Latest Jobs at Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)

Job Description

• To conduct accreditation, advocate, monitor, and implement quality assurance and compliance for quality partners, skills development providers, and assessment centres linked to the QCTO. 

Key functions:  

• Facilitate the Quality Partner, Skills Development Provider and Assessment Centre accreditation and or monitoring processes 
• Conduct quality assurance site visits 
• Monitor compliance with remediation plans  
• Domain-specific reporting where required  
• Assist in the maintenance of the website, capturing and analysing Learner Enrolment data 
• Assist with learner enrolments data specification, and be able to monitor and advise Quality Partners (QPs) and Skills Development Providers (SDPs) 
• Travel to QCTO stakeholders throughout South Africa, where required 
• Assist with the evaluation of occupational qualification implementation practice to ensure quality in provisioning and adherence to accreditation and assessment standards  
• Professional Interaction with Quality Partners, Skills Development Providers (SDPs) and all other stakeholders 
• Operate within the policies, procedures, and rules of the QCTO 
• Adhere at all times to the values of the QCTO 
• Participate as an active member of the QCTO 
• Assist colleagues as required 

Job Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, the Built Environment, Renewable Energy, or related fields such as Plumbing, or Bricklaying, or Carpentry, or Solar Photovoltaic, or Wind Energy or New Energy Vehicles (NEVs).
• 6 years collective relevant industry experience of which 2 years must be at a supervisory level.
• Trade certificate will be an added advantage.
• Experience in accreditation or quality assurance will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Closing Date
20/2/2026

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Job Description

• To conduct accreditation, advocate, monitor and implement quality assurance and compliance of quality partners, skills development providers and assessment centres linked to the QCTO. 

Key functions: 

• Facilitate the Quality Partner, Skills Development Provider and Assessment Centre accreditation and or monitoring processes 
• Conduct quality assurance site visits 
• Monitor compliance with remediation plans  
• Domain-specific reporting where required  
• Assist in the maintenance of the website, capturing and analysing Learner Enrolment data  
• Assist with learner enrolments data specification, and be able to monitor and advise Quality Partners (QPs) and Skills Development Providers (SDPs) 
• Travel to QCTO stakeholders throughout South Africa, where required 
• Assist with the evaluation of occupational qualification implementation practice to ensure quality in provisioning and adherence to accreditation and assessment standards  
• Professional Interaction with Quality Partners, Skills Development Providers (SDPs) and all other stakeholders 
• Operate within the policies, procedures, and rules of the QCTO 
• Adhere at all times to the values of the QCTO 
• Participate as an active member of the QCTO 
• Assist colleagues as required. 

Job Requirements

• A minimum qualification at NQF Level 7 in Education and Training with specialisation in Arts and Design or Sport Science (Management)
• A minimum of six  (6) years relevant industry experience years' of which two years (2) must be at a supervisory experience
•  Experience in accreditation or quality assurance will be an added advantage 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
• A valid driver’s licence. 

Competencies and Skills:  

• SharePoint experience will be an added advantage. 
• Knowledge of the education systems 
• Knowledge of Public Service 
• Knowledge of the post-school education framework and relevant Government-wide legislation 
• Knowledge of legislative and prescripts such as the National Qualifications Framework Act, Skills Development Act, and National Skills Development Plan  
• QCTO business strategies, goals, and policies. 
• Communication and information management  
• Diversity management, managing interpersonal conflict, and resolving problems 
• Planning and organizing 
• Innovation, excellence, empowerment, and recognition  
• Authenticity and accuracy 
• Attention to detail, initiative, and proactivity.  
• Excellent work ethics  
• Adherence to relevant QCTO Policies and the ability to implement them  
• Ambitious and Results-Driven  
• Precise Reporting Skills  
• Project Management experience  
• Logical and concise Verbal and Written Communication Skills  
• Enthusiastic stakeholder liaison abilities  
• Flexible with regard to Change Management  
• Ability to manage, interpret and analyse information  
• Communication and information management   
• Diversity management, managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems  
• Planning and organizing  
• Innovation, excellence, empowerment, and recognition   
• Authenticity and accuracy  

Closing Date
20/2/2026

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Job Description

• The successful candidate will be responsible to provide services to people, deliver and collect documents and packages.

