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CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES EDUCATION & TRAINING AUTHORITY (CHIETA)

 

 

 

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

 

Are you ready to kickstart your career and gain hands-on experience in your field? We’re thrilled to announce our 24-Month Internship Program designed for passionate individuals eager to learn and grow!

 

Positions Available:

 

BUSINESS UNIT – TITLE – PROVINCE - MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - REFERENCE NUMBER

 

INNOVATION AND TECH - X1 Administration Support Intern - Northern Cape (Fraserburg) - Matric, National Diploma in Business Administration, Management, or a related field - NTA2026/001

 

INNOVATION AND TECH - X1 ICT Support Intern - Northern Cape (Fraserburg) - Matric, National Diploma in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field. - NTT2026/001

 

GRANTS, PROJECTS & REGIONS X2 Administration Support Intern - Gauteng (Waterfall City) - Matric, National Diploma in Business Administration, Management, or a related field - GPA2026/001

 

Additional Minimum Requirements: A minimum aggregate of 65% for overall qualification • No work experience • Must be computer literate • Valid driver’s license will be an added Advantage • For the Northern Cape positions Applicants should be Proficient in both English and Afrikaans

 

Skills & Behavioural Competencies: Planning and Organization Skills • Communication (oral and written) • Problem-solving ability • Diversity awareness • Confidentiality, ethics, integrity, and professionalism • Detail-oriented • Teamwork • Innovative skills.

 

Monthly Stipend: R7 000.00 (Seven Thousand Rands)

 

Closing Date: 30 July 2026


Interested persons are invited to complete the following form CHIETA INTERNSHIP APPLICATION FORM (2) – Fill in form and submit their CV’s and certified copies of their qualifications, Identity Document, and transcripts to Recruitment2026@chieta.org.za

 

NB: Candidates must use the relevant position reference number as the subject line of their email application. Applicants must reside in the province for which they are applying. Candidates who do not reside in the province where the advertised position is located will not be considered.

 

Should no feedback be forthcoming by 15 August 2026, please accept that your application was not successful. CHIETA reserves the right not to make an appointment. CHIETA is committed to the advancement of Employment Equity. Successful applicants will be subjected to background checks and to undertake required assessments

 

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Protection of Personal Information – Employment Candidates

  1. CHIETA is a responsible party in terms of the POPI Act of 2013.
  2. CHIETA will take all prescribed and reasonable precautions to ensure that your information is safeguarded.
  3. By submitting your Curriculum Vitae and any other relevant personal information in respect of this vacancy, you understand and agree that:
  4. CHIETA needs to collect, keep and use your personal information in order to evaluate your application for purposes of potential employment opportunities; and
  5. CHIETA will only use the information to carry out the necessary recruitment related activities.
  6. You therefore give your consent to CHIETA to process your information knowing all of the above and being aware that you can:
  7. Withdraw consent at any time.
  8. Have the right to request access to your data at any time, in the prescribed form.
  9. Have a right to request that your data is corrected and updated, in the prescribed form; and
  10. Have the right to complain to the information regulator.

 

CHIETA reserves the right not to make an appointment

 

To apply for this job email your details to Recruitment2026@chieta.org.za

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PHD OPPORTUNITY (1X POSITION)

 

Founded in 2017, the African Energy Leadership Centre (AELC) is the first and only centre of its kind in Africa. The centre is located within Wits Business School (WBS) at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. Its main aim is to develop leaders in the energy industry and related fields who think and act strategically and are equipped with the skills needed to address the challenges of an evolving African energy landscape, which is the primary focus of the centre’s research and education.

The AELC is inviting applications for a PhD Candidate position, fully funded by the Chemical Industries Education & Training Sector Authority (CHIETA). We are seeking passionate individuals eager to further their research in the Green Hydrogen Economy. Ideally, candidates should:

  • have an interest in expanding research interests in the Green Hydrogen Economy.
  • aim to deliver new insights into how emerging technologies like hydrogen can optimise and balance energy supply and demand, supporting South Africa’s growing population and addressing the stress on energy infrastructure.

The PhD position is awarded competitively based on academic achievements, research potential, and criteria. The successful candidate will undertake their PhD, full-time or part-time, at the AELC at Wits Business School for the duration of the contract.

