Head Learning Academy

SUMMARY:

• To provide strategic leadership, driving the development and implementation of innovative learning solutions, and managing key educational technology systems.
• This role encompasses overseeing learning management systems, training management software, student management system, and a  jobs portal.
• Additional the purpose is to secure grant funding while leading stakeholder engagement within the training sphere.
• The Head will also manage resources, including HR and financial, mobilize resources, and form strategic local and international partnerships, It involves fostering a learning culture across company, and its stakeholders, integrating experiential learning methodologies into all training and development initiatives aligned with the Academy’s strategic objectives.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for Technology in Curriculum Design and Development, Strategy Development, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Learning Delivery, and Resource Management.

POSITION INFO:

• NQF 7 in Data-metrics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in Education Leadership, Management, or Administration is an added advantage.
• At least 7 years of strategic and operational leadership experience, including 5 years in a senior executive role within a large corporate environment, ideally in a complex, matrix-structured organization with diverse business units.
• Strong knowledge and experience in Human Resource or Capacity Development, with a solid understanding of the South African Education, Training, and Development landscape. Experience in both further and higher education, with exposure to local and international contexts.
• Proven experience managing integration projects involving enterprise systems or similar platforms.
• Understanding and appreciation of private sector education, including professional training and development, B-BBEE initiatives, and transformation strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of the funding landscape and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).