Call for Business Applications

Ehlanzeni District Municipality

12-MONTH BUSINESS INCUBATION PROGRAMME
MAXIMUM 10 BUSINESSES

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

• Existing furniture manufacturing and woodworking businesses.
• Entrepreneurs with viable furniture, woodworking or related business opportunities.
• Businesses committed to the full 12-month incubation programme.
• Entrepreneurs serious about building sustainable and growing enterprises.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
• Attend the Information Session on 31 August 2026.
• Complete the entrepreneurial assessment.
• Complete the incubation application form issued to attendees.
• Certified ID copy/ies of applicant(s)/owner(s).
• Letter of motivation and proof of address.
• Current CV and business profile.
• Business registration and other supporting documents requested on the application form.

Wood and Furniture Manufacturing Skills Development Opportunity

Victor Khanye Local Municipality

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and committed applicants for the Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 furniture-making skills development programme. The programme is focused on developing practical and occupational skills for the furniture manufacturing sector.

REQUIREMENTS
• South African citizen;
• Minimum Grade 10 pass with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy;
• Willingness to work and develop a career/business in the woodworking and furniture industry;
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, participate and be developed, and physically fit individuals;
• Submit a recently certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months);
• Submit a CV;
• Submit copies of all relevant qualifications, including schoolleaving certificate; and
• Proof of address.

WHAT THE PROGRAMME OFFERS
• Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 skills development programme over 14 weeks on a full-time basis.
• A Two-Day Bootcamp/selection process for shortlisted applicants before final selection.
• Practical and structured training towards Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2,
• Seventy (70%) practicals and thirty (30%) theory

Wood and Furniture Manufacturing Skills Development Opportunity

Dr JS Moroka Local Municipality

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and committed applicants for the Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 furniture making skills development programme. The programme is focused on developing practical and occupational skills for the furniture manufacturing sector.

REQUIREMENTS
• South African citizen;
• Minimum Grade 10 pass with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy;
• Willingness to work and develop a career/business in the woodworking and furniture industry;
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, participate and be developed, and physically fit individuals;
• Submit a recently certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months);
• Submit a CV;
• Submit copies of all relevant qualifications, including school leaving certificate; and
• Proof of address.

WHAT THE PROGRAMME OFFERS
• Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 skills development programme over 14 weeks on a full-time basis.
• A Two-Day Bootcamp/selection process for shortlisted applicants before final selection.
• Practical and structured training towards Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2.
• Seventy (70%) practicals and thirty (30%) theory.

Wood and Furniture Manufacturing Skills Development Opportunity

Ehlanzeni District Municipality

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and committed applicants for the Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 furniture-making skills development programme. The programme is focused on developing practical and occupational skills for the furniture manufacturing sector.

REQUIREMENTS
• South African citizen, residing in Ehlanzeni District Municipality;
• Minimum Grade 10 pass with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy;
• Willingness to work and develop a career/business in the woodworking and furniture industry;
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, participate and be developed, and physically fit individuals;
• Submit a recently certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months);
• Submit a CV;
• Submit copies of all relevant qualifications, including schoolleaving certificate; and
• Proof of address.

WHAT THE PROGRAMME OFFERS
• Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 skills development programme over 14 weeks on a full-time basis.
• A Two-Day Bootcamp/selection process for shortlisted applicants before final selection.
• Practical and structured training towards Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2,
• Seventy (70%) practicals and thirty (30%) theory

Wood and Furniture Manufacturing Skills Development Opportunity

Chief Albert Luthuli Local Municipality

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and committed applicants for the Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 furniture-making skills development programme. The programme is focused on developing practical and occupational skills for the furniture manufacturing sector.

REQUIREMENTS
• South African citizen, residing in Ehlanzeni District Municipality;
• Minimum Grade 10 pass with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy;
• Willingness to work and develop a career/business in the woodworking and furniture industry;
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn, participate and be developed, and physically fit individuals;
• Submit a recently certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months);
• Submit a CV;
• Submit copies of all relevant qualifications, including schoolleaving certificate; and
• Proof of address.

WHAT THE PROGRAMME OFFERS
• Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2 skills development programme over 14 weeks on a full-time basis.
• A Two-Day Bootcamp/selection process for shortlisted applicants before final selection.
• Practical and structured training towards Wood Machining & Cabinet Making NQF Level 2,
• Seventy (70%) practicals and thirty (30%) theory

JOIN OUR TEAM

Key Responsibilities:
• Managing reception area, visitors and switchboard
• Compiling and Managing learner/incubatee records
• Centre invoicing and purchasing
• Coordination and scheduling of Meetings
• Management of the Centre domestic assistant
• General office administration

Requirements:
• Matric (Pass in Maths/Maths Literacy)
• Admin qualification advantageous
• 2+ years admin experience
• MS Office proficiency
• Excellent communication
• Valid driver’s licence

How to Apply:

Submit a comprehensive CV, motivation letter, certified copy of ID and certified qualifications (not older than 3 months) to:
Khodani Radzilani | khodanir@furntech.org.za
Subject: Application – Centre Administrator