Ascend – Leaders in Training Programme

Closing Date: 30 November 2025
Location: Countrywide, South Africa
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA)
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Reference Number

CCB251111-1

Job Type

Internship

Job Category

Internships, Graduates & Bursaries


Job Description

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) invites aspiring leaders to join the Ascend – Leaders in Training Programme. This high-impact programme is designed to shape the next generation of leaders across the CCBA Group.

CCBA is the 8th largest Coca-Cola bottler in the world by revenue, operating across 14 African countries, serving over 800,000 customers, and employing 14,000+ people.

What’s in it for you?

As a Leader in Training, you will:

  • Gain exposure to multiple business areas (Operations, Commercial, Support Services)

  • Build leadership capability through structured development and coaching

  • Contribute to impactful real-world business projects

  • Learn from experienced leaders and mentors

  • Develop courage, integrity, and curiosity in a dynamic FMCG environment

This programme serves as a career launchpad for graduates ready to grow, lead, and make a difference.


Key Duties & Responsibilities

As a Leader in Training, you will:

  • Participate in structured learning and rotational assignments

  • Apply problem-solving and analytical skills to business challenges

  • Collaborate across cross-functional teams

  • Demonstrate leadership through initiative and ownership

  • Seek feedback, embrace stretch assignments, and adapt quickly


Skills, Experience & Education

What We Expect from You

You are someone who is:

  • Driven to make an impact

  • Thirsty to learn

  • Caring toward customers, teams, and communities

  • Willing to take ownership and lead through others

Behaviours

  • Embraces feedback and change

  • Curious, accountable, optimistic

  • Collaborates effectively with diverse teams

  • Resilient and composed under pressure

Competencies

  • Impact-Driven: Performs well in new environments

  • Fast-Paced: Thrives in dynamic settings

  • Influencer: Helps shape processes and decisions

  • Challenge-Seeker: Enjoys variety and teamwork

  • Independent: Strives for excellence

  • Empathetic: Supports and understands others

  • Inclusive: Encourages belonging and openness


Qualifications & Experience

Qualifications

  • A completed undergraduate degree (graduated within the last two years)

Experience

  • Active involvement in extracurricular activities

  • Track record of leadership roles

  • Proficiency in MS Office

  • Fluent in English


Start Your Leadership Journey

Make it yours. Join CCBA and help refresh Africa’s growth story.

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