The challenge
Create a meaningful first workplace opportunity with room to develop beyond an entry role.
The opportunity
Siphamandla joined Fancourt through YES in September 2022 as a Service Assistant at its Conference Centre. He asked to shadow the IT team, connecting his work experience with a new career direction.
The result
Fancourt created an IT position for him after his one-year programme. He later received its Employee of the Year recognition for 2025–2026.
What this means for a host employer
Workplace exposure, supervision and opportunities to develop can support progression. A new engagement should agree the host’s responsibilities and track individual progress as well as programme participation.
Source: Fancourt HR correspondence. This is one participant’s experience, not a programme-wide placement rate or a guarantee of employment.
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