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PRIORITY SKILLS (CURRENT AND FUTURE)
Table 1: Future Jobs in the Global Market (Driven by Fourth Industrial Revolution)
Redundant Jobs Stable Jobs Future Jobs
Data Entry Clerks Managing Directors & Chief Executive Data Analysts & Scientists
Accounting, Bookkeeping & Payroll Clerks
General & Operations Managers Machine Learning Specialists
Administrative and Executive Secretaries
Software & Applications Developers & Analysts
General & operations Managers
Assembly & Factory Workers Data Analysts & Scientists Big Data Specialists
Client Information & Customer Service Workers
Sales & Marketing Professionals Digital Transformation Specialists
Client Information and Customer Service Workers
Sales Representatives, Wholesale & Manufacturing, Technical & Scientific Products
Sales & Marketing Professionals
Business Services & Administration Managers
Human Resource Specialists New Technology Specialists
Accountants & Auditors Financial & Investment Advisers Organisational Development Specialists
Material- Recording and Stock- Keeping Clerks
Database & Network Professionals Software & Applications Developers & Analysts
General & Operations Managers Supply Chain & Logistic Specialists Information Technology Services
Postal Service Clerks Risk Management Specialists Process Automation Specialists
Financial Analysts Information Security Analysts Innovation Professionals
Cashiers & Ticket Clerks Management & Organisation Analysts Information Security Analysts
Mechanics & Machinery Repairers Electro technology Engineers Ecommerce & Social Media Specialists
Telemarketers Organisational Development Specialists User experience & Human – Machine Interaction Designers
Electronics & Telecommunications installers & Repairs
Chemical Processing Plant Operators Training & Development Specialists
Bank Tellers & Related Clerks University and Higher Education Teachers
Robotics Specialists & Engineers
Car, Van &Motorcycle Drivers Compliance Officers People & Culture Specialists
Sales & Purchasing Agents & Brokers Energy & Petroleum Engineers Client Information & Customer Service Workers
Door to Door Sales Workers, News & Street Vendors & Related Workers
Robotics Specialists & Engineers Service & Solutions Designers
Statistical, Finance & Insurance Clerks Petroleum & Natural Gas Refining Plant Operators
Digital Marketing & Strategy Specialists
Lawyers Cyber Security
Source: World Economic Forum (2018). The Future of Jobs Report
Table 2: Future Skills
SOFT SKILLS
Problem Solving Skills Cognitive Flexibility Visual, Auditory & Speech
Critical Thinking Reasoning and ideation Active learning & Strategies
Creativity, originality & Initiative Leadership & Social influence
Judgement and Decision Making
People Management Analytical Thinking & Innovation
Service Orientation
Coordination Quality & Operational control
Negotiation & Persuasion
Emotional Intelligence Complex problem solving Time management
Adaptability Collaboration
Source: World Economic Forum (2016, 2018). The Future of Jobs Report
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Table 3: Forecasts for Botswana’s Top Occupations in Demand
Occupations
Forecasts
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Sales, Marketing and
Development Managers
730 665 618 555 477 387 285 169 42 -96
Manufacturing, Mining,
Construction and
Distribution Managers
-315 -387 -368 -373 -391 -409 -429 -450 -473 -496
Retail and Wholesale Trade
Managers
-61 -66 -70 -74 -79 -84 -89 -95 -101 -108
Hotel and Restaurant
Managers
-63 -68 -74 -79 -86 -92 -99 -107 -116 -125
Finance Professionals 269 214 198 204 176 143 106 63 17 -34
Engineering Professionals
(excluding Electro
technology)
476 472 482 487 477 457 430 392 347 295
Architects, Planners,
Surveyors and Designers
-230 -301 -267 -266 -274 -283 -293 -303 -313 -324
Physical and Earth Science
Professionals
-72 -151 -120 -90 -92 -94 -95 -98 -100 -102
Medical Doctors -91 -97 -103 -110 -117 -124 -132 -140 -149 -158
Nursing and Midwifery
Professionals
-182 -199 -181 -194 -197 -200 -203 -206 -209 -212
Life Science Professionals 297 295 296 295 292 288 282 274 265 254
Veterinarians -428 -436 -444 -453 -461 -469 -477 -485 -494 -502
Database and Network
Professionals
-53 -92 -96 -66 -69 -72 -76 -79 -83 -87
University and Higher
Education Teachers -124 -111 -107 -97 -92 -83 -76 -69 -61 -54
Vocational and Technical
Education Teachers
1205 1203 1209 1213 1206 1193 1175 1149 1120 1085
Primary School and Early
Childhood Teachers
-130 -131 -130 -130 -130 -131 -133 -135 -138 -140
Legal Professionals -125 -127 -129 -132 -134 -245 -140 -142 -125 -127
Process Control
Technicians
-92 -207 -153 -122 -126 -130 -134 -138 -142 -147
Telecommunications and
Broadcasting Technicians
-45 -47 -50 -52 -55 -58 -61 -64 -68 -71
Ship and Aircraft
Controllers and Technicians
-65 -69 -73 -77 -82 -87 -92 -97 -103 -109
Veterinary Technicians and
Assistants
-30 -31 -33 -35 -36 -38 -40 -42 -44 -46
Sales and Purchasing
Agents and Brokers
632 626 624 620 611 597 581 560 536 509
Business Services Agents 560 541 520 499 469 432 390 341 287 227
Primary, Pre-Primary,
Vocational and Technical
Education Teachers
1205 1203 1209 1213 1206 1193 1175 1149 1120 1085
Client Information Workers 1481 1383 1402 1398 1358 1306 1243 1169 1085 991
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Occupations
Forecasts
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Material Recording and
Transport Clerks
378 288 315 309 283 252 217 176 131 81
Travel Attendants,
Conductors and Guides
-95 -100 -105 -111 -117 -123 -130 -137 -144 -152
Cooks 739 688 644 592 525 446 356 253 140 14
Waiters and Bartenders 2993 2956 2939 2911 2855 2780 2688 2574 2445 2300
Hairdressers, Barbers,
Beauticians and Related
Workers
283 273 260 242 219 194 166 132 94 54
Market Gardeners and Crop
Growers
301 294 286 277 261 244 223 197 169 138
Animal Producers 609 607 607 606 599 589 576 558 538 516
Building Frame and
Related Trades Workers
8321 8259 8281 8230 8130 7985 7795 7547 7270 6955
Building Finishers and
Related Trades Workers
2610 2524 2534 2564 2530 2481 2416 2333 2241 2136
Painters, Building
Structures, Cleaners and
Related Trades Workers
4062 4016 4035 4048 4014 3958 3884 3785 3671 3542
Sheet and Structural Metal
Workers, Moulders and
Welders, and Related
Workers
2486 2423 2495 2463 2441 2407 2362 2301 2232 2152
Blacksmiths, Tool Makers
and Related Trades
Workers
-86 -138 -71 -108 -110 -112 -114 -116 -119 -121
Printing Trades Workers -30 -32 -33 -33 -34 -34 -35 -35 -36 -37
Electrical Equipment
Installers and Repairers
314 195 254 264 250 232 211 185 158 128
Electronics
Telecommunications,
Installers and Servicers
145 139 136 131 123 115 105 94 81 67
Food Processing and
Related Trades Workers
2111 2089 2087 2080 2050 2010 1960 1895 1821 1737
Garment and Related
Trades Workers
