Youth Skills Development Facilitator

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Professional development workshops

Youth empowerment focus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Youth Skills Development Facilitator for a vibrant non-profit focused on empowering young people in Mahikeng. The role combines remote prep and virtual sessions with in-person facilitation and community outreach to boost employability and life skills.

The ideal candidate will design engaging training modules, coach participants, and collaborate with local businesses to identify needs and job placements, while staying informed about youth development trends in Mahikeng.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Education, Social Sciences, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilitating training programs, preferably for youth.
• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging and impactful training content.
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with young people.
• Experience working with diverse youth populations.
• Familiarity with the Mahikeng community and its youth development challenges is a strong asset.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, managing remote preparation and virtual delivery alongside in-person sessions.
• Proficiency in standard office software and virtual training platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver engaging training modules on life skills, vocational skills, and employability.
• Facilitate interactive workshops and training sessions for youth groups, both virtually and in-person.
• Assess participant needs and tailor training content accordingly.
• Provide individual coaching and mentoring to support participants' skill development and career aspirations.
• Collaborate with local businesses and community organizations to identify relevant skills training needs and potential job placements.
• Monitor participant progress and provide feedback on their development.
• Manage training logistics, including scheduling, resource preparation, and participant communication.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
• Stay informed about trends in youth development, education, and employment in Mahikeng.

Skills

Facilitation skills

Coaching

Mentoring

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Youth engagement

Education

Education / Social Sciences / HR

Tools

Office software

Virtual training platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a vibrant non-profit organization committed to empowering young people through skills development in **Mahikeng**, is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Youth Skills Development Facilitator. This role is dedicated to designing and delivering engaging training programs that equip youth with essential life and vocational skills. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for remote preparation of training materials and virtual sessions, alongside essential in-person facilitation and community outreach within **Mahikeng**. The ideal candidate will have a passion for youth development, excellent facilitation skills, and a strong understanding of the local youth employment landscape. You will play a critical role in enhancing the employability and future prospects of young individuals in the **Mahikeng** area. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver engaging training modules on life skills, vocational skills, and employability.


• Facilitate interactive workshops and training sessions for youth groups, both virtually and in-person.


• Assess participant needs and tailor training content accordingly.


• Provide individual coaching and mentoring to support participants' skill development and career aspirations.


• Collaborate with local businesses and community organizations to identify relevant skills training needs and potential job placements.


• Monitor participant progress and provide feedback on their development.


• Manage training logistics, including scheduling, resource preparation, and participant communication.


• Evaluate training effectiveness and gather feedback for continuous improvement.


• Stay informed about trends in youth development, education, and employment in **Mahikeng**.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Education, Social Sciences, Human Resources, or a related field.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in facilitating training programs, preferably for youth.


• Proven ability to design and deliver engaging and impactful training content.


• Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with young people.


• Experience working with diverse youth populations.


• Familiarity with the **Mahikeng** community and its youth development challenges is a strong asset.


• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, managing remote preparation and virtual delivery alongside in-person sessions.


• Proficiency in standard office software and virtual training platforms.

Benefits

• An annual salary of ZAR.


• Flexible hybrid work model.


• Contributions towards medical aid and a provident fund.


• Opportunities for professional development and workshops in facilitation techniques.


• The chance to empower youth and contribute to skill development in **Mahikeng**.


• A dynamic and youth-focused work environment.