Manufacturing & Engineering

This opportunity closed on 23 July 2026. Applications sent now will not be considered. Similar live opportunities are listed below.

merSETA Administrator: ICT (B5) Vacancy 2026 at Manufacturing, Engineering And Related Services Seta (merseta)

Manufacturing, Engineering And Related Services Seta (merseta)

Manufacturing & Engineering (merSETA)

Deadline Passed

Monthly stipend

R28039,77/month

Closing date

23 Jul 2026

Opportunity: Contract
Minimum education: Degree (NQF 7)
Location: National (All Provinces)
NQF level: NQF 6
SETA: merSETA
Posted: 18 Jul 2026

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How this salary compares

At R28 039 a month, this post pays below the median of R68 008 for posts asking for Degree (NQF 7) (6 listings that publish a figure). The middle half of that group pays between R56 935 and R103 227.

25th percentile: R56 935
Median: R68 008
75th percentile: R103 227

This post sits in the 0th percentile of that group. Figures are the advertised package converted to a monthly amount — before tax, pension and medical contributions, so take-home pay is lower.

Calculated by SetaJobs from the 6 comparable posts open on this site that publish a figure. Amounts advertised per year are divided by twelve; a quoted range is taken at its midpoint.

Opportunity Overview

The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) is a public entity established under the Skills Development Act. merSETA facilitates skills development across key sectors, including Metal and Engineering, Motor Retail, Automobile Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing, and New Tyre Manufacturing.

This opportunity is for an Administrator within the ICT unit at merSETA's Head Office. It is a fixed-term contract for 24 months. The role focuses on accurate record keeping, effective document control, and providing essential administrative support for ICT operations, projects, audits, and governance processes.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications: A 3-year Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Administration, Office Administration, Commerce, Project Management, or Business Management.
Experience: 1 year experience in an administrative support role.
Knowledge and Skills:
Technical Skill and Competence
Attention to Detail Skills
Collaboration skills
Communication Skills
Computer literacy with solid knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Database.
Advantageous: A 3-year Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Information Technology, Information Systems, Business Information Technology, Networking, or Computer Science, or more than 1 year experience in an administrative support role.

Key Responsibilities

Provide administrative and secretariat support to the ICT Division.
Prepare agendas, record minutes, and track action items.
Maintain accurate and organised electronic and physical records for the ICT Division.
Prepare travel arrangements, logistics coordination, and general administrative requirements.
Maintain registers and databases relating to ICT operations, assets, contracts, and service providers.
Process payment requisitions and payment milestones.
Maintain records of ICT contracts, service level agreements, licenses and renewals.
Assist with the compilation of audit evidence and supporting documentation for internal and external audits.
Monitor and track administrative deliverables and deadlines within the ICT Division.
Provide administrative support for ICT projects, initiatives, and departmental activities.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, follow these steps:

Obtain and complete the merSETA Job Application Form.
Prepare a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Send your completed merSETA Job Application Form and detailed Curriculum Vitae via email to recruitment@merseta.org.za.
Ensure the email subject line clearly quotes the Reference Number only: AICT/HO/23/07/26.

Application Deadline: 23 July 2026

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Open to all provinces: 15
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