The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for fixed-term contract vacancies based in Gauteng. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with experience in skills development, SETA administration, project support, grants administration, public administration and stakeholder coordination.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority |
| Closing Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Location | Gauteng, South Africa |
| Contract Type | Fixed-term contract |
| Application Method | |
| Application Email | recruitment2026@chieta.org.za |
| Required Documents | CV, academic record, certified copy of ID, certified copy of matric certificate and certified copies of relevant tertiary qualifications |
| Feedback Date | If no feedback is received by 01 September 2026, consider the application unsuccessful |
Regional Skills Advisor
Location: Gauteng
Contract Type: Fixed-term contract until 2030
Job Purpose
The Regional Skills Advisor will manage and support skills development initiatives related to the chemical sector at provincial and national level.
Requirements
Applicants must have an NQF Level 7 qualification in Finance, Project Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development or ODETDP.
Applicants must have three to five years’ work experience in a Skills Development or HRD environment.
A background in a SETA, Chemical Industry, Engineering or Manufacturing environment will be advantageous.
Experience as an Artisan or in other technical areas will also be advantageous.
Applicants must have a valid Code EB driver’s licence and own a reliable vehicle.
Applicants must be able to travel and work away from home for days.
Computer skills are required, including MS Office and advanced MS Excel.
Applicants must be able to build relationships and collaborate within their own team and across teams.
Applicants must be able to work in a hybrid work environment and work independently with minimal supervision.
Skills and Behavioural Competencies
Applicants must be able to plan, prioritise work, meet deadlines and work independently.
Applicants must be systematic and thorough in their approach to work, with excellent attention to detail.
Applicants must be able to multitask and prioritise across multiple projects and platforms.
Applicants must be able to write for public consumption.
Applicants must be willing and able to work in teams and be self-starters.
Diversity awareness, confidentiality, ethics, integrity and professionalism are required.
Applicants must be detail-oriented and able to work within a team.
Good written, verbal, report-writing, communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will manage skills development activities within assigned organisations.
Duties include advising stakeholders on CHIETA mandatory grant and discretionary grant processes in line with CHIETA funding policy.
The candidate will manage Workplace Skills Plans and Annual Training Reports from CHIETA levy-paying companies.
The successful candidate will identify and recruit new companies within the chemical sector.
The role includes conducting chemical industry capacity-building workshops and attending relevant stakeholder or regional events.
The candidate will ensure that Skills Development Committees are established and operational.
The successful candidate will conduct SDF capacity-building workshops and maintain accurate records according to the CHIETA Quality Management System.
Duties include evaluating the extent to which training on discretionary grant projects has started and monitoring progress against signed agreements.
The candidate will produce accurate financial reports for skills development interventions in the region.
The role includes evaluating and conducting due diligence for discretionary grant award applications.
The successful candidate will provide system support to companies and providers when necessary.
The candidate will generate requests for payment for discretionary grants timeously.
The successful candidate will promote compliance with all relevant regulations and procedures to prevent fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure.
The role includes maintaining effective relationships with internal and external customers.
The candidate will establish implementation monitoring plans, track deliverables and milestones against MOA and project timelines, identify risks and mitigation plans and escalate issues where required.
The successful candidate will monitor fund disbursements in line with MOA deliverables.
Assistant Administrator
Location: Gauteng
Contract Type: Fixed-term contract, 4 months
Monthly CTC: R26 151,69
Business Units: Grants, Projects and Regions
Job Purpose
The Assistant Administrator will provide administrative support to the Grants, Projects and Regions Business Units at CHIETA Head Office.
Requirements
Applicants must have an NQF Level 6 qualification in Office Administration, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field.
Applicants must have one to two years’ experience within project management, accounting or audit support roles.
One year of experience in a public service 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 Behavioural Competencies
Applicants must have planning and organisation skills.
Oral and written communication skills are required.
Applicants must have problem-solving ability.
Diversity awareness, confidentiality, ethics, integrity and professionalism are required.
Applicants must be detail-oriented and able to work in a team.
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills are required.
Key Performance Areas
The successful candidate will maintain records management systems for discretionary and mandatory grants in line with business controls.
Duties include ensuring that grants-related documentation is maintained within the Grants or Strategic Projects Unit.
The candidate will assist in consolidating, checking and evaluating evidence received from regions for correctness and validity against DHET guidelines.
The successful candidate will ensure that payments are processed accurately.
The role includes preparing tracking reports and statistical reports.
The candidate will perform administrative duties for the Executive Manager and provide regional support.
The successful candidate will prepare evidence required for internal and external audits according to the allocated sample.
The role includes preparing evidence required for DHET SETA Quarterly Monitoring Reporting validation according to the allocated sample.
The candidate will file evidence and keep records of discretionary and mandatory grants in a safe and proper manner.
The successful candidate will improve documentation traceability.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit the following documents:
Curriculum Vitae.
Academic record.
Certified copy of ID.
Certified copy of matric certificate.
Certified copies of relevant tertiary qualifications.
Applications must be emailed to:
To apply and access more details, visit the CHIETA official website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 10 August 2026.
Applicants who do not receive feedback by 01 September 2026 should consider their applications unsuccessful.
CHIETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
CHIETA is committed to the advancement of Employment Equity.
Successful applicants will be subjected to background checks and required assessments.
By submitting a CV and related personal information, applicants consent to CHIETA processing their information for recruitment-related activities in line with the POPI Act.
Applicants have the right to withdraw consent, request access to their data, request correction or updating of their data and complain to the Information Regulator.