Digicall Payroll Administrator Learnership Programme 2026

The Digicall Payroll Administrator Learnership Programme 2026, offered through DigiForte, is designed for unemployed youth and early-career professionals who want hands-on exposure in payroll administration, HR processes, and project-based work within a professional corporate environment.

This is not a random learnership. It’s structured, paid, NQF-aligned, and focused on building real employability in one of South Africa’s most in-demand admin and finance-related career paths.

Duration: 12 Months
Stipend: R5 500 per month
Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 / NQF Level 4
Advantageous Qualifications: Payroll, Finance, HR Diploma or Degree
Closing Date: 16 January 2026
Focus Areas: Payroll Administration, HR Support, Project Administration

Minimum Requirements

Required

• Grade 12 / Matric or equivalent (NQF Level 4)
• Clear interest in Payroll, HR, or Finance
• Ability to communicate in English (verbal & written)
• Willingness to learn and grow in a professional environment

Advantageous (Not Mandatory)

• Diploma or Degree in:
  • Payroll
  • Human Resources
  • Finance
  • Accounting
• Any prior administrative, payroll, or HR exposure

Important: Even if you don’t have experience, attitude and willingness to learn matter. Learnerships exist to create experience, not only reward it.

Skills & Knowledge You’ll Develop

This programme is practical and skills-driven. You’ll gain:

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Word (documents, reports)
• Microsoft Excel (basic payroll calculations, spreadsheets)
• Microsoft Outlook (professional email communication)

Professional Communication

• Telephone etiquette
• Email etiquette
• Client-facing communication
• Internal team communication

Payroll & Admin Exposure

• Payroll processing basics
• HR administration support
• Project coordination tasks
• Deadline management
• Confidentiality and compliance awareness

These are core employability skills — not just payroll-specific.

Stipend: What You Need to Know

• Monthly stipend: R5 500
• Paid throughout the 12-month programme
• Intended to support transport, food, and basic living costs

While a stipend is not a salary, it allows learners to gain experience without being financially stranded, which is critical for unemployed youth.

APPLY FOR THE DIGICALL PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME 2026 HERE