Assistant Director: Training & Development

Requirements

NQF level 6 qualification in Human Resource Management / Public Administration / Public Management as recognized by SAQA. Three (3) years’ functional experience at Supervisory level / Senior / Training Officer / Senior / Training Practitioner in Human Resource Development. Valid vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities). Knowledge & Skills: Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, application of human resources as well as understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service such as: Employment Equity Act, Skills Development Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, Administrative Justice Act, Promotion of Access of Information Act, Public Service Regulations, and various Bargaining Council Resolutions. Negotiation skills. People management. Financial solving. Planning & organizing. Time management. Strategic planning. Policy analysis and development. Good communication skills. Group dynamics. Diversity management. Facilitation skills. Co-ordination skills. Leadership skills. Change and knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate workshop learning programs. Ensure that Performance Plan, Key Performance Areas of staff to be incorporated in WSP. Ensure that training provided to be in line with the WSP. Determine training needs, opportunities and requests from staff and management and make recommendations. Coordinate development of programs in the department. Compile an Annual Training Report according to the SETA required standards. Facilitate administration of bursaries. Identify bursary needs in consultation with line managers. Coordinate awarding of full-time and part-time bursaries. Oversee payment of study fees to academic institutions. Develop and ensure implementation of bursary strategy. Monitor bursary contractual obligations. Monitor progress and compliance. Implement leadership strategy. Monitor the HR strategy in relation to the HR planning process. Provide leadership courses, workshops, and educational programs to build specific skills. Regular monitoring and assessing the impact of training and development initiatives within the department with the support of the line manager/reports. Coordinate workshop skills. A summary of all training and development initiatives as well as institutions required for the development of competencies are detailed. Revise training and development requirements are linked to change in service delivery. Use the current Skill Audit Information as part of the gap identification process. Supervise employees and undertake administrative functions in the unit. General supervision of employees. Allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees. Advice and lead supervisees regarding all aspects of the work. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees. Ensure supervisees receive the relevant training to perform their duties effectively and efficiently. 208

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