AVBOB – Long-Term Insurance Learnership

AVBOB, in partnership with INSETA, is advertising a learnership for unemployed applicants in Ermelo, Mpumalanga. Participants will work towards an Occupational Certificate: Long-Term Insurance Adviser.

At a glance

Minimum requirements

• Be an unemployed South African citizen aged 18–35.
• Have Matric with English and Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy or Accounting.
• Have no previous learnership participation.
• Not be registered with another academic institution or undertaking other studies.
• Be willing to work at AVBOB offices in the advertised area.
• Have reliable transport.
• Communicate well and use MS Office, email and the internet.
• Work independently and show initiative.

Access to a smartphone and/or laptop is advantageous. Preference is given to suitably qualified applicants from previously disadvantaged groups.

Programme duration and placement

The description specifies 12 months, while the portal’s general duration field displays 9–12 months. AVBOB determines learner placement. Confirm the final branch and programme dates before accepting an offer.

The advert does not provide a detailed learning timetable or daily duty list. If shortlisted, ask how workplace attendance, training sessions and assessments will be organised. This will help you plan your transport and availability.

Stipend and employment after the programme

A monthly stipend is confirmed for the learnership period. Permanent employment after completion is not promised.

Before accepting, ask when payments begin and what attendance or completion conditions apply. Check the written agreement carefully so you understand your responsibilities throughout the programme.

Documents to prepare

The advert does not supply a compulsory upload checklist. As preparation, have these items ready and submit them when requested through the official portal:

• An updated CV.
• Your South African identity document.
• Your Matric certificate or results showing the relevant subjects.
• Accurate details of your education, employment and any previous training.

Follow the portal’s document and certification instructions. Avoid uploading unrelated personal records, and ensure every requested document is readable.

Application checklist and tips

• Put your school qualification, subjects and completion year clearly on your CV.
• Give honest examples of using spreadsheets, email or other computer tools.
• Mention customer-service or administrative experience if you have it.
• Answer questions about current studies and previous learnerships accurately.
• Consider the cost and reliability of travelling to the eventual placement.
• Save your application documents and any submission confirmation.

For CV and document preparation, visit our Learnership Resources and Guides.

About AVBOB and INSETA

AVBOB provides funeral insurance and funeral services. INSETA is the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority and supports skills development in the insurance sector.

Learn more through the official AVBOB website and the official INSETA website.

Scam warning

• Apply through the official AVBOB recruitment page below.
• Do not pay anyone to secure a learnership, assessment or interview.
• Never share banking PINs, passwords or one-time PINs.
• Treat guaranteed-placement offers from unrelated accounts with caution.

How this opportunity was verified

We checked the official AVBOB advert on 1 November 2026. Its displayed advertising date is 13 July 2026; no programme start date or closing deadline is supplied.

Read about our checks on the How We Verify Listings page.

How to apply

1. Open the official advert using the button below.
2. Confirm that the programme title identifies Ermelo.
3. Read the eligibility requirements before selecting Apply Now.
4. Register or sign in if prompted, then complete the requested profile information.
5. Upload the documents requested by the portal and review all answers.
6. Submit and retain any confirmation provided.

Application closing date

No closing date is stated. Check that the portal is still accepting applications and apply promptly. Do not treat the original advertising date as a deadline or start date.