595 577 578 579 567 555 540 519 496 469
Mining and Mineral-
Processing Plant Operators
99 -61 158 42 36 29 21 12 1 -10
Metal Processing and
Finishing Plant Operators
-20 -44 -11 -28 -29 -29 -29 -30 -30 -31
Chemical and Photographic
Products Plant and Machine
Operators
322 298 330 314 311 306 299 291 282 271
Rubber, Plastic and Paper
Products Machine
Operators
-21 -23 -24 -25 -26 -27 -28 -29 -30 -32
Textile, Fur and Leather
Products Machine
Operators
-81 -90 -87 -91 -95 -98 -101 -104 -107 -111
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Occupations
Forecasts
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Food and Related Products
Machine Operators
-30 -33 -34 -35 -37 -39 -41 -43 -45 -47
Mobile Plant and
Machinery Operators
464 377 464 426 415 401 384 363 340 314
Locomotive Engine Drivers
and Related Workers
560 544 564 555 550 542 532 519 503 485
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Table 4: Technical and Soft skills for the top occupations in demand for Botswana
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Health Sector
Specialist Medical
Practitioners
Family Physician,
Cardiologist,
Anaesthesiologist,
Orthopaedics, Oncologist,
Emergency Care Specialist /
Emergency Physicians,
Neurologist, Dermatologist,
Surgeons, Neurosurgeon,
Psychiatrists,
Ophthalmologist, Obstetrics
Gynaecologist, Ear, Nose &
Throat (ENT) Specialists,
Palliative Care Specialist,
Urologist, Haematologist,
Radiologist, Geriatrics
physicians, Occupational
Medicine Specialists,
Paediatricians Specialists,
Internal Medicine Specialists
Specialists Medical
Practitioners have
Specialized Technical Skills
which are described in the
Health HRD Sector Plan
Communication,
Collaboration, Empathy,
Ethics, Morals, Interpersonal,
Compassion, Time
Management, Problem
Solving, Team Work, Attention
to Detail
Nursing Specialists Nurse Anaesthetists, Family
Nurse Practitioner, Theatre
Nurse, Midwife, Community
Health Nurse, Critical Care
Nurse, Paediatric Nurse,
Diabetic Nurse, Cardiac
Nurse, Oncology Nurse,
Dialysis Nurse, Neonatal
Nurse, Case Management
Nurse, Ophthalmic Nurse,
Psychiatric Nurse, Mental
Health Nurse, Palliative Care
Nurse & Public Health Nurse
Nursing Specialists have
Specialized Technical Skills
which are described in the
Health HRD Sector Plan
Communication,
Collaboration, Empathy,
Ethics, Morals, Interpersonal,
Compassion, Time
Management, Problem
Solving, Team Work, Attention
to Detail
Pharmacist
Specialists
Industrial Pharmacist,
Regulator Pharmacist, Public
Health Pharmacist
Pharmacists Specialists
have Specialized Technical
Skills which are described
in the Health HRD Sector
Plan
Investigation, Attention to
Detail, Teamwork, Time
Management, Critical
Thinking, Problem Solving
Medical Laboratory
Scientists Specialists
Haematologist, Chemist
Scientists, Histotechnology,
Cytologist
Medical Laboratory
Scientists Specialists have
Specialized Technical Skills
which are described in the
Health HRD Sector Plan
Investigation, Attention to
Detail, Patience, Problem
Solving, Communication,
Teamwork, Time Management,
Critical Thinking
Radiographers
Specialists
Ultrasonographer, Magnetic
Resonance Imaging (MRI),
Computerised Tomography
(CT)
Radiographers Specialists
have Specialized Technical
Skills which are described
in the Health HRD Sector
Plan
Communication, Attention to
Detail Orientation,
Interpersonal, Mathematics,
Physical Stamina, Work Ethics,
Dentists specialists Maxillofacial Surgeon,
Orthodontists, Community
Dentists
Dentists Specialists have
Specialized Technical Skills
which are described in the
Health HRD Sector Plan
Communication, Empathy,
Ethics, Morals, Interpersonal,
Compassion, Attention to
Details, Time Management,
Problem Solving, Team work
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Radiographers Operate Complex
Machinery
Attention to Detail,
Orientation, Interpersonal,
Mathematics, Physical
Stamina, Work Ethics,
Communication
Occupational
Therapists
Assessment, Development
& Implementation, Record
Keeping, Statistical
Analysis, Data Management
Decision Making, Customer
Focus, Time Management,
Ethics, Values, Adaptability,
Communication, Patience,
Compassion, Interpersonal
Radiotherapist Operate Complex
Machinery
Detail Oriented,
Interpersonal,
Physical stamina.
Perfusionist Operate highly sensitive and
complex medical equipment
Listening, Communication,
Critical Thinking, Monitoring,
Operation Judgment, Decision
Making, Problem Solving,
Medical Physics Medical Physicists Research, Diagnosis,
Adaptability to
Technologies
(e.g. Magnetic Resonance
Imaging (MRI))
Communication, Critical-
Thinking, Data-Analysis,
Decision Making, Observation
Orthotics Designing, Measuring,
working with different tools
Communication, Detail
Oriented, Patience, Physical
Dexterity, Physical Stamina,
Problem Solving.
Biomedical
Engineers &
Technicians
Designing and Creating
Equipment’s and Devices,
Computer Systems, and
Software used in
Healthcare, Management of
Current Medical Equipment
Analytical, Communication,
Creativity, Mathematics,
Problem-solving
Health Education
Assistants
Teaching, Assessment,
Program Development,
Evaluation, Advocacy
Communication, Compassion,
Listening, Work Ethics,
Morals, Values, Integrity,
Professionalism, Team Work
Dieticians Assessment, Counselling,
Planning, Evaluation,
Advocacy, Research,
Inventory Keeping
Analytical, Compassion.
Communication, Listening,
Problem-Solving
General Medical
Practitioner
Treating Acute and Chronic
Illnesses, Preventive Care,
Health Education,
Managing Types of Illness
Communication, Empathy,
Ethical, Morals, Interpersonal,
Compassion, Attention to
Details, Time Management,
Problem Solving, Team work
General Nursing
Professional
Assessment , Record
Keeping, Observing
Patients and Recordings,
Administering Patients’
Medicines and Treatments,
Setting up Plans for
Patients’ Care, Consultation
and Collaboration,
Communication, Patient Care,
Compassion, Detail Oriented,
Interpersonal, Emotional
Stability, Physical Stamina,
Emergency Care, Critical-
Thinking, Leadership,
Resourcefulness
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Operating and Monitoring,
Diagnostic Tests and
Analysis
Pharmacists Counselling, Calibration of
Laboratory Equipment,
Clinical Practice
Action Oriented, Customer
Focus, Perseverance, Time
Management, Integrity, Trust,
Analytical, Communication,
Computer Skills, Detail
Oriented, Managerial
Pharmaceutical
Technicians &
Assistant
Data Collection,
Measurement, Packaging
and Labelling, Inventory
Keeping, Financial
Management, Computer
Skills, Planning,
Consultation
Customer-Service, Detail
Oriented, Listening,
Mathematics, Teamwork
Medical Laboratory
Scientists &
Technicians
Use Technology, Screening,
Implementation and
Interpretation,
Investigation, Planning &
Management, Review
Laboratory Safety
Guidelines
Detail Oriented, Dexterity.
