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Davis Bongani Msweli

Davis Bongani Msweli

Gingindlovu

Summary

Qualified and experienced Learning and Development professional skilled in creating and refining engaging curriculum tailored to diverse learning needs. History of impactful curriculum projects that foster improved academic performance and learner satisfaction. Committed to team collaboration and adaptable to evolving educational requirements, with strengths in pedagogical strategies and curriculum assessment.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Curriculum Development Specialist

Transnet Freight Rail
06.2015 - 10.2021
  • Conducted research to establish best practice in whatever design and development work done, do trend analysis and ensure proper skills required are determined
  • Determined learning styles and preferences of target audience, ensure that the learning experience appeals to all learning domains for effectiveness of learning process.
  • Aligned the curriculum to the enterprise standards, unit standards and/or QCTO whichever is appropriate at the time of the learning design.
  • Designed assessor guide, learner guide and the facilitator guide and where necessary develop a workbook for PoE purposes.
  • Planned and piloted learning programme, enhance or factor input or corrections
  • Applied appropriate version controls, make use of proper templates, follow established processes and procedures
  • Built and delivered learning content according to priority and scope.
  • Enhanced curriculum quality by conducting thorough research and integrating innovative instructional strategies.
  • Assisted in the development of standardized assessment tools, enabling accurate evaluation of student performance across multiple courses.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices in curriculum design, utilizing this insight to ensure effectiveness of learning programmes.
  • Conducted workshops for trainers, fostering best practices in curriculum delivery and instructional design.

Senior Learning and Development Consultant

Airports Company South Africa
11.2014 - 06.2015
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify skill gaps across teams.
  • Manage learnerships, apprenticeships and internships
  • Leveraged e-learning platforms to expand training accessibility and reach.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and performance metrics.
  • Responsible for employee study assistance and bursaries
  • Identify and assess learning needs
  • Responsible for all the skills development function
  • Monitor the implementation of the training matrix
  • Compiling and monitoring of the L&D budget
  • Advise the EXCO on skills development initiatives and progress
  • Ensures that the WSP and ATR are submitted on time
  • Monitors the implementation of the WSP
  • Manages junior employees
  • Reason for Leaving: Fixed Term Contract Position

Lead Practitioner: Learning: Graduate Development Programme

Sasol LTD
12.2012 - 10.2014
  • Responsible for the technical development of all Engineers in Training (EIT)
  • Ensuring that the EITs are registered with ECSA (and other professional bodies) and that their curriculum is aligned to ECSA requirements
  • Co-ordinate the activities of all Steercoms that are responsible for the training of Engineers in Training (EITs) and review (evaluation) panels
  • Co-ordinate and arrange the official on-boarding of all graduates
  • Analyzed production workflows, identifying areas for continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Facilitate the activities that need to take place as part of the Graduate Development Programme (GDP)
  • Take responsibility to ensure the required governance is applied
  • Ensure that the GDP is of high quality and adheres to business and world class practices by benchmarking internally and externally on a regular basis.
  • Co-ordinate and administer all formal training within the GDP via SAP HR system.
  • Co-ordinate and manage the curriculum development of all the Engineering disciplines
  • Facilitate and record progress reviews of all EITs
  • Manage database of graduates and provide information to business
  • Developed and executed strategic plans that led to the successful completion of multiple high-stake projects.
  • Co-ordinate the coaching and mentoring programme of the EITs
  • Provide general support to graduates.

Human Resources Practitioner

Aveng Grinaker-LTA
01.2012 - 06.2012
  • Recruitment and selection, skills development, performance management, employment equity, Industrial Relations, payroll and benefit administration, induction, employee well-being, change management and organisational development.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders, e.g. Line Management, outside agencies, vendors, etc.
  • Proactively assisting Line Management in the optimisation of all HR services and processes
  • Participate in HR related projects e.g. performance management, induction, learnerships, graduate development programme, etc.
  • Ensure that IR issues are effectively resolved within policy guidelines.
  • HR Administration
  • Skills Development


