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CULTURE, ARTS, TOURISM, HOSPITALITY AND SPORT EDUCATION AND TRAINING AUTHORITY (CATHSSETA)
 


​MANAGER: LEARNING PROGRAMMES
Location: Midrand Head Office
TCTC: R 1,228,687.54 /pa Non Negotiable
Job grade: D3
Reference: CATHS05/2025
Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 31 March 2030
Report to: Executive Manager: Learning Programmes
Closing Date: 2025-11-11 16:00:00
 
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Business Administration or equivalent as recognised by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA); Postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage; Project Management Certificate qualification is a must; Certificate in Occupational Directed Education and Training Development Practices shall be an added advantage.
Experience: At least 6 years of experience within the field ; At least 2-3 years middle management experience within the field; 2-3 years of experience in a SETA environment is advantageous; and a Driver’s License.
 
Description:
  • Produce inputs into the strategic and Annual Performance Plan
  • Timely submission of inputs into the Organisation’s Strategic Plan, and APP and prepare Department/Unit Operational Plan
  • Develop the Unit’s Operational Plan
  • Manage that performance targets contained in the Operational Plan are fully achieved
  • Produce the Unit’s monthly, quarterly and annual reports to the Management and Board structure
  • Perform effective contract management in the area of responsibility
  • Submit any other reports as and when required
  • Financial Management
    • Develop a budget for area of responsibility
    • Track and monitor expenditures against the allocated budget
    • Implement measures to ensure financial viability thereby delivering robust and accurate financial planning and a reporting system that incorporates a balanced budget within the area of responsibility
    • Develop initiatives aimed at eliminating waste, improving productivity and reducing operating costs with the area of responsibility
    • Develop Demand Management Plans
    • Provide inputs into the Procurement Plan for the organisation
    • Manage that TOR for the procurement of goods and services are timely prepared
  • Asset management
    • Unit’s assets properly managed in accordance with stipulated guidelines and procedures
  • People Management
    • Manage a positive and constructive culture
    • Set performance targets for the department and regularly monitor achievement thereof (performance management).
    • Provide feedback on the performance of the subordinates
    • Manage capacity development of subordinate(s) by providing relevant training
    • Manage Individual Development Plans/Individual Learning Plans (IDPs/ILPs) for subordinates to promote succession and talent retention.
    • Monitor implementation of (IDPs/ILPs)
  • Contribute to the development of internal controls and systems
  • Implement and monitor internal control systems and organisational policies
  • Submission of documents (reports/requests etc) to the Governance Structure
  • Compliance with legislative prescripts by ensuring timeous submission of reports to the AA Structures and Management Committees
  • Timely submission of responses to Parliamentary Questions
  • Identify, assess and monitor risks within the Unit
  • Develop a risk register for the Unit
  • Participate in fraud risk assessments and monitor action plan
  • Manage the implementation and monitoring of internal control systems and organisational policies
  • Obtain a departmental acceptable Audit score
  • Manage the audit of performance information
  • Submit responses to internal and external audit queries
  • Facilitate and manage Skills Development Priorities (NSDP) – Planning and Reporting on PIVOTAL Programmes and ensure that Skills Gaps as identified in the SSP through PIVOTAL Programmes are adequately and timely addressed
  • Oversee and manage Learning Programmes offerings and ensure that they are all in line with Skills development Priorities
  • Implement and maintain programme quality systems and processes
  • Identify learning programme content that is up to date and in line with SSP trends and demands
  • Analyse and report on all programmes in terms of performance
  • Ensure programme compliance with relevant Quality Assurance bodies
  • Ensure that Mandatory and Discretionary Grants (PIVOTAL & Non-PIVOTAL) processes and execution are well-coordinated, managed and disbursed accordingly
  • Provide progress reports and updates monthly and quarterly basis
  • Facilitate and consolidate regional Learning programmes activities in relation to DG and MG
  • Analyse and report on all programmes in terms of allocations and performance
  • Provide reports with recommendations of improvement in all areas of responsibilities
  • Manage stakeholder partnerships through MoUs, particularly Universities, TVET colleges and other DHET providers in implementing PIVOTAL programmes
  • Ensure implementation of Learning Programmes Developmental Plans and closely monitor progress
  • Manage and implement projects within the area of responsibility
  • Implement recommendations from stakeholders
  • Manage Stakeholder engagements through various forms
  • Maintain healthy internal and external relations communities, government, employers, colleges, internal stakeholders etc.) to assist in achievement of organizational goals
  • Enrich stakeholders and community through lifelong learning opportunities and access to learning
  • Implement and maintain community upliftment programmes
 
Knowledge and skills required
  • Excellent knowledge of the pieces of legislation and regulations governing the   SETAs including, Validation Framework, Sector Skills Plan (SSP), SETA Grant Regulations
  • Understanding of the planning, budgeting and reporting processes in the public sector
  • Good knowledge of King III and IV Reports on corporate governance
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of risk management processes
  • In-depth knowledge and understanding of corporate governance
  • Understanding of the relationship between various Arms of the State, that is: Parliament, Executive and Judiciary
  • Understanding of the political landscape in the Country
  • Extensive knowledge and application of Workplace Based Learning Programmes Regulations
  • Extensive knowledge White Paper on Post School Education and Training
  • Extensive knowledge National Skills Development Plan (NSDP), NDP, NSDS
  • Extensive Knowledge of SETA Management system
  • Extensive knowledge of Quality Assurance Standards and Norms
 
Technical Skills
  • Reporting
  • Presentation
  • High-level report writing skills
  • Communication skills
  • Good interpersonal
  • Leadership skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Coordination skills
 
Core Competencies
  • Strategic thinking
  • Judgement and decision making
  • Attention to detail
  • Information gathering
  • Leadership capability
  • Planning and organising
  • Risk management
 
Generic Competencies
  • Integrity
  • Results orientated
  • Team orientation
  • Financial management
  • Stakeholder management





​Applications are to reach CATHSSETA by 16h00 on Tuesday, 11 November 2025. 
 
Any applications received thereafter will be not considered.
 
Preference will be given to people living with disability.
 
CATHSSETA is an equal-opportunity employer committed to the principles of Employment Equity. The applicants are responsible for familiarising themselves with the specific details of the positions they are applying for.
 
Applications must be accompanied by a detailed CV and copies of qualifications.
 
Applicants are to submit their applications ELECTRONICALLY ONLY via the Job Portal. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
 
Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Creditworthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). CATHSSETA reserves the right to subject shortlisted applicants to a psychometric evaluation in accordance with its policies.
 
All shortlisted candidates will be expected to avail themselves of an interview at CATHSSETA’s convenience. CATHSSETA reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
Any queries may be directed telephonically to Ms Noxolo Xhalabile on 060 535 8797. If you have not heard from us within 30 days after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
 
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