Executive Coaching and Leadership Development for HSRC
Portia Nyalungu
In plain English
The HSRC is seeking a service provider to deliver executive coaching and an e-learning leadership development programme for directors, managers, and interns over 12 months. Bidders must submit a single proposal covering all components and demonstrate capacity for executive coaching, leadership development, and workplace readiness programmes.
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The Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) invites bids for a 12-month leadership development project. The work involves providing virtual executive coaching for ten directors, an e-learning leadership programme for 100 managers, and a workplace readiness programme for 800 interns. Key deliverables include individual development plans, virtual coaching sessions, and a secure, self-paced e-learning platform that supports mobile access and progress tracking. The platform must integrate with HSRC systems and comply with data security and POPIA regulations. All services must be delivered and data stored within South Africa. A compulsory virtual briefing session is scheduled for 14 August 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Professional coaching accreditation (e.g., COMENSA)
- Minimum 5 years experience in executive coaching and e-learning
Contact & how to apply
Name: Portia Nyalungu
Email: tenders@hsrc.ac.za
Phone: 012-302-2128
How to apply: Submit one original proposal and a USB containing a soft copy in one envelope, with a separate envelope for pricing and SBD 6.1. Deliver to the HSRC Building, 134 Pretorius Street, Pretoria, before 11:00 AM on 01 September 2026.
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