Learning & Development Officer at Council for Geoscience (CGS)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 Management of Training for CGS

• Develop and implement tools in respect of training needs analysis for the CGS.
• Develop and implement training plan for the CGS in line with business needs.
• Assess training needs and implement specific training programmes through accredited training providers.
• Develop and implement tools/templates in respect of training needs analysis for the CGS.

 Management of Bursary Programme

• Report on progress of the programme and make inputs to Human Resources (HR) Management report for Board reporting.
• Develop and implement measures to ensure proper administration of the CGS bursary programme for staff and external bursars.
• Plan and coordinate the selection process of staff bursars and external bursars through the Learning and Development Committee.
• Compile motivations of staff bursars and external bursars for approval.
• Liaise and ensure payment processing with universities for staff bursaries and external bursars (students).

 Skills Development Compliance

• Develop annual Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) for the CGS according to prescribed timelines and legislation.
• Submit WSP/Annual Training Plan to the Mining Qualification Authority (MQA) according to prescribed timelines and legislation.
• Liaise with MQA on all matters pertaining to Skills Development.

 Mentoring and Coaching

• Develop and implement measures for mentoring staff and bursary holders with line managers.

 Policy Development

• Participate in the development and reviewing of policies and procedures within the line of function.
• Assist Manager: HR to drive awareness campaigns of policies within the CGS.

 Project Management 

• Participate in initiatives, projects and activities in which the HR team are engaged in/with.
• Assist in the execution of all project plan related to identify HR interventions.

Quality Management 

• Manage data and keep up to date records relating to Learning and Development.
• HR data analytics.

 People Management

• Compile and submit own Personal Development Plan.
• Participate in continuous professional development initiatives/interventions to keep abreast with new technologies and procedures.
• Support and participate in the training and development requirements of employees.

 Knowledge and Experience 

• Minimum 3-5 years related experience in the same or similar position.
• Must have a good understanding of HR processes, systems and tools.
• Understanding of the HR policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in developing, implementing and reviewing of learning and development policies and procedures.
• Good working knowledge of BCEA, LRA, EEA, SDA.
• HR Information Systems
• Computer literacy

 BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES: 

• Consulting skills
• Analytical skills
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Communication skills (Oral and Written)
• Negotiation skills
• Customer orientation
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Report writing skills.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or equivalent