Job Opportunities at MICT SETA

• MICT SETA seeks to employ a suitably qualified and competent Advisor: ETQA, to assess the compliance to quality management standards in the implementation of MICT SETA programmes.
• The key functions within the quality management eco-system include but are not limited to accreditation, provider monitoring, verification, training site approval and workplace approval for public and private training providers.
• The successful incumbents will be based at our various offices as indicated above, reporting to the respective Managers

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelors Degree in Human Resource/Human Resource Development, Public Management, Project Management, Business Management or NQF7 equivalent
• A qualification in Total Quality Management will be advantageous
• At least 4 years experience in Education Training and quality Assurance
• Knowledge of the Skills Development and National Qualifications Framework Acts
• Knowledge of the QCTO processes and procedures
• Knowledge of Skills Development policy and regulation
• Knowledge South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel is essential.

Other requirements:

• May be required to perform ad-hoc tasks as allocated by management
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment which requires agility with time management

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accreditation and Quality Assurance
• Manage accreditation related projects.
• Provide support and conducts provider monitoring.
• Monitor training sitesto assess compliance to set standards for training implementation.
• Compile progress reports on project implementation and provider accreditation.
• Make recommendations for interventions to ensure all accreditation standards are met at all times.
• Manage and recommend accreditation and assessment centre registration.
• Conduct site visits, compile reports for approval and generate the available documents.
• Present accreditation and verification reports to the accreditation committee.
• Ensure proper filing for auditing purposes.
• Attend and participate in technical, functional, and advisory committee meetings as needed.
• Coordinate and provide oversight Artisan and Non- Artisan training projects.
• Coordinate and provide oversight the conducting of panel assessments, investigate appeals and work on the Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) processes.
• Quality assures all administrative tasks undertaken by Administrators. 

Risk and Compliance

• Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks.
• Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
• Maintain quality risk management standards in line with relevant requirements.
• Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.

Review related Standard Operating Procedures in consultation with the Manager:

• ETQA to ensure business optimisation.
• Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating procedures throughout the Organisation.

Stakeholder Management and Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with all MICT SETA business units for the purposes of expectations management and knowledge sharing.
• Provide advocacy on matters related quality assurance to empower the MICT
• SETA stakeholders to make informed decisions.
• Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.
• Convene and attend meetings and present findings and business cases to relevant stakeholders when required.
• Implement timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the operational work plans to impact stakeholders.
• Attend industry related forums, conferences and workshops to gain industry insight for the purpose of business improvement.

Closing Date: 06 March 2026.

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Position Overview:

• The Chairperson will lead the Risk Management Committee, provide strategic direction and oversight in line with the National Treasury’s Public Sector Risk Management Framework, ISO 31000: Risk Management, Treasury Regulations, and the King V Code of Corporate Governance. The term of appointment will be until 31 March 2030.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of the Independent Chairperson include, but are not limited to the following:

• Leading and facilitating meetings of the Risk Management Committee (RMC) to ensure effective governance;
• Providing direction to the RMC and overseeing the review of risk management policies and strategies;
• Assessing the organisation's risk appetite and tolerance and making recommendations for approval to the Accounting Authority through the Audit and Risk Committee;
• Evaluating the effectiveness of risk management policies and strategies, including their implementation;
• Monitor the process of risk identification, for strategic, operational and fraud risks;
• Reviewing fraud prevention and whistle-blowing policies, along with relevant strategies, and recommending them for Accounting Authority approval via the Audit and Risk Committee;
• Monitoring the findings and recommendations from assurance providers regarding the risk management system and ensuring the implementation of these recommendations;
• Submitting progress reports on the state of risk management, along with suggestions to address any identified inefficiencies, to the Chief Executive Officer and the Audit and Risk Committee;
• Ensure alignment of meetings of the Risk Management Committee to the meetings of the Audit and Risk Committee for purposes of timely reporting.
• Ensures creating an appropriate internal control system, incorporating proper record keeping designed to prevent the occurrence of errors and irregularities, to timeously detect errors and irregularities that may nevertheless occur, to safeguard the assets of the MICT SETA and to ensure that Management demonstrate the necessary respect for the system of internal control;
• Interrogate and monitor the MICT SETA’s compliance with the relevant regulations; and
• The Chairperson plays a crucial role in assisting the Accounting Authority in fulfilling oversight responsibilities to ensure effective risk management processes throughout the MICT SETA, in line with the National Treasury’s Public Sector Risk Management Framework, PFMA, and Treasury Regulations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A postgraduate qualification in commerce, accounting, auditing, risk
• management related or any equivalent relevant qualification rated at NQF level 8 by the South African Qualifications Authority
• Membership in good standing with the Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA) is mandatory.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years experience serving as Chairperson or member of a Risk Management Committee or Audit & Risk Committee in the public sector.
• A minimum of 10 years of managerial experience in risk management, auditing, ethics management or related fields.
• Demonstrable understanding of public sector risk management frameworks and relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of the Sector Education & Training Authority environment is advantageous.

Skills Required:

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and report writing abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Sound objectivity.

The closing date for applications is 23:59 on 17 March 2026.