The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for three employment opportunities in Gauteng. The vacancies are available in the Grants, Projects and Regions Business Unit, the Office of the CEO, and the Education and Training Quality Assurance (ETQA) Business Unit.

The positions offer an annual Cost to Company (CTC) package ranging from R313,820 to R360,464 and are advertised on fixed-term contracts until 31 March 2030. Candidates with relevant qualifications and administrative experience are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

Applicants must reside in Gauteng Province and meet the minimum educational and experience requirements specified for the relevant position. Experience in a public service environment or Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) environment will be an added advantage.

1. Assistant Administrator: Grants, Projects and Regions

• Location: Gauteng Regional Office, Gauteng
• Business Unit: Grants, Projects and Regions
• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract until 31 March 2030
• Annual CTC Package: R313,820 – R360,464

About the Position

CHIETA has an opportunity for an Assistant Administrator in the Grants, Projects and Regions Business Unit at its Gauteng Regional Office. The successful candidate will provide administrative and records management support for discretionary and mandatory grants.

The incumbent will report to the Regional Manager and assist with maintaining accurate documentation, monitoring grant-related processes, preparing reports and ensuring that supporting evidence is properly organised and accessible.

The position is suitable for an individual with strong administrative skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• An NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
• One to two years of experience in administration.
• Experience in a public service environment or SETA environment will be an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
• Applicants must reside in Gauteng Province.

Skills and Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following skills and competencies:

• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Awareness of diversity and the ability to work with different stakeholders.
• Confidentiality, ethics, integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.

Key Performance Areas

The Assistant Administrator will be responsible for the following duties:

• Maintaining records management systems for discretionary and mandatory grants in accordance with established business controls.
• Ensuring that grant-related documentation is properly maintained, organised and accessible.
• Assisting with the consolidation, checking and evaluation of supporting evidence to verify correctness and validity against Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) guidelines.
• Ensuring that grant payments are processed accurately.
• Preparing tracking reports, statistical reports and other administrative documentation for the Regional Manager.
• Preparing supporting evidence for DHET SETA Quarterly Monitoring Reports and validating documentation according to the allocated sample.
• Filing and safeguarding evidence relating to discretionary and mandatory grants to improve document traceability.
• Preparing documentation and supporting evidence required for internal and external audits.
• Responding to stakeholder queries and providing appropriate administrative assistance.
• Performing other relevant and reasonable duties assigned by the direct supervisor or senior management.

Candidates applying for this position should be comfortable working with records, supporting documents, reports and administrative controls. Accuracy, confidentiality and the ability to maintain reliable records are particularly important.

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2. Assistant Administrator: Office of the CEO

• Location: CHIETA Head Office, Gauteng
• Business Unit: Office of the CEO
• Functional Area: Communications and Facilities
• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract until 31 March 2030
• Annual CTC Package: R313,820 – R360,464

About the Position

CHIETA is inviting applications for an Assistant Administrator in the Office of the CEO, supporting the Marketing and Communications Sub Unit.

The position involves providing administrative, events coordination and communications support. The successful candidate will assist with coordinating exhibitions, career fairs, roadshows, stakeholder engagements and marketing activities while ensuring that relevant documentation, communications and reports are maintained.

The role is suitable for candidates with administrative experience, strong organisational abilities and an interest in events coordination, communications and stakeholder relations.

Applicants should be prepared to travel to off-site events when required and must have a valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• An NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related field.
• One to two years of experience in administration.
• Experience in a public service environment or SETA environment will be an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Ownership of a reliable vehicle.
• Ability and willingness to travel as required.
• Applicants must reside in Gauteng Province.

Skills and Competencies

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies:

• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Event coordination and logistics management abilities.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Diversity awareness and interpersonal skills.
• Confidentiality, ethics, integrity and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Ability to coordinate several administrative and event-related tasks simultaneously.

Key Performance Areas

The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

• Maintaining diaries, coordinating meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes for the Marketing and Communications team.
• Maintaining digital and physical filing systems, including records relating to campaigns, exhibitions and stakeholder engagements.
• Assisting with report preparation and departmental documentation.
• Coordinating content for newsletters, website updates, internal communications and social media platforms.
• Supporting social media content before, during and after exhibitions and events.
• Ensuring that communication and marketing materials comply with CHIETA brand guidelines.
• Coordinating exhibition, career fair, stakeholder engagement and campaign logistics, including registration, stand bookings, on-site setup and dismantling.
• Liaising with exhibition organisers, venues, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Travelling to off-site events when required and coordinating related travel arrangements and administration.
• Supporting the preparation of post-event content that highlights outcomes, stakeholder engagements and key activities.
• Preparing administrative information for monthly and quarterly exhibition and roadshow reports.
• Tracking exhibitions attended, audience reach, engagement, leads, stakeholder interactions and media exposure.
• Representing CHIETA professionally at events and building working relationships with schools, universities, TVET colleges, service providers and industry stakeholders.
• Following CHIETA policies, procedures and procurement requirements while maintaining accurate supporting records.
• Monitoring expenditure against the approved budget, reporting deviations to the Manager and identifying potential cost savings.

Candidates should note that this position combines office administration with practical event coordination and communications support. The ability to travel, coordinate logistics and engage professionally with different stakeholders is essential.

