Deadline: 19 July 2023
MERSETA Vacancies 2023
The merSETA is the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Education and Training Authority. This SETA was established in terms of the Skills Development Act 97 of 1998 and encompasses the metal and engineering, auto manufacturing, motor retail, tyre manufacturing, plastics industries and automotive components sub-sectors
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERT
We have an excellent opportunity for the following professional to join the Marketing and Communication unit:
Web Developer (C1)
Salary Level (Min. to Mid): 333 452-399 375 pa
FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 12 MONTHS
Head Office
Purpose–The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the merSETA’s intranet and website offers an informative and engaging experience for users, and content is appropriately tagged for our stakeholders. He/she will be responsible for designing, editing, and proofreading site content and will assist in providing technical support for web platforms.
Duties: The duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
- Create website layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices
- Integrate data from various back-end services and databases
- Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical needs
- Create and maintain software documentation
- Responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling our site
- Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities
- Cooperate with web designers to match visual design intent
Qualities, experience, knowledge and skills required:
- NQF Level 6 qualification in Web Development/Web Design, Computer Science/ related field
- 2-3 years experience in building user interfaces for websites or web applications
- Experience in working on WordPress based websites will be an advantage
- Advance knowledge and experience with online collaboration and publishing tools, CSS, HTML as well as web browser technologies, SharePoint and related applications is required
- Solid knowledge and experience in programming applications
- Proficient in JavaScript, HTML, CSS
- Understanding of managing Web Applications on cloud services such as Amazon Web Services, Huawei Cloud and or Microsoft Azure
- Proficient in My SQL
- Understanding of website information architecture standards and principles
- A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in working with WordPress-based websites
- Proven working experience in web programming
- Top-notch programming skills and in-depth knowledge of modem HTML/CSS
- Familiarity with at least one of the following programming languages: PHP, ASP.NET, Javascript or Ruby on Rails
The MERSETA is an equal opportunity employer; however, preference will be given to Affirmative Action Candidates and People with Disabilities in line with the EE Plan. Please submit a detailed CV and motivational letter to: recruitment@merseta.org.za
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not be contacted within 21 days after the closing date, please know that your application was not successful. The MERSETA reserves the right to not make an appointment.
CLOSING DATE: 19 July 2023