Skills Development Facilitator

Job description

1.

• Prepare and submit Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Annual Training Reports (ATRs) to the relevant SETA.
  

• Apply for Mandatory Grants (20% of skills levy) and Discretionary Grants for learnerships, internships, bursaries, and skills programmes.
  

• Track submission deadlines and reporting requirements.
  

2.

• Conduct a skills gap analysis across the organization.
  

• Align training needs with Occupational Qualifications Framework (OQF) and National Skills Development Strategy (NSDS).
  

• Compile a Training Matrix linked to job roles and skills gaps.
  

3.  

• Coordinate internal and external training interventions (learnerships, short courses, workshops).
  

• Recommend accredited training providers.
  

• Ensure learners receive proper certification and that records are updated.
  

4.

• Act as the main point of contact between the company and the SETA/QCTO.
  

• Stay updated on changes to SETA policies, funding windows, and qualification frameworks.
  

• Participate in SETA forums, workshops, and industry engagement sessions.
  

5.

• Maintain documentation of:
  

• Training records
  

• Attendance registers
  

• Learner agreements (for learnerships)
  

• Proof of delivery (POEs, assessment results)
  

• Ensure all training is aligned with SAQA/SETA requirements.
  

• Registering learners for CATHSSETA, MERSETA, or other SETAs
  

• Overseeing internship, bursary, and apprenticeship placements
  

• Managing skills audit tools and learning management systems (LMS)
  

Requirements

Qualification/Training Recommendations

• Complete the Skills Development Facilitator Unit Standards:
  

• US 15221: Provide information and advice on skills development
  

• US 15227: Develop organizational training and development plans
  

• Often paired with Assessor (US 115753) and Moderator (US 115759) certifications