Training and Development Practitioner

Aveng Grinaker-LTA
09.2008 - 12.2011
  • Conduct research and assess training and development needs
  • Determine training and development needs from performance appraisals, legislation and business needs
  • Organize staff training sessions, workshops.
  • Provide basic counseling to staff who have performance related obstacles
  • Conduct new staff orientations / inductions
  • Ensure the identified targets for all bursaries, apprenticeships and learnerships are met according to the business plan
  • Advise and control all internal and external training initiatives according to business needs and/or individual development needs
  • Ensure the availability and competency of resources needed for training implementation
  • Responsible for all SHEQ compliance training
  • Responsible for the compliance reports such as WSP & ATR, EE Report, BBBEE Report
  • Manage internships, learnerships and apprenticeships programmes
  • Learning Management System
  • Co-ordinate the Artisan Development Programme
  • Co-ordinate all training requests by arranging and recording courses on SAP LMS
  • Appoints training providers and mange service level agreements
  • Evaluates and update training materials and the curriculum of all the internal training materials
  • Liaise with the SETA regarding contract registrations, grants and rebates
  • Compile, monitor and allocate budget for the training dept accordingly
  • Monthly report on budget deviances
  • Monthly, quarterly and yearly reports
  • Co-ordinating Coaching and Mentoring project
  • Develop and implement career paths with Line Managers and Subject Matter experts (SMEs).
  • Develop job competency framework
  • Develop, implement and continuously evaluate the mentoring and coaching
  • Conduct promotion assessments.
  • Evaluate the performance of trainers and provide feedback on how their performance gaps can be closed
  • Implemented quality control processes, enhancing project accuracy and compliance with industry standards.

Training and Development Officer

Group Five Civil Engineering
04.2006 - 09.2008
  • Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff competencies and operational efficiency.Arrange training courses for staff and management.
  • Develop training policies and procedures
  • Collaborated with department heads to align training initiatives with strategic business objectives.
  • Coordinated scheduling of training sessions, ensuring availability of resources and materials for participants.
  • Compile and submit WSP & ATR
  • Monitor the training budget
  • Recruitment and selection of students and learners
  • Coordinate the Study Assistance Programme.
  • Maintain a record of students progress
  • Skills Audit and Training Needs Assessment
  • Partnered with external vendors to source specialized training content or services when required by organizational needs or strategic priorities.
  • Compile monthly, quarterly and annual training reports

Training Performance Consultant

Achieve Global
04.2005 - 04.2006
  • Analyzed training needs to deliver targeted development programs aligned with organizational goals.
  • Facilitated workshops and seminars to drive knowledge sharing and skills enhancement among participants.
  • Develop Workplace Skills Plan (WSP), and compile Annual Training Report (ATR)
  • Aligned courses to NQF Unit Standards.
  • Liaise with the Services SETA
  • Co-ordinate EE and SDA Committees and reports
  • Responsible for the developing and updating of the training curriculum
  • Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and performance metrics, ensuring continuous improvement.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to clients, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
  • Developed customized training programs for clients, resulting in enhanced workforce productivity.

Senior Training Course Developer

Standard Bank
03.2004 - 03.2005
  • Develop online IT (SAP) Training courses (e-learning)
  • Designed and developed training materials to enhance employee skill sets and improve performance.
  • Capture training interventions on Learning Management System
  • Conducted regular reviews of curriculum content for accuracy and relevancy, making necessary revisions as needed based on feedback from participants or changing needs within the organization.
  • Created blended learning experiences combining instructor-led sessions, e-learning modules, and hands-on activities to appeal to diverse learning preferences.

Senior Training Officer

Spoornet
08.2000 - 02.2004
  • Analyzed training needs assessments to tailor programs that align with organizational goals and employee growth.
  • Design, develop, implement and evaluate learning materials
  • Assist with Quality Management System
  • Implemented e-learning solutions to increase accessibility of training resources across diverse employee groups.
  • Oversaw compliance training initiatives, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and safety standards within operations.

ABET Coordinator

Anglo Gold
01.1999 - 07.2000
  • Present ABET classes to Anglo Gold employees.
  • Evaluate instructors and provide feedback.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.

ABET Teacher Trainer

English Resource Unit (Durban)
01.1994 - 12.1998
  • Developed and delivered training programs for English language educators.
  • Facilitated workshops to enhance teaching methodologies and classroom engagement.
  • Assessed teacher performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Mentored new trainers in effective delivery techniques and learner assessment strategies.
  • Conducted evaluations of training effectiveness to refine future programs and initiatives.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of teacher training programs using data-driven assessments, leading to continuous improvements in instructional practices.