Key functions: 

• Collect and chauffeur visitors, internal and external stakeholders.
• Collect and chauffeur QCTO Council members.
• Inspect and maintain pre-trip and after-trip inspections.
• Compile monthly vehicle inspection report.
• Manage timely deliveries or pickups, adhering to established schedules.
• Collect and deliver mail and documents.
• Maintain vehicle/s and the vehicle/s logbook/s.

Job Requirements

• A recognised Higher Certificate or Advanced National Certificate at NQF 5 as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• A minimum of two (2) years collective experience in driving. 
• A minimum of two (2) years performing driver/messenger duties.  
• A valid driver’s licence.
• A valid Professional Driving Permit (PDRP).

Knowledge in:

• Knowledge of Gauteng Province and its roads will be an advantage. 
• Willingness to work overtime often or as and when required. 
• Knowledge of delivery and collection guidelines.
• Knowledge of document safekeeping guidelines. 
• Knowledge of road ordinance by-law.
• Communication skills. 
• Planning and prioritising.

Skills Required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer services.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Problem Solving.
• Time Management.

Closing Date
20/2/2026

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Job Description

• Manage the processing of applications and evaluate products relating to new development /realignment/ review and maintenance of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications, and skills programmes. Manage evaluation of applications for learnership registration. Monitor and track allocated projects within the qualification’s domain space.

Key functions:

• Manage the evaluation and moderation of applications for occupational qualifications, part-qualifications and skills programmes.
• Manage the evaluation and moderation of developed occupational qualifications, part-qualifications and skills programmes, including curricula documents.
• Monitor and track Quality Partner(s) processes and progress on development, realignment and review of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications, and skills programmes.
• Manage compilation of Learnership applications.
• Manage the tracking of SAQA feedback and completion of remediation actions required for occupational qualifications and part-qualifications.
• Quality assure the evaluation of reports received from Quality Partner(s).
• Support Quality Partners to ensure that there is required and relevant industry stakeholder participation in processes on development, realignment and review of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications, and skills programmes.
• Ensure effective communication with Quality Partners and other stakeholders.
• Participate in structures aimed at enhancing development of occupational qualifications, part-qualifications, and skills programmes.
• Contribute to the development and review of policies, guidelines, templates and forms on QCTO mandate.
• Contribute to continuous professional development through reading articles, participate in research workshops, seminars as a way of keeping abreast with latest developments on occupational qualifications, part- qualifications and skills programmes.
• Provide necessary support to internal and external stakeholders to support implementation of QCTO policies, guidelines, and processes.
• Operate within the policies, procedures, and prescripts of the QCTO.
• Participate in QCTO team activities and uphold QCTO values.

Job Requirements

• A recognized Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in a Technical or Engineering field as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) 

  OR

• Specific artisanal qualification (trade qualification) in a technical or engineering field plus a supervisory or management qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• A minimum of eight (8) years of collective experience in a technical or engineering field of which four (4) years must be at a supervisory level.
• Driver’s License, at Least Code B.
• Must have experience in curriculum development or training in the Engineering sector as it applies to the Post School Education and Training (PSET) environment.
• Experience in qualifications or skills programmes development or review or evaluation will be regarded as an added advantage. 
• Extensive knowledge of, and insight in the technical and engineering skills required to ensure a capable workforce for South Africa.
• Registration with ECSA would be an added advantage.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of the Post School Education and Training System.
• Must have knowledge of Public Service and regulatory requirements. 
• Knowledge of QCTO mandates and strategies and relevant legislative framework and policies such as Skills Development Act, NQF Act, OQSF Policy 2021, National Skills Development Plan 2030, NSDP, ERRS, NAMB, Master Sector Plans and related strategy documents for engineering and manufacturing in South Africa, QCTO business processes and value chain, QCTO policies, Procedures, QCTO Stratgic Plan and Annual Performance Plans.
• Must have skills required in applied strategic thinking, applying technology, Budgeting and financial management, Communication and Information management, Impact and influence, Stakeholder engagement and management, Monitoring, and evaluation, managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems. 

