Land Bank Insurance – Graduate learner programme

Insurance operations within an agricultural development bank require graduates who can work carefully with information, research, reports, administration and deadlines while learning how the organisation supports clients and the agricultural sector. The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa is recruiting unemployed graduates for a 24-month LBIC Operations Graduate Learner Programme in Woodmead, Gauteng.

The programme provides structured workplace learning, mentorship, practical work exposure and formal training opportunities. It is aimed at young South African graduates who have completed an eligible tertiary qualification but have not yet gained learnership, internship or work experience related to that qualification.

Important: This is a fixed-term 24-month graduate learner programme. It is not advertised as permanent employment, and the official advert does not guarantee appointment after completion.

At a glance

What this opportunity is

This is a structured 24-month graduate learner programme linked to LBIC Operations.

LBIC refers to the Land Bank Insurance environment. The programme is intended to give unemployed graduates structured learning and practical workplace experience in their specialised fields of study.

Participants will receive workplace exposure, attend training opportunities and work with a mentor who will support the development of practical skills and professional knowledge.

The official advert states that Land Bank and Land Bank Insurance have 20 graduate vacancies across several areas of specialisation. It does not confirm how many of those positions are specifically allocated to this LBIC Operations listing.

The official advert does not state the stipend, benefits, exact working hours, programme start date or whether permanent employment may be offered after completion.

Who this opportunity may suit

This programme may suit a young unemployed graduate who wants to gain a first structured workplace opportunity in insurance operations, finance, business, agricultural economics, actuarial work, statistics or data-related fields.

It may be particularly suitable for someone who is comfortable completing administrative tasks, conducting research, compiling reports and presentations and working under the guidance of an experienced mentor.

The programme may also suit graduates who are interested in contributing to South Africa’s agricultural sector through a development-finance and insurance organisation.

Applicants should be willing to learn, accept feedback, meet deadlines and complete both routine administrative work and more analytical assignments.

Eligible fields of study

Applicants should hold a minimum three-year tertiary qualification in one of the following areas:

• Insurance-related studies.
• Agricultural Economics.
• Business Management.
• Finance.
• Actuarial Sciences.
• Mathematical Statistics.
• Data Science.

Applicants should use the exact qualification title shown on their certificate and academic record when completing the online application.

Eligibility requirements

• Must be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Must be a South African citizen.
• Must currently be unemployed.
• Must hold a minimum three-year tertiary qualification in one of the eligible areas of specialisation.
• Must not have previous learnership or internship experience related to the qualification.
• Must not have previous work experience related to the qualification after completing the studies.
• Must be willing to participate in structured workplace learning and training.
• Must be willing to complete duties allocated by a mentor.
• Must be available to work extended hours when required.
• Must be willing to travel when required.
• Must provide complete, accurate and truthful information during the official application process.

Experience requirement explained

The official advert is aimed at graduates who have no previous work experience related to their qualification after completing their studies.

It also states that learners should not have completed a previous learnership or internship related to the qualification.

Applicants should answer experience-screening questions honestly. Short-term unrelated work, volunteer activities or student responsibilities should not automatically be hidden, but they should be described accurately.

Applicants should not claim to have no experience where they have already completed a relevant graduate internship, learnership or professional role linked to the qualification.

What you will do and learn

The official vacancy lists the following key responsibilities:

Complete duties allocated by the mentor

• Complete allocated duties in a professional manner.
• Follow the guidance and instructions of the responsible mentor.
• Complete tasks within agreed deadlines.
• Ask for clarification when work requirements are unclear.
• Apply feedback to improve the quality of future work.

Develop specialist knowledge and skills

• Develop practical skills linked to the completed qualification.
• Gain workplace knowledge in the assigned specialist area.
• Attend relevant training opportunities.
• Learn how professional standards and organisational procedures apply in practice.
• Take responsibility for personal and professional development.

Administrative support

• Complete administrative duties allocated by the responsible mentor.
• Maintain accurate and organised records.
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint where required.
• Support routine operational and departmental processes.
• Handle information responsibly and professionally.

Research, reports and presentations

• Undertake research when required.
• Compile reports.
• Prepare memorandums.
• Prepare presentations.
• Present information clearly and accurately.
• Support analysis and decision-making through well-prepared information.

Important: The duties above are based on the official vacancy. Land Bank or Land Bank Insurance may allocate additional reasonable learning, operational, analytical, administrative, research, reporting or project-support duties according to the learner’s placement and development plan.

Critical competencies listed in the advert

• Analytical ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work towards deadlines.
• Energy and enthusiasm.
• Initiative.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Microsoft Excel.
• Microsoft Word.
• Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Problem-solving ability.

Skills and attributes that may help

• Interest in insurance, agriculture and development finance.
• Ability to analyse information carefully.
• Accuracy when working with figures, documents and records.
• Ability to write clear reports and memorandums.
• Confidence preparing presentations.
• Good spreadsheet and data-handling skills.
• Professional communication with mentors and colleagues.
• Willingness to ask questions and learn from feedback.
• Ability to organise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Positive, energetic and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to contribute to South Africa’s agricultural sector.

What this programme really means

This is a first-workplace-experience programme for eligible graduates rather than an experienced professional position.

The successful learner should expect a combination of routine administrative duties, research, reporting, mentorship, formal learning and specialist-field exposure.

Some assignments may be basic at first, but they form part of learning how the organisation’s systems, policies and operational processes work.

The programme lasts 24 months. The official advert does not guarantee permanent employment after completion.

Applicants should confirm the stipend, working hours, travel arrangements, reporting structure, training schedule, assessment requirements and programme start date directly with Land Bank if shortlisted.