Teacher

Meadowsweet High School
01.1991 - 12.1993
  • Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated student assessments, providing constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with parents and community members to support student success and well-being.
  • Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and adjust instructional methods.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and critical thinking skills.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.

Education

Grade 12 / Matric - undefined

Impande High School
01.1984

Primary Teachers Certificate - undefined

Umbumbulu College of Education
01.1990

Post Grad Diploma - Adult Education

University of KZN
01.1996

Education, Training and Development Practitioner - ETDP

UNISA
01.2004

Human Resource Management Programme - undefined

UNISA
01.2008

Leadership Development Programme - undefined

Towerstone
01.2010

Bachelor of Training and Development - BTD (HRD)

North-West University
01.2012

B Com (Hons) - Human Resources Management

University of Johannesburg
01.2017

Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Word skills
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel user
  • Proficient in PowerPoint design and delivery
  • Advanced Outlook user
  • Instructional coaching
  • Pedagogical skills
  • Training facilitation
  • Curriculum design
  • Evaluation methods
  • Teaching strategies
  • Workplace training

Certification

  • Assessor Course done - Registered with ETDP SETA
  • Training Facilitator done - Registered with ETDP SETA
  • Skills Development Facilitator
  • Moderator
  • Learning Materials Development
  • Business Writing Skills
  • HIV/AIDS Peer Educator
  • Project Management
  • Finance for Non-Financial Managers
  • Strategy Development
  • Change Management
  • Computer: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, SAP, Internet and Email
  • Managing Self Development Programme

References

Bell Philemon Mpebe, Airports Company South Africa, 072 581 2840

LANGUAGES SPOKEN

English, Zulu, Xhosa, and a bit of Afrikaans

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 660826 5507 08 1
  • Health Status: Very Good
  • ID Number: 660826 5507 08 1
  • Date of Birth: 26 August 1966
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Yes (Own Vehicle)
  • Marital Status: Married

Computer Literacy

Advanced Ms Word

Intermediate Ms Excel

Advanced Ms Powerpoint

Advanced Ms Outlook

Short Courses

  • Assessor Course done - Registered with ETDP SETA
  • Training Facilitator done - Registered with ETDP SETA
  • Skills Development Facilitator
  • Moderator
  • Learning Materials Development
  • Business Writing Skills
  • HIV/AIDS Peer Educator
  • Project Management
  • Finance for Non-Financial Managers
  • Strategy Development
  • Change Management
  • Computer: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, SAP, Internet and Email
  • Managing Self Development Programme

Dependants

2

Timeline

Curriculum Development Specialist

Transnet Freight Rail
06.2015 - 10.2021

Senior Learning and Development Consultant

Airports Company South Africa
11.2014 - 06.2015

Lead Practitioner: Learning: Graduate Development Programme

Sasol LTD
12.2012 - 10.2014

Human Resources Practitioner

Aveng Grinaker-LTA
01.2012 - 06.2012

Training and Development Practitioner

Aveng Grinaker-LTA
09.2008 - 12.2011

Training and Development Officer

Group Five Civil Engineering
04.2006 - 09.2008

Training Performance Consultant

Achieve Global
04.2005 - 04.2006

Senior Training Course Developer

Standard Bank
03.2004 - 03.2005

Senior Training Officer

Spoornet
08.2000 - 02.2004

ABET Coordinator

Anglo Gold
01.1999 - 07.2000

ABET Teacher Trainer

English Resource Unit (Durban)
01.1994 - 12.1998

Teacher

Meadowsweet High School
01.1991 - 12.1993

Grade 12 / Matric - undefined

Impande High School

Primary Teachers Certificate - undefined

Umbumbulu College of Education

Post Grad Diploma - Adult Education

University of KZN

Education, Training and Development Practitioner - ETDP

UNISA

Human Resource Management Programme - undefined

UNISA

Leadership Development Programme - undefined

Towerstone

Bachelor of Training and Development - BTD (HRD)

North-West University

B Com (Hons) - Human Resources Management

University of Johannesburg
Davis Bongani Msweli