W&RSETA SUMMATIVE RESEARCH PUBLICATION
The W&RSETA has released a summative research publication with a comprehensive analysis of the findings and recommendations from studies conducted in the past five years. There are 35 research reports aligned to seven themes from the SETA’s Research Agenda.
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For more information, contact Mxolisi Maphakela on mmaphakela@wrseta.org.za
ORGANISING FRAMEWORK FOR OCCUPATIONS (OFO) SUBMISSION FOR NEW OCCUPATIONS AND AMENDMENTS
Stakeholders are invited to make submissions on new occupations for the OFO review. The purpose of the OFO is to enable a coordinated sector-wide response to labour market trends based on a common language or classification of occupations.
Kindly contact Tshepiso Mnisi at tmnisi@wrseta.org.za / 012 622 9563 for related enquiries
Submissions must be submitted on or before 31 October 2021
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WHOLESALE AND RETAIL SETA LEADERSHIP CHAIR’S PODCAST
The Wholesale and Retail SETA Leadership Chair at University of Johannesburg has introduced podcasts to facilitate conversations with wholesalers, retailers as well as local and international industry experts to promote excellence in the retail sector.
The first three episodes of the podcasts on digital marketing in retail, career in retail and retail can be a rewarding career choice are now available.
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NOTICE OF THE W&RSETA 2021 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM)
Constituent stakeholders of the W&RSETA (wholesale and retail companies, organised business, organised labour and community-based organisations) and other key stakeholders including training providers, institutions of learning and the general public are notified of the 2021 AGM that will be convened on 11 November in Gqeberha and virtually.
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WHOLESAY SEPTEMBER 2021
The September issue of WholeSay is now available with updates on skills development matters for the month. Highlights the 2021/22 ITAMED training, W&RSETA CEO’s stakeholder engagements and the 2021/22 Research Agenda. Don't miss the success stories from the W&RSETA collaborative project with PetroConnect.
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2021/22 MANDATORY GRANT PAYMENTS
Stakeholders are informed of the amended disbursement dates for the 2021/22 financial as a result of migration of the W&RSETA’s Indicium to the Management Information System (MIS).
The new dates are as follows:
| PERIOD | PAYMENT DATE |
| Quarter 1 | 30 September 2021 |
| Quarter 2 | 29 October 2021 |
| Quarter 3 | 31 January 2022 |
| Quarter 4 | 31 March 2022 |
We regret the inconvenience that may be caused as a result of the migration.
OFFICE RELOCATION – LIMPOPO
Stakeholders are informed that the W&RSETA Limpopo provincial office has relocated to 60 Schoeman St, Polokwane Central, Polokwane from 1 September 2021.
All other details remain the same.
W&RSETA WHOLESALE AND RETAIL LEADERSHIP CHAIR BURSARIES
The W&RSETA’s Retail Leadership Chair at University of Johannesburg is inviting candidates to apply for Masters and PhD bursaries in the fields of retail and marketing.
Application deadline for current students is 31 October 2021 and 31 October 2022 for new enrollments.
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