ECD Play & Learn Programme Lead

ECD Play & Learn Programme Lead

Employment Type: Full-time, between offices in Kloof, Estcourt and Eshowe;

Competitive salary packages will be negotiable in accordance with Zero2Five’s remuneration policies.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Plan and facilitate high quality ECD teacher training and mentoring programmes that meet the needs of ECD practitioners in various, mainly rural settings. 
2. Facilitate training sessions and on-site support visits for ECD practitioners.
3. Monitor and record progress of practitioners.
4. Assess practitioner assignments.
5. Contribute to the development, evaluation and improvement of ECD training courses, materials and related services.
6. Engage with the officials from the local Departments of Social Development, Education and Health at provincial level, and relevant ECD Forums.
7. Contribute to the development/adaptation of programme resources and tools.
8. Prepare reports for Play & Learn Programme funders. 
9. Coordinate and participate in regular team check-in meetings with other members. 
10. Report to director weekly, and as requested.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

1. Minimum NQF Level 5 certificate in ECD
2. Registered Assessor with SAQA/ETDP-SETA
3. Demonstrated experience as an ECD teacher or principal
4. Demonstrated experience in the ECD non-profit/TVET setting as a trainer/facilitator
5. Demonstrated experience working with diverse groups of stakeholders such as government, NGOs, philanthropists and private-sector partners.

Competencies:

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
2. Excellent verbal and written isiZulu and English language skills are essential.
3. Good writing skills including writing reports.
4. Organised, reliable, and positive attitude.
5. Passion for working with ECD workforce and training practitioners.
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines.
7. Good IT skills essential, including MS Office Suite Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Video Calls
8. Valid Driver’s Licence and transport. 
9. Applicants must legally be allowed to work in South Africa. 

Please email full application pack to enquiries@zero2five.org.za

deadline is on 30 November 2024. Anticipated start date for the position is 1^st February 2025. Zero2Five reserves the right not to make an appointment.