Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a suitable and qualified pool/panel of nine (9) external quality assurance inspectors to conduct assessments, accreditation, and monitoring visits across various sites nationally. The inspectors will support the QCTO and SASSETA in ensuring compliance with accreditation and assessment standards until 31 March 2030.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Conducting adhoc assessments, accreditation, and monitoring visits to QCTO/SASSETA-approved sites.
• Verifying candidates’ work and provider decisions in line with accreditation and assessment requirements.
• Reporting on the status of providers and ensuring adherence to quality assurance standards.
• Engaging in site visits and inspections on an adhoc basis as required.
• Providing expertise and support to maintain quality standards across the national footprint.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Possession of an ETD qualification, verified by SAQA if international.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in external inspections, moderation, verification, or related quality assurance activities with SETAs, ETQAs, or government training institutions.
• Provision of signed reference letters from clients demonstrating completed relevant assignments.
• Experience in undertaking external inspections, moderation, verification for learner results endorsement, monitoring, and assessment.
• Availability to work from appointment date until 31 March 2030.
• Adherence to SASSETA’s reporting and reporting timelines, including submitting reports within seven (7) working days after each visit.
• Compliance with confidentiality and data protection laws, including signing confidentiality agreements.

Skills Requirements

The skills and experience required for the team members include:

• Extensive experience in external quality assurance activities such as inspections, moderation, verification, and assessment within the skills development environment.
• Proven ability to undertake site visits and produce comprehensive reports.
• Strong understanding of accreditation and assessment standards aligned with QCTO/SASSETA requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate satisfaction from previous clients through reference letters.
• Team members must submit detailed CVs outlining their years of relevant experience.
• The team manager must be identified, and their CV included, demonstrating leadership and relevant expertise.