WHOLESALE AND RETAIL SETA (W&RSETA) VACANCIES

WHOLESALE AND RETAIL SETA (W&RSETA)

QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER: GAUTENG SOUTH

The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) seeks to employ a Quality Assurance Officer: Gauteng South, who will report directly to the Regional Manager: Gauteng South and North-West and be based at the Gauteng South Regional Office.

Grading: (Role Band: C4)

Salary: R626 184 (Total Cost to Company per annum)

The role of this position is to:

To provide a professional, efficient and effective quality assurance function and service on W&RSETA projects in the Region.

Key Performance Areas will include but are not limited to the following:

· Effective and efficient end-to-end delivery, execution, coordination and implementation of quality assurance services on projects and programmes ensuring delivery within specified timelines and contract specifications

· Facilitate accreditation activities, including capacitation of Skills Development Providers (SDPs) on QCTO accreditation and extension of scope processes

· Monitoring and auditing of W&RSETA accredited training providers on legacy qualifications

· Facilitate extension of scope of Training Providers on W&RSETA legacy qualifications

· Ensure accuracy in the registration and notification of scope for assessors and moderators

· Capacitate stakeholders on quality assurance matters and resolve related queries within 48 hours

· Conduct Quality Assurance Onsite Monitoring of Projects

· Conduct workplace approvals and the Quality Assurance of workplace approvals conducted by others in relation to the qualification requirements.

· Capacitate TVET Colleges on quality assurance and SETA System requirements

· Facilitate external moderation of assessment

· Verification of learner information and credit uploads (NLRD)

· Effective submission of certification requests to Head Office ETQA Unit

· Participate in the planning of regional activities and projects

· Facilitate MIS training sessions for SDPs

· Risk management and fraud prevention

· Prepare for internal and external DHET/SAQA/QCTO audits

· Full compliance with the relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures

· Prepare and submit monthly reports on quality assurance activities to the Regional Manager & Senior Project Specialist

· Responsible for capacitating the Regional Office Team on quality assurance matters

· Participate in Qualifications Assessment Specification / Curriculum Development on the new QCTO qualifications

· Monitor workplace provision in line with quality assurance requirements and learning programme

· Conduct 50% onsite external moderation within Projects

· Give support to other Business Units in closure of projects

· Continuously track, monitor and measure the learner results and performance against set standards and targets (the number’) in order to timeously implement viable solutions to achieve targets and to ensure adequate budget availability

· Provide formal, standard reporting and feedback ensuring accurate, up-to-date reflection of project and programme performance.

· Conduct site visits to stakeholders for learner / site verification and monitoring

· Up-to-date knowledge and intelligence to continuously support service delivery, programme and project implementation and improve performance

· Maintain a close working relationship between and amongst the team to optimally support performance and deliver on stakeholder needs and requirements

· Supports knowledge-sharing, documentation of information and setting of benchmarks for improved performance

· Maintain a good relationship between the different divisions to continuously support performance and delivery against set objectives

· Behaviours and conduct are aligned with the SETA values

· Effective, professional communication and dialogue with all Stakeholders

· Effectively plan, coordinate, manage and execute ad hoc projects

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

· National Diploma in Public Administration/Public Management/ Human Resources Development

· Registered as Assessor / Moderator will be added advantage

· 5 Years’ experience in a training environment at specialist level dealing with Educational Quality Assurance

· Excellent knowledge and understanding of QCTO, assessment and moderation practices, learning programme design, E-learning and RPL

· Proficient in MS Office, MS Project

· External verifier preferred

· Exposure to program and material development

· Project Management Exposure / Certificate

· Knowledge, understanding and appreciation of regulatory and legislative framework within the SETA landscape

· A good knowledge and understanding of the NDP; NSDP; Skills Development Act; NSP; HRDS; NQF; SAQA Act; QCTO

Instructions to applicants

· All applications must be accompanied by certified copies of the ID and all educational qualifications and they should not be older than 6 months.

· Applications received after the closing date, will not be considered.

· The Wholesale and Retail SETA reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

· The organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

NB: Please include the name of the position on the email subject line.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements of this position should apply, by forwarding their CVs for attention: Libokanyo Khumalo (Senior Manager: HR) at recruitment2@wrseta.org.za.

The closing date for applications is 17 August 2026.

PROJECT SPECIALIST: WESTERN CAPE (2 POSITIONS)

The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) seeks to employ two Project Specialist, they will report directly to the Senior Project Specialist and be based at the Western Cape Regional Office.

