Application Deadline: December 31st 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Cell C Graduate Programme. The Cell C Graduate Programme is the cornerstone of the Cell C Emerging Talent Programme, designed to build a strong pipeline of future leaders and professional for critical roles within our organisation. This programme offers graduates a transformative journey, immersing them in hands-on experiences, cutting-edge projects, and continuous learning that equips them with the skills and insights essential for the future of telecommunications.
As a leading Emerging Talent Hub, Cell C is committed to nurturing exceptional professionals through a dynamic blend of real-world challenges and multidimensional development opportunities. Graduates of the Cell C Programme don’t just enter the industry, they emerge as confident, capable, and ready-to-lead professionals shaping the future of telecom.
Qualifications
• *Note: The selected candidate must not be registered for any academic programme in 2026, as they will be fully engaged in the formal development activities throughout the duration of the graduate programme.
Currently completing or recently completed a qualification (Diploma/Degree) in a relevant field
- IT and Cyber Security
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science or Information Technology
- BSc in Cyber Security or Information Security
- Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Information Security
- Bachelor of Information Systems
- BEng in Computer Engineering or Software Engineering
- Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Security
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (professional certification)
- CompTIA Security+ or CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) (certifications)
- South African citizen (or as per company policy).
Forensics Investigation
o Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Forensic Accounting or Forensic Auditing
o BCom in Law with a focus on Criminal or Commercial Law
o Bachelor of Forensic Science
o National Diploma in Forensic Investigation
o Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Investigation or Fraud Risk Management
o Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) (professional certification)
o BCom in Internal Auditing or Risk Management
Networks
o Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical, Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering
o National Diploma or BTech in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering
o BSc in Computer Systems or Networking
o Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or CCNP (certifications)
o BSc in Information Technology with a focus on Networking
o Postgraduate Diploma in Network Engineering or Wireless Communication
Customer Value Management
o Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Marketing, Economics, or Business Science
o BCom in Data Analytics or Business Intelligence
o Bachelor of Science in Data Science, Statistics, or Mathematics
o Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
o Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Analytics, Data Science or CRM
o Certifications in Data Analysis (e.g., SQL, Power BI, Python, R, CRM systems)
Risk, Compliance and Business Continuity
o Bachelors in Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Finance, Internal Auditing, business management, Risk and Governance or Enterprise risk
o Bachelors in Law, Compliance management, Disaster or emergency or crisis management
Marketing
o BCom in Marketing
o BCom/BA Strategic Brand Building & Management
o BA/BDes/BCT in Interaction & Digital Design Product Design
o BA/BCom in Marketing & Events Management
o BA in Public Relations & Digital Media
o Honours in Brand Management
o BA in Media & Communications with Digital PR Modules
Learning and Development
o Instructional Design Expertise: Ability to structure learning experiences that are engaging, effective, and aligned with adult learning principles.
o E-Learning Development: Experience with authoring tools and LMS platforms to build interactive training modules.
o Adobe Creative Suite Proficiency:
o Adobe InDesign – for layout and design of training materials.
o Adobe Illustrator – for creating custom graphics and icons.
o Adobe Photoshop – for editing and enhancing visual content.
o Strong Communication Skills: Ability to translate complex concepts into clear, learner-friendly formats.
o Attention to Detail: Ensuring consistency, accessibility, and quality across all training assets.
o Bachelor of Communication Design Degree (This qualification is preferred because it combines visual design, communication theory, and technical proficiency, which are essential for creating visually compelling and pedagogically sound training materials.)
Experience
No experience needed.
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Cell C Graduate Programme
