Black Economic Empowerment Bursary Support BEE... · 2017. 8. 17. · P.O. Box 461, Hillcrest, 3650 Tel: (031) 7653410 Fax: 086-546-7808 [email protected] Information

P.O. Box 461, Hillcrest, 3650

Tel: (031) 7653410

Fax: 086-546-7808

[email protected]

Information Pack

Black Economic Empowerment Bursary Support

Contents

� Background Information

� Guidelines � List of Academic Institutions, Courses and Costs

� Bursary Fund Application Form � Memorandum of Agreement: Citrus Academy and Citrus Enterprise

� Bursary Agreement: Student and Citrus Enterprise (includes Code of Conduct)

Information Pack Background Information


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Background Information

The Citrus Academy was established at the beginning of 2005, originally as a division of the Citrus Growers

Association and later as a separate Section 21 company, with the main object of creating an enabling environment for skills development in the South African citrus industry.

The industry challenges that the Academy is tasked with are:

� General low skills levels � Scarce and critical skills

� Employment equity � Transition of ownership

� Quality delivery

The main activities of the Citrus Academy are:

� Developing learning tools for citrus production and postharvest handling

� Managing the Citrus Academy Bursary Fund � Assisting with the development of skills development plans and implementation strategies

� Representing the citrus industry on matter concerning skills development

The Citrus Academy Bursary Fund was established in its current form at the beginning of 2006 with its main

aims being to:

� Generate a constant supply of qualified, skilled candidates for the benefit of the citrus industry

� Support previously disadvantaged learners in citrus-related fields of study � Support learners in fields of study that are related to scarce and critical skills in the industry

The Citrus Academy has a specific responsibility to support black economic empowerment citrus enterprises.

To this purpose, the Academy has added a special category to the Bursary Fund, aimed at enabling and simplifying support to this group.

The steps involved in becoming a part of this initiative are:

1. Study this documentation carefully and ensure that you understand the process 2. Determine whether the citrus enterprise qualifies to take part

3. Sign the Memorandum of Agreement between the citrus enterprise and the Citrus Academy

4. Identify qualifying candidate(s) 5. Identify the appropriate learning institutions and course for each candidate

6. Complete a Citrus Academy Bursary Fund application form for each candidate and submit it 7. If approved, sign a Bursary Agreement between each successful candidate and citrus enterprise

8. Enrol / register the students at the selected academic institutions

This information pack includes all documentation and information that is required by qualifying citrus

enterprises to take part and benefit from the initiative.

Should any further information or clarification be required, please contact Candice Burgin on:

Tel: (031) 765-3410

Fax: 086-546-7808 Cell: 082-892-7064

E-mail: [email protected] Postal Address: P.O. Box 461, Hillcrest, 3650

Website: www.citrusacademy.org.za

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Guidelines

1. Outline ..................................................................................................................................... 3

2. Qualifying Citrus Enterprises and Candidates ........................................................................ 4 3. Agreement between Citrus Enterprise and Citrus Academy ................................................... 4

4. Candidate Identification and Recruitment ............................................................................. 5 5. Identification of Learning Institutions and Study Course ...................................................... 6

6. Bursary Fund Application ........................................................................................................ 6

7. Agreement between Citrus Enterprise and Student ............................................................... 7 8. Registrations and Enrolments ................................................................................................. 7

9. Monitoring and Support .......................................................................................................... 8

1. Outline

Due to the unique nature of the relationship between the Academy, the citrus enterprise and the

student, this category is administered differently from the rest of the Bursary Fund. In short:

• The Citrus Academy enters into an agreement with the citrus enterprise, which will be a once-off

agreement that applies to all subsequent students, while each student signs an agreement with the citrus enterprise he / she is linked to, for each year that he / she receives support.

• Successful candidates will be supported for secondary and / or tertiary education, in terms of the

Bursary Fund Policy.

• The recruitment and selection of learners is conducted by the citrus enterprise with the help of

community liaison officers and / or strategic partners (if any), and in accordance with the stipulated selection criteria and entrance requirements.

• Qualifications that funding is made available for must be directly related to an occupation within a

citrus enterprise, with preference being given to production-related qualifications as opposed to qualifications that are related to more peripheral occupations.

• The Citrus Academy funds a maximum of 50% of the student’s study costs, with the citrus

enterprise responsible for the remainder of the fees, accommodation, books, etc.

• The citrus enterprise assists the candidate in completing and submitting the special Citrus Academy

Bursary Fund application form, referred to as a BEE Bursary Support application.

• The Citrus Academy assesses the applications received and approves applications that meet the

requirements and for which funding can be sourced.

• The Citrus Academy manages the payment of their portion of the study costs to the appropriate

service providers or academic institutions.

• Tuition fees and accommodation fees (if the student makes use of on-campus accommodation) is

paid to the academic institution or other service provider on presentation of the appropriate invoices

and / or statements, and provided that proof of registration has been received, while other fees, for example for books and meals, may be paid directly to the student.

• The citrus enterprise undertakes to provide the student with opportunities to gain vocational

training.

• The student works time back in the industry on completion of his / her studies as per the Bursary

Fund policy, at the citrus enterprise or at an organisation designated by the citrus enterprise.



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• The citrus enterprise is responsible for refunding the Citrus Academy should the student not

successfully complete his / her studies.

• The responsibility of the student is to study hard, graduate and plough back what they have gained

into the citrus enterprise.

Please note that the Academy does not become involved in enrolling or registering students, or selecting

their courses. On request the Academy will make information available about the academic institutions

and courses on offer so that the student can make an informed decision.

2. Qualifying Citrus Enterprises and Candidates

Citrus enterprises that qualify for taking part and benefiting from this initiative are BEE compliant as per the appropriate government regulation, being owned or part-owned by one or more of the following:

� Previously disadvantaged individuals � Community trust

� Worker trust � Community property association

Individuals that qualify for receiving financial support under this initiative must be related to a qualifying citrus enterprise as:

� Direct owner or part-owner of the enterprise

� Immediate family member (legal spouse, natural or legally adopted child, spouse of natural or legally adopted child, or sibling) of direct owner or part-owner of the enterprise

� Beneficiary or member of trust that is the owner or part-owner

� Employee or potential employee of the enterprise � Member of community that have benefited from land restitution and that are owner or part-owner

It is extremely important that individual candidates must be made well aware of what will be expected

of them, both during and after their studies. They must be committed to the process from the start and

willing to see it through to the end, and be aware that they must commit to completing the study course in the prescribed time period while maintaining the performance standards agreed with the citrus

enterprise.

3. Agreement between Citrus Enterprise and Citrus Academy

The citrus enterprise that the learner is related to must sign a Memorandum of Agreement with the

Citrus Academy to regulate the relationship. The Memorandum of Agreement is included in this information pack for your information. The pertinent stipulations of the agreement are:

Roles and responsibilities of citrus enterprise:

• Identifying and recruiting candidates, according to the selection criteria.

• Assisting the candidate in identifying the appropriate academic institution and course of study,

ensuring that the student meets the entry requirements for the course.

• Assisting the candidate in completing the BEE Bursary Support application, gathering the required

documentation, and submitting the application to the Academy as per the guidelines and before the

application closing date.

• Assisting the student in registering / enrolling at the selected academic institution.

• Providing the Citrus Academy with proof of registration / enrolment.



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• Funding a minimum of 50% of the student’s total study fees (including tuition, accommodation,

meals, books, research costs, and any other costs directly related to the completion of said

qualification).

• Paying the funding for successful student(s) to the relevant service providers or academic institution.

• Assisting the Citrus Academy in monitoring the progress of the student and addressing challenges

that may arise.

• Providing the student with opportunities to gain vocational learning experience, through taking part

in vacation work and an internship if required by the qualification.

• Providing the student with employment after the completion of his / her studies.

• Refunding to the Citrus Academy the portion of study fees it contributed to the student’s study costs

should he / she not complete his / her qualification successfully.

Roles and responsibilities of Citrus Academy:

• Assisting the citrus enterprise in the execution of its responsibilities with information and advice,

where required.

• Assessing submitted BEE Bursary Support (BEEBS) applications, in which ever way it may deem

necessary and which may or may not include interviewing candidates, and may include verifying and, if necessary, adjusting the study costs being applied for.

• Informing the citrus enterprise and the student of the success of the Bursary Fund application by the

middle of December of the year preceding the year for which the student has applied for assistance.