Grading: (Role Band: C3)

Salary: R506 276 (Total Cost to Company per annum)

The role of this position is to:

Efficient and effective end-to-end delivery and implementation of allocated projects and programmes: learning programmes, bursary & placements, rural development, disability, SME, career guidance, special projects in WC that will result in optimal WC W&RSETA performance and result in stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Performance Areas will include but not limited to the following:

· Effective and efficient end-to-end delivery, execution, coordination, quality assurance and implementation of allocated projects and programmes ensuring all targets are met within the specified timelines and contract specifications

· Effective, end-to-end stakeholder relationship management in allocated jurisdiction ensuring stakeholders needs and requirements are met within the required skills framework and legislation

· Adherence to W&RSETA policies, procedures, PFMA and relevant legislation

· Effective and efficient contract management of all contracts ‘end-to-end’, including the accurate capturing, maintenance, performance management, payments, moderation and close-out on the system for all allocated contracts

· Continuously track, monitor and measure the project and programme results and performance against set standards and targets (‘the number’) in order to timeously implement viable solutions to maintain or exceed targets

· Provide formal, standard reporting and feedback ensuring accurate, up-to-date reflection of project and programme performance

· Oversee the effective administration of all allocated projects and programmes that will result in sound audit trial

· Provide sound advice and proactive support to stakeholders in the development of skills for the Wholesale sector’s sustainable future needs

· Fully accountable for the Sector Liaisons Function in allocated area ensuring quality delivery within specified deadlines

· Liaise with the Quality Assurance Officer to ensure all quality assurance tasks are successfully implemented

· Responsible for Annexure 2 submissions and approvals

· Oversee site visits to stakeholders for learner verification and monitoring

· Participate in giving inputs and support to inform the development of Operational SETA’s Sector Skills Plan, Strategic, Annual Performance and Provincial Operational Plans to ensure delivery on sector needs and requirements, whilst ensuring compliance with legislation

· Up-to-date knowledge and intelligence to continuously support service delivery, programme and project implementation and improve performance

· Maintain a close working relationship between and amongst the WC team to optimally support WC performance and deliver on stakeholder needs and requirements

· Supports knowledge-sharing, documentation of information and ensure a project team that is informed and up-to-date with developments in the sector

· Maintain a good relationship between the different divisions to continuously supports performance and delivery against set objectives

· Build, maintain and grow relationships across the allocated area of responsibility, ensuring stakeholder needs are understood, appropriate time allocation per territory and opportunities are optimally exploited

· Adhere to sound corporate Governance in all aspects of the WC ensuring the integrity of SETA operations

· Behaviours and conduct are aligned with the SETA values

· Effective, professional communication and dialogue with all Stakeholders

· Effectively plan, coordinate, manage and execute ad hoc projects

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

· Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Human Resources, Finance Management, Project Management & Marketing Management Project Management certification

· A degree in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Human Resources, Finance Management, Project Management & Marketing Management Project Management certification will be an added advantage

· 5 years’ experience in a project management environment with exposure to various functions in the SETA environment

· Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

· Sound knowledge and understanding of the Wholesale and Retail sector, legislation and policies and procedures

· Understanding of W&RSETA processes for learning programmes Annexure 2 submissions

· Sound knowledge and understanding of NSDP & New Grants Regulations

· Proven track record in driving execution and optimizing performance

· Sound knowledge and understanding of skills development

· Knowledge, understanding and appreciation of regulatory and legislative framework within the SETA landscape

Instructions to applicants

· All applications must be accompanied by certified copies of the ID and all educational qualifications, and they should not be older than 6 months.

· Applications received after the closing date, will not be considered.

· The Wholesale and Retail SETA reserve the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

· The organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

NB: Please include the name of the position on the email subject line.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements of this position should apply, by forwarding their CVs for attention: Libokanyo Khumalo (Senior Manager: HR) at recruitment2@wrseta.org.za.

The closing date for applications is: 17 August 2026.

PROJECT SPECIALIST: EASTERN CAPE

The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) seeks to employ Project Specialist: Eastern Cape, will report directly to the Senior Project Specialist: Eastern Cape and be based at the Eastern Cape Regional Office.

