merSETA Administrator: Grants Implementation

merSETA Administrator: Grants Implementation

The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority
(merSETA,) is a Schedule 3A public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act
(Act No. 97 of 1998) Registration Number 17/merSETA, /01/04/20 to facilitate skills
development for the Metal and Engineering, Motor Retail and Components Manufacturing,
Automobile Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing and New Tyre Manufacturing Sectors
Automotive Components Manufacturing Chamber.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERT
We have excellent opportunities for the following professionals to join the Grant Management Unit.
Administrator: Grants Implementation X5 (B5)
Reference Number: AGI/HO/04/03/25
Salary Level: R25 963 per month
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 6 MONTHS
HEAD OFFICE
Purpose: The purpose of this position is to provide efficient and effective administration support in the
Grants Management Unit.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate should be able to fulfill and perform the following key responsibilities:

• Liaise with internal stakeholders on payments, processes and procedures regarding the grants
  disbursement process to ensure the relevant region is always informed
• Update DG/Project Contract Information and Project Performance on Commitment Register on the
  Systems
• Communicate timely updates regarding project timelines to regional offices for them to align project
  service delivery
• Prepare RFI documents for internal and external audits ensuring correct and comprehensive
  submission
• Upload project documents such as MoA’s and payment evidence on TPIMS and SharePoint
• Collate financial documents for review and approvals
• Prepare memos and MoA Addendums for change requests and submit for review to direct report
• Timely and efficiently prepare payment requisition packs for discretionary grants claims ensuring
  alignment with policies and procedures
• Verify figures in the payment requisition packs and ensure that evidence is in line with internal
  grant management processes
• Submit payment requisition packs to direct report for review and approval
• Capture discretionary grants claims on the tracking register ensuring that the register is always up
  to date
  Qualifications, Experience
• 3-year National Diploma or equivalent NQF 6 in Business Administration/Finance /Accounting or
  related field.
• 1 year’ experience in Administration in Grants Management/Finance
  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
  Offer
  The merSETA, offers a competitive salary package and an opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse
  team. If you meet the requirements and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your
  application for consideration
  CLOSING DATE: 04 March 2025
  The merSETA is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to suitably qualified Affirmative
  Action Candidates and People Living with Disabilities in line with the Employment Equity Plan. To apply for
  this opportunity, submit a fully completed and signed job application form, a detailed curriculum vitae with
  three references, clearly quoting the Job Title and Reference Number as a subject in the email
  recruitment@merseta.org.za
  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 2 months after the closing
  date, please know that your application was not successful. The merSETA reserves the right not to make an
  appointment.
  Applicants are urged to follow all instructions as outlined in the advert when submitting their
  applications.