1. Fasset Presentation July 2009 Valuing Diversity in the Workplace

2. 2 2 Seta Landscape 3 possibilities  Clustering of Seta's  Disband Seta's Maintain status quo Public hearings July 2009 Final decision at National Skills Conference October 2009

3. 3 3 Seta Landscape Business as usual Setas no longer report to the Department of Labour Setas are to move to Department of Higher Education and Training Final structures are not yet in place, public will be notified as more information becomes available

4. 4 4 National Skills Fund Funding window for development projects that support growth sectors of the SA economy Application form and guideline available on Fasset’s website R1.5 billion available 1st window closed 30 April, currently evaluating If additional funds available, 2nd window applications open 1 August 2009

5. 5 5 Fasset Disability Toolkit Employment of people with disabilities in SA and the finance sector is currently as follows Goal is to facilitate the accelerated employment and retention of people with disabilities

6. 6 6 Fasset Disability Toolkit Aims to create awareness Case studies offer guidance Legislation – how to comply Challenges in employing people with disabilities Good practice and recommendation strategies Retention and available resources

7. 7 7 Mandatory Grant 2009 Mandatory Grant was due 30 June 2009 Includes WSP and ATR The grants are currently being assessed Payments from August 2009

8. 8 8 Strategic Cash Grant (SCG) Up to 20% of SDL Approved Mandatory Grant is a prerequisite For education & training interventions in strategic areas for 2009 calendar year Deadline is 31 March 2010 Form and guidelines from www.fasset.org.za

9. 9 9 Scarce and Critical Skills Scarce Skills: people needed to fill job vacancies Critical Skills: a specific skill that is ‘critical’ to the full functioning of a person within their job Job titles are linked OFO codes Organising Framework for Occupations A coding system to enable cross sector and national research 2009/2010 Scarce Skills Guide

10. 10 Learnership Cash Grant (LCG) Learnership commencement period 1 January to 31 December 2009 Any extension applications must reach Fasset on or before 31 March 2010 Grant due 31 March 2010 Higher amount for people with disabilities – R27,000 vs. R47,250 for 3-year programme

11. 11 Tax Amendment Bill Released for public comment Documents can be found on www.treasury.gov.za Substantial and positive changes regarding the learnership tax allowance An increase in the allowance for multi-year learnerships Forward your comments directly to Treasury and/or work with your professional body

12. 12 Lifelong Learning 2009 JulyManaging Diversity in the Workplace July – AugGeneral Client Services Aug – SepBusiness Development and Marketing Sep – OctComplying with Changes in Legislation Sept – OctCommunication Skills Oct – NovInnovation and Creativity NovThe Organisation as a Site of Learning Excellence

13. 13 Lifelong Learning 2010 FebManaging Change Feb – MarchOffice Etiquette MarchIntroduction to the Role of SDF March – AprilBudget & Tax Update 2010 Free events Register on www.fasset.org.za Dependent on Seta Landscape 2010 – 2015

14. 14 Thank You Fasset Call Centre 086 101 0001 www.fasset.org.za