Mandatory required competencies and Skills:

• Excellent work ethics
• Adherence to relevant QCTO Policies and ability to implement them
• Ambitious and Results-Driven
• Precise Reporting Skills
• Project Management experience
• Logical and concise Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Enthusiastic stakeholder liaison abilities
• Flexible with regards to Change Management
• Ability to manage, interpret and analyse information

Closing Date
20/2/2026

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Job Description

• The successful candidate will be responsible to administer certification and verification processes in order to issue certificates for learner achievements and verify certificates, qualifications and learner results for qualifications on the Occupational Qualifications  

Key functions:

• Maintain and enhance the learner certification processes
• Process learner achievement data on Certification Systems
• Quality Assure submissions by Quality Partner’s through the Assessment Unit
• Maintain and update stock registers
• Print certificates after receiving approved and compliant submission within the timeframe allocated
• Dispatch Certificates to relevant Quality Partners
• Identify backlogs in order to manage and improve turnaround times
• Maintain and enhance the verification processes
• Administer processes for registration of new verification clients and system users
• Verify qualifications, learner results and certificates within the timeframe allocated
• Prepare correspondence for management approval as required
• Prepare reports (Including statistics) to management as required
• Maintain filed records and documents hard and/or soft copy as required
• Lead or support special projects related to certification processes and verifications processes for enhancement.
• Participate as an active member of the QCTO
• Adhere at all times to the values of the QCTO

Job Requirements

• A recognised National Diploma at NQF level 6 Qualification. 
• A minimum of three (3) years of collective experience in certification and verification of learner achievements.
• A valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of the education systems.
• Knowledge of Public Service.
• Knowledge of post-school education framework and relevant Government-wide legislation.
• Knowledge of legislative and prescripts such as the National Qualifications Framework Act, Skills Development Act, National Skills Development Strategy III.
• QCTO business strategies, goals and policies.
• Communication and information management.
• Diversity management and managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems.
• Planning and organizing.
• Innovation, excellence, empowerment and recognition.
• Authenticity and accuracy.
• Attention to detail, initiative and proactivity.

Closing Date
20/2/2026

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Job Description

• To advocate, monitor, Implement and manage assessment standards implemented by QCTO stakeholders, and quality assure final assessment outcomes
• Support the Director: Assessment Assurance in managing the QCTO’s assessment mandate.
• Develop/review policies/procedures for assessments, including Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
• Provide administrative support and maintain records for the Assessment Assurance domain.
• Manage that a systematic process is implemented by the QCTO Quality Partners which is quality assured by the QCTO for the planning, development of assessment instruments marking/assessing, moderation, validation of final assessment instruments and verification of learner achievement results
• Monitor consistency of standards by the QCTO Quality Partner for RPL toolkits and proposed mechanisms in order to facilitate consistency
• Manage the quality assurance of final assessment assurance process
• Review Moderator and Monitoring Reports that contribute to the validity and integrity of the final assessment process
• Manage learner registrations for EISA and FISA processes
• Manage that appropriate administrative processes have been followed
• Manage Quality Assurance of final Assessment outcomes
• Evaluate final Verification Reports for completed EISA sessions
• Travel to QCTO stakeholders for capacitation sessions and monitoring
• Analyse, Monitor and Address Poor Results
• Compile reports on processes and monitoring conducted
• Enforce QCTO’s assessment framework and address non-compliance
• Develop Quality Control Measures Across Stakeholders
• Manage Reporting, Reviewing and Compliance
• Evaluate all Appeals and Irregularities, and present the Appeals with recommendations to the Internal Committee
• Review project timelines
• Strong Communication and Stakeholder Support
• Operate within the policies, procedures and rules of the QCTO
• Manage the performance of employees in accordance with policy
• Provide employees with the necessary information and resources to deliver on their objectives and meet the targets of the Function
• Motivate team members and create a culture of high performance
• Address queries, complaints, and escalations in a timely manner
• Monitor budget and resource allocation; prepare monthly planning and reports
• Assist colleagues as required

