MCINTOSH XABA& ASSOCIATES

INTRODUCTION TO LED
21 24 June 2011
This Skills Programme is a building block towards the LED qualification at NQF level 5 and is targeted at currently employed staff working in the field of Local Economic Development with the following purpose: To promote the development of LED related knowledge and skills To close identified knowledge and skills gaps To promote the professional development of municipal staff. There are 6 Skills Programmes within the LED Learnership. Successful completion of all of these (which can be done in the space of a year) will result in receiving full accreditation for the LED Learnership at NQF level 5. It is also possible to attend one of our programmes and decide from there if you wish to pursue the entire learnership. Each skills programme is 4 days long. This Skills Programme will build knowledgeable and skilled employees who are able to contribute to improved productivity and efficiency within the local government sphere. It will provide the means for current employees to upgrade their skills and to ultimately achieve a nationally recognized qualification. Each week-long skills Programme is highly interactive. The facilitator will present concepts and guide discussion, but participants will be encouraged and expected to contribute to group learning by linking the concepts discussed with their own work experience. Specific learning methods include short PowerPoint presentations, group work exercises, case studies, and participatory activities in plenary.

Background:

This skills programme presents South Africas national LED strategies, in particular the National LED Framework. It then considers international trends in conceptual approaches to LED & examines the World Bank model. Lessons learnt from international trends are applied to the South African context. The linkages between the IDP & LED strategy are explored in depth, taking into account the relevance of spatial development & infrastructure planning as well as specific government support funds. In addition, the process & support systems required to manage the LED process are outlined.

Content:

Upon successful completion of the module participants will: Understand the evolution of LED in South Africa & the thinking that underpins current LED efforts Be familiar with the most important governmental policies, strategies, & support funds relating to LED, particularly the National LED Framework Appreciate the strengths & weaknesses of some of the common approaches to LED around the world such as the World Bank model Understand & be able to capitalise on the linkages between LED & Integrated Development Planning

Outcomes:

The course is aimed at officials who are working in LED. However, as the material will be of interest to a much broader audience anyone is free to attend as long as they meet the entrance requirements. The language used for the training is English.

Audience:

Approach:

Participants who wish to be assessed must have Matric (FETC or equivalent qualification), and/or 5 years of relevant work experience. Learners should also be competent in Communication (NQF 4) and Computer Literacy (NQF 3). For those who do not want to be assessed there are no entry requirements. MXA is accredited by the Local Government SETA. This particular training is aligned to the following unit standards: 110487: Describe and explain national and provincial strategies and policies relevant to local economic development. (6 credits). 110485: Describe and explain a range of international trends in economic development. (6 credits). 110498: Identify and explain the process, institutional aspects and a support system for IDP. (8 credits). 14525: Present an informed argument on a current issue in a business sector. (5 credits). Participants who complete their assignments and are declared competent will receive a certificate of competence and gain 25 credits towards the qualification in Local Economic Development at NQF Level 5.

Entrance Requirements:

Accreditation:

The team from MXA are very thorough & extremely knowledgeable. The programme is very stimulating & has given me a wealth of knowledge
Anushka Makka, uThungulu District Municipality

LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING FOR RESULTS ORIENTATED PERFORMANCE

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Venue

Important Information:

The MXA training venue is at 195 Umhlanga Rocks, Durban North, KZN. Alternatively if there is a group of 15 or more learners in your area interested in doing the training, we could run it at a venue that suits you. Please call us to discuss the option that suits you.

Cost

The cost to attend 1 skills programme is R5000 excl vat (this includes all learning materials, assessment lunches and teas during the training as well as learner support). If there are 3 or more people attending from one municipality or organisation a discount of 10% is given. If you decide to sign up for the entire learnership (i.e. 6 skills programmes) a 10% discount on the overall price is also offered (though note that the former discount of 10% does not apply) which is a total of R27 000 excl VAT. If you would like us to run this training in your municipality, district or province (rather than attending training here in Durban) we can also do this at a greatly discounted rate. Please let us know if you would like a quote for this.

Registration

A maximum of 25 places is available. Payments to: Std Bank cheque account 051276577, Musgrave Rd Branch; Reference: Surname/ organisation/ municipality/ dept. Please fax/ email a proof of payment. Upon receiving your registration form you will be invoiced. Please note that payment must be received before the training commences. If the learner cancels their registration within 2 weeks of the training the learner will be reimbursed their fees. Cancellations within 1 week (7 days) of training will not be reimbursed and the full fee will be due.

Closing Date

The closing date for registration forms is 1 week before the commencement of the training. Participants will be notified on this day if the workshop is cancelled. Contact: Sne Makhanya, sne@mxa.co.za; Tel: 031 811 6855 / 031 563 4335 Fax: 031 563 4334 Accommodation: Limited accommodation at the venue is available at Tudor House Inn R550 per night (including dinner, bed and breakfast). See www.tudorhouseinn.co.za, or call 031 811 5394 / 072 563 7621

Upcoming IDP (NQF 5) Training in Durban North

How to develop an LED strategy 19 22 July 2011 The workshop looks at the different components of an LED strategy and how they all fit together. A range of tools used to conduct a local economy assessment are presented. The importance of using data and local research in formulating an LED strategy is discussed including different sources and types of data, as well as how to analyse these. The workshop aims to equip participants with the communication and coaching skills to facilitate successful participatory development initiatives. Both the facilitation and coaching skills are discussed specifically in an environment of Local Economic Development, yet anyone working, or interested in the field of development could benefit from the training

Facilitation & Coaching in an LED context 15 19 August 2011

Please note that we can also hold a workshop in your area catered around your specific needs.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT TRAINING FOR RESULTS ORIENTATED PERFORMANCE

To register LED Training at NQF level 5, please fill in the following brief form in full:
Name: I would like to register for (please tick): Intro to LED The LED Learnership NQF 5 Title: Organisation / Municipality:

Designation:

Work Postal Add:

Home Postal Add

Telephone:

Email: Fax: ID Number:

Cell phone: Municipal Order Number: VAT Number:

Highest Level of Education:

Special Dietary Requirements:

Please describe your previous LED Experience

Declaration of intent: I understand that by filling in and signing this form I am committing to attend the Intro to LED training (4 day skills programme). I am/am not (please circle) doing this course for accreditation purposes. I understand clearly that by signing this form I am committing to attend. Should I not be able to attend, a two weeks written notice will be forwarded to MXA, failing this full payment will be made. Learner name: Signature: Details of person who will process payment: Name & Designation: Email: Phone/fax number: Details of the person authorizing ______________________________ (learners name) attendance at this training: Name & Designation: Email: Phone/fax number: Signature: