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MANUFACTURING, ENGINEERING AND RELATED SERVICES SETA (MERSETA)
 

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The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) is a Schedule 3A public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act (Act No. 97 of 1998) Registration Number 17/merSETA/01/04/20 to facilitate skills development for the Metal and Engineering, Motor Retail and Components Manufacturing, Automobile Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing and New Tyre Manufacturing Sectors Automotive Components Manufacturing Chamber. 
 
EXTERNAL ADVERT 
We have an excellent opportunity for the following professional to join Client Service Division. 
 
CLIENT LIAISON OFFICER X3 (C4) 
Reference Number: CLO/HO/07/06/24 Salary Level (Min. to Mid): 518 016 – 630 161 pa FIXED-TERM CONTRACT ALIGNED TO THE SETA LICENCE TERM 
GAUTENG SOUTH REGIONAL OFFICE 
 
Purpose: To facilitate and implement the merSETA Client Services strategy to ensure that a high level of client satisfaction is achieved, as well as to increase and improve the level of training and access to training in order to promote skills development and to redress imbalances. 
 
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities 
The ideal candidate should be able to fulfil and perform the following key accountabilities and responsibilities: 
  • Guide and support companies to develop, implement and monitor mandatory grants. 
  • Support enterprises to comply with merSETA quality assurance and workplace approval policy to meet SAQA requirements. 
  • Manage, promote and support participation in training partnerships and learning interventions according to set and agreed regional and individual targets. 
  • Monitor all learning interventions to ensure continuous progress, guide and support employers where gaps have been identified. 
  • Promote and support participation in merSETA project initiatives and services. 
  • Plan and manage moderation of trade testing and assessments from time to time. 
  • Support capacity building initiatives. 
  • Prepare and submit reports to Client Relationship Manager. 
  • Identify support and market: 
  • In the development of best practice kits and packs 
  • Sustainable community-based programmes including rural and farm areas 
  • Providers where there is need. 
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  • Build and develop relationships with all stakeholders in the region. 
  • Assist companies in all categories to claim mandatory grants. 
  • Identify suitable companies to participate in discretionary grants as per prescribed criteria including but not limited to recommendation of discretionary grant funding and implementation of MoA’s. 
 
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills 
  • NQF Level 6 National Certificate in ODETP or National Diploma or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification in Engineering Studies/Business Studies/Administration/Project Management/Human Resources Development/ Training
  • NQF Level 7 in Engineering Studies /Business Studies/Administration/ Project Management/Human Resource Development/ Training will be an advantage 
  • Qualified Artisan will be an advantage 
  • 4 years exposure in client liaison environment with a good understanding of the technical environment related to manufacturing and engineering sector 
  • 5 years’ experience in a client liaison and technical environment with a solid direct training experience will be an advantage 
  • Collaboration and project management skills 
  • Management Control 
  • Relationship Management 
  • Computer Literacy 
  • Excellent Time Management 
  • Be able to work on his/her own as well as in a team 
  • Attention to detail and High level of accuracy 
  • Knowledge of industry 
  • Ability to compile reports, presentation skills and problem-solving skills 
  • High level of verbal and written communication skills 
  • Knowledge of the Skills Development and related legislation 
  • Knowledge of administration processes, procedures and practices 
  • A valid driver’s license 
  • Must have own legally registered transport in good condition Offer 
 
 
The merSETA offers a competitive salary package and an opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application for consideration. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 07 June 2024 
 
The merSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified Affirmative Action Candidates and People Living with Disabilities in line with the Employment Equity Plan. To apply for this opportunity, submit a fully completed job application form, a detailed curriculum vitae with three references, clearly quoting the Job Title and Reference Number as a subject in the email: recruitment@merseta.org.za
 
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 months after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful. 
 
The merSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.







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The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) is a Schedule 3A public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act (Act No. 97 of 1998) Registration Number 17/merSETA/01/04/20 to facilitate skills development for the Metal and Engineering, Motor Retail and Components Manufacturing, Automobile Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing and New Tyre Manufacturing Sectors Automotive Components Manufacturing Chamber. 
 
EXTERNAL ADVERT 
We have an excellent opportunity for the following professional to join Operations Division. 
 
SPECIALIST: GRANTS OPERATIONS (C3) REFERENCE NUMBER: SPEGRA/HO/31/05/24 
SALARY LEVEL (Minimum to Median): R449 750 – R538 677 per annum FIXED-TERM CONTRACT ALIGNED TO THE SETA LICENCE TERM 
HEAD OFFICE 
Purpose: The position is responsible for managing the end-to-end process of grants administration, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines and internal policies by collaborating with internal merSETA units, external partners, and stakeholders to streamline grant operations. 
 
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities 
The ideal candidate should be able to fulfil and perform the following key accountabilities and responsibilities: 
  • Collaborate and communicate with internal and external stakeholder. 
  • Resolve Grants Management related queries. 
  • Update and maintain project repository. 
  • Manage the receipt and assess DG Claims in line with internal grant management processes and maintain the Tracking register 
  • Ensure an accurate and updated PI commitment register 
  • Follow up on overdue deliverables and approvals. 
  • Prepare RFI documentation for internal and external audits. 
  • Mitigate PI unit risks regarding DG payment process. 
  • Ensure accurate reporting of claims, commitments and accruals. 
  • Ensure standard operating procedures are followed. 
  • Ensure an accurate and neat filing system is implemented for the Unit. 
  • Monitor the financial spending of projects and programs. 
  • Manage the renewal or extension of contracts set to expire bi-annually on the commitment register. 
  • Ensure payment requisition packages with precise documentation, proper sequencing, verified figures, and compliance-checked evidence. 
  • Record all claims in the Tracking Register and identity potential risks within the unit 
  • Ensure subordinates have performance plans and provide guidance to build capacity.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge and intelligence to continuously support service delivery, programme and project implementation and improve performance 
  • Continuously track, monitor, and measure individual and team performance against set standards and performance targets. 
  • 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. 
  • Support good relationship between the different divisions to continuously support performance and delivery against set objectives. 
  • Effective, professional communication and dialogue with all Stakeholders, staff and management 
  • Effectively plan, coordinate, manage and execute ad hoc projects 
 
Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills 
  • NQF level 6 qualification in Finance, Public Administration or Business Administration 
  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Finance, Public Administration or Business Administration will be advantageous. 
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial processing and administration. 
  • More than 5 years’ experience in financial processing and administration will be advantageous. 
  • Experience and exposure to the SETA environment. 
  • Advanced Excel and report writing skills. 
  • Information gathering and problem analysis. 
  • Technical skill and competence 
  • Customer service and commercial orientation 
  • Attention to detail and concern for excellence. 
  • Relationship Management 
  • Ability to work under pressure and with high demand. 
 
Offer
The merSETA offers a competitive salary package and an opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse team. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your application for consideration.
 
 
CLOSING DATE: 05 June 2024 
 
The merSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified Affirmative Action Candidates and People Living with Disabilities in line with the Employment Equity Plan. To apply for this opportunity, submit a fully completed job application form, a detailed curriculum vitae with three references, clearly quoting the Job Title and Reference Number as a subject in the email: recruitment@merseta.org.za.
 
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 months after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful. 
 
The merSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.