• Funding a maximum of 50% of the student’s total study fees (including tuition, accommodation,

meals, books, research costs, and any other costs directly related to the completion of said qualification) and sourcing the necessary funding.

• Managing the payment of its portion of the study costs to the academic institution, the student and /

or any other party that provides directly related services or goods.

• Monitoring and reporting to the citrus enterprise on the academic progress of the student.

• Identifying and addressing, with the assistance of the citrus enterprise, any problems that may occur

or hamper the student’s progress.

• Monitoring and reporting on the vocational learning experiences of the student.

• Providing the student with opportunities for gaining exposure to the citrus industry, where possible

and deemed appropriate, and provided that funding can be secured for this purpose.

• Attempting to source an internship grant (if required as part of the student’s qualification) or

workplace experience grant for the student from the relevant SETA.

• Monitoring the progress of the student during his / her internship or workplace experience.

• Monitoring the employment of the student on completion of his / her qualification.

4. Candidate Identification and Recruitment

Candidates are identified and recruited by the citrus enterprise with the help of community liaison officers and / or strategic partners (if any). Appropriate candidates must:

• Be related to the citrus enterprise as set out in section 2.



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• Study towards a qualification that is related to citrus production, and will only be supported in

obtaining a qualification that is not directly related to citrus production if that qualification will allow the learner to take up employment in a citrus enterprise.

• Meet the entrance requirements of the academic institution for the course of study that has been

selected.

• Be interested in working for the citrus enterprise on the completion of his / her studies.

• Be committed to completing their studies in the prescribed time period and maintaining the

performance standards as described below.

After suitable candidates has been identified and recruited, and an appropriate academic institution and

qualification has been agreed upon, an application is completed and submitted to the Citrus Academy along with the required supporting documents.

5. Identification of Learning Institutions and Study Course

It is very important that the learning institution and study course are selected in consultation with the candidate, while still meeting the needs of the citrus enterprise.

In the next section of this information pack is a list of the agricultural high schools and major agricultural colleges in South Africa with their most relevant qualifications and the estimated study costs. Please

note that this is by no means exhaustive list. Other institutions that offer similar courses may be selected, while the academic institutions can be contacted to find out what other courses they have on

offer. Similarly, a list of universities and degree-qualifications has not been included due to space limitations, and neither has alternative institutions, such as those offering distance learning courses. If

you should require more information on this, please contact the academic institution of choice directly.

The Citrus Academy Bursary Fund manager may also be able to assist in this regard.

Please pay attention to the entrance requirements for the qualification. Candidates that are not accepted for the selected course of study by the academic institution cannot be approved for a bursary.

Note that the listed costs include tuition and accommodation fees for one year of study, unless otherwise indicated. In addition to this, provision must be made for books and other incidental

expenses, such as transport. The Citrus Academy will fund a maximum of 50% of the total study costs.

6. Bursary Fund Application

The attached special BEE Bursary Support application must be submitted for each of the candidates that

have been identified by the citrus enterprise. Applications are to be submitted via fax or email.

Please note that the application form available on the website of the Citrus Academy does not contain all the information that is contained in the BEEBS application. If you wish to make use of the web

application, please be sure to submit the additional information separately. Alternatively, the BEEBS

application form can be downloaded from the website, at www.citrusacademy.org.za, by using the appropriate link.

Every BEEBS application must be accompanied by the following:

� A copy of the candidate’s identity document; � The candidate’s most recent academic results;

� References and testimonials of teachers or lecturers if available; and � A motivation letter from the candidate, describing his / her background in the citrus industry,

reasons for further study and how he / she will benefit the citrus enterprise and the broader citrus industry on the completion of his / her studies.



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Applications for a specific academic year will close on the last day of September of the preceding year

and no late applications will be considered. Once the date of applications has closed, the Citrus Academy verifies and assesses the application and may deem it necessary to interview the candidate. Applications

are scored on the criteria set out below:

Criteria Score

Relationship to the citrus enterprise 10

Importance of the candidate’s function in the citrus enterprise 7

Relevance of field of study 5

Prevalence of qualified candidates in the field of study 5

Academic performance 5

Financial need 5

Female 3

Disabled 3

Candidates must score a minimum total of 25 points to qualify for financial support. Applications are

approved or rejected on the grounds of the scoring and assessment, and depending on the availability of funding. The citrus enterprise and the learner will be informed of the outcome of the application by no

later than the middle of December of the same year.

A learner who has completed his / her specific academic year successfully with bursary support and who

applies for bursary support for the following academic year will receive preference over first time applicants.

7. Agreement between Citrus Enterprise and Student

The learner must have a beneficiary agreement with the citrus enterprise that the learner is linked with.

The agreement between the learner and the citrus enterprise must be similar to that described in clause

7 of the Bursary Fund Policy, and must not be contradictory to any of the stipulations of the policy document. The agreement includes a Code of Conduct that the student is expected to sign and adhere

to. A sample Memorandum of Agreement that can be used for this purpose is included in this information pack.

8. Registrations and Enrolments

It is the responsibility of the student, with the assistance of the citrus enterprise, to apply to the academic institution of choice. On the list of academic institutions and courses that is included in this

information pack, the application deadline is indicated which is by when applications must be submitted to the academic institution.

In most cases applications close before the middle of December, this being the earliest date on which confirmation can be given of whether an application to the Citrus Academy Bursary Fund has been

successful. It is advisable to submit an application to the selected academic institution, even if confirmation has not yet been received of the success of the application to the Citrus Academy. While it

is possible to cancel an application to an academic institution after it has been submitted, it is very

difficult to get a late application admitted.

It is furthermore the responsibility of the student, with the assistance of the citrus enterprise, to register or enrol at the academic institution for the selected course. Please ensure that you are aware of the

registration or enrolment procedures of the institution. The Citrus Academy will provide the student,

citrus enterprise and / or academic institution with a letter confirming the details of the bursary that has been allocated to the student.



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9. Monitoring and Support

Once the student commences his / her studies, the Citrus Academy and citrus enterprise monitor the

student’s progress, and provide the student with support if and when required.

The student submits academic results to the Citrus Academy after every exam, and informs the

Academy of any other relevant matters. The Academy reports to the citrus enterprise on the progress that the student is making. The student is expected to maintain the following performance standards:

• Maintain a minimum D-average

• Not fail any main subject outright

• Not be guilty of misconduct or act in contravention of the rules of the academic institution

• Adhere to the stipulations of the Citrus Academy Code of Conduct

If any of the above performance standards are not maintained, financial support to the learner shall be terminated forthwith and the citrus enterprise will be liable to refund the Academy for funds already

transferred.

During the period of study, the student spends vacations gaining practical experience by working at the

citrus enterprise, or at another company within or related to the citrus industry which is designated by the citrus enterprise for this purpose.

On completion of his / her studies, the student is employed by the citrus enterprise and will work at the

enterprise at least for the same number of years for which the student received financial support from the enterprise and the Citrus Academy.

If the student should wish to terminate his / her employment with the enterprise before the end of this period, or if the student does not wish to take up employment at the citrus enterprise, the student will

be liable for repaying the full amount of financial support received over the period of his / her studies to the citrus enterprise, who will in turn be liable for refunding the Citrus Academy the amount that it

contributed.

