Administration Internship at CATHSSETA – Apply Now!

Are you passionate about building a career in administration, compliance, and stakeholder engagement? CATHSSETA invites motivated and detail-oriented graduates to apply for Intern: Administration and Management roles based at our head office in Midrand.

This full-time internship offers practical exposure to national education and training systems, administrative operations, and stakeholder coordination. It’s a chance to gain skills in real-world compliance, project support, and operational performance reporting while contributing to South Africa’s development goals.

📝 Key Responsibilities

🔍 Documentation and Data Validation

• Receive, print, validate, and capture learner documents aligned with the DHET Validation Framework.

• Scan verified agreements and supporting documentation for SETMIS compliance.

• Communicate anomalies in evidence validation to internal Specialists and external stakeholders.

🗃️ Filing & Record Management

• Organize and maintain electronic and physical records of learner files and signed contracts.

• Label, store, and retrieve learner performance files efficiently as per the Learning Programmes procedure.

• Support document requests for audits and external reviews (e.g., DHET/AG/IA).

💼 Administrative & Office Support

• Coordinate meeting schedules, compile and edit minutes, and process travel requests and claims.

• Prepare administrative documentation for Specialist sign-off and route it for approval.

• Ensure proper filing of all administrative documents, including submissions and requisitions.

📈 Reporting & Quality Improvement

• Assist in compiling operational data for performance reports.

• Validate allocation letters and contracts in line with DG reports before submission.

• Email finance to confirm contract submissions.

• Collaborate with Specialists on developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and driving process improvements.

🤝 Stakeholder Liaison

• Attend internal and external meetings to support relationships with colleges, employers, universities, government bodies, and internal departments.

• Respond promptly to audit queries and maintain professional correspondence related to CATHSSETA policies.

✅ What You’ll Gain

• Valuable administrative and data management skills.

• Real-world experience working with stakeholders across the public and private sectors.

• Insight into national compliance frameworks and reporting standards.

• A strong foundation for future roles in public administration, training coordination, or programme management.

💡 Note: This internship does not guarantee permanent employment upon completion.

💼 Ideal Candidate Profile

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who:

• Are detail-oriented and organized.

• Communicate clearly and professionally.

• Work well in a team and under pressure.

• Are passionate about public service and compliance.

• Have a qualification in Administration, Management, Public Office, or a related field (preferred).

🌍 Employment Equity

CATHSSETA is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. Preference will be given to candidates living with disabilities, and such individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

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💡 TIPS for a Strong CV for This Internship

1. Showcase Relevant Education: Include any coursework in Administration, Management, Public Office, or Business Support.

2. Demonstrate Attention to Detail: Highlight any projects or roles where you managed documentation or quality-checked data.

3. Mention Stakeholder Engagement: If you’ve worked with clients, teams, or participated in events, include these to show communication strength.

4. Use Keywords: Include phrases like “administrative support,” “data capture,” “filing,” and “meeting coordination” to match job algorithms.

5. Professional Presentation: Use clear formatting, bullet points, and consistent fonts for easy reading.

🌐 Company Website:
https://www.cathsseta.org.za