Physical Stamina, Critical
Thinking, Investigation,
Problem Solving, Time
Management, Communication,
Patience, Attention to Detail
Physiotherapists Evaluation,
Problem Solving,
Diagnosis, Designing and
Execution of
Treatment Plans,
Managerial
Customer Focus, Time
Management, Interpersonal
Savvy, Communication,
Listening, Compassion,
Conflict Resolution
Audiologists &
Speech Therapists
Public Education,
Rehabilitation, Diagnostic
Assessment, Initiation of
Programs, Rehabilitation
Intervention
Action Oriented,
Approachability, Customer
Focus, Time Management,
Communication, Listening,
Compassion, Patience
Psychologists Analytical, Psychological
Care, Assessment, Research
and Planning
Problem Solving, Creativity,
Negotiations, Presentation,
Communication, Decision
Making, Time Management,
Customer Focus, Composure,
Listening, Interpersonal Savvy,
Compassion, Managing
Diversity, Compassion,
Approachability, Integrity,
Trust, Observational,
Patience, Problem-solving
Dentists Diagnosis of Diseases,
Injuries and Conditions of
the Oral Maxillofacial,
Restoration of Teeth
damaged by decay, Trauma
or Disease, Extraction of
Teeth, Performing Minor
Oral Surgical Procedures,
Carrying out Treatment
under General Anaesthesia,
Communication (both oral and
written), Attention to Detail,
Time Management, Manual
Dexterity, Compassion, Work
Ethics, Problem Solving,
Interpersonal, Flexibility and
Adaptability, Teamwork, Self-
Confidence, Skilled Cognitive
Capabilities, Professionalism,
Patience, Physical stamina
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Radiograph Prescription,
Taking and Interpretation,
Oral Health Promotion
Dental Therapists Diagnosis of Diseases,
Injuries and Conditions of
the Oral Maxillofacial,
Restoration of Teeth
damaged by Decay, Trauma
or Disease, Extraction of
Teeth, Radiograph
Prescription, Oral Health
Promotion, Manual
Dexterity
Critical Thinking, Detail
Oriented, Problem-solving,
Communication, Attention to
Detail, Time Management,
Compassion, Work Ethics,
Problem Solving,
Interpersonal, Flexibility and
Adaptability, Teamwork, Self-
Confidence, Patience,
Paramedical
Practitioners
Give Medications Orally
and Intravenously, Interpret
Electrocardiograms
Compassion, Interpersonal,
Listening, Physical Strength,
Problem-Solving, Speaking,
Time Management
Healthcare Assistants Prepare Patients for
Diagnostic/Treatment
Therapies, Prepare ,
Collects & Delivers
Equipment, Supplies,
Medical Records,
Laboratory Specimen
Results, Diagnosis
Approachability, Action
Oriented, Peer Relationships,
Ethics, Values, Customer
Focus
Public Sector
Specialist
Lawyers
Labour lawyers, Intellectual
property Lawyers,
Negotiation Lawyers,
Corporate Lawyers, Tax
Attorney
Differ according to area of
specialisation
Commercial Awareness,
Communication,
Attention to Detail,
Time Management
Resilience and Self-
Confidence,
Perseverance,
Persuasive
Leadership
Procurement
(Supply Chain)
Professionals
Product Understanding,
Cost Accounting, Financial
Literacy,
Business Ethics, e-
Procurement System
Customer relations
Lawyers People Skills,
Collaboration, Academic
Ability, Principles of Law,
Law Procedures,
Research, Analytical
Articulation, Communication,
Attention to Detail,
Time Management,
Critical Thinking,
Quick Thinking
Fire Fighters First-aid and Fire rescue
Ability to follow
instructions
Communication, Integrity,
Composure, Teamwork,
Problem-Solving, Patience,
Understanding and Sensitivity,
Confidence, Resilience,
Adaptability and Flexibility.
10
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Town and
Traffic Planners
Physical Planner, Urban
Planner, Regional Planner
Urban & Regional Planning,
Regulation Procedures,
Designing, Map reading,
Research and Policy, IT
Critical Thinking, Attention to
Details, Communication,
Teamwork
Agriculture Sector
Horticulture
Production
Specialists
Specialists for Horticulture Practical-Skills for
equipment and vehicles,
Safety, Health and
Environment (SHE)
Horticultural
Techniques and Equipment,
Production Methods and
Techniques, Irrigation
Systems, Soil Science,
Environment Management,
Chemical and disinfectant
Applications, IT Skills
Supervisory, Teamwork,
Decision Making, Critical
Thinking, Flexibility,
Motivation, Management,
Communication, Creative
Thinking, Evaluation,
Diagnosis,
Entrepreneurship
Entomologists Understanding of Insects,
Experimental Design,
Chemical Composition,
Creative Thinking, Problem
Solving, Decision Making,
Motivation, Teamwork,
Agronomists
and Breeders
Maths, Analytics,
Seed Production, Plant
Breeding Genetics and
Technology, Entomology
and Weed Control,
Experimental Design and
Statistics, Agriculture, Soil
Science, Meteorology,
Quality Procedures &
Control.
Critical Thinking, Problem
Solving, Decision Making,
Motivation, Teamwork,
Animal
scientists
Breeders,
Animal Physiologists,
Animal Nutritionist,
Chemical Composition,
Animal Health,
Food Chemistry,
Diet Combination,
Optimal Environment
Analytical
Problem Solving
Patient, Gentle,
Critical Thinking
Range
ecologists
Expertise in one or more
groups of living organisms,
capacity to identify different
species,
statistics and ecological
data,
ICT, analysing and
presenting data and reports
Fodder production, range
improvement and
management.
Environmental
management and
conservation.
Enthusiasm, Communication,
Passionate, Adaptability,
Teamwork, Motivation,
Flexibility, Creative Thinking,
Communication
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Soil scientists Testing and
Interpreting results,
Skills on Sampling
Procedures, Numerical
Skills, Applied
Research, Applied
Sciences
Patience,
Communication, Team
Work, Leadership
Beekeepers Knowledge on bee
biology and
behaviour, bee
handling
Passionate, Patience, Prudence,
Gentle
Beekeeping
processors
Honey, wax products Bee handling, bee
behaviour, bee harvesting
Patience, prudence, hygiene
Dairy
scientists/techno
logists
dairy industry development
research and data analysis,
interpretation, dairy farm
management, dairy
machinery, management in
breeding programs,
processing procedures and
engineering process.
Supervisory skills,
Entrepreneurial, ICT, good
communication
Agriculture
Climatologists
Data Analysis, Radar and
Satellite Imagery, Computer
Modelling, Forecasting,
Research, Atmospheric
Dispersion, Physical and
Chemical Transformation
of Pollutants, GIS Remote
Sensing, Computer
Programming
Management Skills
IT Skills
Computational Skills
Feed Specialists Animal Nutrition,
Experimental Design,
Statistics, Quality
Assurance, Livestock
Production, Feed Storage,
Pests and Preservation.
Biochemistry, Feed
Processing Techniques,
Quality Procedures and
Control.