Documents to prepare

Applicants should prepare the following before starting the online application:

• An updated CV.
• A clear copy of a South African identity document, if requested.
• The relevant tertiary qualification certificate.
• A complete academic transcript, if requested.
• Accurate qualification title, institution and completion date.
• Details of academic research, reports, presentations or projects.
• Examples of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint use.
• Information about any previous employment, learnership or internship participation.
• Information confirming current unemployment status.
• A reliable cellphone number.
• A professional email address.
• Any supporting documents requested through the official Land Bank eRecruit platform.

Need assistance with preparing your CV and application documents? Visit our Learnership Resources and Guides.

Important note for applicants

This is a 24-month fixed-term Graduate Learner Programme linked to LBIC Operations.

Applicants must be unemployed South African citizens between 18 and 35 years old.

Applicants must have a minimum three-year tertiary qualification in an eligible specialisation.

Applicants should not have previous learnership, internship or work experience related to the qualification.

The official advert refers to 20 vacancies across Land Bank and Land Bank Insurance. It does not confirm that all 20 vacancies are for LBIC Operations.

The official advert does not state the stipend, benefits, exact working hours, programme start date or permanent-employment prospects.

Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in accordance with Land Bank’s Employment Equity Plan and targets.

About Land Bank and Land Bank Insurance

The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa is a specialist development-finance institution focused on supporting the agricultural sector.

Land Bank provides financial and related support across parts of the agricultural value chain, while Land Bank Insurance supports insurance-related services connected to the organisation’s agricultural and financial activities.

This learner opportunity is linked to LBIC Operations and is based in Woodmead, Gauteng.

Learn more through the official Land Bank website

Quick tips for applicants

• Apply before the official closing date of 29 July 2026.
• Submit by 28 July 2026 to reduce the risk of missing the deadline.
• Use reference number LAN260723-1 when tracking the vacancy.
• State your exact tertiary qualification title clearly.
• Include the institution and qualification-completion date.
• Show relevant insurance, finance, agriculture, actuarial, statistics or data modules.
• Include academic research, reports, presentations and projects.
• Highlight Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.
• Be accurate about previous internships, learnerships and work experience.
• Show analytical ability, initiative and attention to detail.
• Check that your cellphone number and email address are correct.
• Apply only through the official Land Bank eRecruit vacancy page.

Common mistakes that get applicants rejected

• Applying without an eligible minimum three-year tertiary qualification.
• Applying outside the stated age range.
• Applying while not meeting the unemployment requirement.
• Failing to disclose a previous relevant learnership or internship.
• Failing to disclose relevant work experience completed after graduation.
• Not stating the full qualification name clearly.
• Leaving the institution or completion date off the CV.
• Submitting a generic CV that does not connect to LBIC Operations.
• Not mentioning relevant academic projects or computer skills.
• Providing inconsistent qualification or employment information.
• Using an incorrect cellphone number or email address.
• Failing to complete the eRecruit candidate profile.
• Submitting the application after 29 July 2026.

Scam warning (important)

Applicants should apply only through the official Land Bank eRecruit vacancy page or another recruitment link clearly connected to the official Land Bank website.

Do not pay anyone for registration, an application, an interview, an assessment, training, travel, equipment or placement in the learner programme.

Do not share banking PINs, passwords, one-time PINs or account login information with anyone claiming that they can guarantee acceptance.

Be cautious of unofficial email addresses, private social-media accounts or cellphone numbers that request money or unnecessary personal information.

Upload your CV, identity documents, qualification certificate and academic record only through an official and secure recruitment process.

Always return to the official Land Bank vacancy page to confirm that the programme and application link remain active.

How this opportunity was verified

This opportunity was verified from the official Land Bank eRecruit listing for Learner: LBIC Operations, reference number LAN260723-1.

The official listing confirmed the job title, closing date, reference number, People and Culture division, HC Talent Management Learning & Development unit, Graduate Learner Programme classification, Woodmead location and 24-month duration.

The listing also confirmed the age, citizenship, unemployment, qualification and experience requirements; eligible areas of specialisation; duties; competencies; travel and extended-hours requirements; and Employment Equity preference.

The official advert refers to 20 vacancies across Land Bank and Land Bank Insurance but does not state how many are specifically assigned to this LBIC Operations placement.

The official advert does not state the stipend, benefits, exact working hours, programme start date or permanent-employment prospects.

Read more about our process on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official Land Bank eRecruit vacancy page below.
2. Read the complete Learner: LBIC Operations advert.
3. Confirm that you meet the age, citizenship and unemployment requirements.
4. Confirm that you hold an eligible minimum three-year tertiary qualification.
5. Confirm that you do not have previous relevant learnership, internship or work experience.
6. Prepare your CV, qualification certificate and academic record.
7. Highlight relevant academic research, reports, presentations and Microsoft Office skills.
8. Select the Apply option on the official vacancy page.
9. Create an eRecruit candidate profile or sign in to your existing profile.
10. Complete the profile fully before attempting to submit the application.
11. Complete all personal, qualification, employment and screening questions honestly.
12. Upload your CV and all supporting documents requested by the platform.
13. Check that your age, qualification, experience and contact information is correct.
14. Submit the application by 28 July 2026 where possible.
15. Keep the application confirmation or other proof of submission.

Application Closing Date

The official closing date is 29 July 2026.

The official vacancy does not state the exact closing time. Applicants should submit by 28 July 2026 to reduce the risk of missing the deadline because of technical problems, missing documents or an incomplete eRecruit profile.