iMas Insurance Brokers 2026 Insurance Learnership – Apply by 7 Oct 2026
Unemployment is a big problem for many South Africans who have finished Grade 12. If you need a job now, the iMas Short & Long Term Insurance Learnership Programme 2026 could change that – the deadline is 7 October 2026, and the allowance is R6 000 a month.
What the opportunity is
iMas Insurance Brokers, part of iMasFinance Co‑operative, is offering three learnerships in the insurance sector. You will work for 12 months, get paid, and earn an NQF Level 4 Insurance Qualification.
- Long‑Term Insurance Learnership – Centurion, Gauteng
- Long‑Term Insurance Learnership – Secunda, Mpumalanga
- Short‑Term Insurance Learnership – Centurion, Gauteng
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Completed Grade 12
- Mathematics and/or Accounting passed at Matric level
- Currently unemployed
- Not enrolled in any other study programme, learnership, internship or YES programme
- Available to start immediately
- Preference given to candidates from designated groups and people with disabilities
What you will gain
The learnership gives you three things at once:
- Formal learning – NQF Level 4 Insurance Qualification
- Practical workplace experience (sales, administration, telesales or customer service)
- A monthly allowance of R6 000 for 12 months
You will also receive coaching, mentoring and on‑the‑job training in areas such as:
- Insurance risk assessment
- Financial legislation and compliance
- Ethics and customer service
- Basic research, numeracy and literacy in an insurance context
How to apply – step by step
- Check that you meet all the eligibility criteria listed above.
- Gather the documents you will need: a copy of your Matric certificate (showing Maths/Accounting), ID, and a recent passport‑size photo.
- Go to the official application page that matches your chosen location:
- Long‑Term Insurance – Centurion: Apply here
- Long‑Term Insurance – Secunda: Apply here
- Short‑Term Insurance – Centurion: Apply here
- Fill in the online form completely. Upload your documents and double‑check the information.
- Submit your application before 23:59 on 7 October 2026.
- Keep a copy of the confirmation email for your records.
Tips to improve your chances
- Write a clear, honest cover letter that explains why you want to work in insurance.
- Proofread your application – spelling and grammar matter.
- Highlight any experience you have with sales, customer service, or office work, even if it was informal.
- Show that you are reliable and can work under pressure – give examples.
- Make sure your Matric results clearly show Maths or Accounting.
- Apply early; the portal may get busy close to the deadline.
Next steps
If you are accepted, you will sign a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, start earning R6 000 a month, and study for the NQF 4 qualification while you work. Think of this as the first rung on a ladder to a longer career in insurance, finance, or risk management.
While you wait for a response, you can explore other programmes offered by the Insurance Sector Education and Training Authority (INSETA) on the SETA SA website. Look at related qualifications, short courses, or further study options to keep your career momentum going.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the iMas Insurance Learnership open for 2026? Yes – the three positions are advertised for this year.
- Where are the learnerships located? Centurion, Gauteng and Secunda, Mpumalanga.
- How long does the programme last? 12 months.
- What is the monthly allowance? R6 000 per month.
- What qualification will I receive? An Insurance Qualification at NQF Level 4.
- Do I need a Matric certificate? Yes, with Maths and/or Accounting.
- Can I apply if I am currently employed? No – you must be unemployed.
- Can I apply while studying? No – you must not be registered for any other course.
- Can I apply if I am already in another learnership? No – you may only be in one programme at a time.
- Are applicants with disabilities encouraged to apply? Yes – preference is given to designated groups and candidates with disabilities.
- What is the difference between the Centurion opportunities? The Long‑Term Insurance learnership focuses on sales and administration for life‑insurance products. The Short‑Term Insurance learnership focuses on telesales and customer service for non‑life products.
- Is there an opportunity in Mpumalanga? Yes – Long‑Term Insurance in Secunda.
- When does the application close? 7 October 2026.
Disclaimer
iMasFinance Co‑operative and iMas Insurance Brokers are the only organisations that recruit for this learnership. All information above is taken from their official vacancy ads. Never pay anyone to secure a placement. Check the official application pages for the most up‑to‑date details.
