MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To coordinate skills planning in the Energy and Water sectors to assist with the development of the Sector Skills Plan (SSP) that in turn informs labour market intelligence, determine funding priorities, support employer and national skills planning, identify sectoral priority occupations and enable evidence-based decision-making. To support the Planning and M&E Manager to produce the EWSETA’s strategic plans through the coordination of development of the SSP, SP, and APP that will lead the achievement of the SETA’s mandate. This is done by:

• Compiling the Sector Skills Plan (SSP) for all EWSETA stakeholders to ensure optimisation and compliance in accordance with SAQA and DHET requirements.
• Actioning employer Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR) processes to ensure the attainment of the SAQA /NSDS and DHET requirements.
• Coordinating the development of the EWSETA Strategic Plan (SP)
• Coordinating the development of the Annual Performance Plan (APP)
• Coordinating the development of the Annual Operational Plan (AOP)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• B Degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7) in relevant field, e.g., business management/public administration/education management
• Five years of experience in Skills Development and Planning
• Honours Degree or equivalent (NQF Level 8) in relevant field (Advantageous/Ideal)
• Experience in Strategic Planning and Monitoring
• Experience in data management
• 3 years of experience in a SETA environment or in the Water / Energy Sectors
• Knowledge::
  • Strategic planning principles and tools
  • Strategic Workforce planning
  • Labour market dynamics
  • EWSETA mandate, purpose, vision, mission, values
  • EWSETA operations and processes

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• WSP / ATR Administration
• Sector Skills Plan Formulation
• SSP administration
• Strategy Development
• Team Coordination and Self-Management

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single PDF file to:recruit@prebless.com

• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

N.B: By responding to this advert, you consent to Prebless Group/Recruiters processing your personal information for recruitment purposes and confirm that any personal information has been submitted voluntarily.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVE NOT HEARD FROM US IN 4 WEEKS, CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL

ROLE OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer this role would be required to enable Local Government Excellence across a Province through long-term, municipal effectiveness and efficiency in order to bring about a high level of quality of life for citizens and communities in a Province. This purpose must be achieved through the ability to identify the uniqueness of the province and craft strategies through differentiation whilst remaining true to the mission and vision of company. The critical essence of the position is displaying agility and inclusiveness in leadership through translation and successfully implementing Company’s National Local Government Excellence Strategy and Goals into a Province.

The Provincial Director of Operations must be able to demonstrate sound understanding required of the Policy, Legislative and Regulatory frameworks as well as new developments impacting on the LG Sector, that will enable Company to play a protective and disruptive role in this environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum relevant Master’s Degree (NQF9) in Public Administration, Local Government, Economic Development, etc.
• MBA will be advantageous
• A valid code 08 drivers’ license and own vehicle;
• At least 10 years’ relevant experience operating at a senior management level within a medium to large sized organisation including previous experience in the LG Sector
• 10 years in Leadership role/managing teams
• Sound track record in managing complex stakeholder relationships and a well-developed lobbying and advocacy skillset;
• Previous management experience in a multidisciplinary environment; and
• Proven experience in developing and implementing strategy.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Closing Date:      2026/06/02

Location:            (Western Cape (Cape Town)

Nature of work:  (5 Year Fixed-Term Contract)

Remuneration package:  A competitive salary package with benefits.

To apply, please e-mail the below documents in a single PDF file to: recruit@prebless.com

• Cover letter, and
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

N.B: By responding to this advert, you consent to Prebless Group/Recruiters processing your personal information for recruitment purposes and confirm that any personal information has been submitted voluntarily.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVE NOT HEARD FROM US IN 4 WEEKS, CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL