Mzansi Empowerment Academy
Virtual Assistant Workplace Readiness Programme Application Form
Programme Purpose
The Virtual Assistant Workplace Readiness Programme is designed to provide practical exposure to Mzansi Empowerment Academy graduates and individuals with a basic finance or administration background.
The goal is to help participants develop workplace-ready skills, build confidence, and gain real experience in a structured, supportive environment before taking on external client work or employment opportunities.
SECTION 1: PERSONAL INFORMATION
Kindly indicate gender as per country-issued identification (ID/Passport):*
If you are a South African, for B-BBEE reporting and compliance purposes, please indicate your race classification (optional):*
SECTION 2: ELIGIBILITY & BACKGROUND
Minimum Requirement
Applicants must meet at least one of the following:
Completed a course through Mzansi Empowerment Academy, OR
Have a basic background in bookkeeping, finance, accounting, or administration
Have you completed a course through Mzansi Empowerment Academy?*
If NO, do you have a background in finance, bookkeeping, accounting, or administration?*
SECTION 3: PROGRAMME UNDERSTANDING
The programme is structured to provide real practical exposure through task-based work.
Key Activities Include:
Data capturing
Processing transactions
Bank statement imports and reviews
Accounting system support
Administrative and virtual assistant task
SECTION 4: WORKING STRUCTURE
This is a virtual, task-based programme.
Please confirm your understanding:
SECTION 5: TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
As this is a virtual programme, the following are mandatory:
Do you have access to a laptop or computer?*
Do you have reliable WiFi / internet access?*
Are you able to communicate via email and online platforms?*
SECTION 6: EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Do you have any experience in administration, bookkeeping, or finance?*
Please indicate your level of confidence in the following areas:
SECTION 7: AVAILABILITY & COMMITMENT
Are you able to commit to a 3-month programme?*
How much time can you realistically dedicate per week to completing tasks?*
Are you confident in meeting deadlines and completing tasks independently?*
Are you open to feedback, corrections, and ongoing learning?*
SECTION 9: PROGRAMME INVESTMENT
The programme requires a once-off fee of R750, which includes:
Practical work experience
Ongoing training linked to tasks
Certificates of completion (where applicable)
Signed referral letter after completion
Access to the Mzansi Preferred Candidate Database
Consideration for future paid opportunities
SECTION 10: PROGRAMME TERMS & AGREEMENT
Please confirm your understanding and agreement:
SECTION 11: FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES
Participants who perform well may:
Be added to the Mzansi Preferred Candidate Database
Be considered for client work opportunities
Participate in a revenue-sharing model for work secured after the programme
