About the Role
GIZ is seeking a Senior Technical Advisor: Employment Support through Skills Development – Output 3 and 4 for the Career Path Development for Employment (CPD4E) project.
The CPD4E project aims to improve employment prospects for young people in South Africa in a sustainable, increasingly decarbonised economy. The project supports access to employment and income-generation opportunities in sectors linked to a just transition towards a green economy.
This role will focus on Output 3 and Output 4, supporting demand-oriented vocational education and training, self-employment interventions, active labour market approaches and pathways that connect skills development to employment.
A significant part of the role will also support the Team Europe Initiative (TEI) through a grant agreement with the CSIR, with a focus on the battery value chain, including mineral beneficiation and green hydrogen.
What We Are Looking For
This role requires:
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A graduate university qualification in Development Studies, Engineering Studies, Education or Business
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At least 10 years’ relevant working experience
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Experience and knowledge of the South African QCTO and SETA system
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Experience and knowledge of the South African TVET ecosystem and training system
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Knowledge and understanding of qualification design processes
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Understanding of instructional design processes
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Understanding of skills supply and demand principles
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Familiarity with skills requirements and growth areas in the South African economy
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The ability to engage in multi-stakeholder processes, especially those involving public-private collaboration in the skills development sector
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Strong project management skills, with the ability to translate complex deliverables into clear, realistic plans
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The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a structured, methodical manner
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English
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Strong interpersonal, intercultural and communication skills
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Relevant ICT skills, including Microsoft Office, MS Teams, Outlook and SharePoint
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A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel nationally and internationally where required
The following will be advantageous:
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Familiarity with TEA, MQA, CHIETA, EWSETA or merSETA
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Understanding of the mining and battery value chain
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Experience and knowledge of the South African energy environment and renewable energy agenda
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Knowledge of contracts and tender processes in the public and private sector
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Experience in international development cooperation
What You Will Lead
You will support the joint development, planning and implementation of Output 3 and Output 4 of the CPD4E project, ensuring that skills development interventions are aligned to labour market needs and emerging opportunities within the Just Transition.
Your work will include:
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Designing, planning and steering interventions linked to vocational education, training, employment promotion and student placement
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Supporting new and emerging green occupations, including the battery value chain, mineral beneficiation and green hydrogen
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Supporting the CSIR grant intervention for curriculum development in manganese beneficiation and related implementation with companies in skills development zones
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Supporting QCTO qualification development processes linked to new technologies in the battery value chain
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Contributing to instructional design for battery development and hydrogen programmes, including curriculum design, lesson planning and lecturer preparation
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Coordinating capacity-development interventions for TVET staff, teachers and in-company trainers.
Supporting TVET colleges and private providers introducing new Just Energy Transition programmes.
Strengthening pathways from learning to earning, including student placement and host employer engagement -
Coordinating with grant recipients, implementation partners and internal and external stakeholders.
Supporting the OP-VET approach through technical advisory, stakeholder engagement and capacity building -
Contributing to gender-sensitive and gender-transformative implementation approaches
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Monitoring progress against Output 3 and 4 indicators and contributing to reporting, financial planning and knowledge management
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Representing the CPD4E project in relevant platforms, meetings and events nationally and internationally.
Working with GIZ
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The position will be based at the GIZ Offices in Hatfield, Pretoria.
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The contract period for this position is until 31 August 2028, with a possible extension.
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Up to 50% of the role may be allocated to the Team Europe Initiative, supporting the OP-VET grant project linked to the battery value chain.
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At GIZ, you will be part of a global network and an environment characterised by diversity, respect and equal opportunity. GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter and values recognition, appreciation and inclusion across all forms of diversity.
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Applications from people with disabilities are most welcome.
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
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A cover letter / motivation letter, maximum 1 page, clearly indicating the role you are applying for: Senior Technical Advisor: CPD4E – Output 3 & 4, and explaining your suitability for the role and the value you would bring to the CPD4E project
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A detailed CV, maximum 4 pages, indicating your nationality
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Proof of eligibility to work in South Africa, such as a copy of your South African ID
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Closing date for applications: 16 July 2026
Applications without a motivation letter will not be considered.
Only shortlisted applicants who meet the requirements will be contacted.
