Training Coordinator: Epwp Youth Projects Implementation

In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Training Coordinator focusing on the implementation of EPWP Youth Projects within the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment. The position is based in Cape Town and offers a salary of R413 001 per annum. The reference number for this vacancy is EP-CT05/2026. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Coordinating the initiation and planning of Training, Youth Empowerment and Contractor Development Projects. * Facilitating meetings to source projects from project proponents. * Conducting training need analysis of participants in the province. * Conducting project skills assessment for the recommendation of training documents. * Facilitating the planning of Training, Youth Empowerment and Contractor Development projects. * Evaluating training plans and facilitating approvals. * Developing training schedules and monitoring their implementation. * Ensuring projects comply with EPWP standards, coordinating the submission and evaluation of projects' monthly reports, and coordinating provincial compliance on audit issues for YED projects. * Developing a database for EPWP Youth and Contractor development participants. * Providing support on the management of stakeholders involved in Youth Empowerment and Contractor Development projects. * Providing Administrative support. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Training and Development/ Developmental Studies or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of two (2) years relevant experience in Education / Training and Development or relevant field. * Knowledge of Training and Development policies and procedures. * Knowledge of Departmental procedures and prescripts. * Knowledge of budget, contract management, financial and procurement procedures. * Knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation. * Knowledge of administration environment. * Communicate skills (written, reading and spoken). * Computer literacy. * Data analysis and reporting. * Training Development skills. * Stakeholder Management and Facilitation skills. * Ability to work long hours voluntarily. * Ability to gather and analyse information. * Ability to interpret regulation and develop appropriate policy. * Ability to work individually and in teams. * Ability to work under extreme pressure. * Ability to organise and plan under pressure. * A valid driving licence. **Who should apply** This role is suited for an individual with a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Training and Development, Developmental Studies, or a related field, coupled with at least two years of relevant experience in education, training, or development. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of training policies, departmental procedures, budget, contract management, financial and procurement processes, as well as monitoring and evaluation. They should be proficient in communication, computer literacy, data analysis, training development, stakeholder management, and facilitation. Furthermore, applicants should demonstrate the ability to work extended hours voluntarily, gather and analyse information, interpret regulations to develop policy, collaborate effectively both independently and in teams, and manage workload under extreme pressure with strong organisational and planning skills. A valid driving licence is also a requirement. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-forestry-fisheries-and-the-environment-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-39-of-2026#spani-ref-ep-ct05-2026 Source: govpage

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