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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY (SAQA)
 
 
 
ASSISTANT COMPANY SECRETARY
Closing Date: September 4, 2025
All Inclusive Salary Package: R706 152 – R822 237 per annum
Benefits: All-inclusive remuneration package of R706 152 – R822 237 per annum. The successful candidate may structure the total package for a 13th cheque. The employer’s contribution towards Housing, Medical Aid, and Pension is included in the total package.
Contract Type: Permanent
 
Objective: The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a statutory public entity, an oversight body of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act, No. 67 of 2008. The entity is charged with developing, fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements, ensuring that:
• South African qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.
• The country’s qualifications are of acceptable quality.
• The quality of education and training is enhanced.
• Access, mobility and progression within education, training and career paths are realised.

SAQA seeks to appoint an Assistant Company Secretary to ensure effective communication and coordination between the Board, its committees, SAQA and other stakeholders. Reporting to the Manager: Strategic Planning & Governance, this position will support the Board and its Committees.
 
Requirements are:
Minimum Qualifications
  • An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 6 or equivalent.
  • A relevant NQF level 7 qualification will be an advantage.
 
Minimum Experience
  • Five years’ relevant work experience in performing the functions of a Board or Assistant Company Secretary.
  • Experience in risk management will be an added advantage.
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies
  • Professionalism.
  • Knowledge management.
  • Report writing.
  • Risk management.
  • Project management.
  • Performance monitoring.
  • Written and verbal communication.
  • Client service.
  • Problem solving.
  • Planning and execution.
 
Key performance areas:
• Plan and coordinate Board and its committee meetings.
• Manage Board and committee round robin resolutions.
• Manage the appointment of Board committee members.
• Keep records of Board, its committees and internal meeting decisions.
• Draft correspondence on Board matters and report to the Board.
• Maintain expenditure reports for Board and Board sub-committees.
• Manage and maintain the risk register and assist in identifying collaborative risks.
• Compile risk documents and provide Board and committee stats for reporting.
• Monitor trends for policy matters from committees to assist in policy review processes and research.
• Act as Board expert regarding the design and continued maintenance of a sustainable governance framework.
• Act as the internal liaison between the Board, its committees, external stakeholders and units.
• Provide governance information to the units during internal and external audit processes.
• Engage with and be the liaison for third-party governance Service providers.
 
SAQA will verify credit and criminal records as well as qualifications.

SAQA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post and will only communicate with short listed candidates.
 
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SPECIALIST: STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS
Closing Date: September 4, 2025
All Inclusive Salary Package: R706 152 – R822 237 per annum
Benefits: All-inclusive remuneration package of R706 152 – R822 237 per annum. The successful candidate may structure the total package for a 13th cheque. The employer’s contribution towards Housing, Medical Aid, and Pension is included in the total package.
Contract Type: Permanent
 
Objective: The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a statutory public entity, an oversight body of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act, No. 67 of 2008. The entity is charged with developing, fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements, ensuring that:
• South African qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.
• The country’s qualifications are of acceptable quality.
• The quality of education and training is enhanced.
• Access, mobility and progression within education, training and career paths are realised.

SAQA seeks to appoint a Specialist: Stakeholder Relations to build, maintain and improve relations between the organisation and its stakeholders. Reporting to the Manager: Communications & Advocacy, this position will improve awareness, understanding and the value of SAQA and the NQF.
 
Requirements are:
Minimum Qualifications
  • An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 7 or equivalent.
  • A relevant NQF level 8 qualification will be an advantage.
 
Minimum Experience
  • Three years’ relevant work experience within a stakeholder relations role.
  • Experience and exposure in the Education sector will be an advantage.
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies
  • Networking skills.
  • Professionalism.
  • Innovation and creativity.
  • Report writing.
  • Facilitation and presentation.
  • Knowledge management.
  • Written and verbal communication.
  • Policy interpretation.
  • Project management.
  • Social media.
  • Client service.
  • Resilience, attention to detail and sound judgement.
  • Good knowledge of the Education sector legislative and regulatory environment.
 
