Master Trainer

Job Title: Master Trainer - Education and Training

Reporting to the Grants Manager, the Master Trainer - Education and Training will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and conducting training workshops, as well as supporting trainees in training others and program implementation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop an annual training plan for approval by the COO and Grant Manager, setting measurable training targets and project outcomes.
• Identify training needs and conduct training needs analysis workshops as necessary.
• Monitor and evaluate training done at facilitator level, as well as community training and training partnerships.
• Provide oversight and support for AYFS trainers.
• Plan and initiate community-based programs and workshops, as well as support and follow up on these programs.
• Facilitate all program trainings and write training reports.
• Conduct quality assurance for all trainings.
• Provide feedback, regular reports, and financial reconciliation of training activities.
• Conduct and/or assist with training, including preparation, planning, and implementation of courses.
• Ongoing planning of training projects and liaison with training partners to ensure successful training outcomes.
• Develop and maintain a database of trained facilitators and other stakeholders.
• Provide input on writing project annual and/or close-out reports.
• Conduct training for partners as requested by the organization.
• Provide technical support and assistance to partners to improve and/or maintain a high standard of facilitation, fidelity in training sessions, and high-quality program data and reporting.

Financial Management:

• In consultation with the Grants Manager and aligned to the approved training plan, prepare the annual budget for all training required.
• Coordinate the receipt, checking, and submission of invoices to the Finance Unit to facilitate timely payment.
• Monitor monthly actual expenditure against budgets, identify variances, and ensure necessary follow-up action is taken.
• Manage service providers/suppliers in accordance with the terms and conditions of relevant contracts.
• Undertake spending with due regard to value for money and ensure service provider pricing is competitive.
• Prepare expenditure projections as and when required.
• Comply with all financial policies and procedures, including procurement.

Human Resources Management:

• Take ownership and accountability for all deliverables and responsibilities assigned to this role.
• In consultation with the Grants Manager, identify own training and coaching requirements to achieve optimal performance.
• Contribute to the development of a committed team with individuals who work well together and provide each other with mutual support, assistance, and cooperation.
• Comply with all HR policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience:

• An appropriate diploma/degree in education/training.
• At least 3 years proven experience in education, training, and project management.
• Extensive experience as a trainer.

Competencies:

• Sound project management skills and understanding of project management processes and methodologies.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Communication skills in other South African languages.
• Meticulous and able to pay attention to detail.
• Able to interpret data and information to generate reports.
• Good report writing skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Self-motivated, a self-starter, and able to work with limited supervision.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A valid driver's license and own transport are essential.
• Ability and willingness to travel outside of Johannesburg.
• Able to use own initiative and take ownership of tasks.
• Good team player.
• Able to analyze and evaluate data and information.
• Able to generate and adapt creative ideas and solutions to improve performance.

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