofoods Team Members |
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| Closing Date: | 2025-07-23 |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Job Reference: | BursProg2025 |
| Industry: | Retail / FMCG / Education |
| Location: | South Africa |
| Salary: | Market Related |
Econofoods 2025 Bursary Programme – Empowering Team Members Through Education
Introduction
Econofoods, a fast-growing FMCG retail leader in South Africa, is proud to launch its 2025 Bursary Programme. This exciting initiative is exclusively available to full-time Econofoods or Taylor Made Foods employees, supporting career growth through further education.
What the Bursary Is About
The bursary programme aims to help team members pursue qualifications in retail-related fields. In partnership with the W&RSETA, Econofoods will offer 7 bursaries, each valued up to R50,000, to cover tuition and study materials.
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is ideal for Econofoods employees who are passionate about retail, committed to their professional development, and looking to obtain a formal qualification related to their field of work.
Skills Requirements
- South African citizen
- Full-time employee at Econofoods or Taylor Made Foods with a minimum of 2 years of service
- First-time enrolment in a Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Degree
- Already accepted or planning to register at an accredited institution
- Must be pursuing a qualification in one of the approved study areas
Eligible Qualifications
- Food Technology / Food Security
- Financial Accounting / Management
- Human Resources
- Operations Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Management / Administration
- Credit Management
Programme Details
- Funding: Up to R50,000 per student for the 2025 academic year
- Covered Costs: Tuition, books, and stationery
- Funding will be processed once registration is approved by W&RSETA and contracts are signed
- Successful applicants may qualify for funding in subsequent years based on performance
Required Documents
- Certified copy of your South African ID (not older than 3 months)
- Motivational letter explaining your reason for applying
- Acceptance or registration letter from the institution
- Fee schedule for the course or programme
Motivational Closing
This is your chance to grow with Econofoods while pursuing a qualification that fuels your future. Apply before 23 July 2025 and take the next step in your professional journey!