Head of Learning and Development - Umhlanga at Ignition Group

Description

Training needs and plans

• Conduct skills audit and develop and monitor the implementation plan.
• Consult with various stakeholders in the collation and submission of the workplace skills plan.
• Provide support in the identification of staff training and development needs for the assigned client base.
• Introduce skills development programs such as learnerships, bursaries, etc.

Quality assurance

• Develop and implement a comprehensive quality assurance framework to ensure that training programs align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of training delivery.
• Identify and implement areas for improvement in training programs based on analysis of training feedback trends, industry trends and regulatory changes.

Reporting and compliance

• Develop and maintain a robust data management system and/or manage LMS to track and analyse key metrics related to training and funding outcomes.
• Compile and submit required regulatory and funding reports.
• Generate regular reports for executive leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.
• Assist with the compilation and provision of data for BEE reporting.
• Manage, implement and maintain all reporting tools (LMS etc.) to improve reporting efficiency and accuracy.

Stakeholder engagement

• Implement scheduled and formal engagement with stakeholders such as BPESA, CapeBPO, DTiC, UIF and others.

Funding and mandatory grants

• Manage and report on skills levy and grants received process.
• Optimise opportunities to receive maximum grants allowable from relevant SETA/QCTO.
• Meet and exceed annual funding targets set by the organisation and secure a defined number of new funding opportunities annually.

Requirements

Knowledge, skills and attributes:

• Proficiency in HRIS software and learning management systems, e.g., SAGE,
• Comprehensive understanding of legislation impacting skills development, i.e., Skills Development Act, National Skills Fund, BBBEE scorecard, Employment Equity Act, etc
• Ability to conduct research and analyse data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Confident disposition, proactive and self-driven
• Strong understanding of all funding mechanisms, e.g., local, government, SETA, etc
• Solid attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders internal and external to the organisation
• Must have good understanding of grant application requirements and processes

Education and training:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Development, Business Administration or related field (Preferred)
• Registration as a skills development facilitator

Experience:

• At least 7 years’ previous experience in a learning and development role, specifically focused on skills development facilitation
• Proven experience in grant submissions
• Demonstrated experience drafting, compiling and submitting of regulatory reports
• Proven experience in quality assurance and funding management within the education or training sector