Grading: (Role Band: C3)

Salary: R506 276 (Total Cost to Company per annum)

The role of this position is to:

Efficient and effective end-to-end delivery and implementation of allocated projects and programmes: learning programmes, bursary & placements, rural development, disability, SME, career guidance, special projects in Eastern Cape that will result in optimal Eastern Cape W&RSETA performance and result in stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Performance Areas will include but are not limited to the following:

· Effective and efficient end-to-end delivery, execution, coordination, quality assurance and implementation of allocated projects and programmes ensuring all targets are met within the specified timelines and contract specifications

· Effective, end-to-end stakeholder relationship management in allocated jurisdiction ensuring stakeholder’s needs and requirements are met within the required skills framework and legislation

· Adherence to W&RSETA policies, procedures, PFMA and relevant legislation

· Effective and efficient contract management of all contracts ‘end-to-end’, including accurate capturing, maintenance, performance management, payments, moderation and close-out on the system for all allocated contracts

· Continuously track, monitor and measure the project and programme results and performance against set standards and targets (the number’) to timeously implement viable solutions to maintain or exceed targets

· Provide formal, standard reporting and feedback ensuring accurate, up-to-date reflection of project and programme performance

· Oversee the effective administration of all allocated projects and programmes that will result in sound audit trial

· Provide sound advice and proactive support to stakeholders in the development of skills for the Wholesale sector’s sustainable future needs

· Fully accountable for the Sector Liaisons Function in allocated area ensuring quality delivery within specified deadlines

· Liaise with the Quality Assurance Officer to ensure all quality assurance tasks are successfully implemented

· Responsible for Annexure 2 submissions and approvals

· Oversee site visits to stakeholders for learner verification and monitoring

· Participate in giving input and support to inform the development of Operational SETA’s Sector Skills Plan, Strategic, Annual Performance and Provincial Operational Plans to ensure delivery on sector needs and requirements, whilst ensuring compliance with legislation

· Up-to-date knowledge and intelligence to continuously support service delivery, programme and project implementation and improve performance

· Maintain a close working relationship between and amongst the Eastern Cape team to optimally support Eastern Cape performance and deliver on stakeholder needs and requirements

· Supports knowledge-sharing, documentation of information and ensuring a project team that is informed and up to date with developments in the sector

· Maintain a good relationship between the different divisions to continuously support performance and delivery against set objectives

· Build, maintain and grow relationships across the allocated area of responsibility, ensuring stakeholder needs are understood, appropriate time allocation per territory and opportunities are optimally exploited

· Adhere to sound corporate Governance in all aspects of the Eastern Cape ensuring the integrity of SETA operations

· Behaviours and conduct are aligned with the SETA values

· Effective, professional communication and dialogue with all Stakeholders

· Effectively plan, coordinate, manage and execute ad hoc projects

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

· National Diploma in the following field of study: Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Human Resources, Finance Management, Project Management & Marketing Management

· A degree in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Human Resources, Finance Management, Project Management & Marketing Management will be an added advantage

· 5 years’ experience in a Project management environment with exposure to various functions in the SETA environment

· SDF certification

· Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

· Sound knowledge and understanding of the Wholesale and Retail sector, legislation and policies and procedures

· Understanding of W&RSETA processes for learning programmes Annexure 2 submissions

· Sound knowledge and understanding of NSDP & New Grants Regulations

· Proven track record in driving execution and optimizing performance

· Sound knowledge and understanding of skills development

· Knowledge, understanding and appreciation of regulatory and legislative framework within the SETA landscape

Instructions to applicants

· All applications must be accompanied by certified copies of the ID and all educational qualifications, and they should not be older than 6 months.

· Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

· The Wholesale and Retail SETA reserve the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

· The organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

NB: Please include the name of the position on the email subject line.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements of this position should apply, by forwarding their CVs for attention: Libokanyo Khumalo (Senior Manager: HR) at recruitment2@wrseta.org.za.

The closing date for applications is 17 August 2026.

PROJECT SPECIALIST: KWAZULU-NATAL

The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) seeks to employ Project Specialist: KwaZulu-Natal, will report directly to the Senior Project Specialist: KwaZulu-Natal and be based at the KwaZulu-Natal Regional Office.

Grading: (Role Band: C3)

Salary: R506 276 (Total Cost to Company per annum)

The role of this position is to:

Efficient and effective end-to-end delivery and implementation of allocated projects and programmes: learning programmes, bursary & placements, rural development, disability, SME, career guidance, special projects in KwaZulu-Natal that will result in optimal KwaZulu-Natal W&RSETA performance and result in stakeholder satisfaction.

