The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is inviting applications for the 12-month UIF ITR Learnership Programme, sponsored under the UIF Labour Activation Programme (LAP).
UIF ITR Learnership Overview:
Question: How long is the UIF ITR Learnership Programme?
Answer: The programme runs for 12 months.
Question: How much is the stipend?
Answer: Successful applicants receive R2 000 per month.
Question: Is the qualification accredited?
Answer: Yes, it is SETA accredited.
This programme aims to empower unemployed South Africans with skills development opportunities while providing financial support.
What Successful Applicants Will Receive
Participants selected for the UIF ITR Learnership Programme will:
- Participate in a 12-month structured learnership
- Receive a monthly stipend of R2 000
- Obtain a SETA-accredited qualification upon successful completion
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This opportunity is ideal for unemployed individuals seeking work experience and formal certification.
What is the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)?
The Unemployment Insurance Fund provides short-term financial relief to workers who become unemployed or are unable to work due to:
- Maternity leave
- Adoption leave
- Parental leave
- Illness
- Death of a contributor (benefits paid to dependants)
The UIF system in South Africa operates under:
- The Unemployment Insurance Act, 2001
- The Unemployment Insurance Contributions Act, 2002
- These Acts regulate contributions and benefits and came into operation on 1 April 2002.
Who Is Excluded from Contributing to UIF?
An employee does not contribute to UIF if he or she:
Works less than 24 hours per month for an employer
Is employed in the national or provincial sphere of Government
Holds positions such as President, Deputy President, Minister, Deputy Minister, or Member of Parliament
Is a member of a municipal council or traditional leadership structures
Employer UIF Registration Requirements
Employers must register with the UIF Commissioner’s Office if they:
- Do not need to register with SARS for Employees’ Tax
- Have not voluntarily registered with SARS as an employer
- Are not liable for the Skills Development Levy
- Pay or are liable to pay remuneration to employees
- Employers are required to contribute monthly to the UIF.
Important Application Notice:
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Applicants must complete all sections of the application form honestly and accurately.