Job Requirements

• A recognised three (3) year bachelor's degree at NQF Level 7 in Education, Curriculum Development, Data Analytics or Social Sciences field as recognised by the South African Qualifications SAQA. 
• A Minimum of eight (8) years collective experience in the field of assessment assurance, of which four (4) years' experience must be in supervisory level with public speaking experience. 
• Experience in Quality Assurance, Assessment and Moderation, and/or designing/setting standards for the assessment of occupational qualifications will be an added advantage
• Of which 3 years' experience is in a management position, with public speaking experience
• Must have knowledge of Public Service, QCTO mandates and strategies, education system and pedagogy, Post school education framework, relevant Government wide legislation e.g. National Qualifications Framework Act, Skills Development Act and National Skills Development Strategy III 
• Must have skills in applied strategic thinking, applying technology, budgeting and financial management, communication and information management, stakeholder engagement and management, monitoring and evaluation, managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems
• Ability to work under pressure, manage projects, and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to work in a team, plan, and delivery orientation
• Agility in responding to dynamic assessment assurance needs
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, SharePoint
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Skills Required: 

• Communication and information management skills
• Focused on high service delivery with the public/stakeholders and responsive to queries
• Diversity management
• Impact and influence
• Managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems
• Networking and building bonds
• Planning and organising
• Problem solving and decision making
• Programme and project management
• Team player
• Team Manager
• Concern for others
• Creative thinking

Closing Date
20/2/2026
 

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Job Description

• To advocate, monitor and implement assessment standards implemented by QCTO stakeholders, and quality assure final assessments outcomes. To advocate, monitor and implement assessment standards implemented by QCTO stakeholders, and quality assure final assessments outcomes
• Ensure that a systematic process is implemented by the QCTO Quality Partner which is quality assured by the QCTO for the planning, development of assessment instruments, marking/assessing, moderation, validation of final assessment instruments and verification of learner achievement results
• Ensure consistency of standards by the QCTO Quality Partner for RPL toolkits and proposed mechanisms in order to facilitate consistency
• Manage the quality assurance of moderation of final assessment assurance process
• Evaluate Moderator and Monitoring Reports that contribute to the validity and integrity of the final assessment process
• Validate that appropriate administrative processes have been followed
• Operate within the policies, procedures and rules of the QCTO
• Conduct Quality Assurance of final Assessment outcomes
• Draft final Verification Reports for completed EISA sessions
• Travel to QCTO stakeholders for capacitation sessions and monitoring
• Monitor and Address Poor Results
• Implement Quality Control Measures Across Stakeholders
• Record all Appeals and Irregularities
• Ensure Reporting, Reviewing and Compliance
• Strong Communication and Stakeholder Support
• Assist colleagues as required

Job Requirements

• A recognised minimum of three (3) year bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Education, Curriculum Development, Data Analytics or Social Sciences field 
• Minimum of 6 years collective experience of which 2 years must be in supervisory level in the field of assessment assurance
• Experience in Quality Assurance, Assessment and Moderation, and/or designing/setting standards for the assessment of occupational qualifications will be an added advantage
• Must have skills in public speaking (facilitating meetings or presenting)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, SharePoint
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have knowledge of Public Service, QCTO mandates and strategies, education system and pedagogy, Post-school education framework, relevant Government-wide legislation, e.g., National Qualifications Framework Act, Skills Development Act, and National Skills Development Strategy III
• Must have skills in applied strategic thinking, applying technology, budgeting and financial management, communication and information management, stakeholder engagement and management, monitoring and evaluation, managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems
• Ability to work under pressure, manage projects, and meet tight deadlines
• Be willing to travel for monitoring, capacitation and other related activities

Closing Date
20/2/2026
 

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Job Description

• Assist in the management of ICT operations in QCTO. 

