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Stakeholder Relations Internship at MQA for unemployed graduates (HRD/ HRM, Business Administration, Social Science, Public Relations, Communication)

Internship Opportunity: Stakeholder Relations

Duration: Two-Year Programme

Areas: Mooi Nooi, North West, Kathu, Northern Cape

Monthly Stipend: R9, 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 Stakeholder Relations 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 Assistant Manager/s: Stakeholder Relations Department, the successful candidate will be expected to actively participate and gain exposure in the following areas:

  • Administration of Grants in relation to the Mine Community; Unemployed Youth Development and TVET & CET Support Programmes.  Verify grants applications forms. Register non-funded learners. Scan and file learner enrolment forms for the non- funded learners. Check accuracy of learner information on the system

  • Assistance in Contract Management: Administer youth development, mine community and TVETS agreements/ contracts according to MQA procedures. Follow up on Approval contracts. Scanning and filing the contracts

  • General Administration: File and retrieve documents and records in relation to the project. Make travel, accommodation, catering and document arrangements for the Mine Community meetings, workshops and roadshows. Update the status of projects on Excel spreadsheet on a regular basis. Provide administration support to the registration of learners in the project/s.

  • Implementation of Quality Management System: Maintain the Mine Community; Youth Development and TVET/CET Support records according to ISO standards.

  • Develop and maintain stakeholder / customer relationships: Provide guidance and clarity to stakeholders and training providers regarding invoices and calculation of grants. Respond to all client visits and/ or other queries relating to learning programmes. Proactively identify customer needs and opportunities.

  • Participate in Career Guidance events. Attend all career guidance events that the MQA is participating. Ensure availability of exhibition materials, prepare attendance registers etc.


Minimum Requirements

  • A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate: Vocational (NCV) (NQF 4)

  • A National Diploma (NQF 6) preferably in Human Resources Development/Human Resources Management/ Business Administration/Social Science/ Public Relations/Communication or equivalent.

  • A Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in the above-mentioned field or equivalent will be an added advantage.


Competency

  • Good communication and sound interpersonal skills.

  • An understanding of skills development legislation in respect of education and training.

  • Ability to work under pressure.

  • A proactive attitude.

  • Customer orientated.

  • Attention to detail.

  • Proficiency in MS Office packages


Closing Date: 08 August 2025.  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: Internsrecruitment@mqa.org.za

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 the disabled, the White, Coloured & Indian applicants.


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 not to appoint any person for this position.



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