Remote Early Childhood Development Training & Mentorship Role – ECCE Sector

Cotlands is seeking 8 ECD Mentor/Trainer/Facilitator professionals to join its national team. This permanent role operates fully remotely and supports Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) programmes across Gauteng and nationally.

Cotlands is a registered non-profit organisation (NPO) with over 89 years of experience delivering quality play-based early learning through ECCE hubs nationwide. These hubs integrate centre-based early learning, learning-materials libraries, accredited and non-accredited training, and caregiver-baby playgroups.

This position is suited to individuals who resonate with the organisation’s values of play, responsibility, excellence, impact, possibilities, and responsiveness.

Purpose of the Role

The ECD Mentor/Trainer/Facilitator is responsible for mentoring dependent and independent adult learners through a blended learning journey.

The role includes managing and coordinating all learner-related activities, including enrolments, progress tracking, assessments, and stakeholder communication.

The position provides day-to-day support and encouragement to ensure learners overcome challenges and are adequately prepared for final assessments.

This is a fully remote working position requiring a home office setup and strong internet connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Mentorship and Support

The Mentor/Trainer/Facilitator must manage relationships effectively, including resolving conflicts where necessary.

The role requires operating with passion, commitment, and emotional intelligence when engaging with adult learners.

Key issues and challenges must be identified quickly, and practical solutions must be implemented to support learner success.

Practitioners and toy librarians must be supported in setting learning goals that align with the learner journey.

Stakeholders, capacity, and resources must be proactively aligned to achieve objectives efficiently.

A supportive learning environment must be created and maintained throughout the learning journey.

The role requires embracing change, facilitating adaptation, and helping others accept new ideas and approaches.

2. Plan, Prepare and Implement as per SOPs

Learning activities must be implemented in alignment with the approved Learning Journey framework.

Online and in-person support sessions for adult learners must be facilitated effectively.

Assessments must be conducted accurately, and progress reports must be compiled in a timely and structured manner.

Communication must be maintained with learners, donors, team members, and accrediting bodies.

Goals and timelines must be clearly set, communicated, and tracked.

Resources must be utilised efficiently to ensure programme effectiveness.

Participation in meetings and feedback sessions is required to support programme improvement.

Minimum Requirements

Relevant degree or qualification

Early Childhood Development qualification advantageous (Minimum ECD Level 5)

Minimum 3 years’ proven track record in training or facilitating within the ECD sector

Ability to speak and understand English and an additional African language

Experience in managing, mentoring, and coaching adult learners

Good written and oral communication skills

Results-oriented, strategic thinker and planner

Valid driver’s license

Strong administrative and planning skills

Management and leadership skills

Strong time management skills

Strong working knowledge of MS Office and M&E software and/or programmes

Strong internet connectivity

Home office/space suitable for remote working

Candidates applying for this ECD mentor job must demonstrate experience in adult education, training facilitation, and strategic programme implementation within the Early Childhood Development sector.

Core Competencies

Leadership

Social skills

Cognitive skills

Management skills

Achievement orientation

Integrity

Commitment to excellence

Innovativeness

These competencies are essential for professionals seeking remote ECD trainer and facilitator roles within the NGO and early learning sector.

Role Impact

The ECD Mentor/Trainer/Facilitator plays a significant role in strengthening early childhood education capacity through mentorship and training.

By supporting adult learners, the role contributes to improving the quality of play-based early learning experiences delivered through ECCE hubs.

Accurate assessment and structured mentoring ensure learners are prepared for final assessments and practical application.

The position contributes to long-term impact within communities by supporting educators and practitioners in delivering quality early childhood programmes.

Work Environment and Operational Focus

This is a fully remote role requiring disciplined time management and structured programme coordination.

The position demands consistent communication with multiple stakeholders, including learners, donors, accrediting bodies, and internal teams.

Strong planning and administrative capability are essential to ensure learner progress is effectively managed.

The ECD Mentor/Trainer/Facilitator must operate independently while contributing to a collaborative national team environment.

Employment Details

Position: ECD Mentor/Trainer/Facilitator
Job Reference Number: Mentor202601
Company: Cotlands
Industry: Human Resources / Early Childhood Development
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gauteng (Fully Remote)
Positions Available: 8
Closing Date: Not specified

Applicants who do not receive feedback after the recruitment process may consider their application unsuccessful.

Employment Equity

Cotlands is committed to inclusive and equitable employment practices in alignment with organisational values and applicable legislation.

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