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Agricultural High Schools

School Location Contact Details

Augsburg Agricultural Gymnasium Clanwilliam, Western Cape Tel: 027-482 2122 Fax: 027-482 1850

Bekker Agricultural High School Magaliesburg, North West Tel: 014-577 1324

Fax: 014-577 1325

Boland Agricultural High School Paarl, Western Cape Tel: 021-863 8143

Fax: 021-863 8114

Harry Oppenheimer Agricultural

High School

Limburg, Limpopo Tel: 015-223 4999

Fax: 015-223 4999

Hendrik Potgieter Agricultural High School

Reddersburg, Free State Tel: 051-553 0129 Fax: 051-553 0129

Jacobsdal Agricultural High School Jacobsdal, Free State Tel: 053-591 0050 Fax: 053-591 0061

Kgotso Agricultural Secondary School

Hoopstad, Free State Tel: 053-444 1231 Fax: 052-444 1085

Kroonstad High School Kroonstad, Free State Tel: 056-212 4107

Fax: 056-212 5434

Kuschke Agricultural High School Eerstegoud, Limpopo Tel: 015-293 7026

Fax: 015-293 7029

Marlow Agricultural High School Cradock, Eastern Cape Tel: 048-881 3121

Fax: 048-881 3192

Martin Oosthuizen Agricultural High

School

Kakamas, Northern Cape Tel: 054-431 0884

Fax: 054-431 0443

Merensky High School Tzaneen, Limpopo Tel: 015-305 3215 Fax: 015-305 3214

Middelburg High School Middelburg, Mpumalanga Tel: 013-282 7393 Fax: 013-282 4402

Morgenson Landbou Akademie Morgenzon, Mpumalanga Tel: 017-793 3089

Fax: 017-793 3270

P H Moeketsi Agricultural High

School

Taung, North West Tel: 053-994 1845

Fax: 053-994 1846

Nampo Agricultural Secondary

School

Bothaville, Free State Tel: 056-515 3951

Fax: 056-515 3951

Niekerksrus Agricultural High

School

Viljoenskroon, Free State Tel: 056-343 0149

Fax: 056-343 0149

Northern Cape Agricultural High School

Jan Kempdorp, Northern Cape Tel: 053-465 0424 Fax: 053-465 0425

Oakdale Agricultural High School Riversdale, Western Cape Tel: 028-713 2549 Fax: 028-713 3248

Phandulwazi Agricultural High

School

Alice, Eastern Cape Tel: 040-653 1149

Fax: 040-653 1149

Seotlong Agricultural School Witsieshoek, KwaZulu-Natal Tel: 05871-34 297

Fax: 05871-34 299

Settlers Agricultural High School Settlers, Mpumalanga Tel: 014-730 0211

Fax: 014-730 0291



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Agricultural High Schools

School Location Contact Details

Suikerland Agricultural High School Malelane, Mpumalanga Tel: 013-790 1191 Fax: 013-790 0276

Umzimvelo Agricultural School Ermelo, Mpumalanga Tel: 017-819 5820

Fax: 017-819 2969

Unicom High School Tweespruit, Free State Tel: 051-963 0013

Fax: 051-963 0128

Weston Agricultural High School Mooiriver, KwaZulu-Natal Tel: 033-263 1328

Fax: 033-263 2049

Winterberg Agricultural High School

Fort Beaufort, Eastern Cape Tel: 046-645 1168 Fax: 046-645 1518



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Name Location Contact Details Qualification Duration Cost (±2014)

(Including

Accommodation without meals)

Entry Requirements Application

Deadline

Cedara College Pietermaritzburg,

KwaZulu-Natal Tel: 033-355 9304

Fax: 033-355 9303

N Dip Agriculture 3 years 1st year: ± R18,000

2nd year: ± R18,000

3rd year: ± R18,000

Senior certificate with exemption

(min C symbol) Must have English

and preferably Mathematics or Science (min D symbol)

31 October

Elsenburg

Agricultural College

Stellenbosch,

Western Cape Tel: 021-808 5451

Fax: 021-808 7703

N Dip Agriculture 3 years 1st year: ± R50,000

2nd year: ± R52,000

3rd year: ± R64,000

Senior certificate with exemption

(min D symbol)

Mathematics or Science or

Biology (min E symbol) is compulsory

30 June

B Agriculture 3 years As above

Lowveld College of

Agriculture (+ meals)

Nelspruit,

Mpumalanga Tel: 013-753 3064

Fax: 013-755 1110

N Dip Agriculture

(Plant Production) 3 years 1st year: ± R31,000

2nd year: ± R26,000

3rd year: ± R5,000

Senior Certificate (min D symbol)

Must have Biology and/or Agriculture

31 October

NMMU

Accommodation not incl.

Port Elizabeth,

Eastern Cape Tel: 041-504 1111

Fax: 041-504 2574

N Dip Agricultural

Management 3 years 1st year: ± R24,000

2nd year: ± R28,000

3rd year: ± R5,984

Senior Certificate with exemption

Home language (min D symbol)

and Mathematics (min D) compulsory

31 August

B Tech Agricultural

Management

1 year (plus

N Dip) ± R28,000

Owen Sithole

College

Eshowe, KwaZulu-

Natal Tel: 035-795 1345

Fax: 035-795 2379

N Dip Agriculture

(Plant Production) 3 Years 1st year: ± R22,000

2nd year: ± R22,000

3rd year: ± R12,000

Senior Certificate with standard

grade pass

English (min E symbol) compulsory

31 October

Potchefstroom

College of

Agriculture (+ meals)

Potchefstroom,

North West

Province

Tel:018-299 6556

Fax: 018-293 3925

N Dip Agriculture 3 Years 1st year: ± R23,000

2nd year: ± R23,000

3rd year: ± R8,000

Senior Certificate with exemption

Mathematics, Science and /or Biology compulsory

31 October

Boland College Worcester,

Western Cape Tel: 023-348 6920

Fax: 021-886 8260

N Cert Farming

Management 2 Years 1st year: ± R32,000

2nd year: ± R30,000

31 October

University of Fort

Hare Alice, Eastern Cape Tel: 040-602 2281

Fax: 040-653 1554

B Agric

BSc Agric

3 years ±R35,000 / year Senior Certificate (min D), English

min D; Maths and Science min C 30 September

Fort Cox College of

Agriculture

Kingwilliamstown,

Eastern Cape Tel: 040-653 8033

Fax: 040-653-8036

N Dip Agric

N Dip Agribusiness

3 years ± R11,000 / year

Matric Certificate (min E Symbol) 30 November

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BEE Bursary Support Application

P.O. Box 461, Hillcrest, 3650

Tel: (031) 313-3364

Fax: (031) 312-1326

[email protected]

How to apply for a Citrus Academy BEE bursary

• Please make sure that you have read and understood the BEE Bursary Support Information Pack before

you complete an application form.

• Please make sure that you have the permission of the citrus enterprise before you apply for a bursary.

• You may email your application to [email protected] or fax it to 086 546 7808. We

prefer that you do not post your application.

• Fill in the application form neatly, accurately and honestly. We receive hundreds of applications so it is

very important that you submit a legible application.

• Please do not use SMS or MXit language on your application form.

• If there is anything in the application you do not understand, please ask for assistance.

• Please complete all the required information on the form, even if you are a current bursary holder.

• Applications without a written motivation will not be considered.

• Please make sure that the amount you apply for is as accurate as possible. Once a bursary has been

allocated, the amount cannot be changed, although we reserve the right to verify and adjust the amount

if necessary.

• Include a certified copy of your ID and your most recent examination results. Please do not send any

original documents.

• Do not submit more than one application.

• We must receive your application on or before 30 September.

• If your contact details change after you submit your application, please inform us via email.

• Successful applicants will be contacted by the beginning of December. If we do not contact you, you can

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BEE Bursary Support Application Form

Personal Information

Name: Surname:

Citizenship: Date of Birth:

ID / Passport No.: Gender:

Driver’s License: Languages:

Cell: Telephone:

Email address:

Postal Address: Residential:

City/Town: City/Town:

Code: Code:

Information on Enterprise

Enterprise Name:

Type of Enterprise: Private Company

Closed Corporation

Cooperative

Community Property Association

Trust

Other: _____________________________________________________

Registration No.:

Contact Person:

Cell: Telephone:

Email:

Postal Address: Physical Address:

City/Town: City/Town:

Code: Code:

Your relationship to enterprise: Direct owner or part-owner

Immediate family member of direct owner or part-owner

Beneficiary or member of trust that is the owner or part-owner

Employee or potential employee

Member of community that have benefited from land restitution

Other: _______________________________________________



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Secondary Education (provide details of the highest secondary qualification you have achieved)

Highest Qualification: Year Achieved:

Name of School: City / Town:

Academic results (note that information may be verified before a bursary is awarded)

Subject Result Subject Result

Tertiary Education (provide details of the highest tertiary qualification that you have achieved)

Qualification: Year Completed:

Academic Institution: Student Number:

Academic results (note that information may be verified before a bursary is awarded)


Current Studies (provide details of the qualification you are currently enrolled for)

Qualification: Academic year (1st, 2nd):

Academic Institution: Student Number:

Academic Institution Contact Details:

Academic results of your most recent exam (note that information may be verified before a bursary is awarded)




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2018 Studies (provide details of the qualification you will enrol for in 2018)

Qualification: Academic year (1st, 2nd):

Academic Institution: Accommodation*:

Academic Institution Contact Details:

* Please note: The Academy does not assist students in securing accommodation. It is the student’s

responsibility to find accommodation, apply for residence and pay the deposit and required fees until such

time as the bursary funds that are allocated for accommodation, are released.

