Senior Training & Development Specialist

SUMMARY:
Senior Training & Development Specialist Jobs South Africa | SETA | WSP ATR | Learning & Development | SDF

A leading organisation in the student accommodation sector is seeking a Senior Training & Development Specialist to design, implement, and drive impactful learning and development initiatives across a multi-site environment in South Africa.

This role is ideal for a Learning & Development Specialist, Training Manager, or Skills Development Facilitator with strong experience in SETA compliance, WSP/ATR reporting, and training programme design.

POSITION INFO:
About the Role

As a Senior Training & Development Specialist, you will be responsible for translating business and HR strategy into practical, high-impact learning solutions that support organisational growth and employee development.
You will lead the full learning and development function, including skills development strategy, training delivery, compliance, and digital learning systems, while ensuring alignment with B-BBEE and SETA requirements.

Key Accountabilities

Learning Needs Analysis & Skills Development Strategy (L&D Jobs South Africa)

• Identify skills gaps, performance trends, and development priorities across the organisation
• Develop and implement a structured skills development strategy aligned to business objectives
• Maintain and update competency frameworks and skills matrices

• Design and implement training programmes including classroom, e-learning, and blended learning
• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and onboarding programmes
• Develop training material including manuals, guides, and digital content

• Design and implement leadership development programmes
• Drive mentorship, coaching, and succession planning initiatives
• Support capability development across all levels of the organisation

• Compile, submit, and manage Workplace Skills Plans (WSP) and Annual Training Reports (ATR)
• Ensure compliance with SETA requirements and grant processes
• Track Skills Development Levy (SDL) and ensure accurate reporting

• Manage SETA-accredited learnerships and internship programmes
• Coordinate onboarding, tracking, and performance monitoring
• Evaluate programme effectiveness and recommend improvements

• Manage Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training platforms
• Implement and optimise digital learning solutions
• Track training participation, completion, and feedback

• Measure training effectiveness and return on investment (ROI)
• Provide reporting and insights to management and stakeholders
• Continuously improve training programmes and processes

• Collaborate with line managers, HR, and leadership to support development initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Skills Development Act, Employment Equity Act, and B-BBEE requirements
• Maintain accurate training records and audit readiness

• Degree or relevant qualification in ODETDP (Occupationally Directed Education, Training & Development)
• Skills Development Facilitator (SDF) qualification
• 5+ years’ experience in learning and development programme design and implementation
• Experience in training facilitation (classroom, virtual, blended learning)
• Experience in instructional design and content development
• Strong experience in SETA compliance, WSP/ATR, and skills development reporting
• Experience managing learnerships and internships
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Experience with SAGE People – Training Module
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Own vehicle and willingness to travel to multiple sites

• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills
• Strategic thinking and ability to align learning to business needs
• Strong planning, organisation, and coordination ability
• High attention to detail, especially in compliance and reporting
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels

• Join a leading organisation in the student accommodation sector
• Drive impactful learning and development initiatives
• Work closely with leadership and influence organisational capability
• Exposure to SETA, B-BBEE, and large-scale skills development programmes
• Opportunity to lead and innovate within the L&D function