Analytical,
Teamwork, Motivation,
Flexibility, Creative Thinking,
Communication, Teamwork,
Creative Thinking.
Artificial
Insemination
Understand the
reproductive anatomy,
Identification, Pregnancy
Diagnosis,
Synchronization,
Reproductive Assessment
Communication,
IT Skills,
Record keeping
Plant
Pathologists
Knowledge of Plants, Trees
and Shrubs
Chemical Composition
Mineralogical Composition
of Soils
Judgement & Decision Making
Problem Solving
Instructing
Monitoring
Irrigation
specialists
Evaluation, Irrigation
Methods, Equipment
Application, Scheduling
Supervisory and Management,
ICT Skills
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Techniques, Mathematical
Skills
Agriculture
Economists
Science Management, farm
management, Agric
Business, environment and
natural resources, food and
agricultural policy,
Research
Team work, Critical Thinking,
Problem Solving, Decision
making
Veterinarians/P
athologists
Animal Scientist, Animal
Doctors, Technical Officer
Animal Health, Animal
Science, Veterinary Science
Case Reporting,
Interviewing, Report
Writing
Teamwork, Supervisory,
Communication, Critical
Thinking
Farm machinery
operators
Machinery Operators,
fertilizer applicators,
sprayers, planters, harvesters
and borehole mechanics
Drive and Control Farm
Equipment,
Instrumentation, Operate
Towed Machines,
Stationary Equipment and
Maintain Farm Irrigation
Equipment,
Computer, Supervisory and
Management, Logic Thinking,
Teamwork, Adaptability
Farm Managers Agricultural Production, IT,
HR, Mechanization,
Accounting,
Administrative, Marketing
and Sales, Quality
Procedures and Control,
statistics, Entrepreneurship
Emotional Stability, Conflict
Resolution, Self-Confidence,
Logic Thinking,
Adaptability, Supervisory,
Problem Solving, Decision
Making, Communication,
Analytical, Self-Motivation
Agriculture
Engineers
Designing, Systems
Techniques,
Environmental
Management,
Testing Equipment ,
Computer Programming
Management , Leadership
ICT Sector
Database
Designers and
Administrators
ORACLE, SQL Server Solution Development,
Algorithmic Thinking, Data
Manipulation, Languages
and the Principles of
Database Design
Results-Driven, Problem
Solving, Analytical,
Communication, Teamwork,
Negotiation, Oriented,
Organization, Flexibility,
Adaptability.
ICT Sales
Professionals
ICT, e-advertising,
Digital Media,
Business Acumen,
Results-Driven, Passion,
Dedication, Focus, Enthusiasm
for New Technology, Strategic,
Customer Service, Resilience,
Leadership, Relationship
Building, Communication
Telecommunica
tions Engineers
Optic Fiber Cabling, IPv6 & 4 Network, Design, Planning,
Installation, Support, IP
Network, Satellite, Radio,
Core Networks, Spectrum,
Monitoring and Analysis,
Programming using Modern
Tools (LabWindows/CVI,
LabView, Visual C++,
Matlab),
Organizational, Multitasking,
Result Driven,
Communication,
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Announcers on
Radio,
Television and
Other Media
Writing, Media Production,
Interview, Editing, Graphic
Designer, Research
Communication, Interpersonal,
Time Management,
Systems
Administrators
MCSE
CompTIA Server + or Server
Manager
Digital Technology Skills
and
Knowledge of Computer
Systems and Servers
Problem-Solving , Attention to
Detail
Computer
Network
Professionals
CISCO, CompTIA's
Network+
Troubleshooting and
Diagnosis
Problem Solving, Critical
Thinking, & Communication
Applications
Programmers
Advanced Programming,
Analysis, Capabilities,
Developmental-
Methodologies,
Ingenuity, Creativity,
Logical Approach, Problem
Solving, Attention to Detail,
Tenacity, Patience,
Communication
Systems
Analysts
MCSE
CompTIA Server+ or Server
Manager
Computer Systems, Servers,
Digital Technology Skills
Problem Solving, Critical
Thinking,
Communication Skills,
Comprehension, Writing,
Analytical Skills, Creativity
Software
Developers
Programming Techniques,
Software Application
Design
Critical Thinking
Web and
Multimedia
Developers
Web Developer Programming Techniques,
App Designing,
Big-Picture Thinking
Enthusiasm,
Imagination, Creativity,
Patience,
Attention to Detail,
Analytical and Technical,
Communication,
Teamwork
Data Centre
Managers
CDCP (Certified Data Centre
Professional)
Data Analysis,
Service-Level Agreement
Management, Data Centre
Infrastructure, Management
(DCIM)
Acumen, Problem Solving,
Analytic and Technical,
Critical Thinking
ICT Security
Managers
CISCO, CompTIA's
Security+
Proficiency in Programs and
Applications including
VMware, Solaris, CISCO,
Active Directory and
NFT/UNIX file system
Analysis, Communication and
Decision Making
IT Service
Managers
CCNA
CCNP: Routing and
Switching
Computer Networks and
Infrastructure
Problem Solving,
Analytical and Technical ,
Critical thinking
Creative Industry
Arts Managers Visual Artists, Performing
Artists, Fashionista, Events
Managers
People Management,
Administration, Budgeting,
ICT, Social Media,
Database Management,
Visionary, Motion Control,
Creativity, Customer Service
Product and
Garment
Designers
Design Making,
Garment Assembly,
Fabric Laying,
Embroidery,
Screen Printing
Computer Skills
Numeracy Skills
Attention to Detail
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Graphic and
Multi Media
Designers
Artistic,
Creativity,
Architecture,
Computer Skills
Numeracy Skills
Attention to Detail
Visual Artists Sculptor, Painter, Print
Maker, Ceramics, Textile
Printing & Dyeing Artist
Sculptural, Ceramic,
Drawing, Programming,
Transformation of Art into
Business, Body Movement
of, Colour Building
Free Minded,
Confident,
Strong Facilitation,
Knowledge of Modern Art
Advertising and
Marketing
Professionals
Advertising Sales Agents Investor Relations, Data
Driven, Brand
Management, Change
Management, Corporate &
Brand Identity, Digital
Communications,
Employee Engagement,
Media Relations, PR
Management, Social/New
Media, Marketing
Communications,
People Management
Strategic Thinking
Project Management
Business Acumen
Leadership
Relationship Building
Decision Making
Entrepreneurial Thinking
Customer Service
Communication
Public Relations
Professionals
People Management,
Investor Relations, Data
Driven, Customer Service,
Brand Management, Brand
Communications,
Persuasive Interpersonal,
Communication,
Acumen,
Light Engineers Lighting Designer,
Lightning Technician
Lighting Operator
Performance Lighting,
Theme Concept, Angle
Specification, Light Setting,
Programming.
Creative, Communication,
Garment and
Related
Patternmakers
and Cutters
Design, Management,
Leadership, Business,
Entrepreneurial
Creative, Diagonal
Thinking
Organizational,
Communication
Philosophers,
Historians and
Political
Scientists
Policy Analysts
Operations of Political
Systems, Public
Opinion, Political-
Decision-Making,
Ideology, Research
Analytical Thinking,
Decision-Making,
Interaction, Leadership
Communication
Problem-Solving
Actors
Body Coordination,
Emotional Intelligence,
Control
Confident, Persuasive,
Assertive,
Communication, Team Work,
Patient
Tourism Industry
Chefs Executive Chef
Sous Chef
Pastry Chef
Pantry Chef
Trained in Culinary Arts:
Food Preparation (menu,
dishes)
Outdoor Cooking
Food Safety and Hygiene
Managing Kitchen staff
Creativity,
Multitasking,
Leadership
Management
Cleanliness
Restaurant
Managers
Food & Beverage Manager
Serving Techniques
(food and beverages)
Budgeting
Computers (softwares)
Managerial
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Customer Relations
15
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Hotel Managers Managing
Guest Relations
Techniques of Food and
Beverages,
Housekeeping Practices,
Budgeting
Business
Management
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Customer Relations
Waiters Waitress Serving Techniques (food &
beverages),
Computers (softwares)
Communication,
Customer Relations
Cleanliness,
Teamwork
Friendly
Bartenders Bartending Serving Techniques (food &
beverages),
Computers (softwares)
Communication,
Customer Relations
Cleanliness,
Teamwork
Friendly
Hotel
Receptionists
Guest relations ICT,
Booking Systems
Procedures
Customer Relations
Cleanliness
Telephone Etiquette
Travel Guides Bird watcher,
Horse Backer,
Mokoro Puller,
Walkers,
Night Drive Guides
Bird Watching, Horse
Riding, Mokoro Polling,
Night Drive Techniques,
Water Guide,
Understanding of Species &
Inhabitants, Story-telling
skills
Understanding of History,
Basic first aid
Linguistic
Customer Relations
Presentation
Hospitality
Training and
Staff
Development
Professionals
Guides
Flight Training Manager
Subject Specialisation
Practical,
Counselling
Presentation
Teamwork
Communication
Landscape
Architects
Golf Course Management Understanding of Green
Ecology
Creativity
Presentation
Customer Relations
Environmental
Protection
Professionals
Eco tourism Understanding of Green
Ecology
Safety and security
Communication
Security and
Surveillance
officers
Tourism Police Security and Safety
Surveillance of Equipment
and Procedures
Analytical
Time management
Housekeepers Hygiene
Hospitality industry
Time management
Cleanliness,
Customer Relations
Beauticians and
Related
Workers
Hair Dresser,
Spa Treatments,
Masseuse
Hair Dressing,
Spa treatments,
Massage
Anatomy,
Product Knowledge
Customer Relations, Attention
to Detail
Travel
Consultants and
Clerks
Understanding of Tourism
Industry,
ICT
Attention to Detail
Customer Relations
Advisory,
Communication
Education Sector
16
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Early Care
Childhood
Educators
ECCD Teachers and Teacher
Aids,
ECCD
Lectures/Researchers
Pedagogy and Andragogy,
First Aid
Hygiene, Classroom
Management
Organizational
Problem solving
Communication
Childcare
Patience
Special Needs
Teachers
Occupational Therapists,
Educational Psychologists,
Guidance & Counselling,
Low Vision Therapist,
Speech and Language
Therapists, Remedial
Therapist, Physiotherapists,
Audiologists, Social
Workers, Clinical Counsellor,
Visual, Hearing Impairment
Pedagogy & Andragogy
Brail, Software for the
Blinds, Software for the
Deaf, Sign Language,
Counselling
Patience, Childcare
Adaptability, Creativity,
Critical Thinking,
Organisational,
Communication
Vocational and
Technical
Education
Teachers
Culinary Arts
Colded Welding
Classroom Management,
Software Skills, Galileo
(Application of
Mathematics and Technical
Skills), Information and
Technology, Computational
Skills
Communication,
Organisational,
Patience,
Resourcefulness,
Writing, Critical Thinking,
Planning
Special Needs
Lecturers
Occupational Therapists,
Educational Psychologists,
Guidance & Counselling,
Low Vision Therapist,
Speech and Language
Therapists, Remedial
Therapist, Physiotherapists,
Audiologists, Social
Workers, Clinical Counsellor,
Visual, Hearing Impairment
Training Special Needs
Learners, Knowledge and
Skills of Software’s for the
Disabled,
Adaptability, Confidence
Communication, Team Player,
Imaginative,
Leadership,
Organisation, Innovative,
Commitment, Ability to
Engage, Ability to Empower
University and
Higher
Education
Teachers
Lecturers across all
programmes especially
emerging areas like Sports
Sciences, Green Economy,
Climate Change, Robotics,
etc.
Sports Science – Laboratory
Technicians, Fitness
Trainers, Assessment of
Athletes, Scientific Training
Development
Analytics, Leadership,
Communication, Teamwork,
Discipline, Entrepreneurship.
Sports trainers
and Coaches
Training Developer, Coaches
for various Sports Codes
Laboratory Technicians,
Fitness Trainers,
Assessment of Athletes,
Scientific Training
Development
Analytics, Leadership,
Communication, Teamwork,
Discipline, Entrepreneurship.
Grant &
Contract
Specialists
Information
Communication and
Technology
Communication,
Organizational, Interpersonal,
Analytical, Problem Solving,
Attention to Detail.
Incubation
Specialists
Interpersonal, Leadership,
Multitasking, Time
Management
Intellectual
Property Rights
Specialists
Technology Transfer
Specialist, Patent Lawyer,
Copyrights, Trademarks,
Licensing
Intellectual Property
Management system,
Patent Prosecution Process
Organizational, Attention to
Detail, Interpersonal, Oral and
Written Communication, ICT
Commercialisati
on Specialists
Marketing, ICT Communication,
17
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Interpersonal, Team Work,
Adaptability
Science and
Technology
Researchers
Planning and Conducting
Experiments, Data
Collection Data Analysis,
Sampling Techniques,
Presentation, Technical
Writing, Research Funding
Applications, Material
Testing, Research Ethics,
Supervisory, Patience,
Communication,
Research and
Innovation Fund
Managers
Financial Management,
Research Ethics, Research
Methodology
Communication, Decisiveness,
Analytical, Problem Solving,
Decision Making.
Researchers Economic Researchers
Political Researchers
Social Researchers
Labour Researchers
Industry Researchers
Scientific Researchers
Research Methods
(Qualitative and
Quantitative)
Quantitative & Qualitative
Analysis, Sampling
Procedure, Statistical
Analysis(Descriptive and
Inferential)
Communication, Critical
Thinking, Observation, Time
Management,
Research
Technicians
Research Technicians on:
Economy (Different Sectors
of the Economy, Political,
Social, Labour Industry,
Intellectual Property
Conducting Tests and
Experiments, Sampling
Techniques, Data
Collection, Adherence to
Research Ethics, Data
Analysis, Interpreting,
Research Skills
Communication, Writing
Skills, Patience, Hygiene,
Team Work, Collaboration
Research &
Development
Managers
4.0 Industrial Revolution
Skills, Product
Development, Customer
Satisfaction, Research
Management Skills
Creativity, Leadership,
Problem Solving, Project
Management, Communication.
