The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) would like to invite qualifying individuals to apply for its internship programme 2024 within its Finance 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.
Mining Qualifications Authority Programme 2024
Duration: Two-Year Internship Programme
Monthly Stipend: R 8,713.50
The successful candidate will report to the Finance Manager and will be responsible for the following:
- Processing invoices on the accounting software;
- Processing electronic payments;
- Reconciling creditor’s statements;
- Processing journals;
- Reconciling the creditors’ control account;
- Performing bank reconciliations;
- Performing financial internal controls;
- Performing general administration in a finance environment; and
- Performing any other functions as delegated by the Specialist or the Manager.
Minimum Requirements For The Mining Qualifications Authority Programme 2024
- A grade 12 or matric certificate.
- National Diploma or equivalent at NQF level 6 in the Financial and Accounting field.
- A Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent at NQF Level 7 in the Financial and Accounting field will be an added advantage.
Competencies
The candidate must possess the following:
- Good communication and interpersonal skills;
- An understanding of legislation and developments pertaining to education and training;
- The ability to work under pressure;
- Possess a proactive attitude;
- Proficiency in MS Office packages; and
- The ability to pay attention to detail.
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: recruitment@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.
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.
About The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is a statutory body established in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act No. 29 of 1996 and is a registered Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) for the mining and minerals sector in terms of the Skills Development Act No 97 of 1998 as amended.
The MQA must support the objectives of the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) 2024-2030 as guided by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), and also supports the objectives of the Mining Charter in terms of the Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act No. 29 of 1996.
The Quality Assurance Unit has a legal mandate to ensure quality assurance and that the learning programmes within the mining and minerals sector are aligned in terms of the National Qualifications Framework Act of 2008, as amended, and the QCTO-delegated functions, including those on regulated occupations in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.
The MQA is responsible for administering a number of skills development initiatives. Skills programmes and learnerships aim to develop a skilled and educated workforce whose skills are recognized and valued in terms of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). This is to ensure that the mining and minerals sector has sufficient competent people who will improve health and safety, employment equity, and increase productivity. The following six strategic priorities were adopted by the MQA Board to promote skills development in the sector:
- Promote efficient and effective governance and administration.
- Improve skills development planning and decision-making through research.
- Promote work-based skills development to support transformation in the mining and minerals sector.
- Facilitate access to occupationally directed learning programmes for the unemployed.
- Support mine community training initiatives to access economic opportunities.
- Ensure the delivery of quality learning programmes in the mining and minerals sector.
The MQA has a Board structure consisting of the state, employer, labour, and community organizations within the sector. The expertise and experience of this partnership with key stakeholders propose guidance to the MQA’s strategic direction. This is underpinned by the Business Plan, the Constitution, and Sector Skills Plan (SSP). The SSP determines the skills needs in the sector.
The MQA’s activities are funded by the skills levy collected from employers in the mining and minerals sector by the South African Receiver of Revenue (SARS). The MQA disburses the funds back to the industry in the form of grants for providing training and supporting learners in special projects.
