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 Information Technology Unit. Unemployed individuals who have never participated in an internship programme are invited to apply. The successful intern will be appointed for a period of twenty-four (24) months. This opportunity is available to South African Citizens only.
Reporting to the Senior Manager: Information Technology, the successful candidate will be expected to actively participate and gain exposure in the following areas:
Job profile:
The candidate will be responsible for the following functions:
- Assist with the maintenance of the IT infrastructure in a Microsoft Windows environment in terms of capacity, security and network administration;
- Assist with cloud, Microsoft SQL database administration and maintenance for various information systems;
- Provide 1st line end-user support for all IT related enquiries (i.e. complete setup of new workstations (laptops, etc.), windows applications, email, anti-virus software, password reset, application systems troubleshooting) through the ICT Service Desk;
- Assist with network and printer troubleshooting;
- Assist with IT security administration (i.e. backup & recovery, firewall, antivirus, vulnerability solution, etc.);
- Provide remote assistance to end-users at regional offices;
- Perform software installation and user training; and
- Provide general office administrative support.
- Assist with the business analysis and project coordination of the current IMIS/ERP Project
Minimum Requirements:
- A Grade 12 or matric certificate;
- National Diploma or equivalent at a NQF 6 level in the Information Technology field;
- A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification in abovementioned field will be an added advantage.
Competencies:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills;
- 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: 26 January 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, 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 police clearance and qualification verification.
Should you not hear from the MQA within 4 weeks of the closing date, you must regard your application as unsuccessful.
The MQA reserves the right to not make an appointment.