About the Role
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is seeking a dedicated professional for the role of Assistant Director: Training & Capacity based at its Head Office in Qonce, Eastern Cape. This position plays a vital role in enhancing the training and development programs within the department, ensuring that employees have the skills and resources they need to serve the community effectively. By coordinating training initiatives and supporting human resource development, you will help foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement in the public service sector.
In this engaging role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the community by aligning training programs with the strategic objectives of the department. Your efforts will directly contribute to the professional growth of employees, enabling them to better serve the public and elevate the standards of service delivery in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport is committed to preserving and promoting the cultural heritage of South Africa while also ensuring the development of sport at all levels. With a mission to enhance the quality of life for all citizens, the department focuses on inclusivity and accessibility in cultural activities and sports participation. Working within this department is not just a job; it is an opportunity to be part of a meaningful mission that enriches the lives of individuals and communities throughout the country.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinate and facilitate comprehensive training programs for departmental employees.
- Manage the development and review of training and development policies, frameworks, and guidelines.
- Monitor and assess departmental training needs, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
- Develop and maintain annual training schedules while liaising with training providers.
- Oversee training sessions, ensuring quality and adherence to agreed standards.
- Align human resource development training programs with the department’s strategic objectives.
- Conduct skills audits and develop reports with recommendations based on findings.
- Administer the bursary scheme policy and coordinate application processes.
- Implement and evaluate the Internship and Learnership Programmes, supervising the recruitment and placement of interns.
- Facilitate the training of mentors for the learnership program and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) in relevant fields such as Human Resource Management or Public Administration.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Skills Development and Training coordination, with at least three years at a supervisory level.
- A Skills Development Facilitator certificate and a Train the Trainer certificate are advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of the National Skills Development Strategy and relevant public service legislation.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and capable of managing multiple training and development projects.
- A valid Code 8 driving license is required.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF L6) or preferably a B Degree (NQF L7) in Human Resource Management/ Human Resource Development/ Training and Development/ Public Administration/ Public Management qualification as recognised by SAQA.A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Skills Development and Training coordination, of which three (3) years should be at a supervisory level (SL 7 / 8).
Skills Development Facilitator certificate and Train the Trainer certificate will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge and skills: Good interpretation and knowledge of the National Skills Development Strategy, Public Finance Management Act, Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, Public Service Regulations, knowledge of the compulsory training programmes in the Public Service and training on various programs, knowledge of PERSAL system, planning, coordination, organising, analytical and people management skills, sound verbal and written Communication skills, presentation skills, high sense of responsibility and accountability, interpersonal, time management skills, attention to details, experience in managing long term training programmes (Learnership, Internship, Workplace Integrated Learning), experience in developing and submitting Workplace Skills Plan and various SETA’s reports, project management skills and ability to coordinate, manage and closeup training and development projects, computer literacy in the Microsoft package i.
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Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ability to work under pressure and independently and or as part of a team.
A valid(Code 8) driving license.
Job Duties
Coordinate and facilitate training programmes for employees.Manage the development, review the training & development policies, frameworks and guidelines.
Monitor consolidation of the departmental training needs.
Verify alignment with departmental priorities and skills plans.
Develop and maintain annual training schedules.
Liaise and engage with training providers.
Oversee training sessions to ensure quality and adherence to agreed standards.
Align human resource development training programs with strategic objectives.
Maintain training records and reporting.
Facilitate and lead skills audits.
Develop a detailed skills audit plan and implementation approach aligned with departmental objectives.
Develop, standardize tools and methodologies as per Public Service-Skills Audit Methodology Framework.
Engage and consult stakeholders on various HRD matters that needs to be consulted.
Analyse and interpret skills audit results.
Develop skills audit reports and recommendations.
Monitor the implementation of recommendations.
Administer the implementation of the bursary scheme policy.
Draft bursary advert and submit it to Superior for further processing.
Coordinate bursary application processes and submit it to bursary committee for selection.
Communicate outcomes with recipients and educational 121 institutions.
Monitor bursary contracts.
Coordinate payment and financial administration.
Monitor academic performance and compliance.
Maintain records and compile reports.
Implement, monitor and evaluate the Internship and Learnership Programme.
Coordinate the screening, recruitment and placement of interns.
Supervise the administration of internship contracts.
Facilitate the training of mentors for the learnership programme support.
Monitor alignment of Learnerships Programmes to SETA, Quality Council for Trades & Occupations and departmental requirements.
Monitor, evaluate and report on the progress of the Learnership programmes including coordination of learner-facilitator and learner- mentor contact sessions.
Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding the administration and successful delivery of Learnership Programmes.
Management of administration support.
Facilitate HRM audit process and ensure timeous submission of information requested by auditors.
Give input on the development of policies and operational plans.
Compile monthly and quarterly reports.
Manage financial and human resources.
Maintain staff discipline.