Statistical,
Mathematical
and Related
Associate
Professionals
Actuary
Financial Planner
Investment Analyst
Statistician
Operations Research Analyst
Inferential Statistical Skills
Applied Mathematics
Statistical Skills
Numeracy Skills
Finance & Business Services
Finance
Managers
Finance Manager
Finance and Insurance
Manager
Financial Planning, Market
Research, Accounting
Procedures
Numerical, Negotiation,
Analytical
Leadership,
Attention to Detail,
Investigative Nature
Business
Services and
Administration
Managers
Business & Information
System Manager
Business Administration
Manager
Financial Planning, Market
Research, Applied
Research, Digital, Data
Analysis
Numeracy, Leadership
Research and
Development
Managers
Research Project Manager
Clinical Research Manager
Policy Research Manager
Intellectual Property
Manager
Sales & Marketing, Digital,
Data Analysis (Big Data),
Introduction to Artificial
Intelligence Basics
Leadership
18
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Small Business
Managers
Marketing Manager
Sales Manager
Accounts Manager
Market Research Skills,
Digital, Data Analysis
Accounting
Communication
Financial and
Insurance
Services Branch
Managers
Financial Planning, Market
Research, Applied
Research, Accounting
Procedures
Numeracy, Leadership
Chartered
Accountants
Internal Auditor
External Auditor
Cost Accountants
Financial Analyst
Forensic Analyst(Accounts)
Auditing
Cost Accounting
Financial Planning, Market
Research, Applied
Research Digital, Data
Analysis (Big Data)
Negotiation
Planning
Problem Solving
Attention to Detail
Credit and
Loans Officers
Research,
Numerical
Problem Solving, Time
Management
Valuers and
Loss Assessors
Research Numerical, Problem Solving,
Time Management
Real Estate
Agents and
Property
Managers
Sales and Marketing,
Creativity
Negotiation, Communication
Financial and
Investment
Advisors
IT, Systems Thinking Numerical, Problem solving,
Time Management
Financial
Analysts
IT, Systems Thinking Numerical, Problem Solving,
Time Management
Project
Managers
Risk Management,
Budgeting, Management
Numerical, Problem Solving,
Time Management
Change Management
Procurement &
Supply
Technicians
Procurement Officer
Product Understanding,
Financial Literacy,
Business Ethics,
e-procurement system
Change-Management,
Customer Service
Transport and Logistics
Mechanical
Engineering
Technicians
Applied Research Decision Making, Problem
Solving
Aircraft Pilots
and Related
Associate
Professionals
Weather Forecasts
Navigation
Decision Making, Problem
Solving
Air Traffic
Controllers
Problem solving,
Mathematical
Communication, Concentration
Air Traffic
Safety
Electronics
Technicians
Licensed Vehicle
Operation, Safety, Health &
Environment, Cargo/Load
Handling
Equipment/Systems
Handling, Technology,
Language, literacy and
Numeracy
Customer Service,
Communication,
Collaboration, Social
Intelligence, Learning Agility,
Information
literacy/Intellectual Autonomy
& Self-Management,
Problem Solving
19
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Heavy Truck
and Lorry
Drivers
Licensed Vehicle Operation
Safety, Health &
Environment
Cargo/Load handling
Equipment/Systems
Handling
Technology
Language, literacy and
Numeracy
Customer Service
Communication/
Collaboration/Social
Intelligence
Learning agility/ Information
literacy/intellectual autonomy
& Self-management
Solving problems
Locomotive
Engine Drivers
Signal reading
Mechanical skills
Quality Control
Geographical skill
Mental Agility
Planning & Organising
Communication skills
Analytical thinking
Problem solving skills
Attention to detail
Railway Brakes,
Signal, Shatter
and Switch
Operators
Signal Reading, Electrical
Function Skills
Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Critical thinking
Mechanical
Machinery
Assemblers
Parts/ Material knowledge
Assembling Skills
Quality Control
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Problem Solving
Creativity
Electrical and
Electronic
Equipment
Assemblers
Mechanical Engineering
Skills, Quality Control
Problem Solving
Creativity
Earthmoving
and Related
Plant Operators
Critical Thinking Skills,
Mathematical Skills,
Visionary
Precision
Analytic
Crane, Hoist
and Related
Plant Operators
Conservation skills,
Geographical skills,
Related Machine Operating
Skills
Teamwork
Communication
Lifting-Truck
Operators
Related Driving Skills,
Mechanical Skills,
Sober Habits,
Knowledge of the
Environment,
Freight
Handlers
Machinery Operating skills Knowledge of the industry
Supply,
Distribution and
Related
Managers
Logistics Operations,
Managerial/Leadership,
Literacy & Numeracy,
Technology, Financial,
Data Analysis, Science,
Technology, Engineering,
Mathematics(STEM),
Entrepreneurial,
Environment &
Sustainability, Safety,
Equipment Testing &
Maintenance
Customer Service
Communication
Collaboration,
Social Intelligence
Critical Thinking
System Thinking
Problem Solving,
Mining, Minerals, Energy & Water Resource
Geologists Hydro-Geologists Mapping, Teamwork
20
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Exploration – Geologists
Engineering-Geologists
2D/3D Geology Modelling,
GIS and Databases
Exploration/Filed
techniques,
Geo-statistics,
Geophysical Techniques
Project management
Technical writing
Research
Supervisory
Management
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Geochemists
Specialization of Applied
Chemistry in Geology
Exploration ,
Field techniques
Laboratory and Sampling
Techniques, Analysis
Geo-Statistics,
IT and Databases
Project Management
Research Skills
Teamwork
Supervisory
Management
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Planning
Geophysicists Specialization of Applied
Physics in Geology
Exploration,
Field Techniques
Electronics and
Instrumentation
Techniques, Analysis
Geo-Statistics,
IT and Database
Management
Project Management
Research Skills
Teamwork
Supervisory
Management
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Planning
Mineral
Economists
Specialization for
Economists
Mineral Policies,
Mineral Accounting,
Geo-statistics
Mine valuation
Ore reserves/Resource
Project Management
Teamwork
Supervisory
Management
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Energy
Economists
Specialization for
Economists
Energy Sector Policies and
Strategies
MS Office software
applications, Team work,
Critical thinking, attention to
details
Mechatronics
Engineers
Specialization for Engineers
Water
Engineers
Specialization for Engineers Hydrology,
Reticulation & Distribution,
Waste Water Management
Management, Teamwork
Supervisory,
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Control and
Instrumentation
Engineers
Specialization for Engineers Health and Safety
Electronics
Engineers
Specialization for Engineers Critical design
Innovative
Instrumentation &
electrical measurements
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Water Chemists Specialization for Chemists
Analytical
21
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Occupational
Hygienists
Health, Environment &
Safety,
Medical Laboratory
Techniques
Audit and Risk,
Managerial,
ISO (140001/18000/900)
Information
Technology
Information System
Specialist
System Development and
coding
Networking and Security
System and Data Base
Administration
IT Project Management
System Analyst
