Head - Learning & Development

Western Cape Blood Service; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 80 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organisation in Cape Town is seeking a Head – Learning & Development to oversee training programs aligned with strategic goals. The role includes managing national training accreditations, budget management, and mentoring a training team. Ideal candidates should have experience in Learning & Development with a relevant qualification. This position offers the chance to shape training initiatives in the health sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading training and development initiatives.
• Strong understanding of HPCSA and SAQA accreditation standards.
• Experience in managing budgets and training programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a training strategy aligned with WCBS’s goals.
• Manage and mentor the training team for high performance.
• Oversee compliance with national training accreditations.

Skills

Leadership

Training development

Project management

Budget management

Quality assurance

Education

Relevant qualification in Immunohematology

Experience in Learning & Development

Job description

Overview

The Western Cape Blood Service is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to collect, process and distribute blood and blood products throughout the Western Cape.

A permanent vacancy exists for a Head – Learning & Development - based at the Service’s HQ (Paterson Grade D3).

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer / Medical Director, the successful incumbent will be responsible for the leadership and management of the Learning & Development Department at WCBS.

Purpose of the job

To oversee the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of training and development programs aligned with WCBS’s strategic goals. This includes managing national training accreditations, professional development, and quality assurance in accordance with HPCSA and SAQA standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a training strategy aligned to WCBS’s goals and legislative requirements.
• Oversee development, review, and alignment of course content with HPCSA and SAQA standards, for staff to achieve relevant qualification in Immunohematology.
• Manage audit processes and maintain accreditation with SANAS, HPCSA, and relevant authorities.
• Oversee the submission of the annual Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR) to the Health and Welfare SETA.
• Manage the budget for the Learning & Development department and ensure effective cost management.
• Manage, mentor, and evaluate the training team to ensure high performance and compliance.
• Drive the implementation of internal programs related to training, professional development, health, safety, and quality.