Duration: Two-Year Programme
Monthly Stipend: R 9, 306.18
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 would like to invite qualifying individuals to apply for an internship opportunity within its Finance Unit. Unemployed individuals who have never participated in an internship programme are invited to apply. This opportunity is only available for South African Citizens. The successful intern will be appointed for a period of twenty-four (24) months.
Reporting to the Finance Manager; the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Processing invoices on the accounting software;
- Processing electronic payments;
- Creditor’s statement reconciliations;
- Processing journals;
- Creditors control account reconciliations;
- Bank reconciliations;
- Financial internal controls;
- General administration in a finance environment;
- Any other functions as delegated by the supervisor
Minimum Requirements:
- A grade 12 or matric certificate;
- National Diploma or equivalent at NQF Level 6 in the Financial Accounting field;
- A Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent at NQF Level 7 in the Financial and Accounting field will be an added advantage.
Competencies.
The candidate must possess the following:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills;
- Proficiency in MS Office packages
- An understanding of legislation and developments pertaining to education and training;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- A proactive attitude;
- Ability to pay attention to detail.
Closing Date: 01 September 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’ license, and valid proof of identification.
The MQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer; therefore, the filling of the position will be in line with its Employment Equity Plan.
Preference will be given to Male (African, Indian, White, Coloured) and Female (Indian, White, Coloured) and disabled candidates.
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.
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates can apply online at www.cvspaces.co.za.
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