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Commission For Conciliation, Mediation And Arbitration (CCMA) Part-Time Interpreter Vacancy 2026

Commission For Conciliation, Mediation And Arbitration (CCMA)

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Monthly stipend

Not stated

Closing date

31 Aug 2026

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Opportunity
Contract
Minimum education
Certificate (NQF 4–5)
Location
Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
NQF level
NQF 5
SETA
HWSETA
Posted
27 Aug 2026

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Opportunity Overview

The Commission For Conciliation, Mediation And Arbitration (CCMA) is seeking a Part-Time Interpreter to join its Gqeberha Office in the Eastern Cape Province. This opportunity is for an independent contractor to provide vital language services within the CCMA's operations.

As a Part-Time Interpreter, you will play a crucial role in ensuring effective communication during CCMA activities. This position offers a rate of R970.84 per day for services rendered.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Matric Certificate
  • Relevant NQF Level 5 certificate in Communication or Languages
  • One (1) to three (3) years of relevant working experience as an Interpreter
  • Proficiency in at least three South African languages (oral, read, and write)
  • Must be proficient in any three of the following languages: English, IsiXhosa, and Afrikaans

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Providing verbal interpretations during hearings.
  • Performing administrative support functions as required.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online strictly through the provided link. Follow these steps carefully:

  • Visit the application portal: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/irZV5WpY4g
  • Complete the online application form in full, ensuring all relevant material information is disclosed.
  • Upload the following documents:
  • Detailed CV
  • Copies of qualifications
  • Copy of your driver’s license
  • Copy of your ID document
  • Only one online application should be submitted per candidate.
  • No emailed or hand-delivered applications will be accepted.

The closing date for applications is 31 August 2026. Incomplete or late applications will be automatically disqualified.

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10% of the 69 live contract posts we hold ask for Certificate (NQF 4–5). The commonest requirement is Degree (NQF 7), at 33%.

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How the selection usually runs

  • The screening and interview process mirrors a permanent post, and the minimum requirements are applied just as strictly.
  • Contract posts are often filled faster than permanent ones, because the funding is tied to a project timeline.

What you leave with

Directly relevant experience at the level you want, and internal standing when a permanent post at that level is eventually advertised.

Where this leads next

  1. Contract renewal or extension

    Continued funding for the project or post.

  2. Permanent appointment at the same level

    Competing for the post when it is advertised — contract service does not convert automatically.

  3. A higher level elsewhere

    The experience the contract gave you, which is what the next advert is asking for.

A typical route, not a guarantee — progression depends on vacancies, funding and your own performance.

Watch out for this

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About HWSETA & this sector

HWSETA is the SETA for health and social development, funding programmes for nursing auxiliaries, community health and social-work support roles.

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