Graduate Trainee – Underwriting Unit

Reports to: Head: Underwriting Unit

Division: Operations

Type of Appointment: 2 year fixed term contract

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The overarching objective of the graduate program is to transition graduates from a higher learning institution to a work environment. We aim to help graduates become well-rounded young professionals with great prospects and a positive future.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

As a graduate within the Underwriting Unit, you will:

Process new applications

Assist in reviewing application forms and supporting documents for completeness

Assist in updating project status reports

Prepare data analytics and assessments thereof

Assist in reviewing file checklist and filing of record

Assist in analyzing financial statements, cash flow projections, for project sponsors and exporters

Assist in conducting project viability assessment (technical feasibility, economic viability and creditworthiness of projects)

Assist in compiling project appraisal reports

Assist in conducting research on structured finance and market developments

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU

Bcom Degree Finance – Accounting / Finance / Economics / Business Administration insurance

Data Analytics

PowerPoint, Microsoft 365No previous working experience

Must be a South African Citizen

ECIC welcomes applications from persons with disabilities (Must provide a medical certificate confirming nature of the disability).

QUALITIES WE LOOK FOR

Analytical skills;

Excellent communication skills;

Problem solving skills;

Solution driven

Willingness and eagerness to learn, implement learnings, assist with projects and administration

Able to work under pressure;

Must be able to use own initiative;

Must be able to prioritize own tasks effectively;

Must be able to provide innovative solutions when presented with applicable problem areas;

Ability to work within and contribute to a team environment;

Available to work more than ordinary business hours.

APPLICATIONS

Closing Date: Friday, 27 November 2026

NOTE: It is ECIC’s intention to promote equity through the filling of posts, according to the set Employment Equity targets.

Data Protection

Personal information collected and processed for purposes of recruitment will be protected from unauthorised access and improper use or disclosure.

Declaration and Informed Consent

By submitting your application for the advertised role, you give ECIC permission to process your personal information and you acknowledge that you understand the purpose for which it is required and for which it will be used. Furthermore, you declare that all personal information supplied to the ECIC for the purposes of recruitment is accurate, up to date, not misleading and that it is complete in all respects.