The Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) is inviting applications for the 12-month UIF ITR Learnership Programme, sponsored under the UIF Labour Activation Programme (LAP).
Successful Applicants Will:
- How much is the stipend? R2 000 per month
- Is the qualification accredited? Yes, it is SETA accredited
- How long is the UIF ITR Learnership Programme? 12 months
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)
Related Topic:
- EWSETA Learnership – 12 Months program
- EPWP – General Workers (12 Months Contract)
- Tourism And Hospitality WIL Programme 2026
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:
- Applicants must complete all sections of the application form honestly and accurately.
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