Key performance areas:
  • Conceptualise, plan and execute campaigns.
  • Plan and execute media and other events.
  • Collaborate with units regarding content provisions and message development.
  • Collaborate with NQF partners and government departments.
  • Inform the media about development in the NQF landscape.
  • Facilitate the development and implementation of internal communication policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Scan the education landscape and identify relevant individuals and agencies for SAQA to collaborate.
 
SAQA will verify credit and criminal records as well as qualifications.

SAQA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post and will only communicate with short listed candidates.
 
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SENIOR SPECIALIST: PROFESSIONAL BODIES
Closing Date: September 4, 2025
All Inclusive Salary Package: R1 059 105 – R1 247 574 per annum
Benefits: All-inclusive remuneration package of R1 059 105 – R1 247 574 per annum. The successful candidate may structure the total package for a 13th cheque. The employer’s contribution towards Housing, Medical Aid, and Pension is included in the total package.
Contract Type: Permanent
 
Objective: The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a statutory public entity, an oversight body of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act, No. 67 of 2008. The entity is charged with developing, fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements, ensuring that:
• South African qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.
• The country’s qualifications are of acceptable quality.
• The quality of education and training is enhanced.
• Access, mobility and progression within education, training and career paths are realised.



SAQA seeks to appoint a Senior Specialist: Professional Bodies to manage the processes leading to the recognition of professional bodies and the registration of professional designations. Reporting to the Senior Manager: Registration & Recognition, this position will ensure the quality of evaluation reports and prepare documentation for the SAQA Professional Body Committee (PBC).
 
Requirements are:
Minimum Qualifications
  • An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 7 or equivalent.
  • A relevant NQF level 8 qualification will be an advantage.
 
Minimum Experience
  • Eight years’ relevant work experience.
  • Experience and exposure in the post-school education system will be an advantage.
  • Experience in the professional body space will be an advantage.
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies
  • NQF Act and other relevant legislation.
  • Facilitation and presentation.
  • Policy development and interpretation.
  • Knowledge management.
  • Quality assurance.
  • Conducting research.
  • Project Management.
  • Report writing.
  • Professionalism.
  • Resilience, attention to detail and sound judgement.
  • Good knowledge of the Education sector legislative and regulatory environment.
  • People Management.
 
Key performance areas:
  • Manage the evaluation of professional body applications.
  • Assure the quality of evaluation reports.
  • Evaluate and submit reports on litigation cases against SAQA.
  • Provide advice on any external queries.
  • Identify trends in the processes related to the evaluation and status of professional bodies and their designations, including recognition, registration, and review activities.
  • Ensure that fees for services rendered by the unit have been received.
  • Oversee the monitoring of professional bodies and professional designations for compliance.
  • Manage the implementation, monitoring and review of NQF policies.
  • Action any decisions and manage the output of governance structures responsible for the recognition of professional bodies and the registration of professional designations.
  • Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to respond to critical issues and new developments in the SA NQF and the education landscape.
  • Lead, guide and develop staff in the professional body sub-unit.
 
SAQA will verify credit and criminal records as well as qualifications.

SAQA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post and will only communicate with short listed candidates.
 
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​CONTENT WRITER
Closing Date: September 4, 2025
All Inclusive Salary Package: R706 152 – R822 237 per annum
Benefits: All-inclusive remuneration package of R706 152 – R822 237 per annum. The successful candidate may structure the total package for a 13th cheque. The employer’s contribution towards Housing, Medical Aid, and Pension is included in the total package.
Contract Type: Permanent
 
Objective: The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a statutory public entity, an oversight body of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act, No. 67 of 2008. The entity is charged with developing, fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements, ensuring that:
• South African qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.
• The country’s qualifications are of acceptable quality.
• The quality of education and training is enhanced.
• Access, mobility and progression within education, training and career paths are realised.