Key functions: 

• Assist with the development of policies, procedures and frameworks related to ICT operations.
• Provide 1st and 2nd line server support and monitoring.
• Monitoring technological developments in the field of ICT Security and advising the ICT management.
• Assessing ICT security threats and the effectiveness of implemented security measures.
• Perform ongoing monitoring of information systems and assess threats and risks to information security.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and controlling of ICT operational hardware and software purchasing, licensing and enhancements.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and the control of information sharing and knowledge management portals, platforms and systems.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and controlling the security of data, network access and backup systems.
• Assist in conducting system audits on technologies implemented.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and control of fault-finding to ensure that ICT operational problems are swiftly identified and resolved.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and control of downloading and installation of software, including updates.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and control of user connectivity to networks.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and control that users can use hardware and software by sourcing training and/or self-help instructions.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and control of ICT risk management.
• Assist in managing, monitoring and control of ICT operational related business continuity plan, including disaster recovery plan.
• Conduct regular follow-up meetings with management to determine the effectiveness of ICT operations.
• Resolve escalated requests by junior technicians.
• Attend training in ICT Security where required

Job Requirements

• A recognised three (3) year Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology at NQF level 7 registered with the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). 
• Certification in Microsoft ® Server2016 or later
• Experience in hypervisor installation, configuration and management (VMware or Hyper-V)
• 6 years' collective experience, of which 2 years must be at supervisory level.
• Experience in the areas of ICT operations and Valid driver’s license
• Must have knowledge of Public Service, QCTO mandates and strategies, education system and pedagogy, Post school education framework, relevant Government wide legislation e.g. National Qualifications Framework Act, Skills Development Act and National Skills Development Strategy III. 
• Must have skills in problem solving and analysis, communication, stakeholder engagement, data management, Technology-related change management, Software performance, Database performance, Network design.

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Job Description

• To conduct accreditation, advocate, monitor, and implement the quality assurance and compliance of quality partners, skills development providers, and assessment enters inked to the QCTO

Key functions: 

• Facilitate the Quality Partner, Skills Development Provider, and Assessment Centre accreditation and or monitoring process; 
• Conduct accreditation and monitoring site visits; 
• Monitor compliance to remediation plans; 
• Domain specific reporting where required 
• Assist in maintenance of website, capturing and analysis of Learner Enrolment data 
• Assist with learner enrolments data specification and be able to monitor and advise Quality 
• Partners (QPs) and Skills Development Providers (SDPs)
• Travel to QCTO stakeholders throughout South Africa where required
• Assist with the evaluation of occupational qualification implementation practice to ensure quality in provisioning and adherence to accreditation standards 
• Professional Interaction with Quality Partners, Skills Development Providers (SDPs) and all other stakeholders
• Operate within the policies, procedures, and rules of the QCTO; 
• Adhere at all times to the values of the QCTO
• Participate as an active member of the QCTO
• Assist colleagues as required

Job Requirements

• A recognized relevant degree in education and training with specialisation in Food Services or Hospitality or Culinary Arts or Consumer Sciences or Food Production or related field at NQF Level 7
• A minimum of six (6) years of work experience in relevant industry of which two (2) years must be at a supervisory level position
• Accreditation / Quality Assurance experience will be an added advantage
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point)
• SharePoint experience will be an added advantage
• A valid driver's license
• Knowledge of the education systems
• Knowledge of Public Service
• Knowledge of post-school education framework and relevant Government-wide legislation
• Knowledge of legislative and prescripts such as the National Qualifications Framework Act, Skills Development Act, National Skills Development Strategy III 
• QCTO business strategies, goals, and policies.
• Communication and information management 
• Diversity management and managing interpersonal conflict and resolving problems
• Planning and organizing
• Innovation, excellence, empowerment, and recognition 
• Authenticity and accuracy
• Attention to detail, initiative, and proactivity 

Mandatory required competencies and Skills:

• Excellent work ethics
• Adherence to relevant QCTO Policies and ability to implement them
• Ambitious and Results-Driven
• Precise Reporting Skills
• Project Management experience
• Logical and concise Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Enthusiastic stakeholder liaison abilities
• Flexible with regards to Change Management
• Ability to manage, interpret and analyse information

Closing Date
20/2/2026