Key Performance Areas will include but are not limited to the following:

· Effective and efficient end-to-end delivery, execution, coordination, quality assurance and implementation of allocated projects and programmes ensuring all targets are met within the specified timelines and contract specifications

· Effective, end-to-end stakeholder relationship management in allocated jurisdiction ensuring stakeholder’s needs and requirements are met within the required skills framework and legislation

· Adherence to W&RSETA policies, procedures, PFMA and relevant legislation

· Effective and efficient contract management of all contracts ‘end-to-end’, including accurate capturing, maintenance, performance management, payments, moderation and close-out on the system for all allocated contracts

· Continuously track, monitor and measure the project and programme results and performance against set standards and targets (the number’) in order to timeously implement viable solutions to maintain or exceed targets

· Provide formal, standard reporting and feedback ensuring accurate, up-to-date reflection of project and programme performance

· Oversee the effective administration of all allocated projects and programmes that will result in sound audit trial

· Provide sound advice and proactive support to stakeholders in the development of skills for the Wholesale sector’s sustainable future needs

· Fully accountable for the Sector Liaisons Function in allocated area ensuring quality delivery within specified deadlines

· Liaise with the Quality Assurance Officer to ensure all quality assurance tasks are successfully implemented

· Responsible for Annexure 2 submissions and approvals

· Oversee site visits to stakeholders for learner verification and monitoring

· Participate in giving input and support to inform the development of Operational SETA’s Sector Skills Plan, Strategic, Annual Performance and Provincial Operational Plans to ensure delivery on sector needs and requirements, whilst ensuring compliance with legislation

· Up-to-date knowledge and intelligence to continuously support service delivery, programme and project implementation and improve performance

· Maintain a close working relationship between and amongst the KwaZulu-Natal team to optimally support KwaZulu-Natal performance and deliver on stakeholder needs and requirements

· Supports knowledge-sharing, documentation of information and ensuring a project team that is informed and up to date with developments in the sector

· Maintain a good relationship between the different divisions to continuously support performance and delivery against set objectives

· Build, maintain and grow relationships across the allocated area of responsibility, ensuring stakeholder needs are understood, appropriate time allocation per territory and opportunities are optimally exploited

· Adhere to sound corporate Governance in all aspects of the KwaZulu-Natal ensuring the integrity of SETA operations

· Behaviours and conduct are aligned with the SETA values

· Effective, professional communication and dialogue with all Stakeholders

· Effectively plan, coordinate, manage and execute ad hoc projects

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

· National Diploma in the following field of study: Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Human Resources, Finance Management, Project Management & Marketing Management

· A degree in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Management, Human Resources, Finance Management, Project Management & Marketing Management will be an added advantage

· 5 years’ experience in a Project management environment with exposure to various functions in the SETA environment

· SDF certification

· Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

· Sound knowledge and understanding of the Wholesale and Retail sector, legislation and policies and procedures

· Understanding of W&RSETA processes for learning programmes Annexure 2 submissions

· Sound knowledge and understanding of NSDP & New Grants Regulations

· Proven track record in driving execution and optimizing performance

· Sound knowledge and understanding of skills development

· Knowledge, understanding and appreciation of regulatory and legislative framework within the SETA landscape

Instructions to applicants

· All applications must be accompanied by certified copies of the ID and all educational qualifications, and they should not be older than 6 months.

· Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

· The Wholesale and Retail SETA reserve the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s).

· The organisation will give preference to candidates in line with the Employment Equity goals.

NB: Please include the name of the position on the email subject line.

Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements of this position should apply, by forwarding their CVs for attention: Libokanyo Khumalo (Senior Manager: HR) at recruitment2@wrseta.org.za.

The closing date for applications is 17 August 2026.

PROJECT SPECIALIST: FREE STATE

The Wholesale and Retail Sector Education and Training Authority (W&RSETA) seeks to employ Project Specialist: Free State, will report directly to the Regional Manager: Free State & Northern Cape and be based at the Free State Regional Office.

Grading: (Role Band: C3)

Salary: R506 276 (Total Cost to Company per annum)

The role of this position is to:

Efficient and effective end-to-end delivery and implementation of allocated projects and programmes: learning programmes, bursary & placements, rural development, disability, SME, career guidance, special projects in Free State that will result in optimal Free State W&RSETA performance and result in stakeholder satisfaction.