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3. Data Capturer: ETQA

• Location: CHIETA Head Office, Gauteng
• Business Unit: Education and Training Quality Assurance (ETQA)
• Contract Type: Fixed-term contract until 31 March 2030
• Annual CTC Package: R313,820 – R360,464

About the Position

CHIETA is inviting applications for a Data Capturer in the Education and Training Quality Assurance (ETQA) Business Unit at its head office in Gauteng.

The successful candidate will provide administrative and data-capturing support to the ETQA Business Unit. The position involves receiving and processing documentation from accredited providers and member companies, verifying information, capturing data on the relevant management information systems and ensuring that submitted documents comply with prescribed requirements.

The role requires accuracy, good organisational skills and the ability to handle documentation carefully. Candidates with administration or data-capturing experience are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• An NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
• One to two years of experience in administration or data capturing.
• Experience in a public service environment or SETA environment will be an added advantage.
• A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
• Applicants must reside in Gauteng Province.

Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Diversity awareness.
• Confidentiality, ethics, integrity and professionalism.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to verify information and maintain accurate records.
• A commitment to compliance with established procedures and administrative controls.

Key Performance Areas

The Data Capturer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Receiving and processing documentation from accredited providers and member companies.
• Verifying information contained in submitted documents using the prescribed checklist.
• Capturing accurate information on the Management Information System (MIS) or Information Management System (IMS), as applicable, in accordance with the information received from providers or employers.
• Supporting data verification before capturing by checking documentation against the information being entered into the system.
• Rejecting incomplete documentation and submissions that do not comply with the applicable requirements.
• Submitting documents to the direct supervisor for verification.
• Issuing enrolment numbers after successful verification and capturing on the relevant system.
• Generating and sending confirmation or rejection letters by email after processing applications or documentation.
• Responding to provider and stakeholder queries when required.
• Reporting risks and areas of concern to management within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Promoting compliance with relevant regulations and procedures to prevent fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure.
• Working within established controls and procedures to protect the integrity of CHIETA.
• Maintaining a healthy and safe working environment in accordance with Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ) and related technical requirements.
• Performing other relevant and reasonable duties assigned by the direct supervisor or senior management.

Applicants interested in data capturing should be able to work accurately with documents, follow verification procedures and maintain the integrity of information entered into organisational systems.

General Application Requirements

Candidates applying for any of the three CHIETA vacancies must prepare the required supporting documents before submitting an application.

The following documents must be submitted:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Academic record.
• Certified copy of South African identity document or applicable ID document.
• Certified copy of matric certificate.
• Certified copies of relevant tertiary qualifications.

Applicants should ensure that the CV clearly outlines their qualifications, administrative experience, relevant skills and contact details. Supporting documents should be checked for completeness before submission.

Candidates are encouraged to apply for positions for which they meet the stated minimum requirements. The Office of the CEO position has additional requirements relating to a driver’s licence, ownership of a reliable vehicle and willingness to travel.

Closing date: 15 October 2026

Fixed-term contract end date: 31 March 2030

Annual CTC package: R313,820 – R360,464

Applicants should specify the position they are applying for in the email subject line and attach all required supporting documents.

Suggested email subject lines:

• Assistant Administrator – Grants, Projects and Regions
• Assistant Administrator – Office of the CEO
• Data Capturer – ETQA

Applicants should ensure that the correct documents are attached and that the application is sent before the closing date. Submitting a complete application may help prevent delays associated with missing documentation.

Important Information for Applicants

CHIETA is committed to advancing Employment Equity. Successful applicants will be subjected to background checks and may be required to undertake assessments as part of the recruitment process.

Candidates who do not receive feedback by 1 November 2026 should consider their applications unsuccessful.

CHIETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Protection of Personal Information

CHIETA processes applicants’ personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and applicable requirements. By submitting a CV and other personal information, candidates consent to the collection, retention and use of their information for recruitment-related purposes.

Applicants retain the right to withdraw consent, request access to their personal information, request corrections or updates, and lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator in accordance with applicable procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where are the CHIETA vacancies based?

All three vacancies are based in Gauteng. The Grants, Projects and Regions position is at the Gauteng Regional Office, while the Office of the CEO and ETQA positions are at CHIETA’s head office.

2. What is the salary for these positions?

The advertised annual Cost to Company package is R313,820 to R360,464 for each of the three positions.

3. What qualifications are required?

An NQF Level 6 qualification in the relevant field is required. Depending on the position, this may include Office Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related discipline.

4. Is work experience required?

Yes. The Grants, Projects and Regions and Office of the CEO positions require one to two years of administrative experience. The Data Capturer position requires one to two years of experience in administration or data capturing.

5. Is a driver’s licence compulsory?

A valid driver’s licence is an added advantage for the Grants, Projects and Regions and ETQA positions. For the Office of the CEO position, a valid driver’s licence, a reliable vehicle and the ability to travel are requirements.

6. Can applicants living outside Gauteng apply?

The advertisement states that applicants must reside in Gauteng Province. Candidates should therefore meet this location requirement before applying.

7. When is the closing date?

The closing date for all three vacancies is 15 October 2026.

Final Reminder

Qualified candidates seeking administrative opportunities in Gauteng can consider applying for the CHIETA Assistant Administrator: Grants, Projects and Regions, Assistant Administrator: Office of the CEO, or Data Capturer: ETQA positions.

Before applying, review the requirements for the specific position, prepare the required documents and submit the application by 15 October 2026.

How to Apply for CHIETA Vacancies

• Application email: [email protected]
• Download Application Form