Bursary Amount

Category Amount (R00,000-00)

Tuition Fees:

Accommodation:

Research Cost: (postgrad only)

Books:

Other (E.g. meals):

Total Amount: Please note that this amount will be co-funded by the Citrus Academy and the citrus enterprise.

Motivation In 500 words or less, describe your background in the citrus industry, reasons for further study and how you will benefit the citrus enterprise and the broader citrus industry on the completion of your studies. Please

note that expressing financial need is not sufficient motivation.



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Please note that a copy of your ID and proof of all academic results must accompany your application.

© Citrus Academy 2013

Citrus Academy BEE Bursary Support

Memorandum of Agreement

between

Citrus Academy

(Reg. No. CK2007/01230008)

(hereinafter referred to as the "Citrus Academy")

and

_________________________ Citrus Enterprise Name

__________________

Registration Number (if applicable)

Identity Number (if applicable)

(hereinafter referred to as the "Enterprise")

Memorandum of Agreement – BEE Bursary Support

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1. Interpretation

1.1. In this agreement and the schedules, if any, unless inconsistent with or otherwise indicated by the

context, the following words shall bear the meanings assigned to them hereunder:

1.1.1. Citrus Academy shall mean the Section 21 company with the registration number

CK2007/01230008 operating as a non-profit organisation with the objective of enabling skills

development in the citrus industry.

1.1.2. Enterprise shall mean an entity of whatever nature with contractual capacity, selected and

approved by the Citrus Academy in the spirit of promoting transformation and black economic

empowerment within the citrus industry, which Enterprise, for the purposes of this agreement, is

identified as follows:

Name of Enterprise: ________________________________________

Status and / or Type of Enterprise: ________________________________________

(For example: natural individual person, registered private company, registered public company,

registered close corporation, registered trust, registered co-operative, voluntary association,

partnership, firm, communal property association in terms of the provisions of the Restitution of

Land Rights Act 22 of 1994 or any other association or community endowed with contractual

capacity in terms of law of general application or any specific legislation in force in the Republic of

South Africa)

Registration Number (if applicable): ________________________________________

Identity Number (if applicable): ________________________________________

Main Business: ________________________________________

1.1.3. Learner shall mean the natural person (contrary to the provisions of 1.2.3 hereof) whose name and

identity number is registered as such, as authorised by the Citrus Academy and whose application

to an Academic Institution for registration / enrolment for a selected Course is accepted by the

Academic Institution.

1.1.4. Bursary shall mean the amount of money allocated by the Enterprise to a Learner for a specific

academic year to be renewed on a yearly basis (subject to conditions).

1.1.5. Academic Institution shall mean the secondary or tertiary education institution, registered with the

Department of Higher Education, SAQA or the CHE as required, where the Learner is receiving or ir

to be receiving his / her education.

1.1.6. Bursary Support shall mean an amount of money, as determined by the Citrus Academy, to be paid

to or on behalf of the Enterprise to be used towards Study Costs of the Learner, for the specific

academic year only, for which an application for Bursary Support by the Enterprise was approved

by the Citrus Academy.

1.1.7. Study Costs shall include tuition fees, accommodation fees, research costs, texts books, travel costs

directly related to the Learner’s studies, equipment costs, and other costs that are agreed upon

between the Citrus Academy, the Enterprise and the Learner. Neither the Enterprise nor the Citrus

Academy shall be liable for any ancillary expenses incurred by the Learner other than those

detailed in this agreement.

1.1.8. Course (as provided by the Academic Institution) shall mean a school grade, degree, diploma or

certificate course, registered with SAQA or another relevant authority.


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1.1.9. Agreement shall refer to this agreement and the words “clause”, “clauses”, “schedule” and

“schedules” shall refer to clauses and schedules, if any, of and to this agreement, unless the context

clearly indicates a contrary intention.

1.2. In this agreement and the schedules, if any, unless the context clearly indicates a contrary

intention,

1.2.1. Words importing the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa;

1.2.2. A reference to any one gender shall include the other gender;

1.2.3. A reference to a natural person shall include a body corporate, closed corporation, firm or

association, and vice versa; and

1.2.4. Cognate expressions shall bear corresponding meanings.

1.3. The headings to the clauses of this agreement are included for reference purposes only, and shall

not affect the interpretation of the provision to which they relate.

2. Scope

2.1. The Enterprise wishes to recruit and support qualifying Learner(s) for studying a Course at an

Academic Institution with the intention that the Learner(s) will be employed by the Enterprise on

completion of their studies.

2.2. The candidate Learner may be allocated a Bursary by the Enterprise to cover his / her Study Costs

as envisaged in 2.4 hereof for a specific academic year (subject to conditions as required by the

Enterprise).

2.3. The Citrus Academy provides BEE Bursary Support to the Enterprise after approval by the Citrus

Academy on application by the Enterprise for an identified candidate Learner, as selected by the

Enterprise according to the selection criteria as specified in clause 6 hereof, which Learner intends

to study to obtain enabling qualifications to be used for the benefit of the Enterprise and the citrus

industry.

2.4. Without being obligated to the relevant Academic Institution in any manner, the Citrus Academy

may in its sole discretion provide Bursary Support to a maximum of 50% of the Bursary allocated by

the Enterprise for the specific academic year and is entitled to administer and manage the Bursary

Support in its entire discretion, being particularly entitled to withhold its approved Bursary Support

until satisfied that the Enterprise has fulfilled its obligations as undertaken in clauses 4.1.4, 4.1.5,

4.1.6 and 4.1.7 hereof.

2.5. The Enterprise will identify and recruit candidate Learners, assist them by applying for BEE Bursary

Support, and if that application is successful, fund the balance of the allocated Bursary, assist them

with their application to and registration with the selected Academic Institution for the selected

Course, and if feasible and if required by the Citrus Academy provide the Learner with

opportunities for vocational learning and employ the Learner on completion of his / her studies.

2.6. This agreement sets out the respective duties and obligations of the Citrus Academy and the

Enterprise and the provisions and terms hereof will be binding on both parties when an application

as envisaged in 2.3 is approved by the Citrus Academy.

3. Period of Agreement

3.1. Despite the date of signature of this agreement, it commences on __________________________

and will continue for an indefinite period, subject to the other provisions of this agreement, and

particularly subject to the provisions of clause 7 hereof.


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4. Obligations of the Enterprise

4.1. The Enterprise shall:

4.1.1. Identify and recruit candidate Learners, according to the selection criteria as defined in clause 6;

4.1.2. Assist candidate Learners in identifying the appropriate Academic Institution and Course, ensuring

that the candidate Learner meets the entry requirements for the Course;

4.1.3. After a candidate Learner has been identified as described in 2.1 hereof, make application to the

Citrus Academy as prescribed by the Citrus Academy, for BEE Bursary Support, subject to the

following:

4.1.3.1. Such an application shall be supported by such documentation as required by the Citrus Academy,

which includes a signed and written bursary agreement between the Enterprise and a Learner,

making provision for employment, vacation work, and an internship (if applicable) of the Learner,

according to provisions approved by the Citrus Academy.

4.1.3.2. No application for Bursary Support will be entertained by the Citrus Academy unless the Enterprise

submits the aforesaid bursary agreement, as a required supporting document to its Bursary

Support application, for approval by the Citrus Academy.

4.1.3.3. It is recorded that, if requested by the Enterprise, the Citrus Academy will assist the Enterprise with

finalisation of the provisions of such an agreement as referred to above in such manner as the

Citrus Academy will decide in its sole discretion, subject thereto that the provision and scope of

such an agreement are totally the responsibility of the Enterprise; and any advice, opinion

expressed, possible drafts of agreement or provisions therein provided by the Citrus Academy will

not be the basis of any liability of the Citrus Academy for damages or any other sustainable claim in

law as it will be considered as mere opinion or suggestions by the Citrus Academy which the

Enterprise is entitled to accept or reject in its sole discretion.