Supervisory and Management
ITIL
ISO – Information Security
National Energy
Accounts
Specialists
MS office software (Excel
and other database
software), Energy Balance
Sheet and Statistics
Pricing and
Tariff Setting
Specialists
MS Office,
basic tariff principles
Energy
Modelling
Specialists
Energy Modelling &
Forecasting,
Data software,
Research &Analysis,
Report writing
Borehole
Mechanics
Energy
Managers
Not Applicable Project planning and
management,
energy audit procedures,
Principles of (ISO50001)
People Management
Geo-technicians Specialization for
Technicians
Information Technology
Geology
Exploration Techniques
Refrigeration & Air
Conditioning
Technicians
Instrumentation,
Refrigerator
Science Refrigeration,
Fridge, Cold room and Air
Condition Operation,
Circuit system, Basic
Electronics, Safety
Procedures,
Passionate, Commitment,
Entrepreneurial
Industrial Electronics
Technicians
Plant Maintenance,
Industrial electricity,
distribution, network
technologist,
Industrial System Control,
electronics design
technologist
Electronics
Mathematical Aptitude
Quality Control
Operation Monitoring
Analytical Skills
Workshop Processes
Communication,
Critical-thinking,
Interpersonal,
Observation,
Time-management,
Problem Solving
Instrumentation
Technicians
Electronics, Control,
Instrumentation
Mining
Operators
Electrical, Explosives,
Load & Haul, Drill & Blast,
Plant & Mechanical,
Mining Services
Supervisory
Managerial
22
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Process
Controller
Technicians
Instrumentation
Solar System
Technician
PV System Technician,
Solar Water Heaters
PV Systems:
Technical understanding of
PV system electrical
aspects, connections,
cables, batteries, Solar
Water Heating systems,
Piping
Solar Water Heaters:
Technical understanding of
SWH System Piping
Heavy Plant
Mechanics
Specialisation for Artesian
Training in NCC- Heavy
Plant Mechanic
Service Information System
Prosis
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Interpersonal
Team Player
Supervision
Rigging Specialisation for Artesian
Training in NCC- Rigging
Ms-Office (Word, Excel,
Outlook)
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Team Player
Communication
Leadership
Problem Solving
Welding &
Fabrication
Specialisation for Artesian
Training in NCC- Welding
& Fabrication and Boiler
Making
Assertive
Heavy
Machine/Plant
Operators
Specialisation for Artesian
Training in NCC- Heavy
Plant Operators
Fitters and
Tanners
Specialisation for Artesian
Training in NCC-Fitting
Ms-Office(Word, Excel,
Outlook)
Safety Health and
Environment(SHE)
Gauging
Assistant
Specialisation for Artesian
-
Millwright
Technicians
Specialisation for Artesian
Training in NCC-Fitting
Process
Operators/
Metallurgical
Operators
Specialisation for Artesian
Specialization for Artesian
Operations
Controllers/Fore
men
Specialisation for Artesian
Manufacturing Sector
Industrial
Engineers
3-D Printers
Computer Numerical
Controllers
Production Engineers
Product Appraiser
Production Processes
Analytic Skills
Quality Awareness,
Management, Assurance
Project Management
Adaptability
Relational
Communication
Leadership
Empathy
23
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Production & Logistic
Managers
Process Controllers
Health & Safety
Information Technology
Cognitive
Innovation,
Creativity,
Problem Solving
Chemical
Engineers
Polymer Technologists
Fuel Technologist
Process Engineers
Petro-Chemists
Catalysis
Environmental Engineers
Reactor Technologists
Bio-refineries
Fibre Technologists
Maths and Science Skills,
particularly Chemistry
Planning
Information & Technology
Ability to Manage Projects,
Budgets and People
Creative, Innovative
Analytic, Problem Solving
Communication
Teamwork
Presentation
Manufacturing
Engineers
Process Engineers
Process Automationists
Advanced Manufacturers
3-D Printers
Computer Numerical
Controllers,
Product Quality Controllers
Product Designers,
Engineering Logistics
Systems Designers,
Solidification and Heat
Treatment, Metal Casting
Bulk Deformation
Processers,
Sheet Metalworking
Processers, Processing of
Ceramics,
Powder Metallurgists
Productivity Management
Project Management,
Quality Awareness,
Quality Assurance
Process Planning
Health & Safety
Supply Chain
Teamwork
Attention to Detail
Communication
Customer Focus
Cognitive
Adaptability
Decision Making
Innovation &
Creativity
Material
Scientist/Engine
ers
Advanced Materials, Design
and Processing,
Biomaterials,
Electronic and Photonic
Materials,
Nanoscale Materials and
Nanotechnology,
Soft Materials and Polymers,
Composite Material
Specialist
Standard Numeracy
IT competency, computer-
Modelling, Research and
Report-Writing, ,
Planning and
Organisational,
Commercial Awareness,
Business
Oral Communication,
Time Management
Analytical and Problem-
Solving, Creative Thinking
Attention to Detail
Textile
Engineers
Material Technology
Technical Textiles
Knitting and Knit CAD
Weaving and Weave CAD
Coloration Technology
Yarn and Non-Woven
Technology
Textile Materials and
Performance Evaluation
Textile Chemical
Technology
Fibre Science Technology
Computer Application in
Textile
Quality Awareness,
Management, Assurance
Technical and Practical
Procedures
Information and
Technology literacy
Teamwork
Problem-solving and Decision-
Making, Organisational,
.
24
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Industrial
Automation
Engineer
Context of Automation
Field Devices
Control Systems
Design & Implement of
Automation Infrastructure
System safety and Reliability
Industrial Automation and
Control Systems
Cybersecurity
Performance Management
and Decision Support
Advance Manufacturing
Systems
Design and Development
lifecycle
Operation Management
Maintenance, Installation &
Repair
Operation Quality
Assurance
Process and Equipment
Health, Safety and
Environment
Critical Thinking
Adaptability and flexibility
Business Fundamental
Scheduling & Coordination
Checking, Examination and
recording
Sustainability
Industrial
Design
Furniture Designers &
Manufacturers
Product Design
Product Appraiser
Human Technology
Relations
Management of Product
Development
Emerging Technology
Design
Quality Awareness,
Management
Quality Assurance
Good knowledge of the
Latest Technologies and
CAD,
Teamwork,
Communication
Problem-Solving.
Attention to Detail.
Jewellery
Designers
Gemmologists
Graders and Sorters
Quality Assessors
Artistic
Creative, Quality
Awareness,
Quality Assurance
Drawing and Computer
Design
Dexterity,
Passionate,
Customer Focus
Attention to Detail
Jewellery
Manufacturing
Product Appraiser,
Wax Modelling and Micro-
casting,
Enamelling, Engraving,
Stone-Setting, Fretwork
Chiselling and Embossing
Micro-Pavè
Quality Awareness,
Management, Quality
Assurance
Creative Thinking and
Vision,
Dexterity,
Commercial Awareness,
Hand-Eye Coordination,
Time Management
Customer Care & focus,
Attention to Details,
Organisation and Time-
Management,
Passion
Marketing
Negotiation and Persuasion
Leather Works
Specialist
Shoe Designer
Shoe Production Technician
Pattern Maker and
Manufacturer
Practical, Leather
Machinery,
Leather processing
Techniques, Skiving,
Dexterity, Cognitive
Chemical
Technicians
Laboratory Technicians
Processing Technicians
Ability to use
Technological Instruments,
Analytical skills.
