Manager – L& Amp; D/SDF (Western Cape) at Western Cape Blood Service

Role Purpose

• To align training strategies with organisational goals, ensuring compliance with HPCSA, SANAS, and HWSETA requirements while driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workforce capability and organisational performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a flexible training strategy aligned to organisational objectives.
• Oversee SANAS and HPCSA audits to maintain accreditation.
• Design, implement, and review training programmes for technical and non-technical staff.
• Facilitate and assess theoretical and practical learning for learners, interns, and registrars.
• Liaise with educational institutions for learner registration, assessments, and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to Quality Management System (QMS) standards.
• Implement and monitor Continuous Improvement (CI) modules and training.
• Oversee performance management and professional development initiatives.
• Conduct proficiency testing within the Technical Division.
• Deputizes for the Head: Learning & Development

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma B-Tech in Biomedical Technology, OR Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) degree (Immunohaematology)
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in Immunohaematology.
• Registered with the HPCSA
• A Code 8 driver’s licence without endorsements.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and drive a learning culture.
• Facilitation and presentation skills and/or previous experience in a training environment would be an advantage.

Embark on an opportunity to:

• Shape the future of learning and development in a critical healthcare service.
• Work in a collaborative environment committed to excellence and innovation.
• Contribute to national skills development and continuous improvement initiatives.