4.1.4. Assist the candidate Learner in registering / enrolling at the selected Academic Institution for the

selected Course;

4.1.5. Provide the Citrus Academy with proof of registration / enrolment;

4.1.6. Fund a minimum of 50% of the Bursary that has been allocated by the Enterprise to the Learner

after approval by the Citrus Academy;

4.1.7. Pay the funding for which it is responsible according to clause 4.1.6 to the Academic Institution in a

maximum of two instalments, the first not later than the end of February and the second not later

than the end of August of the academic year for which the Bursary has been allocated to the

Learner;

4.1.8. Assist the Citrus Academy in monitoring the progress of the Learner and address challenges that

may arise;

4.1.9. If so required by the Learner or the Citrus Academy and if feasible, provide the Learner with

opportunities to gain vocational learning experience, through taking part in vacation work and, if so

required by the Academic Institution, an internship, as required for the Learner’s qualification;

4.1.10. Provide the Learner with employment after the completion of his / her studies, if feasible and if

required by the Citrus Academy;

4.1.11. Refund to the Citrus Academy the portion of Study Costs and payments made by the Citrus

Academy for services and / or goods directly related to the Learner’s studies which the Citrus

Academy contributed to the Enterprise’s Bursary(s) should the Learner not complete his / her

qualification successfully within the period provided for by the relevant Academic Institution or


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within such longer period as approved or condoned by the Enterprise and the Citrus Academy in

writing, which refund as referred to above will also be payable if this agreement is cancelled by the

Citrus Academy in terms of clause 7 hereof.

5. Rights and Obligations of the Citrus Academy

5.1. The Citrus Academy shall:

5.1.1. Assist the Enterprise in the execution of its responsibilities with information and advice, where

required, subject thereto that such information and advice, if supplied, will not be the basis of any

claim by the Enterprise against the Citrus Academy and it will be in the sole discretion of the

Enterprise whether it acts on such information and advice on the same basis as provided for in

clause 4.1.3.3 hereof;

5.1.2. Assess submitted BEE Bursary Support (BEEBS) applications, in its sole discretion taking inter alia

into account the total points scored by a candidate Learner as indicated in the Bursary Fund Policy

and Procedure document (which can be obtained from the Citrus Academy on request) and the

effect of an interview with the candidate Learner which interview may be required by the Citrus

Academy in its sole discretion;

5.1.3. When assessment is made whether BEE Bursary Support applications should be approved or

rejected, have the right to give preference over other first-time applicants to a Learner who has

completed a specific academic year successfully during which he / she received a Bursary and

where the Enterprise applies for BEE Bursary Support for the following specific academic year;

5.1.4. Inform the Enterprise and the candidate Learner or Learner (in case of an application for further

BEE Bursary Support) of the success or failure of the application by the middle of December of the

year preceding the year for which application was made;

5.1.5. Fund 50% of the Bursary that has been allocated to the Learner, subject thereto that the Citrus

Academy and Enterprise may agree on a smaller percentage than 50%;

5.1.6. Manage the payment of its share of the allocated Bursary by making payment of fees to the

Academic Institution, the Learner and / or any other party that provides services or goods directly

related to the Learner’s studies, in accordance with the Bursary that has been allocated for the

Learner and on submission of the required invoices or other documentation, which payment(s) will

only be made after satisfactory proof of receipt of the funding that the Enterprise is responsible for

in terms of clause 4.1.6;

5.1.7. Identify and address, with the assistance of the Enterprise, any problems that may occur or hamper

the Learner’s progress and jointly attempt to solve such problems;

5.1.8. Provide the Learner with opportunities for gaining exposure to the citrus industry, where possible

and deemed appropriate by the Citrus Academy, and provided that funding can be secured for this

purpose;

5.1.9. Attempt to source an internship grant (if an internship is required as part of the Learner’s Course)

or workplace experience grant for the Learner from the relevant SETA;

5.1.10. Have the right to monitor the Learner’s academic performance, vocational learning experiences

(including vacation work, internships and other work experience), and the employment of the

Learner on completion of his / her qualification.

6. Selection Criteria

6.1. Candidate Learners are identified, recruited and selected by the Enterprise subject to the criteria as

specified in 6.2 hereafter.


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6.2. At the time of application, an appropriate candidate Learners must:

6.2.1. Not be too remotely related to the Enterprise, in the discretion of the Citrus Academy.

6.2.2. Apply for a Bursary for the first time at the start of grade 8 or grade 10, or at the start of or during

tertiary education;

6.2.3. Study a Course that is related to citrus production, providing that a Learner may be supported for a

Course that is not directly related to citrus production if that Course will allow the Learner to take

up employment in the Enterprise;

6.2.4. Meet the entrance requirements of the Academic Institution for the Course;

6.2.5. Be interested in working for the Enterprise on the completion of his / her studies;

6.2.6. Be committed to completing his / her Course in the prescribed time period and maintaining the

performance standards as agreed upon between the Learner and the Enterprise.

7. Breach

7.1. If any party commits a breach of this agreement and fails to remedy such breach within a period of

14 (fourteen) calendar days (excluding Sundays and official holidays) from receiving written notice

requiring the breach to be remedied, the party giving notice shall be entitled, at its sole discretion,

either to cancel this agreement and claim damages and / or repayment in terms of 4.1.11 above

from the defaulting party, or alternatively to claim specific performance in respect of the defaulting

party’s obligations, whether or not such obligations have fallen due for performance.

7.2. Despite what is set out in clause 7.1, the Citrus Academy shall be entitled to summarily terminate

this agreement by unilateral written notice in the following circumstances:

7.2.1. If the Enterprise fails to pay the funding for which it is responsible as described in clauses 4.1.6 and

4.1.7 on or before the dates agreed upon in clause 4.1.7;

7.2.2. If the Enterprise fails to provide vocational training opportunities to the Learner when required to

do so by the Citrus Academy or if the Enterprise fails to provide permanent employment to the

Learner for a period at least equal to the total period for which the Learner received Bursary

Support, should the Citrus Academy require the Enterprise to do so; with the only exception being

if the Enterprise can prove the unfeasibility of providing such temporary or permanent

employment to the Learner to the satisfaction of the Citrus Academy.

8. Notice

8.1. The parties to this agreement select as their respective domicilia citandi et executandi the physical

addresses as set out below, and for the purpose of servicing notices provided for or required under

this agreement, the following contact details:

The Citrus Academy

Physical Address: Suite 8

22 On Main

22 Old Main Road

Gillitts

KwaZulu-Natal


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Postal Address: P.O. Box 461

Hillcrest

3650

Telephone Nr: (031) 765-3410

Fax Nr: 086-546-7808

Email Address: [email protected]

The Enterprise: ____________________________________

Physical Address: ____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

Postal Address: ____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

Telephone Nr: ____________________________________

Fax Nr: ____________________________________

Email Address: ____________________________________

Any of the addresses above may be substituted by any party by giving notice to the other party in

the manner provided for in clause 8.2 below, subject thereto that the physical address may be

substituted only by another physical address.

8.2. Any notice addressed to a party shall be sent by prepaid registered post, or delivered by hand, or

sent by fax, or sent by email.

8.3. Any notice shall be deemed to have been given and received:

8.3.1. If posted by prepaid registered post, 14 (fourteen) days after the date of posting thereof;

8.3.2. If delivered by hand to a person apparently authorised to receive such delivery during business

hours on a business day, on the day of delivery;

8.3.3. If sent by fax, on the day of sending of such fax provided that a delivery report is retained and

providing that such a day is a business day, failing which on the next business day;

8.3.4. If sent by email, on the date of sending of such email provided that a delivery report is retained and

providing that such a day is a business day, failing which on the next business day.

9. Whole Agreement

9.1. This agreement constitutes the whole of the agreement between the parties hereto relating to the

subject matter hereof and, save as otherwise provided herein, no amendment, alteration, addition,

variation or consensual cancellation shall be of any force or effect unless reduced to writing and

signed by the parties hereto or their duly authorised representatives.


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9.2. The parties agree that no other conditions, warranties or representations, whether oral or written,

whether express or implied, and whether by statute or otherwise, shall apply hereto.

10. Waiver

10.1. No waiver of any of the terms and conditions of this agreement shall be binding or effectual for any

purpose unless expressed in writing and signed by the party hereto allowing the waiver, and such

waiver shall be effective only in the specific instance and for the purpose given.

10.2. No failure or delay on the part of either party hereto in exercising any right, power or privilege

hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right,

power or privilege preclude any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right,

power or privilege under this agreement.