Communication,
Critical-Thinking,
Interpersonal,
Observation,
Time-Management
Mechanical
Technicians
3-D Printers
Computer Numerical Control
Machine/Plant/Engine
Operators
Furnace maker/Operators
Powder Coating
Advance Machining
Powder Metallurgy
Machines & Tools,
Mathematical Aptitude,
Quality Control,
Operation Monitoring,
Analytical, Workshop
Processes
Dexterity,
Communication,
Critical-thinking,
Interpersonal,
Observation,
Time-management,
Problem Solving
25
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Sheet-Metalworking
Processes
Processing of Plastics
Working with Composite
Material
Pneumatic Systems
Plant Maintenance
Fluid Systems
Refrigeration Systems
Electrical
Technicians
Plant Maintenance
Industrial Electricity
Distribution Network
Technologist
Industrial System Control
Electronics Design
Technologist
Electronics Manufacturing
Technician/Technologist
Lighting Technologist
Metering Technologist
Microwave Maintenance
Technician
Production Support
Technician – Electronics
Manufacturing
Electronics
Mathematical Aptitude
Quality Control
Operation Monitoring
Analytical Skills
Workshop Processes
Dexterity,
Communication,
Critical-thinking,
Interpersonal,
Observation,
Time-management,
Problem Solving
Industrial
Automation
Technician
Process Measurement
Process Control Devices
Process Control Systems
Programmable Logic
Controllers
Auto CAD for Technicians
Industrial Power Electronics
Electrical Power Circuits and
Machines
Industrial Control of
Chemical Processes
Fluid Power Controls
Data Acquisition and Control
Systems
Control System Project
DCS System
Operation Management
Maintenance, Installation &
Repair
Operation Quality
Assurance
Process and Equipment
Health, Safety and
Environment
Critical thinking
Adaptability and flexibility
Business Fundamental
Scheduling & Coordination
Checking, Examination and
recording
Sustainability
Tool and Die
Technicians
Mould Making CAD Skills
Understanding Blueprints
Design Skills
Attention to details
Teamwork
Consumer Awareness
Food Science
and
Technologists
Food, nutrition and health,
Food science/technology.
Health & Safety
Quality management
Problem Solving
Quality Assurance
Customer Focus
Passion
Hygiene
Textile
Technologists
Fabric Layers/Cutters
Pattern makers
Upholsters
Embroiders
2D Skills
Understanding Blue Prints
Material Properties
Fashion Trends
Team work
Dexterity
Communication,
Critical-thinking,
Interpersonal,
Observation,
26
Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Time-Management
Industrial
Technologists
3-D Printing
Computer Numerical Control
Production Engineering
Design Skills
Creativity & Innovation
CAD skills
Visual Simulation
Analytic Skills
Problem Solving
Attention to details
Ergonomics
Teamwork
Communication
Customer Awareness
Welding/Fabric
ation
Technicians
Coded Welder,
Resistant welding,
Thermite welding
Solid state welding
Attention to Details
Safety & Health
Teamwork
Communication
Customer Awareness
Sewing machine
Operators
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Operation Monitoring
Judgment and Decision
Making
Complex Problem Solving
Teamwork
Communication
Customer Awareness
Sewing
Machine
Mechanics
Equipment Maintenance
Repairing
Operation Monitoring
Troubleshooting
Critical Thinking
Equipment Selection
Complex Problem Solving
Teamwork
Communication
Customer Awareness
Leather Product
Machine
Operators
Cutters
Stitchers
Finishers
Cutting
Stitching/ Closing
Finishing
Attention to Detail
Communication
Construction Sector
Bricklayers Bricklayers Specialists in
Masonry Work, Repairs,
Maintenance Work and Sub
Floor Venting and Pointing
Calculate Angles, Brick
Course Alignment, Solid
Grasp of General
Construction Materials,
Tools and Processes
Team Work
Passion
Strength and Stamina
Plasterers Specialists in Fibrous
Plastering,
Interior Plastering,
Exterior Plastering
Understanding flow of
Paint, Mixture Techniques,
Cement Composition
Team Work
Strength and stamina,
Attention to Details
Shutter/Form
Workers
Roller Shutter Specialist
Measuring Techniques,
Understanding of
Construction Work and
Equipment
Attention to Details, Vigilant,
Teamwork, Strength and
Stamina
Steel fixers Steel Fixer- Brickwork
Steel Fixer-PreCast
Calculation, Measuring,
Health & Safety,
Communication, Teamwork,
Attention to Details
Carpenters Carpentry Specialists,
Specialists in Joinery,
Timber Frame Specialists
Precision, Measuring,
Designing, Moulding,
Roofing, Ability to Work
with Hands
Attention to Details, Critical
Thinking, Communication,
Teamwork
Grass roof
Thatcher’s
Thatching Roofing Specialist Designing
Team Work
Creativity
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Occupation Specialization Technical skills Soft skills
Plumbers Plumbing Specialists in
Maintenance, Drainage,
Understanding of Stream
Water, Measuring,
Drainage System,
Environment Management,
Technical Connection
Team Work
Self-Driven, Passionate,
Patient
Stonemasons Stone Specialist in
Traditional Stonework,
Building Restoration,
Conservation,
Designing,
Creativity
Innovation
Team Work
Coded Welders Specialists in Pipe Welding
and Fabrication of Stainless
Steel and Aluminium
Designing & Creative,
Measuring, Ability to Work
with Cutting Equipment,
Safety & Health
Passionate, Patient,
Entrepreneurial,
Attention to Details
Riggers Associated Riggers
(Specialists in Yacht Rigging
and Spar Maintenance)
Knowledge of Machines &
Tools
Trouble Shooting
Quality Control
Communication,
Critical-Thinking,
Interpersonal,
Observation,
Time-management,
Problem Solving
Special Coaters Coating Specialists on
Furniture Coating, Protective
Coating, Industrial Fabric
Understanding Flow of
Paint, Mixture Techniques
Attention to Details
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Table 5: Unemployed Graduates by Subject of Training 2005-2006 LFS AND 2015 -2016
BMTHS
Education 2005-2006 LFS 2015 – 2016 BMTHS
Numbers Percentage Numbers Percentage
General Training programmes - - 79 0.2
Education Training 820 3.7 714 2.2
Fine and Applied Arts 54 0.2 606 1.8
Programmes in languages 57 0.3 - -
Other Humanities 321 1.4 286 0.9
Social & Behavioural Sciences 841 3.8 1150 3.5
Commerce, Clerical, Business & Public Administration
7644 34.1 9122 27.7
Programmes in Law 46 0.2 68 0.2
Natural Science programmes 107 0.5 484 1.5
Maths & Computer Sciences 695 3.1 4344 13.2
Medicine & Health related programmes 156 0.7 1613 4.9
Construction Trade programmes 3796 17.0 2897 8.8
Other Craft, Trade & Industry 2257 10.1 4160 12.6
Engineering & Allied programmes 1004 4.5 1917 5.8
Architecture & Town Planning 404 1.8 682 2.1
Agriculture, Forestry & Fishery 427 1.9 850 2.6
Home Economics. & Domestic Science 44 0.2 90 0.3
Transport & Communication programmes 1394 6.2 240 0.7
Service Trades programmes 2080 9.3 1996 6.1
Mass Communication & Document 238 1.1 1385 4.2
Other & Not known 3 0.0 88 0.3
Not Stated - - 218 0.7
Total 22388 100.0 32989 100.0
Source: Statistics Botswana: Labour Force Survey (LFS) 2005/06 and Botswana Multi Topic Household Survey
(2015/16)