IDC CA Trainee Programme 2026

Job Description

The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for its CA Trainee Programme. This is a 36-month fixed-term programme designed to provide aspiring Chartered Accountants with structured practical training and experience within the Corporation.

The programme provides successful candidates with an opportunity to serve their articles while developing the competencies and experience required for a career as a Chartered Accountant.

IDC CA Trainee Programme Overview

About the CA Trainee Programme

The purpose of the CA Learnership is to provide potential Chartered Accountants with an opportunity to serve their articles within IDC.

Successful candidates will receive formal training through practical experience and a structured programme. The programme also contributes towards developing future highly qualified Chartered Accountants in South Africa.

Qualification and Experience

To qualify for the SAICA Trainee Programme, applicants must have completed or currently be enrolled in a SAICA-accredited programme that allows entry into the SAICA Initial Assessment of Competence (IAC) in January 2027.

Applicants must have one of the following:

• Certificate in Theory of Accounting (CTA)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting
• Honours Degree in Accounting
• An equivalent qualification allowing entry into the SAICA IAC

Candidates applying from other training offices must have passed the SAICA IAC to be considered.

Candidates currently completing CTA Level 1 or BCTA (Bridging Course to CTA) are not eligible to apply.

Job-Related Skills

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of the POPI Act
• Ability to build and manage relationships
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent scheduling and time-management skills
• Good attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage with internal and external clients
• Excellent customer relationship skills
• Respect for confidentiality
• Innovation and creativity

Roles and Responsibilities

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to:

• Develop competencies required within the IDC environment.
• Gain the necessary range and depth of professional experience.
• Network with professionals within the Corporation.
• Learn about different career paths available within IDC.
• Develop the skills required to become future business leaders.
• Contribute towards developing a pipeline of Chartered Accountants for IDC’s core business areas.

Behavioural Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate proactive and forward-thinking behaviour, strong professional judgement, networking ability, planning and organisational skills, the ability to follow procedures, resilience under pressure, adherence to principles and values, effective communication and a willingness to learn.

Technical Competencies

Applicants should have:

• In-depth knowledge of their respective field of study
• Sound knowledge of the Industrial Development Corporation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and MS Teams
• Ability to liaise effectively at a high level

Employment Equity

IDC is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with its Employment Equity Plan and employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from underrepresented designated groups.