SAQA seeks to appoint a Content Writer to develop engaging, high-quality content for various SAQA platforms. Reporting to the Manager: Communications & Advocacy, this position will produce articles, blogs, social media posts and other written material that align with the SAQA brand, voice and strategic goals.
 
Requirements are:
Minimum Qualifications
  • An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 6 or equivalent.
  • A relevant NQF level 7 qualification will be an advantage.
 
Minimum Experience
  • Five years’ relevant work experience.
  • Experience and exposure in the Education sector will be an advantage.
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies
  • Professionalism.
  • Innovation and creativity.
  • Exceptional writing and communication.
  • Report writing.
  • Time management.
  • Facilitation and presentation.
  • Editing and proofreading.
  • Social media.
  • Client service.
  • Attention to detail.
 
Key performance areas:
  • Develop content for websites, articles, reports, case studies, newsletters, social media, and other platforms.
  • Conduct in-depth research on industry-related topics.
  • Quality assure before publication.
  • Update and revise existing content.
  • Ensure that all content created is tailored to different stakeholder groups.
  • Collaborate with all SAQA units to create content that drives traffic, engagement and conversions.
  • Collaborate with the stakeholder relations team to develop content strategies.
 
SAQA will verify credit and criminal records as well as qualifications.

SAQA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post and will only communicate with short listed candidates.
 
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​RESEARCHER: POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND ANALYSIS
Closing Date: September 4, 2025
All Inclusive Salary Package: R706 152 – R822 237 per annum
Benefits: All-inclusive remuneration package of R706 152 – R822 237 per annum. The successful candidate may structure the total package for a 13th cheque. The employer’s contribution towards Housing, Medical Aid, and Pension is included in the total package.
Contract Type: Permanent
 
Objective: The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a statutory public entity, an oversight body of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act, No. 67 of 2008. The entity is charged with developing, fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements, ensuring that:
• South African qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.
• The country’s qualifications are of acceptable quality.
• The quality of education and training is enhanced.
• Access, mobility and progression within education, training and career paths are realised.


SAQA’s Research and Development Unit conducts and oversees research towards an evidence base for NQF implementation and development, contributing to SAQA’s intellectual leadership. SAQA seeks to appoint a Researcher: Policy Development & Analysis to engage around, and support the development, analysis and implementation of NQF policy. Reporting to the Manager: Research & Development, this position will contribute to the integration of research and NQF policy development, critique and implementation, and contribute to research publications.
 
Requirements are:
Minimum Qualifications
  • An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 8 or equivalent.
  • A relevant NQF Level 9 qualification will be an advantage.
 
Minimum Experience
  • Five years’ relevant work experience in research, policy analysis and development.
  • Exposure to, and experience in, the field of education, training and development will be an advantage.
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies
  • Research skills and professionalism.
  • Ability to analyse and synthesize information in general, and specifically, research, legislation and policy.
  • Strong writing skills.
  • Ability to present to, engage with, and influence, diverse NQF stakeholder groups.
  • Knowledge and project management skills.
  • Resilience, attention to detail, and sound judgement.
  • Good knowledge of the legislative and regulatory environment in the education, training and development sector.
 
Key performance areas:
  • Lead NQF policy development, analysis, and critiques.
  • Ensure research ethics and alignment to SAQA’s strategy within areas of responsibility.
  • Contribute to conceptualising, conducting, managing and reporting on research that supports NQF policy development, implementation and analysis.
  • Contribute to NQF research publications.
  • Contribute to conceptualising and realising NQF research events.
  • Contribute to research funding proposals.
  • Compliance with the relevant SAQA policies and procedures.
  • Share and engage nationally and internationally with researchers and NQF stakeholders around NQF policy development and implementation.
  • Lead or co-lead the professional development of staff, including mentoring staff in specific specialised tasks.
 
SAQA will verify credit and criminal records as well as qualifications.

SAQA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post and will only communicate with short listed candidates.
 
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