Job Description

If you’re a young South African looking for a real entry point into the insurance industry, this is one opportunity you don’t want to miss. Momentum Insure, in partnership with INSETA, has opened applications for its Short-Term Insurance Learnership Programme 2026, based in Sandton, Gauteng.

This learnership is designed for unemployed youth who have completed Matric and are ready to gain practical workplace experience, earn a nationally recognised qualification, and take their first confident step into a professional career.

Reference Number: MMH251217-3
Qualification FETC: Short-Term Insurance (NQF Level 4)
Duration: 1 March 2026 – 28 February 2027
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Work Model: Hybrid (Some remote work)
Stipend: Monthly allowance (fixed)
Closing Date: 19 January 2026
Employment Type: Temporary Learnership

Role Purpose (What You’ll Gain)

The learnership aims to:

Equip participants with insurance-specific skills
Build workplace readiness and professionalism
Develop confidence in a corporate environment
Create pathways into permanent employment in insurance

By the end of the programme, learners are expected to be job-ready and competitive in the short-term insurance market.

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, applicants must meet all of the following:

Aged 18 – 25 years (including turning 25 in 2025)
South African citizen
Passed Matric
- English 50% or higher (mandatory)
- Mathematics is advantageous
Unemployed with little or no work experience
Not currently studying
No post-Matric qualifications
Not registered for any other learnership
Computer literate
Able to speak, read and write English
Clear criminal and credit record
Genuine interest in short-term insurance

Mandatory documents:

Certified copy of South African ID
Certified copy of Matric certificate
- OR Matric prelim results if currently completing Matric

Applications without ID and Matric documents will not be considered.

Competencies Momentum Is Looking For

Successful applicants typically demonstrate:

Strong willingness to learn and grow
Positive attitude and determination
Clear verbal and written communication
Good time management and organisation
Problem-solving mindset
Service-oriented approach
Attention to detail
Accountability and ownership of tasks

These qualities matter just as much as your marks.

Duties & Responsibilities During the Learnership

While on the programme, learners will:

Participate in structured training and assessments
Gain exposure to insurance operations
Complete assigned workplace tasks
Work in teams and independently
Receive a monthly stipend
Be based at the Sandton office (with some remote work)

Disability Inclusion

Momentum Insure strongly encourages applications from persons with disabilities. The programme is aligned with employment equity and inclusive skills development principles.

Important Dates

Closing date: 19 January 2026
Programme start: 1 March 2026
Programme end: 28 February 2027

Apply early — late applications are not accepted.

Momentum Short-Term Insurance Learnership Programme 2026

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