Signed at _________________________ on this the _____ day of ___________________ 20___

Witnesses:

1. ___________________________ ___________________________

2. ___________________________

For and on behalf of the

Enterprise who, by his / her

signature warrants that he / she

is duly authorised thereto


Witnesses:

1. ___________________________ ___________________________

2. ___________________________

For and on behalf of the Citrus

Academy who, by his / her



© Citrus Academy 2013

Bursary Agreement

between

_________________________ Citrus Enterprise Name

__________________

Registration Number (if applicable)

(hereinafter referred to as the "Enterprise")

and

_________________________ Name

__________________

Identity Number

(hereinafter referred to as the "Learner")

assisted (if applicable) by his / her Guardian

_________________________ The Guardian

__________________

Identity Number of Guardian


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1. Interpretation

1.1. In this agreement and the schedules (if any), unless inconsistent with or otherwise indicated by the

context, the following words shall bear the meanings assigned to them hereunder:

1.1.1. Enterprise shall mean any entity or person with contractual capacity:

Name of citrus enterprise: ________________________________________

Registration number: ________________________________________

Main business: ________________________________________

1.1.2. Learner shall mean the natural person whose name and identity number is reflected on the first

page of this agreement, whose application for a bursary has been accepted by the Enterprise and

whose application to an Learning Institution for registration / enrolment for a selected study or

Course is accepted by the Learning Institution.

1.1.3. Citrus Academy shall mean the Section 21 company with the registration number

CK2007/01230008 operating as a non-profit organisation with the objective of enabling skills

development in the citrus industry.

1.1.4. Learning Institution shall mean the secondary or tertiary education institution, registered with the

Department of Basic Education, the Department of Higher Education, SAQA or the CHE as required

and applicable, where the Learner is receiving or is to receive his / her education.

1.1.5. Bursary shall mean an amount of money, as allocated by the Enterprise, to be paid to or on behalf

of the Learner and that is to be used towards the Learner’s Study Costs.

1.1.6. Study Costs shall include tuition fees, accommodation fees, research costs, texts books, travel costs

directly related to the Learner’s studies, equipment costs, and other costs that are agreed upon

between the Enterprise and the Learner. The Enterprise shall not be liable for any ancillary

expenses incurred by the Learner other than those detailed in this agreement.

1.1.7. Course shall mean a school grade, degree, diploma or certificate course, registered with SAQA or

another relevant authority, as provided by the Learning Institution in accordance with the rules of

such a course and as approved by the Enterprise.

1.1.8. Academic Year shall mean one year of the Course that is to be or is being undertaken by the

Learner, and shall always be within one calendar year from January to and including December.

1.1.9. Employer shall mean any entity that the Enterprise at its discretion has identified as suitable for the

vacation work, internships or employment that the Learner is obligated or wishes to undertake in

terms of this agreement and / or as required by the Learning Institution.

1.1.10. Agreement shall refer to this agreement and the words clause and clauses, schedule and schedules,

and appendix and appendices shall refer to clauses, schedules and appendices, if any, of and to this

agreement.

1.2. In this agreement and the schedules and appendices, if any, unless the context clearly indicates a

contrary intention,

1.2.1. Words importing the singular shall include the plural, and vice versa;

1.2.2. A reference to any one gender shall include the other gender;

1.2.3. A reference to a natural person (except in 1.1.2 above) shall include a body corporate, closed

corporation, firm or association, and vice versa; and

1.2.4. Cognate expressions shall bear corresponding meanings.


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1.3. The headings to the clauses of this agreement are included for reference purposes only, and shall

not affect the interpretation of the provision to which they relate.

2. Scope

2.1. The Enterprise hereby, subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, agrees to provide a

Bursary to the Learner for one Academic Year, which Bursary the Learner acknowledges is in

respect of Study Costs.

2.2. The Learner hereby accepts such aforesaid Bursary, subject to the terms and conditions of this

Agreement.

2.3. The amount of the Bursary is R__________ (____________________________________________),

made up as follows:

Tuition fees R___________

Accommodation fees R___________

Research costs R___________

Text books R___________

Other costs R___________

2.4. The amount of the bursary will be disbursed by the Enterprise in no less than 2 (two) payments in

accordance with the requirements of the Learning Institution and / or other requirements

approved by the Enterprise.

2.5. If the Learner applies in the prescribed manner for a further bursary after the year for which the

bursary was provided to the Learner in terms of 2.2 and 2.3 above, the Enterprise may allocate, in

its sole and absolute discretion, a further Bursary to the Learner, subject to such further conditions

or amendments, if any, as the Enterprise may unilaterally in its sole discretion deem necessary,

including but not limited to the amount of the Bursary, Course or qualification changes, or change

of Learning Institution.

2.6. If a further Bursary is allocated to the Learner in terms of 2.5 above, the terms and conditions of

this Agreement together with such further conditions or amendments (if any) as the Enterprise may

in writing advise the Learner of, will be applicable to the Academic Year for which the further

Bursary was allocated.

2.7. Clause 2.6 above is subject to the provisions of clause 4.1.2 below and is subject thereto that if any

other conditions or applicable amendments are stipulated in terms of clause 2.5 above by the

Enterprise in case of a further Bursary, the Learner must accept such further conditions or

amendments in writing.

3. Termination of Agreement

3.1. Notwithstanding the date of signature of this Agreement, it shall terminate after one Academic

Year unless a further Bursary or further Bursaries for following Academic Year(s) are allocated as

provided for in clauses 2.5 to 2.7 above, in which case the provisions of this Agreement will be

binding for such further Academic Years for which a further Bursary is allocated to the Learner

notwithstanding that the Bursaries may not be allocated for consecutive Academic Years.

3.2. The provisions of the above clauses 2 and 3.1 are subject to the provisions of clause 6 hereof.

3.3. In case of any valid termination of this agreement, neither any accrued rights nor the provisions of

clauses 4.2 and 4.3 will be prejudiced.


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4. Obligations of the Learner

4.1. The Learner shall in every year for which a Bursary (including any further Bursary in terms of clause

2.5 above) is allocated to him / her:

4.1.1. Study a Course at a Learning Institution as approved by the Enterprise, presently being:

Course: __________________________

Learning Institution: __________________________

4.1.2. If the Learner wishes to change a Course or Learning Institution during the period of the

agreement, obtain consent from the Enterprise before making such a change, to the effect of which

a written amendment to this Agreement must be signed by both parties;

4.1.3. Comply with such requirements, rules and regulations as laid down by the Learning Institution for

the attainment and completion of the Course;

4.1.4. Provide to the Enterprise progress reports as and when requested by the Enterprise from time to

time;

4.1.5. Not accept any other bursary, sponsorship or study loan from a third party (including NSFAS)

without the prior written consent of the Enterprise, failing which consent, the amount of the

Bursary will be reduced by the amount received from an aforesaid third party, in such manner as

decided upon by the Enterprise in exercising a reasonable discretion after giving written invitation

to the Learner to make representations in this regard, and taking such representations (if any) from

the Learner into consideration;

4.1.6. Maintain the following performance standards in every year for which a Bursary is allocated to him

/ her:

4.1.6.1. Maintain a minimum D-average;

4.1.6.2. Not fail any main subject outright;

4.1.6.3. Not be guilty of misconduct and shall not act in contravention of the rules of the Learning

Institution;

4.1.6.4. Not present himself / herself as an agent of the Enterprise without written authorisation from the

Enterprise;

4.1.6.5. Comply with the Citrus Academy Code of Conduct, attached hereto as Appendix A and initialled by

the parties hereto.

4.1.7. Where required, do all things necessary to assist the Enterprise to obtain a copy of his / her

academic records, failing which, by signing this Agreement, the Learner hereby authorises the

Enterprise to obtain academic records from the Learning Institution. The Enterprise retains the

right to requisition the academic records of the Learner at any time and at its sole discretion to

verify that performance standards are maintained.

4.1.8. By signing this agreement, hereby authorise the Enterprise to obtain any required information from

the Learning Institution relating to the Learner’s conduct. The Enterprise retains the right to at any

time obtain information on the Learner’s conduct from the Learning Institution at its sole

discretion, and is not under obligation to inform the Learner of such action.

