Insights into the merSETA Virtual InterChamber Conference February 2023
The merSETA Virtual InterChamber Conference, set for 07-08 February 2023, features a diverse program with speakers such as Prof. Stephanie Matseleng Allais and Prof. Hoosen Rasool. Participants are guided on conference etiquette, including how to join, participate, and present effectively. Topics cover various sectors such as Metal & Engineering, Automotive Components, and more, offering valuable insights and networking opportunities for industry professionals.
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merSETA Virtual InterChamber Conference 07 08 February 2023 Programme Director : Chamber Unit Manager: Hosea Morapedi (Mr) 1
Joining the conference To Participate Remember Sit in a quiet space Raise hand to speak Follow the Agenda Arrive 30 minutes before start Unmute before speaking Adhere to the Chairpersons requests Join with camera off Camera should be ON while speaking Wait to be introduced if you are presenting. Join with mic off/on mute Be mindful of time allocations when presenting/speaking Introduce yourself and then raise your point/question Keep muted until required to speak Keep muted if not speaking Participate fully
Metal & Engineering Auto Plastics Manufacturing Manufacturing Basic iron and steel, non-ferrous metals products New Motor Vehicles Plastic Production Motor Retail & Aftermarket Automotive Component Manufacturing New Tyre Manufacturing Retail, Trade & Maintenance of motor vehicles and motor- cycle Automotive Components Rubber Products
BIOGRAPHS OF INTER CAHMBER CONFERENCE EXTERNAL PRESENTERS Prof. Stephanie Matseleng Allais is : Research Chair of Skills Development and Professor of Education at the Centre for Researching Education and Labour (REAL) at Wits University. Researches international education and development, focused on education/ work relationships. Books include: 1. Knowledge, Curriculum, and Preparation for Work, published in 2018 by Brill/SENSE, with Yael Shalem, 2. Selling Education Out: National Qualifications Frameworks and the abandonment of Knowledge, published in 2014 by Sense. Prof. is: 1. Editor of the Journal of Vocational Education and Training, and 2. On the editorial boards of: 2.1 The Journal of Education and Work, 2.2 The Curriculum Journal; 2.3 The International Journal of Training and Development, 2.4 Social Inclusion, and 2.5 The Journal of Continuing and Adult Education. Previously, Prof was: 1. A fellow at the Centre for Educational Sociology at the University of Edinburgh, and 2. A research associate at the International Labour Organization. Other prior work experience includes work for: 1. South African government 2. South African Trade Unions and 3. Many non-governmental organizations.
BIOGRAPHS OF INTER CAHMBER CONFERENCE EXTERNAL PRESENTERS Prof Hoosen Rasool is: The Director of FR Research Services, a bespoke consultancy based in South Africa that specialises in labour market research, customised labour market research training and advisory services to strengthen national education and training systems. He has served as technical advisor to the Department of Higher Education & Training (South Africa) on strengthening the national skills system; the Namibia Training Authority (Namibia) on TVET; and the Human Resource Development Council (Botswana) on sectoral skills planning. He consults to several international agencies such as the ILO, European Union, GIZ and UNESCO. Prof Hoosen Rasool was Managing Director of the Management College of Southern Africa (MANCOSA) between 2008 and 2012 and Quality Assurance Director in 1998-99. He was Chief Executive Officer of the Clothing, Textile, Footwear and Leather Sector Education and Training Authority between 2003 and 2007. Prior to this, he was Education and Training Quality Assurance Manager of the same organisation between 1999 and 2003. Prof Rasool is actively involved with research on labour markets, migration, industrial policy, skills anticipation and matching, TVET in several countries. Prof Rasool and his research team have conducted upward of 70 research studies in the last 10 years. He is also a research associate of the Durban University of Technology and the University of Pretoria.
