Technical and Vocational Education and Training TVET PRINCIPAL at Skills2Live Zambia

Job Description

The Vocational Training Principal is the key point of responsibility for implementation of the Integral Youth Development program taking place at Skills to Live Zambia trading as Young Africa. S/he is responsible for planning, implementation, personnel management, resource management, monitoring & evaluation, associated stakeholder and private sector/business community relationship management, timely and quality reporting. S/he ensures quality of YA skills training activities/results including as necessary coordinating external technical support/expertise.

POSITION SUMMARY:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Five years and above experience working in related Institutions at Management Level.
A clear understanding of the Vocational Education Sector and NGO experience is added advantage.
Bachelor’s degree in Education field is a minimum requirement.
Strong interpersonal skills and mentoring skills to work effectively with staff, students and external stakeholders.
A track record that demonstrates energy and creativity, and the ability to successfully prioritize and manage competing priorities.
Demonstrated success in planning, financial management, training supervision, report writing, and identifying and procuring technical assistance.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.
Experience in data processing (Microsoft Word), spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel), E-mail, and Internet browser software.
Have technical background in heading vocational skills training departments or an educational institution.
Sound understanding of (TVET) sector in both national and International Context.
Capacity to direct TVET skills analysis with local industry and advisory bodies in order to meet the skills needed.
The ability to balance competing priorities, complex situations and tight deadlines.
Solid understanding of all aspects of practical training assessment.
Establish objectives and specify the strategies and actions to achieve these objectives.
Knowledge of Academic Governance, Educational Institutional
Effectiveness, Higher Educational Institute policies, standards, procedures and practices.
Excellent skills in organizational and strategic planning, supervision, independent decision making and program evaluation.
Strong financial acumen, prior experience with budgets and financial statements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Training and Programs

Providing leadership, direction and co-ordination within the training department.
Directs and coordinates vocational training programs according to TEVETA standards ensuring that courses are complying to TEVETA
Develop and maintain effective educational programs within the institution and promote the improvement of teaching and learning
Devote as much time as possible to the supervision of the training; observing methods of instruction and endeavouring to improve the efficiency of the teaching staff and the institution in general, ensuring the 70:30 rule is adhered to in all training programs.
Suggest appropriate changes in and ensure adherence to approved policies, practices and procedures within his/her area of responsibility.
Conduct a review of the organisation’s curriculum to align with national goals and industry expectations.
Assist the teaching staff in the development, implementation, modifications, and selection of curriculum materials, and keep the Director informed as to any modifications in or substitution of approved courses.
Be responsible for the administration of the instructional supplies budget for the institution and the safe keeping of materials that belong to the training department.
Establish procedures for the purpose and receipt of materials and supplies necessary to support the skills training program. Ensuring that there is a system of accounting for all materials disbursed.
Ensure timetables are synchronised and placed on notice boards in each workshop and classroom and a master is kept at the administration office.
Work in liaison with the Employment Officer to review the list of companies for the placements of students for attachment and linkages with the industry.
Work closely with the Programs Coordinator on all skills training programs that are donor funded and conducted outside of the training centers.

2. Health, Safety, Centre Supervision

Develop and foster a sense of pride and respect for center property so that the facility is an attractive place.
Ensure that all reasonable precautions are taken to safeguard the health and general well-being of staff and students. To this end, see that students and staff are adequately trained to make effective any plans necessary for their safety.
Conduct fire drills as required by regulations and see that all personnel within the centres are familiar with all procedures to be followed in case of a fire. Fire exit signs shall be placed in each room.

3. Communication

In collaboration with Programs Coordinator, ensure training supervision activities and reporting meet donor standards, and are completed on schedule.
Collaborates with young people and staff to identify and resolve issues and conflict requiring discretion, diplomacy and confidentiality.
Develops and facilitate as well as overseeing the development and facilitation of workshops, seminars and orientations students, staff and external constituencies
Supervise and guide the work of all trainers (technical and non-technical).

4. Financial management

Responsible for implementing activities in accordance with approved training budgets.
Consults with Finance and Administration Officer regarding best practices for financial administration of training taking place.

5. Other

Supports the Country Director in various administrative tasks.
Take initiative in sourcing for resource opportunities and participate in proposal development.

RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to Country Director.
Coordinates closely with programs team,
Provides support and interacts with the Programs team, Finance & Administration team.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and copies of academic and professional qualifications in one PDF document to [email protected] by 17/05/2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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