4.1.9. Render services in line with the Learner’s studies, to the Enterprise or to an Employer nominated by

the Enterprise for this purpose, during Learning Institution vacations for a period of no less than 4

(four) weeks in total during each year of study, should the Enterprise require the Learner to do so,

and under such conditions as the Enterprise may impose upon the Learner;


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4.1.10. Enter employment with the Enterprise on completion of his / her studies;

4.1.11. Remain employed at the Enterprise for a period not shorter than the period for which he / she

received a Bursary or Bursaries from the Enterprise;

4.1.12. Inform the Enterprise if, at any time, the Learner takes up a position of permanent or temporary

employment with an Employer that has not been approved by the Enterprise;

4.1.13. In the event of the Learner's Course requiring a period of vocational training, take up employment

with the Enterprise, comply with the terms and conditions of his / her employment, and complete

his / her vocational training, which period of vocational training will pro-rata be considered as

fulfilment of the obligation of the Learner as laid out in clause 4.1.11;

4.1.14. Keep the Enterprise informed of any changes in the Learner’s circumstances that might impact on

his / her ability to perform his / her obligations under this agreement;

4.1.15. Immediately inform the Enterprise of any changes in his / her contact details, physical or postal

address.

4.2. In the event of the Learner:

4.2.1. Refusing to take up employment with the Enterprise after completion of the Learner's Course, the

Learner will be obligated to repay to the Enterprise the full amount of the Bursary paid to or on

behalf of the Learner as set out in clause 2;

4.2.2. Failing to remain employed by the Enterprise for the full period as defined in clause 4.1.11, the

Learner will be required to repay to the Enterprise the portion of the Bursary as set out in clause 2

corresponding to the period the Learner failed to fulfil his / her obligations, meaning for instance

that if the Learner has only worked half of the required period, and therefore fails to fulfil half of

his / her obligation, the Learner shall the required to repay half the Bursary;

4.2.3. Failing to successfully complete the Course for which the Bursary was allocated, including any

period of vocational training, the Learner shall be required to repay to the Enterprise the full

amount of the Bursary paid to the Learner as set out in clause 2;

4.2.4. Failing to maintain the performance standard as set out in clause 4.1.6, repay to the Enterprise the

full amount of any Bursary paid to the Learner as set out in clause 2, subject to a disciplinary

hearing and valid subsequent termination of the agreement in terms of clause 6 hereof.

4.3. In case of a reimbursement from the Learner becoming due and payable in terms of clause 4.2 and

its sub-clauses, the Learner shall after demand reimburse the Enterprise the amount due in twelve

equal monthly instalments without interest being levied on the amount owing, with the first

instalment becoming payable on a date no later than three months after the termination of this

agreement, as agreed upon between the Enterprise and the Learner. The full amount owing by the

Learner shall become due and payable if any instalment is not paid or not paid in full in the manner

agreed between the parties, in which case interest shall become payable at the prime rate from

time to time on the outstanding amount, which interest shall be levied from the day on which the

Learner defaulted in reimbursing the Enterprise.

5. Obligations of the Enterprise

5.1. The Enterprise shall:

5.1.1. Pay the amount payable to the Learning Institution in no less than 2 (two) payments in accordance

with the requirements of the Learning Institution;


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5.1.2. If required, provide to the Learning Institution a letter of undertaking with regard to funds allocated

but not yet paid, provided that the Learner has maintained the performance standards in terms of

clause 4.1.6 hereof;

5.1.3. Endeavour to place the Learner at a suitable Employer for any prescribed period of vacation work;

5.1.4. In the event of the Learner's Course requiring a period of vocational training, endeavour to find

employment for the Learner with a suitable Employer for the duration of the Learner's prescribed

vocational training; and

5.1.5. Assist the Learner, at the request of the Learner, in finding employment at a suitable Employer

upon the Learner's completion of his / her Course.

6. Breach

6.1. If any party commits a breach of this agreement and fails to remedy such breach within a period of

14 (fourteen) days from receiving written notice requiring the breach to be remedied, the party

giving notice shall be entitled, at its sole discretion, either to cancel this agreement and claim

damages from the defaulting party, or alternatively to claim specific performance in respect of the

defaulting party’s obligations.

6.2. Despite what is set out above, the Enterprise shall be entitled to summarily terminate this

agreement if the Learner is in breach of any one or more of the following clauses: clause 4.1.6,

clause 4.1.9, clause 4.1.10, clause 4.1.11, and clause 4.1.13, in which case the provisions of clauses

4.2 and 4.3 will also become applicable.

7. Acknowledgement

7.1. The Learner acknowledges that there is no employment relationship between himself / herself and

the Enterprise while the Learner is studying, unless an independent contract of employment exists

between the Learner and the Enterprise.

8. Notice

8.1. The parties to this agreement select as their respective domicilia citandi et executandi the physical

addresses as set out below, and for the purpose of servicing notices provided for or required under

this agreement, the following contact details:

The Enterprise: ____________________________________


____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

Postal Address: ____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

Telephone Nr: ____________________________________

Fax Nr: ____________________________________

Email Address: ____________________________________


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The Learner: ____________________________________


____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

Postal Address: ____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

____________________________________

Telephone Nr: ____________________________________

Fax Nr: ____________________________________

Email Address: ____________________________________

Any of the addresses above may be substituted by any party by giving notice to other party in the

manner provided for in clause 8.2 below, subject thereto that the physical address may be

substituted only by another physical address.

8.2. Any notice addressed to a party shall be sent by prepaid registered post, or delivered by hand, or

sent by fax, or sent by email.

8.3. Any notice shall be deemed to have been given and received:

8.3.1. If posted by prepaid registered post, 14 (fourteen) days after the date of posting thereof;

8.3.2. If delivered by hand during business hours on a business day, on the day of delivery;

8.3.3. If sent by fax, on the day of sending of such fax provided that a delivery report is retained and

providing that such a day is a business day, failing which on the next business day;

8.3.4. If sent by email, on the date of sending of such email provided that a delivery report is retained and

providing that such a day is a business day, failing which on the next business day.

9. Whole Agreement

9.1. This agreement constitutes the whole of the agreement between the parties hereto relating to the

subject matter hereof and, save as otherwise provided herein, no amendment, alteration, addition,

variation or consensual cancellation shall be of any force or effect unless reduced to writing and

signed by the parties hereto or their duly authorised representatives.

9.2. The parties agree that no other conditions, warranties or representations, whether oral or written,

whether express or implied, and whether by statute or otherwise, shall apply hereto.

10. Waiver

10.1. No waiver of any of the terms and conditions of this agreement shall be binding or effectual for any

purpose unless expressed in writing and signed by the party hereto allowing the waiver, and such

waiver shall be effective only in the specific instance and for the purpose given.

10.2. No failure or delay on the part of either party hereto in exercising any right, power or privilege

hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right,


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power or privilege preclude any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right,

power or privilege under this agreement.


Witnesses:

1. ___________________________ ___________________________

2. ___________________________

For and on behalf of the

Enterprise who, by his / her




Witnesses:

1. ___________________________ ___________________________

2. ___________________________

Learner

Citrus Academy Bursary Agreement

Appendix A: Code of Conduct

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1. Objective

Citrus Academy Bursary Fund Learners are bound by the stipulations of the Bursary Agreement to

attain high academic standards and fulfil certain occupational obligations to the citrus industry. In

addition to this, Learners are expected to behave in an appropriate manner at all times as

representatives of the Citrus Academy.

The intention of this document is to:

• Clarify the position of the Citrus Academy with regard to expected standards of conduct and

disciplinary action;

• Give guidance to Citrus Academy Learners on the standards of conduct that is expected from

them; and

• Define breaches of the standard of conduct and the consequences thereof.

2. Code of Conduct

Learners are expected to act honestly, conscientiously and in good faith at all times, with

consideration for their responsibilities and the interests of the Citrus Academy, the citrus industry,

fellow Learners, and any Company the Learner may be connected with. This applies to Learners’

behaviour on campus, as well as off campus while engaged in experiential training or attending

conferences, seminars and the like as delegates of the Citrus Academy.

For the duration of Learners’ association with the Citrus Academy, including full and part-time

study, internships, work experience and period for which the Learner has to work within the citrus

industry as part of his / her obligations under the Bursary Agreement, he / she is obligated to

adhere to the standards of conduct stipulated below.

2.1. On Campus

During the academic year while Learners are involved in full-time studies at their Learning

Institution, the Learner shall focus on his / her academic studies as the first priority at all times.