TIME 08h30 09h00 09h00 09h15 09h15 10h00 ITEM Delegates to start connecting before the conference starts Opening and welcome Keynote address by Prof. Stephanie Matseleng-Allais - her recent inaugural lecture presented at Wits University on the topic : Why can t we get the right skills? State of the Organisation Address Presentation Break QCTO Presentation on the Implementation of the New Occupational Qualifications Transitional Arrangements QCTO Chief Director- Occupational Qualifications PRESENTER All merSETA Acting CEO: Ms. Disa Mpande Prof. Stephanie Matseleng-Allais 10h00 10h15 10h15 10h30 10h30 11h30 merSETA Acting COO: Mr. Naphtaly Mokgotsane All Management: Mr. Thomas Lata merSETA Manager- Quality Assurance: Mr. Thabo Mokwena Research & Innovation Project Chamber Committees Task Team Members & Providers 11h30 12h00 Organisation State of Readiness and Advocacy Arrangements in Response to the QCTO s Implementation of the New Occupational Qualifications Transitional Arrangements Presentations on the 2022-2023 Chamber Committees Strategic Research and Innovation Projects: 12h00 13h30 Metal Chamber -: Prof. Hoosen Rasool - FR Research The effects of gender-based violence on firms in the Metal and Engineering Sector Automotive Components Manufacturing -: Unpacking Automotive Components Manufacturing SIC Codes and activities of companies within the mer-sector for sectoral profiling to assess and understand industry readiness for the 4th industrial revolution . Prof. Hoosen Rasool - FR Research 13h30 14h00 14h00 14h10 14h10 16h00 Lunch Confirmation of logistical arrangements for breakaway sessions Chamber breakaway session to allow Chamber Committees: All Program Director 1. To reflect and propose way forward on the New Occupational Qualifications Transitional Arrangements for the subsector Chamber identification of trade qualifications to be prioritised for conversion into new Occupational Qualifications Chamber identification of courseware development with regard to QCTO s new Occupational Qualifications transitional arrangements Chamber Committees Representatives 2. 3.
Confirmation of logistical arrangements for breakaway sessions Notices of Chamber Committees Breakaway sessions were communicated yesterday, 06/02/ 23 by following merSETA H/O based staff members: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Ms. Peggy Moeng - Plastics Chamber Mr. Kenneth Tsoaeli - ACM Chamber Mr. Pride Chuene Motor Chamber Mr. Mpumelelo Nyathi- NTC Chamber Mr. Sandile Gumede Metal Chamber Mr. Bongkosi Ngcupe Auto Chamber Breakaway Session Programme: 1. 2. 3. 3.1 3.2. 3.3 Nomination of Chairperson Nomination of scriber / rapporteur during plenary session on day two of the conference Discussion points To reflect and propose way forward on the New Occupational Qualifications Transitional Arrangements for the subsector. Chamber identification of trade qualifications to be prioritised for conversion into new Occupational Qualifications Chamber identification of courseware development with regard to QCTO s new Occupational Qualifications transitional arrangements The following Quality Assurors (QA) are allocated as a resource during breakaway sessions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Mr. Archie Mdakane Metal and Engineering Mr. Ghaleed Amlay Plastics Manufacturing Mr. Saliem Dolley Auto Manufacturing and Assembling Mr. Wilfred Rantsane Motor Retail and Aftermarket Mr. Temba Nleya New Tyre Manufacturing and Ms. Flora Mokgomo Automotive Competent Manufacturing
TIME ITEM PRESENTER 09h00 09h10 Feedback from Chamber breakaway sessions Program Director 09h10 10h00 Feedback from Metal Chamber Presenter (15 min) Chamber Committees Representatives Feedback from Motor Chamber Presenter (15 min) Feedback from Plastics Chamber Presenter (15 min) 10h00 10H15 Break ALL 10h15 11h00 Feedback from Auto Chamber Presenter (15 min) Chamber Committees Representatives Feedback from New Tyre Chamber Presenter (15 min) Feedback from Automotive Components Chamber (15 min) 11h00 11h15 Closing Remarks and Vote of Thanks merSETA Corporate Services Executive: Mr. Rajesh Jock Conference Closure
