MANAGER SKILLS PLANNING AND RESEARCH (TEMPORARY – 4 MONTHS)
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Job Summary
An organisation within the public service education and training sector is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Manager: Skills Planning and Research on a temporary basis for a period of four (4) months.
Purpose of the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting the integration and coordination of needs-based training within the public service sector. This includes the development and management of the Sector Skills Plan (SSP) oversight of Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and leading research initiatives to support skills development priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop review and update the Sector Skills Plan (SSP) in line with sector priorities.
- Lead and manage the development and implementation of the research agenda including innovative methodologies and approaches.
- Oversee qualitative and quantitative research processes including study design and tool development.
- Manage the evaluation and analysis of Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Annual Training Reports (ATRs).
- Produce analytical reports to inform skills development strategies and interventions.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with universities TVET colleges SETAs and other stakeholders.
- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to monitor implementation of SSPs and WSPs.
- Lead and manage the Skills Planning and Research function including staff supervision.
- Develop departmental plans policies and budgets.
- Monitor financial resources risks and compliance with legislative and regulatory frameworks.
- Drive the implementation of skills planning initiatives within the organisation.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Education Social Sciences Management or Business Administration.
- A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in a related field will be advantageous.
- At least five (5) years experience in a skills development planning and research environment at supervisory or management level.
- Strong understanding of skills planning frameworks and relevant legislation.
- Sound knowledge of research methodologies and approaches.
Key Competencies
- Leadership and change management capability
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Excellent time management and prioritisation ability
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive attitude with strong initiative
Additional Information
This is a fixed-term contract position for four (4) months and is ideally suited to a candidate who can make an immediate impact within a fast-paced policy-driven environment.
Required Skills:
Minimum Requirements Bachelors degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resources Education Social Sciences Management or Business Administration. A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in a related field will be advantageous. At least five (5) years experience in a skills development planning and research environment at supervisory or management level. Strong understanding of skills planning frameworks and relevant legislation. Sound knowledge of research methodologies and approaches. Key Competencies Leadership and change management capability Strong organisational and planning skills Excellent time management and prioritisation ability Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Effective negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proactive attitude with strong initiative Additional Information This is a fixed-term contract position for four (4) months and is ideally suited to a candidate who can make an immediate impact within a fast-paced policy-driven environment.
