Facilitation of Strategic Planning for merSETA MANCO and AA
Kgomotso Mabe
In plain English
A facilitator is needed to conduct the MANCO and AA Strategic Planning Process. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury’s Central Suppliers Database.
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The merSETA is seeking a professional facilitator to lead a strategic planning process for its Accounting Authority and Management Committee. The project focuses on skills development for the future and navigating industry uncertainty. The work involves conducting a 4-hour online stakeholder brainstorm session and a 2-day in-person strategic planning workshop scheduled for 27 to 28 July 2026. Key deliverables include a briefing session with leadership, facilitation of the brainstorm and planning workshops, and the submission of a Brainstorm Synthesis Report and a Final Strategic Resolutions Report. The facilitator must have at least 5 years of experience in board-level facilitation and deep knowledge of the South African skills development sector, including the Skills Development Act, PFMA, and recent QCTO/DHET policy directives. The work will take place in South Africa, and the facilitator must be able to manage high-level strategic dialogues effectively.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid CIPC company registration documents
- Minimum 5 years experience in executive-level strategic facilitation
- Minimum 5 years experience in SETA or public entity landscape
- Two reference letters for similar work completed within the last 2 years
- Demonstrated knowledge of Skills Development Act, PFMA, and Public Audit Amendment Act
- Demonstrated understanding of SAQA, QCTO, and DHET transitional directives
Contact & how to apply
Name: Kgomotso Mabe
Email: KMabe@merseta.org.za
Phone: 069-008-3764
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via email to quotations@merseta.org.za. The email subject line must clearly state the RFQ number: RFQ-STR-26-27-101.
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