In South Africa's competitive job market, having a well-documented skills portfolio aligned to the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) can significantly improve your chances of securing employment, learnerships, or promotions. This toolkit is designed to help job seekers and working professionals understand how to identify, document, and present their skills in a way that resonates with SA employers and SETA requirements. The resource covers how to map your existing experience and qualifications to NQF levels, how to write a compelling skills portfolio that complements your CV, and how to prepare for competency-based interviews commonly used by government departments, corporates, and BBBEE-compliant employers. It also includes guidance on how to approach Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applications if you have work experience but lack formal qualifications. Whether you are a school leaver, a career changer, or a professional looking to formalise your skills for advancement, this toolkit can assist you in presenting yourself confidently and competitively in the South African job market.