Programme Application Closing Date: Not specified
Programme Location: All Provinces, South Africa
Programme Overview
The TFG YES Programme 2026 is part of the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative, which helps young people get their first work experience in the retail sector.
Programme Name: TFG YES Programme
Duration: 12 Months
Start Period: April 2026 – March 2027
Employment Type: Fixed–term contract
Sector: Retail
This programme is perfect for young people who have never worked before and want to start building their career.
Who Should Apply?
You should apply if you:
– Recently finished Matric
– Have no work experience
– Want to enter the job market
– Are interested in retail or customer service
– Want to build your CV and confidence
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
– Be between 18 and 28 years old
– Preferably have Matric
– Be unemployed
– Not have taken part in a YES Programme before
– Not be studying full–time during the programme
– Not have more than 12 months of permanent work experience
– Be willing to work in a retail environment
– Be responsible for your own transport and accommodation
Programme Locations
This opportunity is available across the country, including:
– Gauteng
– KwaZulu-Natal
– Western Cape
– Eastern Cape
– Free State
– Limpopo
– Mpumalanga
– North West
– Northern Cape
Your placement will depend on where a store is available near you.
What You Will Learn
Participants will get hands-on experience in:
– Customer Service
– Helping customers
– Dealing with questions
– Providing good service
Retail Operations
– Handling stock
– Displaying products
– Keeping the store organized
Workplace Skills
– Communication
– Working in a team
– Managing time
– Showing professional behaviour
Benefits of the Programme
– 12 months of real work experience
– Working with a well–known retail company
– Better chances of getting a job
– A stronger CV and references
– Learning important job skills
Documents Required
Prepare these before applying:
– Updated CV
– Certified copy of ID
– Matric certificate (if you have one)
– Proof of residence (if needed)
How to Apply
Important Notes
– This programme does not promise permanent employment
– Preference may be given to certain groups
– Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted