Paterson Grade: B5
Remuneration: R 308, 284.13 p.a (plus a possible 20% performance bonus).
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is a Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) operating under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). The MQA is mandated by the Skills Development Act (SDA) 97 of 1998 to drive skills development within the mining and minerals sector (MMS). Its scope covers a diverse range of sub-sectors, including Coal Mining, Gold Mining, Platinum Group Metals (PGM) Mining, Diamond Mining, other mining commodities, Cement, Lime, Aggregates, and Sand, as well as services related to the mining industry, Diamond Processing, and Jewellery Manufacturing.
The MQA requires the services of a competent individual to fill the below-mentioned position.
ROLE PURPOSE:
To provide a comprehensive clerical/administrative support services to the Stakeholder Relations unit.
This position reports to the Senior Regional Manager and will be based at the MQA Head office.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:
Administration of Grants: • Verify grants applications forms • Register non-funded learners • Scan and file learner enrolment forms for the non- funded learners • Check accuracy of learner information on the system • Conduct learner verifications • Validate performance information • Processing of payments • Payment reconciliations • Send proof of payment to companies.
Contract Management: • Administer youth development, mine community and TVETS agreements according to MQA procedures • Follow up on Approval contracts • Scanning and filing the contracts • Allocation of the reference number • Assisting with Loading the contract on AX • Sending the signed contracts.
General Administration: • File and retrieve documents and records in relation to the project • Make travel, accommodation, catering and document arrangements for the Mine Community meetings, workshops and roadshows • Update the status of projects on Excel spreadsheet on a regular basis • Provide administration support to the registration of learners in the project/s.
Implementation of Quality Management System: • Maintain the Youth Development/mine community/ TVET Support records according to ISO standards.
Develop and maintain stakeholder / customer relationships: • Provide guidance and clarity to stakeholders and training providers regarding invoices and calculation of grants • Respond to all client visits and/ or other queries relating to learning programmes • Proactively identify customer needs and opportunities.
Governance: • Implement internal controls and maintain sound administrative and governance services.
Financial Management: • Ensure compliance with the policies and procedures in the regions. • Oversee the identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of strategic and operational risks for Stakeholder Relations. • Ensure the preparation and submission of relevant reports to the Board and committees • Ensure compliance to the MQA’s governance framework.
KEY REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:
Qualifications:
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate: Vocational (NCV) (NQF 4)
- A National Diploma (NQF 6) preferably in Human Resources Development/Human Resources Management/ Business Administration/Social Science/ Public Relations/Communication or equivalent.
- A Bachelors’ Degree (NQF 7) in the above-mentioned field or equivalent will be an added advantage.
Experience: Minimum of 2 Years administration Experience.
Competencies:
Knowledge: • Knowledge of the public and mining sector and its regulatory and legislative framework • Knowledge of supply chain management methodology of the MQA • A valid driver’s license.
Skills: • Oral/written communication • Listening • Interpersonal skills • Attention to detail • Computer Literate • Communication skills • Project Administration • Presentation skills • Work under pressure • Report writing skills
Attributes: • Resilience • Integrity • Results orientated • Patience • Customer focus • Listening skills • Maturity • Deadline driven • Confidential • Proactive
The candidate should also be willing to: Work under pressure inclusive of longer than normal offices hours if required • Work with internal and external stakeholders • Travel away from home if required • Engage in a lifelong learning process relative to the context of the workplace.
Closing Date: 10 February 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Interested candidates should submit their applications which shall consist of a comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of their qualifications, a valid drivers’ licence and valid proof of identification to: www.cvspaces.co.za
The MQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; therefore, the filling of the position will be in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
Recommended candidates will be expected to undergo a professional competency assessment and vetting processes.
Successful applicant will be required to disclose their financial interest.
Should you not hear from the MQA within 4 weeks of the closing date, you must regard your application as unsuccessful.
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement in terms of MQA Performance Management System.
The MQA reserves the right not to appoint any person for this position.