AFGRI Farmer Development Learnership 2026/2027 in South Africa: 14 Positions Available

Overview

The AFGRI Farmer Development Learnership Programme provides 14 positions for structured training and practical experience in crop and animal farming. The 12-month programme combines theoretical instruction with hands-on workplace duties at Vastfontein Training Farm. Successful participants sign a fixed-term contract with AFGRI Farmer Development and work alongside cross-functional teams to support daily farm operations.

Who can apply

Applicants must be South African citizens who are currently unemployed and hold a Grade 12 certificate or an equivalent qualification. The programme particularly encourages applications from women, persons with disabilities, and historically disadvantaged individuals.

What you get

Participants receive a 12-month fixed-term contract involving a combination of off-the-job instruction and on-the-job experience. Learners build agricultural skills through day-to-day farm responsibilities involving crop and animal farming while contributing to project activities at the training farm in Gauteng.

Requirements

Candidates are required to meet all eligibility criteria, including holding citizenship in South Africa, having completed Grade 12 or an equivalent, and remaining unemployed at the time of application. Applicants must be prepared to undertake farm-related responsibilities at the designated location in Pretoria North for the full duration of the programme.

How to apply

Interested individuals must submit their applications through the official AFGRI recruitment portal by searching for the vacancy title or reference number AO-2494. Applicants should follow the provided online instructions, ensure their submitted documents and information are accurate, and review the organization's HR Processing Notice regarding personal information.

Key dates

The application deadline is 28 October 2026. Candidates who do not receive correspondence within 30 days following the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.