What we do

We are specialists in strategic recruitment and career management, our aim is to help employers attract the best talent, and candidates to grow during the lifespan of their careers.

Career Development Programme for High School Learners

Mawande Personnel Management offers a structured Career Development Programme for Grade 10, 11 and 12 learners designed to equip learners with the knowledge, tools and confidence to make informed decisions about their careers, subject choices and university pathways.

The programme supports schools in strengthening learner readiness for post-school opportunities and complements the Life Orientation curriculum.

Value to the School

  • Supports Life Orientation career guidance outcomes

  • Improves learner understanding of career pathways

  • Assists with subject choice decisions

  • Strengthens university readiness

  • Increases awareness of bursaries and funding opportunities

About the Facilitator

The programme is facilitated by Simphiwe Dlulane, a career development advisor with experience in higher education and university career services.

Programme Structure

Each grade receives a tailored workshop covering key career development topics.

Grade 10

Discovering Career Pathways

Topics include:

  • understanding career fields

  • subject choices and future opportunities

  • introduction to university programmes

Grade 11

Preparing for University and Career Opportunities

Topics include:

  • APS score requirements

  • degree programmes

  • career planning strategies

  • bursaries and financial aid

Grade 12

University Applications and Career Strategy

Topics include:

  • university application processes

  • selecting the right programme

  • preparing a CV

  • career pathways after school

Programme Format

Duration: 2 hours per workshop

Participants: approximately 30 learners per grade

Format: interactive presentations, discussions and exercises.

 

Career-Management

We also offer career management services; this entails crafting a tailor-made growth strategy that ensures personal development and career fulfilment. Once we have placed a candidate, we engage in a series of activities that seek to nurture and hone the candidate’s skills and abilities. This process is underpinned by a clear and resolute career plan that consists of goals and objectives which are guided by clearly defined timelines.

Industry research

Our work is informed by intensive industry research, we have a dedicated team of researchers that provides us with updated industry-based trends in different and various career fields, in order to better guide our career management process.

Interested in working with us?

We can help you advance your career or recruit the best talent – please contact us using the form below and one of our friendly consultants will contact you.