Deputy Director:Training & Development at The Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA)

Qualification/s Requirements

• A relevant 3-year National Diploma/ Degree in Human Resources Management, Human Resources Development or equivalent qualification (at least 360 credits). Minimum six (6) years’ appropriate experience in HR /Training with 3 years in management or middle management experience. Computer literacy that would include a high level of proficiency in Microsoft products and Persal system. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).

Key Performance Areas

The incumbent will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks which include but are not limited to the following:

•  Alignment of education, training and development with skills requirements. Oversee the development of training manual. Ensure compliance with prescribed ETD standards. Ensure alignment with performance management related processes and other related programmes. Co-ordinate ETD research at organizational, sectorial and national levels. Interact with guardian committees to assist in the design and development of integrated learning programmes. Ensure compliance with national training standards of accredited providers. Ensure accreditation of learning programmes and related service providers. Ensure the effective delivery of learning programmes. Engage in the management of the research and development of learning programmes and delivery mechanisms. Ensure effective implementation of the training and development related directives, resolutions and other prescripts. Design, implement and maintain quality assurance systems to evaluate ETD quality and its impact on organizational performance. Develop, implement and maintain service Level Agreements with line managers and employees. Ensure the certification of successful learners. Facilitate and align training opportunities and individual requirements with bursary opportunities. Ensure that training and development practices and outcomes support their intended objectives. Support the promotion of a culture of life-long learning. Ensure implementation of outreach programme to market programmes and the training opportunities of the department. Manage training budget. 
• Facilitation of Induction and Re-orientation programme for the GPAA. Oversee the effective management of the induction process. Advice the Department on the best practices regarding Induction/ Orientation. Facilitate induction/ Orientation programmes in line with the Department’s Directives. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the induction and Re-orientation programme. 
• Manage, implement and assess the impact of Internships and Learnership programmes. Oversee the compilation of progress reports on Interns and Learners. Ensure alignment of the Workplace Skills Plan with programmes of Internships, Vocational, Technical and Academic Learning (PIVOTAL) interventions. Ensure that all obligations are adhered to and make efforts to ensure implementation meets the target. Manage the development and implementation of training strategy. Oversee the maintenance of a secure and comprehensive database system relating to education, training and development in the Department. Support the development and implementation of comprehensive communication and awareness programmes in support of skills development. Evaluate impact of processes and submit related reports as prescribed. Submit consolidated Workplace Skills Plan (WSPs) for the Department. Submit quarterly and annual training reports (ATRs) against the implemented Workplace Skills Plan. Oversee implementation of management development, ABET, artisan training, internships, bursaries and work integrated learning or experiential learning.
•  Manage all resources of the Unit. Set, agree and monitor performance of direct reports, check that it is aligned with planned targets. Allocate work according to the individual workload, expertise and developmental needs of the individual. Identify development and succession planning requirements. Ensure employment equity compliance