Transformation and Skills Lead

Recruiter:

Phakisa Holdings

Job Ref:

JHB000566/Louis

Date posted:

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We are looking for a skilled Transformation and Skills Lead to drive transformation delivery within client organisations through management of Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Learnership programmes.

POSITION INFO:

JOB VACANCY: Transformation and Skills Lead

Seniority Level: Mid-Career (3 - 5 years' experience)

Type: Permanent

Region: Gauteng

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Transformation and Skills Lead will drive transformation delivery across client organisations by managing Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Learnership programmes. The role ensures legislative compliance, supports workforce transformation objectives and maintains audit ready governance and reporting frameworks.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead Employment Equity diagnostics, committee facilitation, EE Plan implementation, and submission of statutory reports (EEA2 & EEA4).
Manage Skills Development processes including skills gap analysis, Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs), Annual Training Reports (ATRs), and SETA engagement.
Design and manage learnerships, internships, and youth development programmes, including the full learner lifecycle and compliance requirements.
Monitor transformation progress through reporting and dashboards ensuring documentation remains audit ready.
Identify compliance risks, implement mitigation strategies, and maintain governance documentation and processes.
Provide advisory support to client leadership on transformation strategy, compliance, and workforce development.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Matric (Grade 12)
Relevant qualification in Human Resources, Labour Law, Skills Development, or related field
3-5 years' experience in Employment Equity, Skills Development, and Learnership programme management
Experience with WSP, ATR, EE reporting, and SETA engagement
Strong knowledge of the Employment Equity Act and Skills Development legislation

COMPETENCIES

Strong legislative and compliance knowledge
Analytical and strategic thinking ability
Effective stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
Strong reporting, governance, and audit readiness capabilit
Excellent communication, organisation, and deadline management skills

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