Job Description

Job Title

Skills Development Facilitator

Company

Empoweryst (Pty) Ltd

Reporting To

CEO

Job Purpose

The Skills Development Facilitator will manage and coordinate skills development initiatives for Empoweryst and its clients. The role is highly client-facing and responsible for ensuring compliance with South African skills development legislation, SETA requirements, and BBBEE skills development elements, while delivering practical, value-adding training solutions to clients.

Key Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all skills development matters

Conduct client needs analyses and skills audits

Advise clients on skills development strategies aligned to business goals and BBBEE requirements

Facilitate client meetings, workshops, and consultations (virtual and in-person)

Prepare and present progress reports and compliance updates to clients

Skills Development & Training Coordination

Develop and implement Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Annual Training Reports (ATRs)

Coordinate and monitor training interventions (learnerships, skills programmes, internships, short courses)

Liaise with training providers, SETAs, and internal stakeholders

Ensure training records, attendance registers, and portfolios of evidence are accurate and up to date

SETA & Compliance Management

Register and manage clients with relevant SETAs

Ensure timely submission of WSPs, ATRs, and discretionary grant applications

Monitor legislative changes related to Skills Development and BBBEE

Conduct internal and client compliance audits where required

Support clients during SETA audits and verifications

BBBEE Skills Development Support

Align skills development initiatives to BBBEE scorecard requirements

Track and report on skills development spend and targets

Compile and maintain evidence files for BBBEE verification

Work closely with BBBEE consultants and verification agencies

Administration & Reporting

Maintain accurate client files and documentation

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for management and clients

Update internal systems and trackers with training and compliance data

Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of client information

Qualifications

Matric (Grade 12) - compulsory

Relevant tertiary qualification in one of the following fields:

o Human Resources Management

o Training & Development

o Skills Development / Learning & Development

o Industrial Psychology or related field

Qualified accredited Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) certification - essential

SETA-aligned training or facilitation certification (advantageous)

Minimum Requirements

3-5 years' proven experience in a Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) role

Demonstrated experience managing a portfolio of clients

Hands-on experience with SETA submissions (WSPs, ATRs, DG applications)

Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to client sites (advantageous)

Knowledge & Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of the Skills Development Act and SETA frameworks

Solid understanding of BBBEE Skills Development elements

Experience compiling and submitting WSPs and ATRs

Familiarity with learnerships, skills programmes, and discretionary grants

Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience with HR or skills management systems is advantageous

Behavioural Competencies

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong client service and relationship-building ability

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong planning, organising, and time management skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple clients

Professional, ethical, and solutions-oriented approach

Working Conditions

Office-based with regular client engagements

May require travel to client sites

Hybrid/remote work may be considered depending on client needs

Performance Indicators

Timely and accurate submission of WSPs and ATRs

Client satisfaction and retention

Compliance and audit success rates

Achievement of skills development and grant targets

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

Bachelors (Preferred)
Experience:

Skills Development Facilitator: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:

Accredited Skills Development Facilitator certification (Required)
Work Location: In person