Closing Date: 23 September 2025
Location: Anywhere, South Africa
Company: Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)
Duration: 24 months (Two-Year Programme)
Monthly Stipend: R9,306.18
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is a Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) operating under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). The MQA is mandated by the Skills Development Act (SDA) 97 of 1998 to drive skills development within the mining and minerals sector (MMS). Its scope covers sub-sectors such as Coal, Gold, Platinum Group Metals (PGM), Diamonds, Cement, Lime, Aggregates, Sand, Diamond Processing, and Jewellery Manufacturing.
The MQA invites qualifying individuals to apply for an internship opportunity within its Stakeholder Relations Unit. This internship is only available to unemployed South African citizens who have never participated in an internship programme before.
Internship Details
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Unit: Stakeholder Relations
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Reporting to: Manager: Communication
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Focus Areas:
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Implementation of MQA’s Communication Strategy and Operational Plan
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Events planning, coordination, and reporting (forums, conferences, workshops, staff events)
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Brand management of the MQA’s corporate identity
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Publications (brochures, newsletters, annual report, internal communiques)
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Media relations activities
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Social media content creation
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Intranet and website content management
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Career exhibitions and related events
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Management and updating of stakeholder database
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Customer service via the CRM system
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Frontline management (reception support)
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General administrative tasks
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Minimum Requirements
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Grade 12 / Matric
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National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Communications or related field
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Added Advantage: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Communications or related field
Competencies Required
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Effective communication and interpersonal skills (written, oral, nonverbal)
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Excellent work ethic
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Goal-oriented and proactive attitude
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Presentation skills
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Professionalism and commitment
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following:
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Completed Vacancy Application Form (downloadable from MQA site)
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Comprehensive CV
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Certified copies of qualifications
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Certified copy of valid SA ID
Submit Applications To: internsrecruitment@mqa.org.za
Important Information
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Late applications will not be considered.
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The MQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Appointments will align with the MQA’s Employment Equity Plan.
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Preference will be given to persons with disabilities, as well as White, Coloured, and Indian applicants.
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Recommended candidates will undergo police clearance and qualification verification.
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If you do not hear from the MQA within 4 weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
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The MQA reserves the right not to make an appointment.