The Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud) invites suitably qualified South African graduates to apply for the Supply Chain Management Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 / 2027 in Pretoria.
Graduate Programme Application Closing Date: 11 November 2026
Graduate Programme Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Reference Number: REC26-10
Department: Supply Chain Management
Number of Posts: 1
Programme Duration: 12 months
Salary: Market Related
About the FAIS Ombud Graduate Training Programme
The FAIS Ombud Graduate Training Programme is a structured development programme aimed at preparing graduates for entry into the labour market.
The successful graduate will be placed in the Supply Chain Management Department and will receive competency-based training under the guidance of a dedicated mentor.
What the Programme Offers
The successful candidate will benefit from:
- A 12-month structured graduate programme.
- Dedicated mentorship.
- Practical workplace exposure.
- Competency-based training.
- Experience within an established statutory office.
- Exposure to a professional, target-driven working environment.
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced professionals.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Diploma at NQF Level 6 or Degree at NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
- South African citizenship.
- Valid South African Identity Document.
- Strong academic background.
- High level of integrity.
- Computer literacy.
- Interest in public service.
- Interest in the financial sector.
Personal Attributes
Applicants should be:
- Energetic.
- Self-driven.
- Deadline-driven.
- Willing to learn.
- Able to work in a stressful environment.
- Willing to work extra hours when required.
Key Performance Areas
The successful graduate trainee will gain exposure to the following Supply Chain Management functions:
- Demand planning.
- Forecasting and anticipating organisational demand.
- Supplier selection.
- Identifying reliable and cost-effective suppliers.
- Negotiation and contract management.
- Establishing favourable supplier terms.
- Supplier performance monitoring.
- Monitoring quality and delivery performance.
Employment Equity
Preference will be given to designated groups in line with the FAIS Ombud’s Employment Equity objectives.
People living with disabilities are also encouraged to apply.
Selection Process
Recommended candidates may be required to undergo:
- Comprehensive background checks.
- Security screening.
- Psychometric testing.
- Verification of qualifications and credentials.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The FAIS Ombud reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official FAIS Ombud recruitment portal.
Applicants may also visit the FAIS Ombud recruitment portal:
Enquiries
For enquiries, contact:
Ms Gontse Setseta
Telephone: 012 762 5000
Closing Date
11 November 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.