Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud) invites unemployed graduates to apply for Graduate Traineeships / Traineeship Programme for 2025 / 2026.
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type: Graduate Internship
Closing Date: 15 April 2025
In order to discharge its mandate, the FAIS Ombud seeks to appoint Graduate Trainees as part of the Graduate Training Programme. This is a structured programme specifically designed to produce a pipeline of competent trainee entrants to the labour market.
Duration – The duration of the programme is twelve (12) months.
Benefits of the Programme:
- Exposure to working in a target-driven environment on complaints received by the public against financial service providers and to move same towards a resolution in a procedurally fair, informal, economical and expeditious manner.
- Working in a team of experienced lawyers, financial planner(s), Investigators and negotiators.
- Opportunity to be part of an established statutory office and a Mentorship Programme.
The following Internship Opportunities are open for applications:
Marketing and Communication Graduate Trainee
Duties:
- Develop engaging and compelling content for various marketing channels, including social media, emails, and promotional materials.
- Assist in managing and growing our social media presence by creating and curating relevant content.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to support the planning and execution of marketing campaigns.
- Conduct research to identify market trends, competitor activities, and customer preferences.
- Work closely with the communications team to ensure consistent and effective messaging across all channels.
- Plan and coordinate outreach initiatives to engage with the community, partners, and target audience.
Qualifications: Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/ 7) in;-
- Marketing,
- Communications,
- Journalism
- Or related field.
Skills and Competencies:
- Passion for public service and an interest/desire to work in the Financial Sector.
- Strong academic background and high levels of integrity. Must be able to work in a stressful environment, willing to learn and work extra hours. Energetic, self-driven and deadline driven.
- Must be computer literate.
Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee
Duties:
- Forecasting and anticipating customer demand to ensure adequate inventory and production levels.
- Choosing reliable and cost-effective suppliers.
- Establishing favourable terms with suppliers.
- Tracking supplier performance to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
Qualifications: Diploma or Degree (NQF 6/ 7) in;-
- Supply Chain Management or
- Logistics.
Skills and Competencies:
- Passion for public service and an interest/desire to work in the Financial Sector. Strong academic background and high levels of integrity.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment, willing to learn and work extra hours.
- Energetic, self-driven and deadline driven. Must be computer literate.
Adjudication Graduate Trainee
Duties:
- Facilitate fair negotiations and settlements when appropriate.
- Interact respectfully with all parties involved in the process.
- Analyse evidence and arguments thoroughly and objectively.
- Adjudicate cases promptly and manage workload effectively.
- Maintain the security and confidentiality of case information.
- Ensure unbiased, ethical, and conflict-free decision-making.
- Clearly articulate rulings and explain legal concepts effectively.
Qualifications:
- LLB Degree.
- PLT (Practical Legal Training) will be an advantage.
Skills and Competencies:
- Passion for public service and an interest/desire to work in the Financial Sector.
- Strong academic background and high levels of integrity.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment, willing to learn and work extra hours.
- Energetic, self-driven and deadline driven. Must be computer literate.
You must be a South African citizen.
How to Apply for the Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud): Graduate Traineeships 2025 / 2026
Use the link below your preferred programme to apply online:
Marketing and Communication Graduate Trainee
Click here to apply online for Marketing and Communication Graduate Traineeship Programme
Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee
Click here to apply online for Supply Chain Management Graduate Traineeship Programme
Adjudication Graduate Trainee
Click here to apply online for Adjudication Graduate Traineeship Programme
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