Provincial Manager: Eastern Cape [Ref. 1930/02] at ETDP SETA

Job Purpose: 

• To manage the ETDP SETA Provincial Office by overseeing the successful implementation of all projects and skills development initiatives in the province and coordinate and monitor the programmes and projects under the auspices of the ETDP SETA. 
• The successful candidate will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be based at the ETDP SETA Eastern Cape provincial office, located in East London.
• The successful incumbent must meet the following minimum requirements:

Minimum Requirements

•  Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Education, Training and Development, Public Administration, Public Management or Business Management or a relevant ETD qualification.
•  A relevant Postgraduate Degree (NQF level 8) will be an added advantage.
•  A professional qualification in Project Management will be advantageous.
•  A minimum of five (5) years working experience in the ETD sector, of which three (3) years must be in a management-level position in the ETD Sector or a similar environment.
•  Sound experience in Project Management planning with the ability to prepare, manage and monitor budgets, monitor projects implemented and progress thereof, and must have excellent stakeholder relations.
•  Operational experience in a training, education and development environment will also be an added advantage.
•  Sound knowledge of basic financial management which includes a good understanding and experience in budget and expenditure management with the ability to accurately account.
•  The incumbent must have a good understanding and knowledge of skills development legislation, including the Skills Development Act (SDA), Skills Development Levies Act (SDLA), National Qualifications Framework (NQF), South African Qualifications Authority Act (SAQA Act), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), etc.
•  Thorough understanding of skills development processes, including quality assurance, learnerships and skills programmes.
•  Ability to work with and analyse data, good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. 
•  Innovative, attentive to detail and accurate at all times.
•  The individual must have excellent problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills and be able to facilitate on all levels.
•  Adhere to timeframes and meet strict deadlines.
•  Ability to plan and organise work, take initiative, work independently and within a team, and lead accordingly.
•  Initiative and strong organizational skills.
•  Strong time management and negotiation skills.
•  Well-developed interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an ability to provide effective feedback.
•  Advanced computer skills (MS Office packages) with the ability to work with and analyse data.
•  A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel are essential
•  Be prepared to work outside of official hours.

Personal Attributes

•  Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently.
•  Excellent facilitation, presentation, and report-writing skills.
•  Good Interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
•  Ability to communicate processes effectively and adhere to timeframes and specific deadlines.
•  Able to provide effective feedback and successful execution of on-time skills transfer
•  Innovative, attentive to detail and accurate at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Manage all programmes and projects in line with the ETDP SETA policies, procedures, plans and strategies.
•  Responsible for the development and compilation of the operational plan, weekly plan and quarterly plans of the province.
•  Coordinate and conduct provincial advocacy and outreach programmes.
•  Ensure all objectives and targets are met within the prescribed period or financial year including the equity requirements.
•  Responsible and accountable for quality assurance of all provincial programmes and activities, including providers, facilitators, assessors, and moderators.
•  Regularly maintain and update a database of all ETDP accredited providers in the province.
•  Recruit and conduct inductions for ETDP SETA learners/beneficiaries and training/service providers and inform them of the ETDP SETA requirements.
•  Assist learners in accessing accredited providers in the province to assist learners outside the ETD sector, where these skills have been identified as critical or scarce. 
•  Assist rural providers that require assistance for the implantation of SETA programmes in rural areas
•  Support WSP and ATR mobilisation well in advance of the submission dates to ensure maximum participation.
•  Maintain sound relations and keep all stakeholders including constituencies abreast of the SETA programmes, activities and events.
•  Facilitate, maintain, and support partnerships with HEIs, FETs, and other relevant partners in the province to promote skills development initiatives and strategic sectoral training interventions effectively.
•  Ensure delivery of quality products and services in accordance with Service Level Agreement and stakeholder expectations.
•  Manage staff and all other resources, including effective office administration, and ensure that health safety and occupational requirements are in place.
•  Manage performance information in the information system ETDP SETA is using.
•  Set performance objectives for the Provincial team by cascading of corporate initiatives into individual performance contracts.
•  Manage ETDP SETA assets in accordance with the Finance Policies of the ETDP SETA and prepare progress reports.
•  Manage the provincial budget including managing all travel claims arrangements and procurements of goods and services in accordance with the Supply Chain Management policy.
•  Be the face and image of the organisation in the province and implement ETDP SETA policies and procedures at the provincial office.
•  Prepare progress reports and reports on achieving the learning programme objectives.
•  Represent the ETDP SETA in meetings, forums, etc., at the provincial level as and when delegated or required.
•  Perform additional responsibilities as delegated by the CEO when required.

Note: The position will be based in East London, Eastern Cape and extensive travelling will be required. The successful candidate will enter into a performance contract with the ETDP SETA.