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• MICT SETA seeks to appoint a suitably qualified Administrator 4IR to provide administrative support to the division in relation to the implementation of the Integrated Digital Skills Strategy (IDSS).
• The successful incumbent will be based at our Midrand Office and will report to the Senior Manager 4IR.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A National Diploma in Human Resource/Human Resource Development, Public Management, Project Management, Business Management or equivalent
• At least 3 year experience in Administration within a similar environment (SETA environment)
• Knowledge of the Skills Development and National Qualifications Framework Acts
• General knowledge of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
• Knowledge of Skills Development policy and regulation
• Willingness to work extra hours

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
4IR Administration Support

• Administration of activities of research support towards the development of an integrated strategy on the fourth industrial revolution (4IR).
• Receive and verify completeness of all Research Chairs documents from universities.
• Coordinating and administering the establishment of partnerships.
• Draft the MOUs for established partnerships.
• Scheduling of qualifications development sessions and taking minutes during the sessions.
• Liaise with Qualifications Development Facilitators (QDFs).
• Participate and contribute in the 4IR forums.
• Attend discussions and conferences on 4IR matters.
• Schedule and prepare for all logistics for the 4IR Advisory Committees.
• Support the Development and implementation of the integrated Skills Strategy for MICT SETA.
• Participate in the deliberations of the meetings as appropriate.
• Assist the establishment of the 4IR.
• Support the development of the socio-economic impact assessment and 4IR indicators.
• Follows up with stakeholders on outstanding information and submits to Senior Manager for verification.
• Support the establishment of the4IR learning factory/Labs and incubations.
• Support the MICT SETA Automation Project.
• Provide support in terms of the administration of data visualizations related to 4IR.
• Analyze and interpret data, product trends and recommend to MICT SETA to develop occupational learning programmes that address future skills gaps and future work.
• Administer and maintain 4IR division files.
• Provide administrative support on the implementation of Research Chairs.

General Office Administration

• Ensure general secretarial work including typing, answering telephones, managing diaries, appointments and arranging meetings.
• Receive and send correspondence on behalf of the Office.
• Proactively coordinate the pre-planning of trips, including arranging appropriate travel and accommodations, agendas, necessary contacts, itineraries, visas, marketing
• materials and other necessary preparations.
• Draft and type letters, reports, memos and ensure that all documents are formatted to professional standard.
• Schedule and coordinate Committee meetings and coordinate the necessary documentations and meeting packs.
• Compile, transcribe, and distribute minutes of meetings when required.
• Oversee logistics and preparation of materials for meetings.
• Attend and minute proceedings of meetings as directed by the Senior Manager.
• Follow up on departmental meeting outcomes, (e.g., resolutions, deliverables, and actions) Follow up on departmental meeting outcomes, (e.g. resolutions, deliverables, and actions).

Risk and Compliance

• Prepare file samples for audit process.
• Prepares sample for audit purposes for current financial year by printing documentation off the system.
• Ensures that all documentation is contained in sample as per audit requirements.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.

Customer and Client Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the Office of the Senior Manager.
• Promptly attentively respond to customer requests within established parameters and time frames.
• Assess or check with customer to ensure solution meets request.
• Receive clients, stakeholders, and guests on behalf of the Office.

Budget and Financial Administration

• Support budgeting and bookkeeping procedures.
• Ensure Supply Chain management process are followed when making the necessary travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, hire cars, etc. for the Division.
• Prepare quotations, requisitions and receipting on for goods and services received and ensure invoices are paid on time.

SYSTEM SKILLS

• Microsoft Office Suite – Intermediate Level

VALUES

• Customer Centricity
• Ethical
• Innovative
• Committed
• Meritocracy
• Collaboration
• Responsiveness

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Professional
• Efficient
• Problem solving
• Results Driven
• Interpersonal relations
• Dedicated
• Honesty
• Initiative
• Resilience
• Attentive to detail and accuracy

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• 4IR
• Administration
• Planning and organising
• Time Management
• Fourth Industrial Revolution
• Problem Solving
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Stakeholder liaison
• Basic bookkeeping

Deadline:12th January,2026

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• MICT SETA seeks to appoint a suitably qualified Advisor 4IR To provide overall technical & strategic support, as well as coordination in the implementation of the Integrated Digital Skills Strategy (IDSS).
• The successful incumbent will be based at our Midrand Office and will report to the Senior Manager 4IR.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Project Management,Public/Business Management,Human
• Resources Development and related field or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 -5 years’ experience in Skills Development.
• Demonstrable knowledge, skills of different 4IR technologies and experience in E-learning.
• Extensive knowledge of Project management.
• Sound knowledge, understanding and experience of Skills Development Act, Skills
• Development Levies Act, National Skills Development Plan, National Qualifications
• Framework Act, Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations and other applicable regulations, policies and strategies.
• Demonstrable knowledge, skills and experience in Skills development and different 4IR technologies.
• Project management experience.
• Knowledge of information management and practices, monitoring and evaluation and research methodologies.
• A vehicle with a valid driver’s license.