More specifically, the Learner shall:

2.1.1. Maintain the academic standards that are required of him / her in terms of the Bursary Agreement;

2.1.2. Cooperate fully with all staff of the Learning Institution, in every reasonable request;

2.1.3. Adhere to the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the Learning Institution;

2.1.4. Not cheat during exams, in any way falsify academic records, or withhold pertinent information;

2.1.5. Not commit plagiarism, which means the copying of another person’s idea or written work and

claiming it as one’s own original work;

2.1.6. Not copy any content directly from a written or electronic source without due acknowledgement;

2.1.7. Not copy the work of any other fellow learner or allow another learner to copy their work;

2.1.8. Not instigate or take part in any disorderly, disruptive or illegal activities, including the abuse of

alcohol or the abuse of prescription or non-prescription drugs;

2.1.9. Not commit or be part of any form of sexual harassment, or any abuse of any kind, including sexual,

physical, psychological, and emotional abuse;

2.1.10. Not discriminate against any other person on the basis of race, gender, age, sexual orientation,

religion, health status, disability, or any other basis recognised by the constitution of South Africa

as being grounds for unfair discrimination; and



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2.1.11. Not cause damage to the property of the Learning Institution, any other private or public

enterprise, or any other person; and not undertake any such actions on the part that can incur

liability on the part of the Citrus Academy.

2.2. Off Campus

Learners who are engaged in experiential training, such as industry exposure, vacation work,

internships or workplace experience, shall:

2.2.1. Adhere to all the policies and procedures of the Company, and not perform any tasks in any way

that is not in line with the workplace procedures of the employer;

2.2.2. Familiarise himself / herself with and adhere strictly to the stipulations of the Occupational Health

and Safety Act and any other relevant workplace legislation and regulations;

2.2.3. Not change any approved workplace procedure or method without the full knowledge and consent

of the employer;

2.2.4. Always be present to fulfil their designated functions and obligations whenever required and as

directed, provided that:

2.2.4.1. If the Learner is unable to attend work for whatever reason, including being ill, he / she shall

contact their supervisor before 10h00 on that particular day to inform them of the reason for non-

attendance and of when the Learner can be expected back at work;

2.2.4.2. If sick leave is taken for a period of 3 days or longer, or on a Friday or Monday, the Learner must

present a note from a medical doctor stating details of the illness and the prescribed treatment.

(The Learner must however still contact his / her workplace supervisor as directed in clause

2.2.4.1.);

2.2.5. Carry out their duties in an efficient and competent manner, and maintain agreed-upon

performance standards;

2.2.6. Cooperate fully with the management of the Company, and not refuse to perform any duty or carry

out any lawful and reasonable instructions of managers and supervisors;

2.2.7. Not complain or make any demands with regard to remuneration – Learners are reminded that

they are not entitled to any financial rewards while not yet qualified;

2.2.8. Not use the property, resources or funds of the employer or the Citrus Academy for other than

authorised purposes, including telephone, fax and internet facilities;

2.2.9. Not use a cellular phone to make or receive personal calls during working hours;

2.2.10. Not remove or have unauthorised possession of property belonging to the employer or any of his

employees;

2.2.11. Respect the privacy of individuals and use confidential information only for the purposes for which

it was intended;

2.2.12. Not assault, confront or threaten any employee of the Company, or in any way get involved with

labour conflicts, which includes the use of insulting and derogatory language;

2.2.13. Not deliberately or recklessly act or fail to act in a manner resulting in a safety risk and / or serious

damage or financial loss to the Company or the Citrus Academy;

2.2.14. Under no circumstances be under the influence of alcohol or non-prescription drugs during working

hours;

2.2.15. Not instigate or take part in any disorderly, disruptive or illegal activities;



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2.2.16. Not commit or be part of any form of sexual harassment, or any abuse of any kind, including sexual,

physical, psychological, and emotional abuse; and

2.2.17. Not discriminate against any other person on the basis of race, gender, age, sexual orientation,

religion, health status, disability, or any other basis recognised by the constitution of South Africa

as being grounds for unfair discrimination.

2.3. Delegations

Learners who are chosen to represent the Citrus Academy at conferences, seminars or any other

public event, are subject to the provisions set out in clause 2.1, and shall also:

2.3.1. Actively participate in all sessions, workshops and activities;

2.3.2. Make an effort to network with fellow delegates;

2.3.3. Always be accompanied by a chaperone;

2.3.4. Strictly adhere to the itinerary provided;

2.3.5. Never leave the premises without prior written consent of the Citrus Academy management and

the appointed chaperone;

2.3.6. Respect the property and dignity of their hosts; and

2.3.7. Not engage in any after-hours activities which will bring the name of the Citrus Academy into

disrepute.

3. Breaches of the Code of Conduct

If the Learner is found to have contravened one or more of the obligations set out above,

disciplinary action will be taken. Please note that the obligations as set out in clause 2 is by no

means an exhaustive list and disciplinary action can be taken against a Learner for any cause

recognised as sufficient by law.

3.1. Disciplinary Action

The nature of the disciplinary action taken against a Learner that is found guilty of misconduct is

entirely at the discretion of the Citrus Academy and will depend on the nature of the misconduct,

and may be in the nature of:

3.1.1. In the case of less serious offences, a verbal warning where after the Learner will be given the

opportunity to correct his / her behaviour.

3.1.2. Informing the parent of guardian of the Learner of the nature of the misconduct and of the possible

consequences.

3.1.3. A final written warning after a first offence, where the Learner will be summarily dismissed from

the Bursary Fund if found guilty of any subsequent misconduct.

3.1.4. Compensation and / or reparation by the Learner for any damage caused by his / her actions.

3.1.5. Summary dismissal from the Bursary Fund, at which time clause 6.2 of the Bursary Agreement of

which this document is an Appendix, will come into effect.

3.2. Disciplinary Procedure

The procedure used to determine the culpability of the Learner and the seriousness of the

misconduct will be entirely at the discretion of the Citrus Academy management, and may include

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3.2.1. The Citrus Academy will obtain a written report on the alleged misconduct from the Company,

Learning Institution or any other party to the alleged offense in order to ascertain all relevant

details.

3.2.2. The Citrus Academy will initiate verbal and / or written communication with the Learner and his /

her parent or guardian regarding the details of the alleged misconduct by the Learner. The Learner

will be given an opportunity to provide information and / or evidence in his / her defence.

3.2.3. If the Company, Learning Institution or other party to the alleged offense institutes disciplinary

action against the Learner, the Citrus Academy will suspend any further action until the outcome of

this action is known.

3.2.4. If the veracity of the allegations cannot be determined through the above steps, a disciplinary

hearing will be held by the Citrus Academy, as follows:

3.2.4.1. Representatives of the Company, Learning Institution or other party to the alleged offense will be

invited to provide details and evidence of the alleged misconduct.

3.2.4.2. The Learner will be allowed to call witnesses and / or present evidence in his / her defence. The

Learner may also choose to have an interpreter present at the hearing.

3.2.4.3. All parties will be informed at least 14 days in advance of the date, time and place of the hearing.

3.2.4.4. The hearing will be chaired by an independent arbiter who the parties will agree on in advance.

3.2.4.5. The chairperson of the disciplinary hearing will consider all evidence before him / her and

announce his / her verdict within 7 days after the disciplinary hearing.

3.2.4.6. The outcome of the hearing will be final and binding to all parties.

3.2.5. Should the Learner be found guilty, the Citrus Academy will issue a letter detailing the misconduct,

expected reparation and disciplinary action that will be taken, as per clause 3.1.

4. Conclusion

Last but not least, Citrus Academy Bursary Fund Learners are encouraged to live their lives by the

Entrepreneurs Creed:

I do not choose to be a common person. It is my right to be uncommon – if I can.

I seek opportunity – not security.

I do not wish to be a kept citizen, humbled and dulled by having the state look after me.

I want to take the calculated risk, to dream and to build, to fail and to succeed.

I refuse to barter incentive for a dole.

I prefer the challenges of life to the guaranteed existence, and the thrill of fulfilment to the stale

calm of Utopia.

I will not trade my freedom for beneficence or my dignity for a hand-out.

I will never cower before any earthly master nor bend to any threat.

It is my heritage to stand erect, proud and unafraid, to think and act for myself, to enjoy the benefit

of my creations and to face the world boldly and say: “This I have done.”

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