Training Officer - South Africa

CorpsAfrica; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

CorpsAfrica is seeking an experienced Training Officer to oversee the training program in South Africa, engaging in critical community development initiatives and youth leadership training. This full-time role requires strong organizational skills and a commitment to participatory development, crucial for the holistic training of volunteers.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in facilitating participatory learning experiences for youth.
• Fluency in English and two other South African languages required.
• Knowledge of Human Centered Design and ABCD is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate HCD and ABCD training.
• Organise training logistics and manage schedules.
• Coordinate with diverse stakeholders and community leaders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Initiative

Team coordination

Community engagement

Education

BA Degree or BSc Degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

About CorpsAfrica:

Founded in 2011, CorpsAfrica provides the opportunity for Africans to serve as volunteers in their own countries along the lines of the Peace Corps model. We train college-educated young Africans and send them to live for up to one year in rural, high-poverty communities to facilitate small-scale, high-impact projects that are identified by local people. CorpsAfrica aims to promote a culture of public service in Africa by giving participants the opportunity to apply their education, skills, and energy toward helping their fellow citizens overcome extreme poverty. www.corpsafrica.org

CorpsAfrica has steadily expanded operations from Morocco to Senegal, Malawi, Rwanda, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, The Gambia, and Uganda over the last decade. Having successfully proven the power and effectiveness of the model, CorpsAfrica has begun to receive significant funding from large donors. As we reach a point of significant inflection leading to future expansion, we seek to add motivated, capable, and highly effective staff to our team.

Overview of the Position:

CorpsAfrica is looking for an experienced trainer to lead the CorpsAfrica training program in South Africa, which includes four major trainings throughout the course of the year: Pre-Service Training, In-Service Training #1, In-Service Training #2, and Close of Service Conference. The Training Officer is responsible for providing all of the logistical and administrative support needed for each of these training sessions. The Training Officer is also responsible for leading and facilitating the human-centered design (HCD) and asset-based community development (ABCD) training, as well as other components of the overall training program. She/He must possess a demonstrated passion for and commitment to youth leadership, participatory community development, and training. The Training Officer reports to the Director of CorpsAfrica/SA. This is a full-time position based in Kimberley or Johannesburg, South Africa.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Lead and facilitate the HCD and ABCD training as well as other components of the overall training program.
• Organise and manage the schedule and all logistical aspects of training, including but not limited to venues, meals, transportation, printing, materials and equipment.
• Compile training budgets and maintain detailed, accurate records of expenses.
• Work with and coordinate all CorpsAfrica/SA and Headquarters staff, alumni, and outside trainers, presenters, and facilitators involved in the training in South Africa, including working closely with the Chief Training Officer and Regional Training Manager.
• Support and oversee Language and Cultural Facilitator(s) and their training
• Identify and support homestay families in the training host community and work with communities and community leaders to support Human Centered Design practical training sessions.
• Communicate with NGOs, government officials, academia, business leaders, and other development partners to support volunteer training.
• Co-facilitate training for rural communities
• Other responsibilities, as requested by the Country Director

Qualifications:

• BA Degree or BSc Degree
• Demonstrated expertise and a minimum of 5 years experience facilitating hands-on, participatory learning experiences for youth
• Ability to plan ahead and work well with a wide variety of people
• Extremely organised, detail-oriented, punctual, and results-oriented
• Knowledge of Human Centered Design and ABCD would be an asset
• Demonstrated initiative, innovation, adaptability, integrity, and judgment
• A passion for and commitment to youth leadership and community-led development
• Fluency in English and two other South African languages required.
• Excellent computer skills (email, calendar, and Google Workspace Tools (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.))
• Ability to work nights or weekends when necessary.

TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should send CV and Cover letter that illustrates qualifications relevant to this role through JazzHR. Only applicants that possess the qualifications mentioned above will be considered.The deadline to apply is July10th, 2025.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, CorpsAfrica encourages applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability or any other legally protected basis.