Other requirements:

• Willingness to work outside of official hours.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel is essential.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Advisory Support

• Assist in the development and implementation of the Integrated Digital Skills Strategy for the SETA.
• Contribute to the development of the MICT Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and Operational Plan.
• Assist in the establishment of 4IR Advisory Committee to advise MICT SETA on 4IR related matters.
• Provide technical support and facilitation of 4IR Learning labs and incubation.
• Provide technical support and guidance on learning programmes that focus on 4IR
• General Purpose Technologies (GPTs) in relation to skills development.
• Conduct administrative and technical reviews of the SETAs 4IR projects.
• Provide technical review and writing of 4IR programme implementation and payment recommendations.
• Identify and Recommend opportunities for automation and integration of MICT SETAs existing systems in collaboration with the University Research Chair.
• Design and prepare data visualisations related to 4IR/future skills and trends and patterns.
• Analyse and interpret data, predict trends, and recommend to MICT SETA to develop occupational programmes that address future skills gap and future of work.
• Implement smart solutions for MICT SETA.
• Participate and contribute in 4IR forums and Digital Skills Policy discussions.
• Assist in the development of a Socio-Economic Impact assessment and 4IR indicators in relation to the SETA’s mandate.

Research & Curriculum Development Support

• Support the development of 4IR-aligned occupational qualifications.
• Conduct research on developing 4IR trends, training needs and initiatives in the sector.
• Assist in establishing and strengthening research, development, and innovation community of practice in the areas of 4IR digital technology blocks.
• Produce research and policy reports, as well as internal documents, including the development of conclusions and policy & practice recommendations on 4IR.
• Develop appropriate research methodologies and tools.
• Design and ensure implementation of research projects.
• Disseminate research findings through research seminars, conferences, advisory committees, and other relevant platforms.
• Participate and actively contribute on strategy development.
• Assist in organising and coordinating research symposiums, seminars, and meetings.
• Assist in the establishment of 4IR Research Chairs across South African Public Universities and other HET institutions.
• Assist in the establishment of 4IR learning labs.
• Provide technical support and facilitation of research on the drivers of change for 4IR.
• Monitoring and Control of 4IR Projects, Learning Programmes and Learning Labs
• Through monitoring and evaluation ensure successful implementation of 4IR interventions and programs

Monitoring of the 4IR learning labs.

• Monitoring of established Research Chairs across Public Universities and HET academic institutions.
• Monitor and report on milestones and timeframes of 4IR learning programmes.
• Develop quality improvement and monitoring and evaluation activities including data reporting and success stories. 
• Conduct Monthly and Quarterly Site Visits.
• Project and Programme Management
• Manage all the MICT SETAs ICT projects.
• Conduct onsite vetting for 4IR learning and Research Chairs that have been approved by the evaluations Committee.
• Monitor the overall management, performance, and progress of all 4IR learning programmes.
• Identify risks to the projects, resolve issues and initiate appropriate corrective action.
• Monitor and report on the MICT Research Chair ICT projects.
• Prepare progress and final project reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the administrative and technical management of 4IR projects.
• Assist in managing resources allocated for 4IR learning programmes.

Stakeholder Liaison & Support

• Assist in the establishment of partnerships with MICT SETA stakeholders, academics, and civil society groups for implementing 4IR initiatives.
• Assist in the implementation of partnerships of 4IR interventions and programmes.
• Assist in establishing and managing strategic partnerships in the implementation of 4IR interventions and programmes.
• Liaise with Qualifications Development Facilitators (QDFs) to ensure that all qualifications reports are ready for submission to QCTO.

Governance Risk & Compliance

• Ensure the mitigation of MICT SETA risk profile through the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance
• processes and tools to identify and manage risks.
• Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements.
• Ensure adherence in the MICT SETA team to all relevant laws, policies, and Standard
• Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.

VALUES, FUNCTIONAL AND BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Ethical
• Innovative
• Committed
• Meritocracy
• Collaboration
• Responsiveness
• Technical Acumen
• E Learning
• Stakeholder Relations
• Budget and Financial Management
• Curriculum Development
• Research and Analysis
• Knowledge Management
• Critical & Analytical Thinking
• Project Management 
• Time Management
• Report/Business Writing Skills
• Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Risk Management
• Presentation Skills
• Data Analysis
• Learning & Development
• Planning and organising
• Decision making
• Problem solving
• Negotiation
• Interpersonal relations
• Attentive to detail and accuracy
• Listening
• Efficient and effective in meeting deadline and delivering results.
• Stress tolerance and works well under pressure. 

Deadline:16th January,2026