Primary Purpose Of The Job

To support the organization’s learning and development strategic objective through the analysis, design, development and implementation of learning initiatives. There will also be a strong emphasis to comply and support in the fulfilment of all statutory training reporting requirements.

Key Performance Areas (KPA’s)

Learning Solutions and Content:

Facilitate learning and development solutions across the 6 D’s Methodology (Define, Design, Deliver, Drive, Deploy, Document) through the most appropriate method and/or a combination of methods (in-classroom training, e-learning, on the job training and self-study)
Specify program outcomes (including expected results and application for performance improvement), conduct research, define learning experience including workplace application, draft curriculum and course design (internal/outsourced) and create learning content, calculate cost, allocate resources and develop marketing and communication plans.
Identify collaboration opportunities, IT integration points, value add and expected behaviors, performance drivers and results. Contract with business on proposed solution and define accountabilities
Design, create and adapt instructional learning material content by analysing trends and best practice
Engage with subject matter experts to identify learning aims and objectives for target audiences
Coordinate and engage with accredited and approved training service providers to ensure that quality training is executed and required development objectives are achieved.
Develop, implement and manage holistic learning and development initiatives as identified according to business needs.

Learnership Programme Management

Develop an annual learnership implementation plan
Coordinate learner recruitment, selection, and onboarding
Manage training schedules, providers, and facilitators
Monitor attendance and participation
Manage and track learner progress
Provide support interventions
Facilitate mentorship and coaching structures
Engage with stakeholders to ensure all compliance requirements are met in relation to the Skills Development Act, BBBEE skills development targets, and SETA requirements.
Maintain accurate learnership reporting

Learner Management System Management

Drive the utilisation of the learner management system by helping employees and line managers browse for training, create development plans, book and approve for training, use the online collaboration tools and run the system reports.
Execute communication campaigns based on information provided from users and monitor utilisation and employee experience
Design, create and adapt instructional learning material content by analysing trends and best practice in learning technologies and instructional design
Identify opportunities to digitise the knowledge component of existing learning programmes and suggest digital content solutions
Maintain project documentation and course folders for the course life cycle
Prepare reports to monitor and provide feedback on utilisation

Training facilitation

Planning of learning interventions and preparing of required learning materials to ensure optimal delivery
Evaluate the success of learning transfer at specified intervals through observations, surveys, summative assessments, etc.

Training coordination and administration

Prepare and control the learning environment for training delivery by ensuring the availability and working order of all resources and facilities (classroom layout, learning materials, working condition of computer and classroom equipment, etc.).
Prepare training invitations
Schedule training interventions
Implement and maintain a suitable database and filing system for easy and user-friendly access to training records
Update and maintain all training related information on the HRIS and LMS systems
Capturing of training statistics
Manage study bursary applications and monitor employee progress
Manage and maintain all training documentation requirements

Reporting

Analyse, record and measure impact based on defined outcomes and success criteria post the learning intervention.
Prepare management reports and on performance progress and return on investment.
Support in the compilation and completion of all BBBEE and other statutory skills reporting requirements.

The above duties are the main duties required to be successful in this role, however, the employee can be requested to perform other duties and responsibilities from time to time during his/her employment with the company, based on its operational requirements. The job title does not define or restrict the employment relationship and it is required within reason that the employee avail him-/herself to undertake other work at the request of the company.

Job Specific Requirements

Job Knowledge

Understanding of relevant legislation pertaining to Skills development Act and Skills Development Levies Act (essential)
Training facilitation (essential)
Project Management (essential)

Job Related Skills

Computer proficiency (essential)
Oral and written communication skills (essential)
Time management (essential)
Negotiation skills (essential)

Job Experience

3-5 years’ experience in a learning and development position(essential)
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in working with Learner Management System/s (essential)
Minimum of 3 years training design and development experience (essential)
At least 2 years prior experience in coordination and administration of Learnerships and NQF products, including SETA Interaction. (desirable)

Education

Grade 12 (essential)
National Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Development or Industrial Psychology (essential)
Training development qualification (desirable)
Accredited Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) (desirable)

Competency Requirements:Essential

Customer Focus
Results Driven
Reliability
Using Initiative
Quality Orientation

Desirable

Fact Finding
Quality Orientation
Team working

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