THE MQA STAFF MEMBERS LET THEIR HAIR DOWN AFTER A YEAR OF HARD WORK

Employee engagement is fundamental in understanding and describing the relationship between an organisation and its employees. In December 2022, the MQA invited its employees to a staff engagement, where employees could connect in an informal setting to nurture stronger working relationships. Employees were allowed to share their experiences of 2022 before they embarked on the December festivities. This event took place on 14 December 2022 at the Thaba Eco Hotel in Johannesburg.

The programme director was Ms Zodwa Mashinini, Senior Manager, Learning Programmes Strategic Projects. She commenced by emphasising that the event would be informal, with the organisation ending the year by reflecting on the year that was. Additionally, as an effort to recognise staff, the MQA issued two award categories where the HR Unit recognised employees for long service and exemplary displaying MQA values.

Long Service

This award was issued to recognise the employee`s loyalty and commitment, including the quality of service rendered. The long service included categories ranging from five, ten and fifteen years. During 2022, two (2) employees were recognised for 20 years of service and were each issued with a trophy and framed certificate. The Chief Risk Officer, Mr Bethuel Nemagovhani, presented the long services awards.

Staff Living MQA Values

The MQA is committed to conducting its business ethically and fairly. It is committed to promoting a corporate culture that is non-sectarian and apolitical and which is socially and environmentally responsible. This is achieved by living the core values of the MQA, which are: Integrity, Accountability, Service Excellence, Continuous learning, Stakeholder orientation, Respect and Value for money. Several employees were recognised for living MQA values and were issued with a MQA corporate gift.