 

Submitted documents should include:

Potential candidates should complete and submit a pre-application form to obtain a unique number to use in the second phase of the online application process.

Link to pre-application form: https://tinyurl.com/yt38suy7 by 29 July 2026.

 

Other requirements:

  • Full names and contact details,
  • Highest qualification, including name of qualification, institution awarded by, grade achieved, and date of completion,
  • Indicate Energy as a broad discipline
  • A 300-word idea for a research project, [using these headings: Proposed Title, Main Research Questions, Motivation for Proposed Research]. The research Project should specifically be within the Green Hydrogen Economy.
  • Name of possible supervisor, if known,
  • Current CV.

 

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To apply for this job please visit tinyurl.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY (1X POSITION) – GREEN HYDROGEN ECONOMY

 

Founded in 2017, the African Energy Leadership Centre (AELC) is the first and only centre of its kind in Africa. The centre is situated within the Wits Business School at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa. Its primary aim is to develop leaders in the energy industry and related fields who think and act strategically, equipped with the necessary skills to face the challenges of a changing African energy landscape. This focus guides the centre’s research and educational initiatives.

 

In collaboration with the Chemical Industries Education & Training Sector Authority (CHIETA), under the Research Chair in the Green Hydrogen Economy, the AELC is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. We are seeking passionate individuals interested in developing their research in the Green Hydrogen Economy. Ideally, candidates should:**

  • have an interest in expanding research interests in the Green Hydrogen Economy,
  • be capable of understanding, predicting, and adapting to changes in energy supply and consumption from multiple sources.
  • have the ability to model real-time impacts on energy systems and value chains of a wide range of factors, from technology disruption to climate change and changes in consumption patterns, and
  • aim to deliver new insights into how emerging technologies like hydrogen can optimize and balance energy supply and demand, supporting South Africa’s growing population and addressing the stress on energy infrastructure.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellowship will be awarded through a competitive process that evaluates the candidate’s academic achievements, potential for independent research, and their alignment with the criteria. The successful candidate will work full-time at the AELC, Wits Business School, for the duration of the contract.

 

Eligibility

  • Doctoral degree in disciplines or subdisciplines of Energy Management, Natural Sciences (Environmental, Chemistry), Chemical Engineering, Economics, or related fields.
  • The PhD should have been completed within the last five years.
  • List of publications (or demonstrate ability to write and publish in peer-reviewed research journals).
  • Establish a clear research agenda that addresses energy-related challenges in the Green Hydrogen Economy.
  • Good oral and written communication skills, computer literacy, and the ability to contribute to the academic and research culture of the university.
  • Ability to collaborate efficiently.

 

Duties

  • Coordinate and carry out an industry-based research programme with a deeper understanding of the impact of technological change, regulatory lags, stakeholder engagement, environmental management, climate change, climate-based market interventions, and social instability on energy supply and demand.
  • Create knowledge and research products that enhance understanding, assisting government, regulators, researchers, and the private sector in ensuring comprehension of Green Hydrogen. This includes producing research papers, articles, opinion pieces, conference and workshop presentations, and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Contribute to teaching activities as required within the Centre’s Postgraduate programmes.
  • Participate in teaching and supervise postgraduate students as required.
  • Applicants should have access to, or be able to gather, the data relevant to inform decision-making in the industry.
  • Utilise various software tools to facilitate informed decision-making in the sector.
  • Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders (industries) to promote advanced research within the industry.

 

Submitted documents should include:

  • A comprehensive and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae showcasing a history of publications and academic commitments.
  • Certified copy of identity document or passport.
  • Certified copies of qualifications.
  • An outlined research agenda, aligned to the industry-specific research niche.

 

Duration:

  • 12 months, with the possibility of extension depending on satisfactory performance and funding availability.
  • The candidate must be available from 1st October 2026.
  • The University will provide essential logistical resources for research and conference activities, an annual stipend of R300 000.00 (tax-free), and medical aid for the duration of the fellowship.

 

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Enquiries can be directed to Dr Steven Mathetsa (steven.mathetsa@wits.ac.za) or Dr Goitsione Olifant (Goitsione.olifant@wits.ac.za).

 

Applications should be submitted to Ms Elizabeth Moshwane at Elizabeth.moshwane@wits.ac.za by 30 August 2026.

 

 

 

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